West Hawaii News
HawCC Adds New Certificates to Accelerated Program
Hawai’i Community College has added two new certificate programs to its accelerated online course offerings.
Police Search for Missing Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing 17-year-old Jonah Xavier, who was last seen in Kona.
HELCO Conducting Aerial Powerline Inspections
Overhead helicopters inspections across the Island may be noisy beginning April 2.
DOE: More Students Prepared for College
A recent report shows that students in Hawai’i have made a steady, and in some cases, significant improvement in a variety of career readiness indicators.
Premera Cyber-Attack May Affect HMSA Members
HMSA members may have been impacted by the recent Premera Blue Cross database cyber-hack.
Boy Lost on Kīlauea Iki Trail Recovered by Park Rangers
11-year-old rescued by park rangers at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
Wanted Kona Man Arrested and Charged with Drug and Firearm Offenses
Man wanted for questioning found by police in possession of narcotics and handgun.
Police Release March 20 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Hapuna Reopens Following Wednesday Shark Attack
After being closed for a day and a half due to a shark attack, Hapuna and Waialea beaches will reopen Friday.
Survey Reveals Opinions of Public School Principals
Individual think tank polls principals statewide to gain greater transparency in public school system.
UPDATE: Shark Activity Keeps West Hawai’i Beaches Closed
Hapuna and Waialea beaches continue to remain closed after a Wednesday shark attack at Hapuna.
Weekend Convoy will Travel Between PTA and Kawaihae
Oahu-based service members will travel between Pohakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor on Saturday and Sunday.
BIPC Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Big Island Press Club is accepting applications for its 2015 scholarships.
Update: Hapuna Beach Closed After Shark Attack
58-year-old man taken to North Hawaii Community Hospital following attack.
Caregiver Event to Address Crucial Planning for Elderly Care
AARP-sponsored event to educate public on community resources and support in caring for aging loved ones.
Marine Mammal Response Network Seeks Volunteers
The West Hawai’i Marine Mammal Response Network will hold volunteer training on April 9 in Kona.
UH-Hilo S-STEM Program Receives $622K Grant
The National Science Foundation awarded UH-Hilo’s Scholarships for STEM Program with a grant to support scholarships for eligible high school seniors.
Improvement Work Completed at Kawaihae Harbor
Work on the Kawaihae Harbor Pier 2 Terminal Improvements Project have been completed and were celebrated Wednesday morning in a dedication ceremony.
HSPLS will Observe Prince Kuhio Day
All public libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will be closed on March 26 in observance of the Prince Kuhio Day Holiday.
Captain Cook Man Charged with Meth Trafficking Following Search
33-year-old Matthew Cummings arrested and charged with multiple offenses.
