West Hawai‘i News
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.
Weekend Bearded Turkey Hunting Schedule
Army officials will open several Pohakuloa Training Areas over the weekend for bearded turkey hunting.
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Names New Director
Kirstin Kahaloa has been named new executive director of the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce.
Hawaiian Electric Companies Introduce EV Estimator
Hawai’i Electric Light has announced a new time-of-use estimator to determine electric vehicle charging rates.
Kealakehe Students Participate in HTA LEI Program
Forty Kealakehe High School students will visit Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel as part of the Hawai’i Tourism Authority’s LEI program.
Water Board Seeks Comment in Power Charge Decrease
The Water Board will hold a public hearing at the Department of Water Supply to discuss the potential for a Power Cost Charge decrease.
Hawaii Meth Project Seeking Students for Teen Advisory Council
High school students sought for community outreach effort in meth use awareness and prevention.
NOAA Seeks Comment on Sanctuary Expansion
NOAA has proposed a rule to expand the size of the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary.
