West Hawaii News
Police Investigating Following Discovery of Body in Kona
Big Island police are investigating after a body was found near an intersection in West Hawai‘i.
‘Bake Squad’ Star Headlines 2022 Big Island Chocolate Festival Gala
The star of a Netflix TV series is headlining the 2022 Big Island Chocolate Festival Gala with a special treat that’s all about the textures.
Kona Crime Prevention Committee Honors 3 Officers
Three West Hawai’i police officers were recently honored by a crime prevention organization.
Hele-On to Operate State’s First Hydrogen Bus
Hawaiʻi County now has another tool to continue transitioning public transit to zero emissions by 2035.
Public Libraries to Participate in Free Comic Book Day
Put on your cape, shine your green lantern, don your superhero or anime cosplay or just go in your everyday clothes. Whatever you do, don’t miss your chance to pick up a free comic book this weekend at your local library.
Rainy Weather to Continue Through Midweek
Rainy weather continues on the Big Island, apparent by heavy downpours, thunderstorms and the issuing of flood advisories the afternoon of Monday, May 2. But according to a hydrologist with the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the wet weather hasn’t been anything out of the ordinary.
Flood Advisory Extended For Portions of East Hawaiʻi
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a flood advisory for parts of East Hawaiʻi until 8 p.m. today, May 2.
Palani Road in Kona Again Open Between Ulua‘oa Street and Tomi Tomi Drive
Big Island police are advising motorists that a West Hawai‘i roadway is closed because of a traffic incident.
$3.2M Released For Improvements at Hāpuna Beach State Recreation Area
A Big Island beach park will get some needed improvements thanks to the release of capital improvement project funds by Gov. David Ige.
Register Now For La‘i‘ōpua 2020 Summer Enrichment Program
A summer program focused on English language literacy, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics) and Hawaiian language and culture is now accepting registrations for its 2022 installment.
Police Seek Missing Kona Man
Big Island police are asking for help with locating a man who was reported missing more than two months ago and is in need of medication.
Kona Couple Charged With Numerous Drug Offenses
A Big Island couple face several drug charges following the execution of a search warrant on a vehicle Thursday, April 28.
Kona Woman Arrested, Charged After Police Recover Drugs With Estimated Street Value of $300K
A Big Island woman is facing a litany of drug and firearms charges following her arrest at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport.
Kailua-Kona Post Office to Host Two-Day Job Fair
The U.S. Postal Service is seeking nearly 30 new employees for four Big Island post offices and is providing an opportunity for those interested to apply.
Police Seek Information About Kona Traffic Incident
Big Island police are piecing together what happened during a traffic incident last weekend in Kona and are asking for the public’s assistance.
Sewer Repairs Necessitate Traffic Change on Part of Ali‘i Drive in Kona
Motorists and businesses in Kailua-Kona are being notified that sewer repair work will cause temporary traffic changes for portions of Ali‘i Drive.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled on Ali‘i Drive in Kona
The county Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test from midnight-1 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, on Ali‘i Drive in Kona.
Fire Destroys Structure in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates
Big Island firefighters responded to a structure fire shortly after 9:30 a.m. Sunday, April 17, in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates.
Wet Weather Nothing Unusual For First Part of April
The sun finally made more of an extended appearance in Hilo and other portions of the Big Island on Thursday, April 14, providing a little relief from what seemed like constantly wet and rainy conditions.
