West Hawai‘i News
Apply Now for HMSA Kaimana Scholarship
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association is again providing an opportunity for graduating high school students to apply for scholarship assistance to continue their education on the college level.
Coast Guard Patrols off Big Island 19 Days in November
“While underway, the MSST conducted 38 maritime security and response patrols and two interagency patrols with our law enforcement partners over at NOAA and DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement. Air crews from Air Station Barbers Point also conducted seven law enforcement patrols over the course of 17 flight hours.”
QNHCH Encourages People to Get Vaccinated
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital in Waimea is offering the best Black Friday deals around with free COVID-19 vaccinations for anyone age 5 and older, and boosters for anyone 18 or older.
Big Island Student’s Film Semifinalist at International Festival
Konawaena High School senior Jade Onaka’s documentary short film was named a semifinalist for the Zensa Media International Film Festival.
Hawaiian monk seal dies after battling toxoplasmosis
The Marine Mammal Center is mourning following the death of adult male Hawaiian monk seal RW22.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation Stamp contest opens
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources welcomes artists to submit entries for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife’s annual art contest depicting two local wildlife species for the 2022-23 Hawaii Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp.
7th Case of Rat Lungworm Confirmed in Big Island Visitor
A case of rat lungworm disease has been confirmed in an adult visitor Hawai‘i Island, the Hawai‘i Department of Health stated in a press release this afternoon.
Flood Advisory Issued for West Hawai‘i
At 239 p.m., radar indicated persistent heavy rain near that was nearly stationary along the leeward coast of the Big Island between Keahole Point and Holualoa.
Blue Zones Project to Host Kickoff Celebration in West Hawai‘i
The Blue Zones Project West Hawai‘i Kickoff Celebration will be held on Saturday, Aug. 26, from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at Kona Commons in Kailua-Kona.
DWS Continues Well Repairs Through July 4 Holiday
Crews will continue to work double shifts and throughout the Fourth of July holiday to complete repairs.
Emergency Water Restriction Issued for North Kona
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply’s Keahuolū Deepwell is out of service.
Lava Hose, Volcano Views Aboard Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Mahalo to Blue Hawaiian Helicopters and our pilot, Toshi Mochizuki, for this amazing tour of the Volcano on the Big Island! Click on this LINK to see…
Habitat for Humanity Seeking Volunteers for ‘Blitz Build’
Habitat for Humanity West Hawaiʻi is seeking volunteers to support the construction of ten homes over a ten-day period from Sept. 13 to 23, 2017. The event will be called a “Blitz Build” and will mainly be conducted through volunteer labor to house local families. Help is needed for construction of the ten homes, as […]
Habitat 10th Annual National Women Build Week
Habitat for Humanity West Hawaii and Lowe’s invite women to build alongside future homeowners during the 10th annual National Women Build Week, May 6–14.
Hilo High Grad on Top Chef Finale, Vote for Fan Favorite!
“The first time around was a big lesson for me. Coming up short in the finale when I tried to change myself. It was a huge learning lesson. Made me realize be yourself, be proud about it. We have a lot to be proud about here in Hawaii.”
State Honors Kona Historical Society
Kona Historical Society was presented with a certificate of honor on its 40th anniversary for efforts to preserve local history and share Kona’s culture with residents and visitors. The Hawaiʻi State House of Representatives presented the prestigious certificate, including Nicole Lowen, Cindy Evans, Richard Creagan, Clift Tsuji, Richard Onishi, Joy San Buenaventura and Mark Nakashima, […]
Study: Hawaii Ranks No. 1 for #Shots
Hawaiʻi ranks among the top states in the nation for alcohol consumption, according to a new Instagram study that analyzed over 100,000 Instagram posts nationwide mentioning the hashtag “#party.” A team of researchers at DrugAbuse.com, an addiction treatment website, conducted the review which revealed the Aloha State ranks No. 1 nationwide for #party posts containing the hashtag […]
‘Yoga on the Farm’ Offered in February
Kona Historical Society will be offering a barefoot, outdoor yoga class called ‘Yoga on the Farm’ in February at its Kona Coffee Living History Farm in Captain Cook. Yoga instructor Elizabeth “Liz” Aschenbrenner, a certified instructor who has taught for over 20 years, will guide guests through stretches, toning poses and meditations during this drop-in […]
Help Restore Native Forests With Nāpu‘u Conservation Outreach
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Pu’u Wa’awa’a Ahupua’a Program has many volunteer opportunities for the community. Their mission, as stated…
