West Hawaii News
Police Investigate Found Waipio Body as Murder
A murder investigation has been opened in connection to a body located in Waipio Valley last Thursday.
DLNR Recognizes Volunteer Hunting Instructors
All 17 instructors volunteer their time training youth and adult hunters at 75 classes every year.
Hookena Fire Contained, Beach Road Open
Ty Medeiros, West Hawai’i Battalion Chief, said that the cause of the fire is under investigation and is being “considered suspicious.”
Police Seek Missing 24-Year-Old
Twenty-four-year-old Britany Bartholomew was last seen on February 26 in Kea’au.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Nancy Reagan
The flags will be flow at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment.
Scheduled Lane Closures March 7-11
Various portions of Big Island roadways will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Culinary Scholarships Available for Palamanui Hopefuls
Application forms are available at the ACF Kona Kohala Chefs Association website.
Military Convoys to Travel Beginning Monday
Oahu-based service members will travel between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.; then again between 6:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. through Wednesday.
El Nino Creating Severe Drought Conditions
The unusually dry conditions seen around the Big Island aren’t expected to change anytime soon.
Weekend Road Work and Closures
Road and lane closures on the Big Island continue through the weekend at various locations.
Expired License Agreement Closes Big Island DHHL Lands
The closed portions belong to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Seasonal Archery Hunting Opens in Pu’uanahulu GMA
Hunters are required to obtain 2016 ram and goat tags. The tags can be picked up from any of the Hawai’i Island Division of Forestry and Wildlife offices.
Police Release March 4 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
State Judiciary Seeks Court Interpreters
Free informational sessions for individuals interested in becoming a state court interpreter are scheduled on the Big Island beginning next week.
Dengue Case Count Remains at 260
It has over a week since the last case was confirmed on Feb. 24, leaving the total number of confirmed cases at 260.
HPD: Man Wanted for Abuse
Golden Raymond, who is wanted for abuse, is last known to have lived in Kohala.
Police Request Public Assistance Regarding Suspicious Fires
The Hawai’i Police Department said Friday afternoon that a total of 10 fires have occurred over the past month and a half, spanning multiple portions of West Hawai’i.
KMA to Open for Weekend Turkey Hunting
Turkey hunting at the Keamuku Maneuver Area will take place over the weekend.
2015 Big Island Electricity Reach Near 49 Percent Renewable Mark
The Big Island used 48.7 percent of energy from renewable sources, with Maui County falling into second with 35.4 percent and Oahu at 17.2 percent.
UPDATE: Police Locate Body in Waipio
The Hawai’i Police Department has confirmed that a body was located in Waipio Valley Thursday evening.
