West Hawai‘i News
State Advises Bird Owners to Watch for Bird Flu
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture advises bird and poultry owners to take precautionary measures to prevent infections in Islands.
TMT Project Manager Statement on ‘Denied Access’
Thirty Meter Telescope Project Manager Gary Sanders released a public statement on the “denied access” to the project TMT site.
Kahalu’u Bay Education Center’s April Turtle Talk
Kahalu’u Bay Education Center will hold its next Turtle Talk with Rachel Silverman on April 14.
Hawai’i Meth Project Celebrates NEOMP Anniversary
Hawai’i Meth Project is celebrating the anniversary of its ‘Not Even Once’ Mural Project.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
The DUI arrest number is down 27.6 percent in 2015 compared to the previous year. Major accidents have also decreased while traffic fatalities remain up.
HSPLS Receives $100,000 Grant for Finance Programs
The Hawai’i State Public Library System has received its share of $1.8 million in grants.
Greenwell Farms Captures Gold in Coffee Tasting Competition
Local farm wins People’s Choice award in coffee and dessert tasting competition.
Study Involving Hawai‘i Children: Income Affects Brain Development
Study involving 256 Hawai‘i children and adolescents finds that income levels affect cognitive ability and brain surfaces.
State Launching Online Tool to Monitor Sustainability Initiatives
New dashboard will allow public and decision makers to view progress on Hawai‘i sustainability projects aimed for 2030.
New Analysis Calculates DUI ‘True Cost’
An study conducted by NerdWallet analyzed the “true cost” of a DUI conviction in Hawai’i.
Hilo Man Dies in Kona Motorcycle Accident
A 66-year-old Hilo man died after a two-motorcycle collision in Kona Sunday afternoon.
Parker Student Wins Congressional Art Competition
Parker School’s Annalina Lozano won first place in the 2015 Kaha Ki’i 2nd Congressional District Art Competition.
HSPLS to Observe Good Friday
Public libraries on the Big Island will observe the Good Friday holiday on April 3.
Humpback Whales Observed in Ocean Count Event
Over 600 volunteers across the state participated in the third event of the 20th Anniversary of the Sanctuary Ocean Count.
Hawai‘i Cattlemen’s Council Appoints New Managing Director
Dale Sandlin brings wealth of experience in marketing, communications, and legislation to Hawai‘i’s cattle industry.
‘Hats Off’ for Red Cross Event in Kona Saturday
The Hawai’i Chapter of the American Red Cross will hold its annual ‘Hats Off’ event at Walmart Kona on Saturday.
Police Release March 27 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
County Sets Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Meetings
Hawai’i County will hold community meetings in East and West Hawai’i to discuss updates to the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.
Police Search for Missing Hilo Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing Hilo teenager Makaala Pea.
DOE Deputy Superintendent to Leave for D.C.
Hawai’i DOE Deputy Superintendent Ronn Nozoe has been appointed Deputy Assistant Secretary for Policy and Programs at the U.S. Department of Education.
