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KapohoKine Adventures Helps Fill Food Basket Shelves
For the 7th year, KapohoKine Adventures gave away free ziplining to kama‘āina over Memorial Day weekend. Kama‘āina brought non-perishable food donations.
South Kohala Wind Farm: How Will It Work?
The South Kohala wind farm will consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
‘Imiloa Brings Hawai‘i Night Sky to DC, NYC
‘Imiloa will share what the night sky looks like over Hawai‘i through planetarium presentations in Washington, DC, and New York City.
Big Island Schools Earn Awards for Active Living
Three schools on Hawai‘i Island received cash awards to fund the purchase of physical activity and sports equipment or support wellness initiatives on campus.
HPA Students Among 25 Selected in Writing Contest
Sofia Howard and William Wawner, both of Hawai’i Preparatory Academy, were each selected for their pieces “A Spider’s Web” and “The Point of No Return,” respectively.
Kona Drug Court Collects Food for the Hungry
The drug court choose to support the food basket for its efforts in providing food resources for those in need.
First Blue Zones Approved School in Hilo
The school was recognized by the Blue Zones Project team for its outstanding achievement and commitment to student well-being with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its May Day celebration.
New Spa Opens within Waikoloa’s Kings’ Shops
The new spa offers a variety of treatments and services, ranging from Swedish, Lomi-Lomi, and reflexology massages to body exfoliation.
SBRRB Elects Officers for 2016-2017
The new officers are Anthony Borge, Harris Nakamoto, and Barbara Bennett.
Big Island Unemployment Slightly Rises in April
Hawai’i’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was at 3.2 percent in April, up by a tenth of a percent from 3.1 percent in March.
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils Lie-Flat Seats
The Premium Cabin seating area will debut as soon as next month when its first newly-outfitted A330 operates in Hawaiian Airlines’ West Coast network as a “surprise-and-delight” for passengers.
HMC Extended Care Facility to Remain Open
“New patterns are emerging in the delivery of long term care and are expanding options now available to residents,” said Kurt Corbin, Board of HHSC East Hawai’i Region.
Hawaiian Airlines Pilots Vote for Strike if Contract Talks Fail
Nearly 98 percent of the pilot group voted on Tuesday, and 99 percent of those who voted supported a strike.
Autobody Hawai’i Names 2016 Scholarship Winner
Konawaena High School senior Simon Ellis won a $1,000 cash prize with his essay, titled “Eclectic Election.”
Legacy Carbon Celebrates Anniversary with New Offset Partners
Legacy Carbon is ringing in its one-year anniversary with the announcement of Carbon offset partnerships.
Hawaiian Airlines Continues Top-Ranked Punctuality Streak
Data released as part of the DOT’s Air Travel Consumer Report includes the ranking of 16 of the largest air carriers in the country.
Lava Lava Beach Club Acts as Backdrop for Fashion Company
“Mu and Lava Lava Beach Club are friends for life,” said Lava Lava Beach Club co-owner Scott Dodd.
Hawaiian Airlines Awarded Nighttime Flight to Haneda
The United States Department of Transportation approved Hawaiian Airlines application on Friday morning.
Hawaiian ‘Ukulele & Guitar Opens Queens’ MarketPlace Location
Uncle ‘Uke, more formally known as Robert Yates, opened the Waikoloa store offering essentials for both professional and aspiring musicians.
