West Hawai‘i News
Kealakekua Public Library Renovations Complete
After almost three months of renovations, Kealakekua Public Library will reopen in mid-May.
PTA Opens Keamuku for Weekend Hunting
Keamuku Training Area at Pohakuloa will be opened by United States Army Officials for feral goat and pig hunting.
Mentoring Program Tackles Challenges of At-Risk Boys Head-On
The Boys to Men mentoring program is making an impact on at-risk teen-aged boys at Big Island schools.
Hawaii First State to Mandate Movie Theater Accommodations for Disabled
Gov. David Ige signed a bill May 6 requiring movie theaters statewide to provide accommodations for people with visual and hearing and impairments.
Lawmakers Announce $1.5 Million in Funds for UH Physics Research
Hawai`i’s Congressional Delegation announced May 7 that the University of Hawai`i will receive $1.5 million in funding for research in high energy physics.
Senate Committees Undergo Reorganization
Three Big Island Senators have gained new roles through a recent leadership reorganization at the State Senate.
Hawai’i Police Department’s ‘Police Week’
The Hawai’i Police Department is preparing for its annual Police Week, celebrated this year from May 11 through May 15.
Red Cross Seeks Waikoloa Volunteers
The Hawai’i Red Cross is seeking volunteers in the Waikoloa area.
FBI Locates Brianne Kirk
Brianne Kirk, 9, has been safely located by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Authorities say Brianne and her father, Brian Kirk, were found in Texas,
Justin Gaspar Named ‘Officer of the Month’
Kona Patrol Officer Justin Gaspar has been recognized as “Officer of the Month” for May for his successful investigative work in two cases.
Schatz Confirmed as DOE Deputy Superintendent
The Board of Education has confirmed Steven Schatz as deputy superintendent for the Hawai`i Department of Education.
Over 160 Legislative Bills Passed in Final Reading
The State Senate and House of Representatives passed over 160 bills Tuesday during its final read through. Now, the bills will be sent for governor approval.
Sen. Kouchi Named Senate President
Following a majority vote on Tuesday, Senator Ronald Kouchi replaces Senator Donna Mercado Kim as the Hawai’i State Senate President.
$55 Million Approved for Kona Judiciary Complex
A final reading of the Hawai’i State Judiciary’s appropriations bill passed on Tuesday, which includes $55 million to fund the new Kona Judiciary Complex.
HPD Warns Public of Auto Insurance Scam
Hawai’i Police Department officials are asking the public to be aware of an auto insurance scam that can come through phone calls, e-mail’s, and text messages.
Help USPS ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
The United States Post Office’s 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Food Drive is on May 9.
Surf Competition Trials Coming Up at Honoli‘i Beach
The 31st Annual Quiksilver and Big Island Toyota Pro-Am surfing trials are coming up at Honoli’i Beach Park in Hilo on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, waves permitting.
FBI Continues Big Island Search for Brianne Kirk
The Federal Bureau of Investigation continues to search for 9-year-old Brianne Kirk, who is reportedly on the Big Island with her non-custodial father.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Statistics for driving under the influence and major accidents remain down in 2015.
