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Hilo, Kona and Early Voters Help Carry Kenoi to Win
Challenger Harry Kim got a boost from voters in Hamakua and Puna.
Contractors Sought for New HCC Campus in Kona
The Palamanui campus of Hawaii Community College will accommodate 700 students when it opens in late 2014.
No Tsunami Threat in Hawaii From Guatemala Earthquake
The death toll was at least 39 from the 7.4-magnitude quake that hit offshore near the country’s border with Mexico.
Ruderman, Green and Solomon Are State Senate Winners
Health-food store chain owner Russel Ruderman is elected to the Big Island’s newly created fourth state Senate seat.
UPDATE: Kenoi Defeats Kim by 1,457 Votes
Mayor Billy Kenoi won re-election by a 49.9% to 47.6% margin over former mayor Harry Kim.
UPDATE: Hawaii County 2012 Election Results – Vote Tally
Preliminary results for Hawaii County have been released.
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.
Another Nene Killed Along Hawaii Volcanoes Road
Park officials are again urging motorists to drive with caution, particularly in areas marked with nene-crossing signs.
Votin’ Time Is Here; Many Already Have
More than a quarter of the Big Island’s registered voters have already cast their ballots; tomorrow ballots must be cast or dropped off in person.
Lani’s Island Snack Shack Targets Local Cravings
New gift shop uses scratch-made shave ice syrups and direct sourcing of ingredients to lure customers.
Hawaii Volcanoes, County Firefighters Get Brushfire Under Control
The fire of unknown origin blacked more than four acres of grassland near the Keauhou Bird Sanctuary.
Arbor Day Update: Abercrombie Releases Watershed Funding
In recognition of Arbor Day in Hawaii, the governor releases $2.5 million for watershed protection projects on three islands.
Kilauea Activity Suggests New Eruption Possible
The volcano is acting like it did two years ago, which resulted in a short-lived eruption at a new vent.
UPDATE: 13 of 71 Sirens Failed Today’s Test
As a result of some sirens failing to work during Saturday’s tsunami warning, today’s test will involve close monitoring of all 71 sites on the island.
Drilling-Ban Bill Draws Technical and Economic Concerns
An engineering company, two state agencies and Big Island business people are concerned about a bill that would restrict geothermal well drilling.
Sierra Club Targets Legislators on PLDC Repeal
The club is encouraging the public to lobby their legislators and has launched a website stating the positions they have taken on the controversial agency.
Vehicle Kills Intoxicated Woman Sitting on Kona Highway
Police said the victim, a 30-year-old Honaunau woman, appeared to have been drinking.
Halloween: Police Urging Safety While Having Fun
The department is offering holiday advice for motorists and parents alike.
Beach Parks Reopened; No Tsunami Damage Reported
County Civil Defense officials are still advising beach-goers and others at the shoreline to use caution.
UPDATE: Tsunami Advisory Cancelled
Officials warn that sea level changes and strong currents could still present a threat for several hours.
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