West Hawai‘i News
Thirty-Day Milestone Reached in Big Island Dengue Outbreak
A major milestone was reached in the Big Island dengue fever outbreak, with 30 days since the last report of locally acquired dengue fever.
Autopsy on Ocean View Man Inconclusive
Watson died while in police custody Monday morning after the Hawai’i Police Department was called to a Hawaiian Ocean View Estates subdivision home in response to a reported shooting.
Open Season for Lobster and Kona Crab Comes to an End
Open season for the catches will close on Sunday through the end of August. During the closed season, it is illegal to take, possess, or sell the shellfish.
Ohia Seed Conservation Campaign Exceeds Original Goal
In two months, the campaign raised its initial goal with 407 individual contributions.
State and County Officials Plan Dengue Status Update
The Oahu meeting will discuss a new phase of response activities as no newly confirmed cases have occurred in over a month.
DWS to Host Hearing on Power Cost Charge
Currently, the Power Cost Charge is $1.81 per thousand gallons. That rate could decrease by eleven cents to $1.70 under the new clause.
Hirono Takes Senate Floor in Push to Confirm Judicial Nominees
Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell blocked Senator Hirono’s request.
Hawai’i Bankers Association Launches State-Wide Foodbank Drive
Non-perishable food items in need include meats, rice, soups, vegetables, and fruits.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed Tuesday
The Hawai’i Department of Health continues to list the total case count at 264 cases, with the most recent case confirmed on Friday.
U.S. Senate Passes NATIVE Act Co-Introduced by Schatz
Senator Schatz said he authored the bill because native communities in the U.S. are “unique and have histories and cultures that can only be shared in America.”
KKCC to Present West Hawai’i Workforce Needs Assessment
The chamber will present findings from a two-year analysis conducted by the Education and Workforce Committee to determine the needs of the West Hawai’i business community.
HPD Investigating Death of Ocean View Man
An investigation into a Monday morning incident that left a man dead is underway.
Honoka’a Jazz Band Receives Congressional Recognition
Big Island students and music director Gary Washburn were recognized during the tour with a congressional certificate.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 341 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2016. That number is a 14 percent increase from last year’s count of 299 arrests during the same time period.
Kanehoa Community to be Recognized as ‘Firewise’
On May 7, when their work day is completed, the Kanehoa community will receive recognition as a community that has worked towards wildfire readiness as the second Firewise community in Hawai’i.
Holualoa Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Crash
The Hawai’i Police Department says the man’s vehicle struck a utility pole and overturned in a lava field right off of the highway.
No Dengue Fever Cases Confirmed Since Friday
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed by the Hawai’i Department of Health on Monday, keeping the overall count at 264.
New Airport Signage Hoped to Aid in Saving Lives
A new initiative kicking off at major airports across the state is anticipated to help save lives.
UPDATE: Lane Reopens in West Hawai’i Following Vehicle Crash
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that the right lane is anticipated to remain closed for the next several hours as traffic investigators investigate the incident.
