West Hawaii News
Ho‘omau Ranch Rodeo this weekend in Hōnaunau
The rodeo will feature calf mugging, ranch broncs, dummy roping, barrel racing, goat undecorating, team roping, double mugging and bull riding.
Business Monday: Big Island gyms provide equipment, support for New Year’s health kicks
A benefit of joining a gym is meeting other people who can support you in your fitness goals.
Flash flood watch issued for Big Island as forecast calls for possibility of heavy rain associated with cold front
The heaviest rain is expected initially for Kaua‘i beginning late Sunday before spreading down the island chain Monday. A few thunderstorms will also be possible.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 4-10: Music, comedy, job fairs and more
It’s the beginning of a new year and there are plenty of events happening during the next week, giving residents and visitors alike the chance to start 2024 with music, comedy and more.
Couple arrested, charged after arriving at Kona airport with more than 60 grams of fentanyl
41-year-old Izaiah Matthew Shields and 37-year-old Moriah Goulette, both of Kona, were contacted Dec. 29 at the airport by VICE officers after disembarking from a flight from California.
Waikōloa man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, other offenses after reported shooting incident in Kawaihae
39-year-old Alexander Alika Akau III of Waikōloa is being detained in the Kona Police Station cellblock and has not yet been charged with any crimes.
Closures slated at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park for helicopter operations to remove invasive species
All closures are scheduled for 6 to 11 a.m. and will include the Hale Hoʻokipa Visitor Contact Station and parking lot along with the main trail from Hale Ho’okipa to the Honokōhau shoreline.
Big Island police renew request for help with locating endangered Kona woman
Kunzang Yuthok, 65, was last seen the morning of Nov. 20 in the Old Kona Airport Park in Kailua-Kona.
New parking rates take effect Feb. 1, 2024, at neighbor island airports, including on Big Island
The last time parking rates for Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport, as well as at Lῑhuʻe Airport on Kaua‘i and for Kahului Airport on Maui, were adjusted was in 2015.
State issues high bacteria count notification at Kailua Pier
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is retesting waters at Kailua Pier Station D in Kona on the Big Island after levels of 137 per 100 mL of bacteria were detected during routine beach monitoring.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 28-Jan. 3, 2024: Several parties and celebrations slated to ring in the New Year
You can pound mochi or enjoy an End of the Year Country Party with Waylon Nihipali in Hilo or participate in any one of the several New Year’s events in the Kailua-Kona area, plus more.
Coroner’s inquest launched in possible drowning in waters off Kona
A 57-year-old man from Germany possibly drowned Sunday after a snorkeling tour near Red Hill/Hokulia.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 21-27: Holiday concerts and celebrations continue, Winter Solstice events and much more
Christmas is almost here and all around the Big Island, there are many events to make your holidays more brightened.
Experience a family holiday tradition at the Kona Christmas House
Craig Long, his wife Jennifer and their 12-year-old daughter Emma invite everyone on the Big Island to their Pualani Estates home to behold the splendor and bask in its aura.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island: Grammy winner Kalani Pe‘a live, Jingle Bell Beach Run, Celtic Christmas, tribute to The Beatles and much more
Christmas is less than 2 weeks away and there’s still plenty of holiday cheer to be had around the Big Island.
Hawai‘i Land Trust purchases 642 acres at Mahukona, forever protecting important cultural site on Big Island’s Kohala Coast
The property includes the coastal regions of six ahupua‘a (historic land divisions), provides habitat for threatened or endangered native Hawaiian plants and animals and is a rare space for Hawaiian cultural practice.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 7-13: Holiday cheer abounds with several Christmas parades and more
In case you’re seeking something else, there’s also a health care talk story event featuring “Seniors in Paradise” host Derek Kurisu, the Celebrate ‘Ohana Festival in Kona, Cherry Poppin’ Daddies live in Hilo and more.
Big Island police renew request for help with finding endangered Kailua-Kona woman
65-year-old Kunzang Yuthok was last seen the morning of Nov. 20 at Old Kona Airport Park in Kailua-Kona. Her family is offering a cash reward for information that might lead to finding her.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 30-Dec. 6: Holiday cheer on tap as well as other events including World of Magic, Red Dress Party, Fashion for a Cause and more
Whether its the 63rd annual Waimea Twilight Christmas Parade, Kailua Village Artists Holiday Receptions or one of the plethora of other events, there’s plenty to do for the whole family
Kona man sentenced to life in prison for 2022 murders of two homeless men in Kona
Chito K. Asuncion pleaded guilty Aug. 28 to the June 7, 2022, murder of Boyd Maygra and the May 17, 2022, murder of Brian Macaulay. He also pleaded guilty to stabbing of Gary Nakagawa on May 25, 2022, and Alice Coleman on May 30, 2022, in Hilo.
