West Hawaii News
New Medical Marijuana Applicant Requirements Push Back Licensee Annoucement
Last week, license applicants were requested to provide consents and fingerprints as part of the application process.
Hawai’i Electric Light: 13,000 Lose Power, Cause Under Investigation
The power interruption mainly affected West Hawai’i customers, but was felt as far East as Pahala.
Missing Olympic Signed Boxing Gloves Recovered
Police say the gloves were found at a home in Orchidland Estates and that a burglary investigation continues.
Reser’s Recalls 19 Refrigerated Salad Items
The company, which operates out of Beaverton, Ore., says it was notified of the potential risk by one of its onion suppliers.
DOH Map on Dengue Lists Kalaoa, Hookena Areas at ‘Some Risk’
Wednesday marks three weeks since the last confirmed dengue fever case was reported by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Arson Investigations Initiated Over More Suspicious West Hawai’i Fires
On Sunday between 9:45 a.m. and 4:26 p.m., four fires were ignited between the 8-mile marker and the 26-mile marker off Highway 190, stretching the island from Kailua-Kona to Waimea.
HYSD and HAA Youth Resources Map Lists Local Activities
The map is accessible on any computer, smart phone, or tablet through the Hawai’i Youth Services Directory and Hawai’i After School Alliance websites.
Police Seek Witnesses to Hilo Vehicle Collision
Early Tuesday morning, a 2004 Peterbilt rubbish truck that was traveling south on Kilauea Avenue collided with a 2001 Lincoln four-door sedan that was traveling west on Kawailani Street.
Nagata Appointed to Third Circuit District Court Judge Position
The Chief Justice appoints District Court judges from a list of no less than six nominees submitted by the Judicial Selection Commission.
Kona Hydrant Flow Test Slated for Thursday
Testing may result in slightly discolored and turbid water for several hours.
Select Post Offices to Offer Midnight Final Collection on Tax Day
Blue collection boxes or in-wall mail slots that are labeled with bright orange signs that read “Tax Mail Drop – Final Pick-Up Midnight” will be postmarked April 18.
Gabbard Votes to Accelerate Development of Zika Virus Vaccines, Treatment
In March, the Senate passed the bill, and now it is headed to the desk of the President.
Over 100 Senate Bills Passed by House on Second Crossover
Both the House and Senate have until Thursday to pass on third readings any of the remaining bills.
Over 250 Bills Passed for Second Senate Crossover
Bills involving environmental protection, economic development, crime victim protection, and water rights were among those passed.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count at a Standstill
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed on the Big Island Tuesday by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Hakalau Refuge Spring Open House Canceled Over Fear of ROD Spread
“The Open House is an important tradition at Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge, and the public has enjoyed this opportunity since 1993,” said Refuge Manager Jim Kraus.
‘U Drive U Text U Pay’ National Campaign to Up Law Enforcement
Those found operating an electronic device while operating a vehicle will pay a $207 fine. Infractions in a school or construction zone increase to $307.
PTA: Military Convoys Scheduled for April 15 and 16
Army officials say that the convoy will run between Keaukaha Military Reservation and Pohakuloa Training Area on Friday. It will go the opposite direction on Saturday.
Rep. Gabbard Honors Royal Order of Kamehameha I
The Royal Order of Kamehameha I was established on April 11, 1865.
