West Hawaii News
Man Dies in Kona Three Vehicle Collision
A 56-year-old motorcyclist died Tuesday evening after sustaining injuries as the result of a three vehicle crash in Kona.
DOE: Meal Prices to Increase Next School Year
The Hawai’i Department of Education announced Tuesday that breakfast and lunch prices will increase for the 2015-16 school year.
California Man Charged with Drug Trafficking
Forty-year-old Gerald Wrischnik arrested and charged with drug trafficking after deplaning at Kona International Airport.
Hawai‘i Leadership Program Now Accepting Applications
First Nations’ Futures Program seeks to cultivate well-balanced, effective leaders to make an impact on the community.
UPDATE: Gov. Ige Orders One-Week TMT Halt
Governor David Ige announced Tuesday that there will be a one-week halt in the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park Hosting BioBlitz and Cultural Festival
Two-day event to include BioBlitz species count and Biodiversity & Cultural Festival in May.
Governor Announces Nominees for DLNR and Board of Education
Gov. Ige has announced his nominee to lead the DLNR, as well as three nominees for the Hawai`i State Board of Education.
The Food Basket’s 14th Annual Feed-A-Thon
The Food Basket will hold its annual Feed-A-Thon throughout the month of April in hopes to raise food and monetary donations to provide 100,000 meals.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
The Hawai’i Police Department’s weekly DUI statistical report shows that DUI arrests and major accidents continue to remain down in 2015.
Yoshimoto: No Official Complaint on Kenoi Filed
Hawai’i County Board of Ethics attorney J Yoshimoto says no complaint has been filed with the board in regards to Mayor Kenoi’s county-issued credit card spending.
Aloha+ Challenge Dashboard Launched
The Aloha+ Challenge, established in September 2014, now has two of its six sustainability targets online for public viewing.
Hawai’i Senate Honors PVS and Inaugural Hōkūle’a Crew
The Senate honored 12 members of the original Hōkūleʻa voyage at the State Capitol on Monday.
Free Talk on Rat Lungworm Disease at UH Hilo April 15
Dr. Susan Jarvi of pharmacy college to lecture on preventative measures on disease, as well as latest in education and research efforts.
PISCES Selected for $4.2 Million NASA Project
Hilo-based space agency one of several organizations selected to participate in project determining habitability of the Red Planet.
Deceased UH Hilo Student Honored Through Writing Award
Dr. Stephen and Gloria Gainsley establish award remembering Matthew Therrien’s legacy of creativity, inspiration, and service.
County Prosecutor Won’t Handle Kenoi Investigation
County of Hawai’I Prosecuting Attorney Mitch Roth cited potential impropriety in his decision to not pursue the investigation into Mayor Billy Kenoi’s p-Card spending.
Mauna Kea Hui of Protectors Gain Support
A well-known surfer and a pair of Hawaiian actors have joined the Mauna Kea Hui of Protectors’ cause as work on the Thirty Meter Telescope prepares to begin.
Hawai’i Teacher for Change Caucus Nominations
Candidates for the Hawai’i State Teachers Association have been announced by the Hawai’i Teachers for Change Caucus.
Scheduled Road Closures: April 6-10
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced road closures for the week of April 6.
PHOTOS: Total Lunar Eclipse – April 4, 2015
Last night’s lunar phenomenon is the shortest eclipse since 1529, making it the shortest total lunar eclipse of the 21st century. According to the Bishop…
