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State Offers Tips on Smart Shopping During Holidays
The state wants Big Island shoppers to know rules for gift cards and return policies and offers consumer protection assistance.
Naniloa Staves Off Foreclosure With Bankruptcy Filing
The filing in US Bankruptcy Court in Honolulu came minutes before a judge was to rule on a motion to appoint a receiver to take control of the resort.
OPINION: Marijuana – Legalization Revisited
Before the president gives the final word on weed, states like Hawaii have a window of opportunity to piggyback off of Colorado and Washington’s momentum of marijuana legalization.
Humane Society Fundraiser Saturday at Downtown Gallery
The High Fire Hawaii Gallery and Studio will host the second annual “Art Helps” fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Big Island’s Police Department Awarded Accreditation
The recognition by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies was the culmination of an eight-year effort.
Fire Destroys Kona Structure; Main House Saved
Neighbors with garden hoses and firefighters were able to keep the blaze from spreading to other buildings.
Maeda Nominated to Be County’s Next Clerk
Incoming County Council Chairman J Yoshimoto has named Stewart Maeda to replace current County Clerk Jamae Kawauchi.
OPINION: State Senators Tied to Medical Billing Scam
Automated Healthcare Solutions charged taxpayers a 4,000-5,000% markup over the cost of prescriptions, while efforts to stem the abuse were thwarted by the two senators that the company donates to.
Geologists Say Kilauea Summit Quieter, But Not Silent
Some of the indicators of a new eruption have eased, but the volcano still could show new life.
Astronomers in Hawaii Find Possible Rogue Planet
The object was found using the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope on Mauna Kea and studied further using the Very Large Telescope in Chile.
UPDATE: Regents, Greenwood Say Relationship ‘Strong’
The university’s Board of Regents and its president have apparently settled their differences.
Yoshimoto Will Be Next County Council Chairman
The veteran council member will lead three incumbents and six newcomers after they are sworn into office on Dec. 3.
Big Island, Nation Observe Recycles Day on Thursday
The day celebrates recycling, composting and reusing efforts.
UPDATE: Leeward Fire Hazard Warning Follows Dry October
Records were set in 19 areas across the state for the driest October on record.
‘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.
NOAA: Japan Tsunami Debris Still Expected
While bigger floating items such as docks have been reaching the mainland’s shores, smaller items in the water are expected to reach Hawaii this winter.
Windows 8 Supports Hawaiian Language Diacriticals, More
The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system includes a Hawaiian keyboard in its layout.
Council Approves Ban on Nighttime Well Drilling
The ban could end up being decided by the new council taking office on Dec. 3.
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.
