West Hawai‘i News
Hokule`a, Hikianalia Being Readied for Worldwide Trip
The crews of the double-hulled voyaging canoes moored in Hilo’s Radio Bay are preparing for the three-year voyage which begins with a stop in Tahiti.
Isle’s ‘Most Wanted’ Show Features Arruda, Kane, Black
Inspired by “America’s Most Wanted,” the community television show from Crime Stoppers asks for the public’s help locating fugitives.
UH-Hilo Faculty Honored at Spring Commencement
Three excellence in teaching awards were given out along with recognition of someone who exemplifies the University of Hawaii at Hilo vision.
Buckle-Up Campaign Running Through June 1
Big Island police are reminding the public that under a 2013 law, if anyone is not restrained in a vehicle it is the driver that gets the $102 ticket.
State to Pay Out $2.9M to Settle Legal Claims
The payouts for judgements and settlements were recommended by the state attorney general and included in Act 80 which was signed into law last week.
Molly Stebbins Named County’s Top Civil Attorney
She will replace former Corporation Counsel Lincoln Ashida, who resigned April 30 to take a position with a private law firm.
Sites Threatened by Climate Change Include Two in Kona
The national historic parks on the Big Island are among cultural treasures listed at risk in a report issued today by the Union of Concerned Scientists.
Hilo Dentist Creates $500,000 Endowment at UH-Hilo
The gift from Dr. Patsy Fujimoto creates the David C. Purcell, Jr. Endowed Visiting Chair in History to bring distinguished historians to the university.
‘Salute to the Graduates’ Now in its 31st Year
Sixty-Eight of the Big Island’s top high school students are again being honored for achievements in five categories.
UPDATE: Old Highway Through Ahualoa Reopened
The Old Mamalahoa Highway in Ahualoa had been closed since a large eucalyptus tree fell onto the roadway Tuesday night.
Police Release May 16 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Seeking Public’s Help Identifying Man
The man whose image was captured on a surveillance camera in a Hilo store is wanted for questioning in a misdemeanor sexual assault investigation.
Law Student From Miloli`i Named Mink Fellow
Janna “Wehi” Ahu, who is attending the University of Hawaii law school, will spend her summer interning for US Sen. Mazie Hirono.
UH-Hilo Issues New Policy in Response to Lawsuit
University officials said the interim policy will be in place while it explores possible permanent policy changes.
New Planet’s Distance From Star Will Help Its Study
The gas giant’s orbit means its star won’t interfere with observations.
Huge Eucalpytus Tree Blocking Road in Ahualoa
Traffic on the Old Mamalahoa Highway is expected to be blocked through Thursday.
No Tsunami Threat From 6.5M Micronesia Tremor
The earthquake struck near the Caroline Islands at 10:56 a.m. Hawaii time.
Police Again Ask Public for Help Locating Voelker
Philip Voelker, who is 6-foot-4 and 210 pounds, is both missing and wanted on several outstanding bench warrants.
Hirono, Schatz Support Bill to Lower Student Loan Interest
The bill would bring the rates paid by the more than 38 million Americans with outstanding loans more in line with current rates.
Legislature, Palamanui Campus Topics of Kona Forum
The West Hawaii Community Forum, which will include honoring Kona’s spelling bee champion, is scheduled from 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Old Kona Airport.
