West Hawai‘i News
Resurfacing Project on Keauhou Harbor Road
The Department of Public Works will resurface a portion of Keauhou Harbor Road beginning March 5.
Captain Cook Man Charged in Church Arson
Suspect charged in suspicious fire at Seventh Day Adventist Church in Captain Cook on Feb. 26.
Hakalau Forest Refuge Offering Guided Tour on Earth Day
Guided tour through forest refuge on Apr. 18 explores pristine habitats and rare native birds.
Ige Announces New Administration Appointments
Governor David Ige has named his latest administrative appointments.
Hawai’i Red Cross Seeks Kona-Area Disaster Vounteers
The Hawai’i Chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking disaster service volunteers in the Kona area.
Health Dept. Adds SCID to Newborn Screening
The Hawai’i State Department of Health has announced that Severe Combined Immunodeficiency will be added to its Newborn Metabolic Screening Program.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests and major accidents have decreased in 2015, while major accidents have shown an increase.
Wlosinski Honored by DLNR for Albizia Efforts
Big Island man Rich Wlosinski was among those honored at a Department of Land and Natural Resources Capitol Ceremony for efforts against invasive species.
UH-Hilo’s Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikōlani Awarded Ford Grant
Three University of Hawai’i system programs will receive funding from a Ford Foundation grant awarded to the University of Hawai’i Foundation.
Volunteers Tally Whales in 20th Anniversary Sanctuary Ocean Count
Nearly 900 participants join in second event of three to protect endangered species.
Big Island Playground Makes Top 50 List
Kamakana Playground in Harold H. Higashihara Park was named one of Early Childhood Education Zone’s Top 50 Playgrounds in America.
On-Duty Officer Involved in Waikoloa Bicycle Fatality
An on-duty officer reportedly struck and killed a 63-year-old Michigan man in Waikoloa early Sunday morning.
New Episode of ‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs Friday
A new episode of “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” will air Friday evening featuring three Big Island men being sought by police.
Police Release Feb. 27 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Police Seeking Man at Scene of Kona Church Arson
Man caught on surveillance video wanted for questioning in connection with suspicious fire.
Amendment Proposed to Federal Tsunami Act
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz announced an amendment to the Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Act of 2015, H.R. 34.
Hawai’i Electric Light Selects Ormat as New Geothermal Provider
Hawai’i Electric Light has selected Ormat as its new geothermal energy provider following a competitive bidding process.
Parker Students Among Finalists in Congressional Art Competition
Five Parker School students are the only Big Island students among 23 finalists in the Hawai’i 2nd Congressional District’s Kaha Ki’i Art Competition.
CWRM Requests Public Input on Water Resource Protection Plan
The Commission on Water Resource Management is interested in public input as it updates the statewide Water Resource Protection Plan.
