West Hawaii News
Fire Hydrant Test on Alii Drive Next Thursday
Residents in the affected area are advised to store drinking water and avoid washing clothes until the water supply returns to normal.
State Provides Comparisons of Homeowners Insurance Costs
The tables provided by DCCA allow side-by-side comparison of insurance premiums for various types of coverage.
Bail Set at $100,000 for Man Accused of Kona Burglaries
Jaren Larinaga-Napihaa was accused of robbing homes in West Hawaii in August and October.
Police: 16-year-old Puna Girl Missing Since Dec. 7
Charlierose Rodrigues-Kihe was last seen in Kea`au, police said.
Unexploded Ordnance Topic of Waimea Town Meeting Thursday
The meeting being held by the Waimea Community Association will include an update on efforts to clear the old munitions.
Autopsy Scheduled in Kona Night-Diving Death
The 62-year-old woman visiting from Utah got into trouble while diving off Keahole Point Friday night.
UPDATE: Banyan Drive Bill Amended, Mayor Vows to Continue Fight
Mayor Billy Kenoi said despite changes regarding ownership of the resort land, he still firmly believes the county is best suited to manage the properties.
Team Formed to Address Sequestration Impacts in Hawaii
The governor allocated $25 million in his budget to help with the impacts which may end up being twice that amount.
Hoary Bat, Monk Seal May Split ‘Official’ Duties
A move is underway at the state Legislature to recognize and honor the Hawaiian hoary bat as the state’s official land mammal.
Hanohano Issues Public Apology for Racial Slurs
The fourth-term Puna representative’s comments were made to workers installing art in her state Capitol office.
HELCO Makes It Official; More Geothermal Power Sought
Prospective developers have about a week to announce their intention to bid on the project, and until April 30 to submit a proposal.
Kona Pedestrian Dies in Early Morning Hit-and-Run
Police are looking for a sedan with front-end damage in connection with the death of the 71-year-old Kealakekua man.
Resolutions Call Holding of Roger Christie ‘Illegal and Unconstitutional’
Two Senate resolutions asking President Obama to investigate the no-bail status of the island’s best-known marijuana activist have been sent to committee.
Police Release Feb. 28 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
UPDATE: Two More Strong Quakes Hit Kurils; Still No Tsunami
The tremor occurred in a seismically active island chain stretching from Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula to Japan.
Fact Sheet Details Sequester Impacts to Hawaii
The White House said 20,000 defense workers in Hawaii would be affected by the spending cuts taking effect Friday.
Meeting Next Week to Update Public on Kona Airport Expansion
Three House members from West Hawaii will also be present to discuss legislative issues.
Hazardous Waste Collections This Weekend in Waimea, Pahoa
Automotive fluids, batteries and pesticides are among the waste that will be collected by the county.
Abandoned Rental Car Removed From Mauna Kea Summit
The car that had rolled down a slope sans passengers was retrieved without incident Tuesday.
Bill Decriminalizing Marijuana Passes Senate Committee
The bill would make possession of less than an ounce of marijuana a civil violation carrying a maximum fine of $100.
