West Hawaii News
Park Rangers Offer Helpful Tips as Volcano Visitors Surge
Rangers at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park offer visitors helpful hints to enhance their lava-viewing experience.
Survey Reveals Teachers Better Understand EES
A joint survey conducted by the DOE and HSTA revealed public school teachers have a better understanding of the new Educator Effectiveness System.
State Gets $12 Million in Settlement with Credit Card Companies
The state of Hawai`i has received $12.5 million in settlement money following three years of litigation against credit cards companies who allegedly misled consumers.
Elections Commission Seeks New Chair
The State of Hawai’i Elections Commission is seeking a new Chairperson. This appointment will succeed current Chair William Marston.
Hawai’i Red Cross’ ‘Hearts Go Out’ to Nepal
The American Red Cross is aiding Nepal in disaster relief efforts following a 7.8 magnitude earthquake that has devastated the country.
Scheduled Lane Closures: April 27-May 1
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for the week of April 27.
Mauna Kea Hui Responds to OHA Statement
Representatives of the Mauna Kea Hui responded Friday to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs following OHA’s group meeting on the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Senate Confirms Case to Chair DLNR
The State Senate has confirmed Suzanne Case, a 28-year veteran at The Nature Conservancy, as the new Chair of the DLNR.
Police Seeking Missing Kona Man
A 57-year-old Kona man is being sought by Big Island police after being reported missing.
Hawai‘i First State to Raise Smoking Age to 21
The Senate passed SB 1030, making it illegal for anyone below the age of 21 to purchase tobacco or e-cigarette purchases.
State Judiciary Recognized for Community Efforts
Aloha United Way awarded the State Judiciary staff members with 2015 Spirit of Community Award on April 23 in recognition of campaign efforts benefiting the community.
Gov. Ige Signs Clean Air Bill into Law
Governor David Ige signed the Clean Air Bill Friday, banning the use of e-cigarettes where smoking is already illegal.
Police Release April 24 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Pohakuloa Opens for Weekend Hunting
Pohakuloa Training Area will be opened by Army officials over the weekend for mammal hunting.
OHA Moves Trustee Meeting to Address TMT
A special meeting initially scheduled for May 7 to discuss the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ position on the Thirty Meter Telescope project has been moved up.
HPD Investigates West Hawai’i Cemetery Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a March theft of Hawai’i County equipment from West Hawai’i Veterans Cemetery.
Ige Invited to Attend White House State Dinner
Governor David Ige and his wife, Dawn, have been invited to the White House State Dinner in honor of Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe.
Japan Tsunami Debris Travels to Hawai’i
Possible debris from the Japan tsunami has made its way to Hawai’i, according to the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Suspects Sought in Kurtistown Assault and Robbery
Police are investigating an assault and robbery that occurred at the Kurtistown ballpark on the evening of April 22.
NPS Reports National Park Economic Impact
A recent National Park Service report says that Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park visitation continues to climb. In 2014, visitors rose by 6.9 percent
