West Hawai‘i News
Men Sought on Outstanding Warrants in Separate Cases
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chad Simmerman and Kainoa Black, who are both wanted on warrants and for questioning in unrelated matters.
Forecast Calls for More Cool Nights, Possible Thunderstorms
A low-pressure system to the northeast and a recently passed cold front contributed to a cool night Sunday, although nothing that was record-shattering.
UH-Hilo’s Hong Finalist for Chancellor at Lousiana University
Luoluo Hong has served as the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s vice chancellor for student affairs since 2008.
UPDATE: Saturday’s Puna Crash Victim Identified
The 53-year-old resident of Keaau died after her sedan crossed the center line and collided with another vehicle near Pahoa end of the Keaau bypass.
Gabbard Begins Mandatory Annual National Guard Training
The first-term congresswoman, who is also a military police captain, reported to a fort in Missouri for the two weeks of service.
County Completes ‘Open Space’ Purchase of ‘O‘oma
The acquisition of the 217-acre property is the latest action under the county’s Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resource Preservation Program.
Police Investigating Two Robberies at Gunpoint in Kona
Both involved victims in parking lots early in the morning, one on Tuesday and the other on Wednesday.
Police Release Jan. 3 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Surf-Damage Repairs Scheduled for Puako Boat Dock
Last month’s high waves last broke the concrete loading dock in half, and the state plans to replace it temporarily with a wooden structure.
Kona Man Held on $119,000 Bail Following Chase
Police said Jesse Ralston was working with another man to shoplift items from a Kailua-Kona store and then tried to escape in a vehicle stolen last month.
Presentations Highlight 5th Annual Volcano Awareness Month
During the upcoming weeks, scientists from Hawaiian Volcano Observatory will speak on a wealth of topics during talks around the island.
Isle Drying Out After 2+ Feet of Rain; More Coming
National Weather Service gauges recorded double-digit rainfall in at least five locations; a new system approaching will bring more rain and maybe thunderstorms.
Hawaii County Designates ‘Treecycling’ Locations
Christmas trees free of tinsel and all other decorations can be dropped off at designated locations at landfills or certain transfer stations.
Kona Woman Charged With Felony in Shoplifting Case
The woman was identified as a suspect through the use of the store’s video surveillance system.
Target Breach Could Affect 121,000 Hawaii Shoppers
The state’s consumer advocate is advising residents to be on the lookout for fraudulent purchases or identity theft for up to a year.
Flags at Half-Staff Saturday in Honor of Jean King
Jean Sadako King, who died Nov. 24, was Hawaii’s first female lieutenant governor.
$6 Million Released for Improvements to Hilo Harbor
The monies released by Gov. Neil Abercrombie will fund improvements to Pier 1 and also security enhancements at Kawaihae Harbor.
Police Release Dec. 27 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
PUC Nixes Bio-Diesel Deal a Second Time
Aina Koa Pono will continue plans for a biofuel plant in Ka`u despite a setback this week from the PUC.
Kokubun Retiring; Enright New Head of Hawaii Ag Department
Volcano resident Russell Kokubun, who is retiring as head of the Hawaii Department of Agriculture, will be replaced by Scott Enright, a resident of Hamakua.
