Discussion
‘Organic’ – Truth or Misconception, It’s Big Business
A recent study found almost no nutritional benefits to eating foods classified as “organic.” But it’s a growing industry and Oprah’s organic farm plans on Maui may bring home the bacon for Hawaii.
OPINION: The Next Four Years
Now that election season has come to a close, our mayor and council have no shortage of problems to address.
A Quick Summary of “Ballot Proposals” at Polling Booths
There are a slew of “Ballot Proposals” for us to navigate before we can make our escape from the polling booth. We sort through them for you.
OPINION: Why the Plastic Bag Ban Makes No Sense
The upcoming plastic bag ban law in Hawaii is less about “making a difference” and more about fulfilling a false sense of accomplishment.
Lingle Contradicts Statements Made to Big Island Now in TV Debate
The Senate candidate has pulled a “180” over her “greatest president” statement about former president George W. Bush.
OPINION: The Sex Files – Big Island Sidewalk Edition
What’s with all the impromptu public indecency on the Big Island?
ANALYSIS: Public Protest Too Much For Development Agency?
The Public Land Development Corporation will take its latest version of operating rules to public hearing, but only to one and only on Oahu.
Grading our Governor: Abercrombie’s “F”
Neil Abercrombie just managed to flunk a report by the Cato Institute. Should you be worried?
OPINION: Ironman – In Praise of Insanity
It’s not about who wears the Speedos. It’s about how they use them.
OPINION: Jamae Kawauchi, It’s Time for You to Go
Ms. Kawauchi can’t manage to return calls to media outlets in the county she was hired to serve, and has missed a key deadline.
OPINION: More Taxes, Less DUIs
With major accidents on the rise, an increase in alcohol taxes could help to boost traffic enforcement and monitoring.
Lingle & Hirono: Budget Woes vs School Furloughs
While the candidates continue to blast away at each other, sit back and sip a beverage while we sift some dirt on your behalf.
LETTER: `Aina Koa Pono Explains Proposed Rate Hike
“Yes, there is a cost—electric bills will be higher for a while—a dollar or less for a typical monthly 500 to 600 KWh user.”
OPINION: ‘Pay to Throw’ is a No-Go
Charging residents to dispose of their rubbish could turn already messy individuals into full-blown trash hoarders.
Crowley vs. Gabbard: Can Conservatism Cause an Upset?
It’s a clear choice between two diametrically opposed candidates.
Hawaii Could Benefit from US/China Tensions
Hawaii could find itself exploiting both increased Chinese tourism and generous military spending at the same time.
Hawaii Vendors Set for Food Safety Shake-Up
The Dept. of Health will require restaurants and food vendors to display inspection results on graded placards under proposed new rules, begin inspecting open markets, and increase inspections.
OPINION: To Honor the 9/11 Fallen, Support Those Serving
Before the end of this decade, newly enlisted members of our military will have no living memory of the events that unfolded 11 years ago.
OPINION: Saving “Ag” with Agricultural Tourism
For all the challenges agritourism may bring, it’s time we allowed producers more options for boosting their incomes.
Hirono and Lingle: Digging Through the Mud
We sift through some of the most common wads of verbal mud that the candidates are lobbing at each other, and see whether they stick, or wash off with scrutiny.
