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OPINION: Rep. Gregg Takayama vs. Bird Poop
The Pearl City representative has launched an ill-conceived crusade against bird feeding.
Civil Defense Sirens Malfunction, No Emergency Exists
The sirens sounded inadvertently in many areas of the Big Island while crews were performing a system check.
HOVE Well is Down, Public Asked to Conserve Water
The public is being asked to restrict consumption to potable uses, and commercial water haulers must use alternate sources until repairs are completed.
Abercrombie Renominates De Lima to Board of Education
The new term for the Hilo attorney, who has served as the Big Island representative on the board since 2011, would end on June 30, 2016.
UPDATE: Senate Amends PLDC Bill, Now Similar to House Version
House Bill 1133, which was heard by the Committee on Ways and Means, appears to be the only PLDC-killing bill still active in the Legislature.
Search For Water in Saddle Region Begins
Scientists are drilling deep into the island between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa to look for water and answers.
Bill Removing Background Check Loophole Moving Through House
The Senate has already approved the measure that would require background checks for firearms imported from out of state.
Weather Service Issues Flood Advisory for Big Island
The flood warning was expected to last until at least early evening, and a cold front expected to reach the Big Island
Lectures to Feature Native Hawaiians at Sea
Three men with a broad range of experience will share their experiences with merchant marine operations as well as voyaging canoes.
OPINION: Statewide Preschool = Over-Priced Daycare?
Would hordes of four-year-olds on the government dole be a boon to society?
Hawaiian Air Allowing Self-Tagging of Luggage
The feature which is now in place at the Honolulu airport will be implemented on neighbor islands later in the year.
Waimea Community Association Pushes for Hapuna Transfer
Although funding remains an issue, the group says it agrees with Mayor Bill Kenoi that the county could do a better of job of maintaining the popular park.
UHH’s Lee Named PWC Softball Player of the Week
The transfer from East Carolina University, along with fellow award winner Kristina Victa, have created a 1-2 punch that has produced a combined 91 hits and 36 runs batted in.
Canadian Tourist Dies While Snorkeling at Kona Beach
The 70-year-old man was found motionless about 40 feet from shore at the popular Kahalu`u Beach Park.
Senate Version of Budget Bill Less Than Governor’s, House’s
The Senate, however, is proposing to spend $378 million more than the House on capital improvement projects over the next two fiscal years.
Big Island’s Dorian Nominated For Big Wave Awards
The Kailua-Kona native will have a chance to win up to $85,000 in prize money after being nominated for four big wave surfing awards.
Travel Website’s Customers Big on Hualalai Resort, Hawaii Islands
TripAdvisor.com’s Travelers’ Choice Awards gives kudos to Hawaii’s beaches and an upscale Big Island resort.
Armed Man Holds Wife Hostage in Puna
Police negotiate with suspect after he threatens relatives with firearm.
Engineering Firm Readying Another OTEC Project
The company involved in early projects at Kona’s Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii is helping the Navy refine the process.
