West Hawai‘i News
Kapa`au Woman Missing, May Have Gone to Waimanu Valley
Claudette Morell told her mother she was going camping in Waimanu Valley, and her mom later received a text from an unknown person saying that her stay would be extended.
‘Albizia Bill’ Up For Final Vote Wednesday
Bill 64 would expand existing county code to allow the mayor to determine whether landowners should be forced to remove “unsafe flora” from their property.
Warm, Dry Weather Persisting in East Hawaii
Due in part to a lack of rain, the maximum daily temperatures at Hilo’s airport so far this month are running more than 3% warmer than normal.
Mokulele to Begin Flights from Waimea Airport
The service will be the first from the South Kohala airport since Pacific Wings pulled out in June.
Kamakoa Nui Skatepark to Open in Waikoloa Village
The grand opening for the facility built in the county park at the Kamakoa Nui workforce housing project is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 29.
Man Accused of Entering Vehicle With Stolen Fob
Travis Sanders is accused of stealing a woman’s car keys and fob and using them to break into her vehicle and steal more items.
Apparent Drowning Reported Near Honoka`a
The crew of a fire department helicopter found the man floating face down at an area known as Kawela’s.
Park Seeking Greater Protection for Water Resources
Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Park is asking the state water commission to designate the area’s aquifer a “water management area.”
Talk to Focus on Effects of Climate Change on Peace
A UH law professor will discuss the potential for conflicts resulting from climate-caused population migration.
Hilo Hydrant Tests, N. Kohala Water Shut-Off Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply has scheduled the hydrant tests for Monday and the hydrant shut-off on Kynnersley Road for Thursday.
Police Release Sept. 13 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Police Investigating Robbery of Kailua-Kona Restaurant
A man entered the establishment after it closed, threatened an employee with a weapon and then stole an undisclosed amount of cash.
Second Hale Nani Escapee Captured in Hilo
A tip from the public helped police locate Robert Carlos Garcia this morning at a house on Ohai Street in Hilo.
Soldiers From PTA Help Out Habitat for Humanity
The 34 members from the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team earlier this month painted, cleared and cleaned at two homes in Waimea.
Kona Officer Honored For Halting Burglary Spree
Awareness by an officer on his day off resulted in an arrest that brought a halt to a surge in burglaries in West Hawaii.
USDA Lifts Ban on Sharwil Avocado Exports
Hawaii growers will soon be able to ship their fruit to 32 states.
UPDATE: Governor Lends Support to Suicide Prevention Week
Friday’s vigil in Kona for suicide survivors is part of a variety of awareness efforts.
State Releases Master Plan for Kiholo Bay Park
The document outlines plans to re-designate the park from a state park reserve to a wilderness area which still could provide camping.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff on 9/11 Anniversary
US and Hawaii flags will be lowered in remembrance of Patriot Day and the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
Waters of Life Charter School Honored Again
The awards are piling up for the Mountain View school that since 2008 has overcome financial and legal difficulties.
