West Hawai‘i News
Election Problems Prompt Discussion of Mail-in Voting
As has been seen in other states, absentee voting is on the rise, and represented a majority of voters this year on the Big Island and Kauai.
Kenoi and Kim Move On to General Election
Neither candidate pulls a majority; four County Council candidates escape that fate.
Kahele and Solomon Win Outright; Ruderman to Face Smith
Veteran lawmakers Inouye, Ikeda and Smart fail in their bids in Saturday’s primary.
UPDATE: Voting Hours Extended; Results Will Be Delayed
Hawai`i’s governor made the unusual move of extending the hours because some polling stations failed to open on time.
Monday Hearing Set For State Development Agency
The Public Land Development Corp. will hold hearings on the Big Island next week on its operating rules.
Rising Death Toll Prompts Plea From Police Chief
With 24 traffic fatalities so far, including eight in the past month, Chief Harry Kubojiri is asking the public to use more caution when driving.
County Reopening Honoka`a Gym
The county Department of Parks and Recreation said repairs to its roof have been completed.
Owner of Unclaimed Necklace Sought
Police need the public’s help identifying the owner of some missing jewelry.
Police Issue Mail Scam Warning
The public should be on the lookout for letters seeking financial information or asking that checks be cashed.
UPDATE: Fatality From North Kona Crash Identified
Injuries sustained in a two-car collision on July 30 have claimed the life of one of the drivers.
Firefighters Extinguish Kitchen Fire in Kawaihae
No one was home when firefighters extinguished the blaze early today.
Temporary Water Shut-off Next Week Near Waimea
Water service will be shut off from late Aug. 15 to early the next morning along Kawaihae Road near the intersection of Kohala Mountain Road.
Mailing of Prospective Juror Questionnaires Begins Today
If you are a registered voter, have a Hawai`i driver’s license or file state income taxes, you may soon be among the recipients of a juror questionnaire.
UH Gets Federal Grant For Biofuel Research
The US Department of Agriculture-funded project will involve a mix of universities and private companies.
Police Seeking Missing Mountain View Woman
The 23-year-old woman may be in the presence of a 27-year-old Hilo man.
