West Hawai‘i News
Mauna Kea Park Closing July 1 for Renovation
Hawaii County will be taking over control of the park on Saddle Road following an agreement reached with the state in March.
Sublease for Thirty Meter Telescope On Hold
The Board of Land and Natural Resources has asked for research on three legal issues before it votes on an approval for the observatory on Mauna Kea.
HOVE Well Shutting Down June 23 for Repairs
Drinking water spigots will remain open as long as the reservoir’s supply lasts, but standpipes for commercial water haulers will be closed as of June 20.
Gabbard Calls for Firing of Hawaii VA Health Director
The congresswoman and combat veteran said Wayne Pfeffer was dishonest about wait times for veterans seeking health care in Hawaii.
Police Release June 13 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Kawaihae Man Indicted in Murder of Kona Resident
Martin Frank Booth was charged with second-degree murder in the death of Robert Ryder, whose remains were found in March mauka of Puako Beach Drive.
Second Lawsuit Filed Against County’s Anti-GMO Law
The latest lawsuit asks the US District Court on Oahu to overturn the Big Island law which restricts the growing genetically modified organisms.
New Kona Airport Fire Station Dedicated
The $17 million fire-fighting station is the second major new facility at Kona International Airport after last year’s completion of a new air control tower.
Police Community Meeting June 17 in Waimea
The meeting is designed to allow residents of the South Kohala community an opportunity to meet police officers and to discuss any concerns.
Search Called Off For Fisherman Missing in Puna
No sign of the missing Hilo man was found after four days of searching by the fire department and Coast Guard covering more than 900 square miles.
State Asks PUC to Approve Solar System Loan Program
The state is seeking PUC approval of a program designed to help more Hawaii residents afford photovoltaic systems.
Congress Seeks Private Health Care Options for Veterans
The bill follows a scathing audit showing long wait times for initial appointments at VA facilities, with veterans in Hawaii facing the longest at 145 days.
Police Seeking to ID Man in Pahoa Theft
The suspect allegedly grabbed another man’s wallet that had been briefly put down at a market.
Legislature’s Math Woes Require School Budget Cuts
Gov. Neil Abercrombie said a discrepancy between the CIP budget and the bill authorizing bond sales will require trimming some school improvements.
Panel to Study Impacts of Sea-Level Change in Hawaii
Act 83 creates the inter-agency committee and also requires the Office of Planning to use the findings to coordinate a response to effects of climate change.
Ten High School Graduates Receive Scholarships
The HFS Federal Credit Union announced the names of seven scholarship recipients; three other students are receiving aid from the UH-Hilo alumni association.
Spots Open in Hawaii Volcanoes’ Junior Ranger Program
The four-day Keiki o Hawaii Nei program for children ages 9-12 includes tours of National Park Service sites on both sides of the Big Island.
Advisory Council for State Trails Program Needs Members
Each member of the nine-person council represents specific stakeholders; current vacancies are for those with Hawaiian cultural and fishing interests.
Turtle-Watchers Reminded to Show Respect
State wildlife officials are reminding the public that both green sea and hawksbill turtles are protected by a variety of state and federal laws.
Food Program Sites for Students on Summer Holiday Announced
Fifteen Big Island schools are taking part in Seamless Summer Option, the summer meals program funded by the US Department of Agriculture.
