West Hawai‘i News
State Closing Waimanu Valley campground, Muliwai Trail
The trail that leads from Waipio Valley to the remote campground could be subjected to flash flooding from rainfall from tropical depression Wali.
Parker School Graduate Honored as Presidential Scholar
Lysha Matsunobu is the fourth student from a Waimea private school to be so honored over the past three years.
Police Need Help ID’ing Couple in Theft Case
The man and woman are suspected of a theft on Wednesday from a department store on Puainako Street.
Wali Weakens to a Tropical Depression
Rainfall of up to a foot is expected in some areas this weekend, although accompanying winds are expected to be typical trades of 10-20 mph.
Police Release July 18 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Looking For Man With Six Outstanding Warrants
Pio Kapeli Jr., who is also wanted for questioning in a theft case, has no permanent address but is known to frequent the Puna District.
Vehicles Damaged by Running Over Rocks on Roadways
Two vehicles struck rocks near Alae Cemetery and a third incident occurred on Haihai Street.
Man Wanted by Police for Violating Probation
Police say Kyle Dawson, 32, should be considered dangerous and may be armed.
HELCO Warning Customers of Bill-Payment Scam
The utility is receiving reports from customers of callers claiming to be from the company and saying bills should be paid using a service called “Money Pak.”
UPDATE: Storm Expected to Weaken, Bring Heavy Rainfall
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the weekend in advance of the arrival of what is now tropical storm Wali.
DRAM Settlement Claim Deadline is Aug. 1
The state’s attorney general is reminding residents about the price-fixing settlement for anyone who purchased an electronic device between 1998 and 2002.
Abercrombie and Ige to Appear at Waimea Forum July 23
The event will be one of two debates on the Big Island for the leading contenders for the Democratic nominee for governor in the Aug. 9 primary election.
Showers Easing, But More on Tap for Sunday
Passing low-pressure systems have left up to a foot of rain behind, although dryer weather is expected until the next wave arrives possibly on Saturday night.
More Lane Closures on Highway 190 in North Kona
HELCO’s transmission line project will force the closure of one lane north of Puuanahulu for the next two weeks.
New Air Ambulance Dedicated at Kona Community Hospital
The twin-engined helicopter is owned by Hawaii Life Flight, an air-ambulance service based in Honolulu, for exclusive use at the Kona facility.
Abercrombie Pulls Out of Three AARP Debates
The debates from which the governor is withdrawing include one in Hilo on July 28, but he will still take part in one the following day in Kona.
Police Investigating Robbery of Hitchhiker in Kona
The victim reported being robbed and attacked with a knife after being picked up by two men in a Jeep Cherokee on Palani Road early in the morning of June 27.
Ka`u Man Dies Following One-Car Crash
Police believe both alcohol and speeding may be factors in Friday’s crash that resulted in the man’s death two days later.
Individuals Wanted by Police for Violating Probation
The two being sought are both Hilo residents, and each is wanted on a pair of outstanding warrants that set bail at $50,000.
Science Summit Hosting High Schoolers from Five Nations
The Pacific Astronomy and Engineering Summit at the Imiloa Astronomy Center will give students from TMT partner nations a chance to learn from professionals.
