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Four Big Island High Schools Listed in National Ranking
The four were among 11 in Hawaii earning bronze medals.
Dry Times: Waimea Water System in Conservation Mode
The Department of Water Supply has put residents there on notice that a voluntary conservation request could become mandatory if usage does not decrease.
Humane Society Offering Low-Cost Sterilizations Next Month
The organization will provide 100 spay/neuter procedures for $20; appointments will be taken beginning on Monday.
Gabbard to Speak at UHH Commencement on May 11
The class of 2013 speaker will be Ashlee Kalauli, a mathematics major from Honokaa who graduated from high school at Kamehameha Schools – Hawaii.
OPINION: This Week in ‘Stupid’
FAA furloughs, Hawaii’s battered media shield, and an “F” for Big Isle air quality cap off a week of nonsense.
Two Big Island Resorts Rated Among Best for Honeymooners
The veteran travel destination company Frommer’s picked the Keauhou Sheraton and Fairmont Orchid as among the best spots in Hawaii for the newly betrothed.
Recycle Hawaii to Assist in Tsunami Debris Cleanup
The Big Island organization is among six non-profit groups statewide chosen to participate in the $100,000 program.
State and Counties Ink Four-Year UPW Contract
The agreement ratified last week calls for 4% annual raises for the blue-collar government workers.
Lawsuit Over Safeway ‘Kona Blend’ Coffee Labeling Settled
The settlement nullifies the class action and leaves unresolved questions about fair-marketing laws, the Kona Coffee Farmers Association said.
UPDATE: Firearm Background Check Bill Approved, Sent to Governor
The bill expanding background checks for those bringing firearms into Hawaii passes the Legislature with four negative votes.
Police Department Again Conducting Internet Public Survey
The anonymous survey will be conducted throughout the month of May.
KS-Hawai`i Receives #3 Seed in State DII Softball Tourney
In the nine year history of the Division II state softball championships, a Big Island team has never won the coveted crown.
Deadbeat Lessee Leaves State Holding $227,000 Debt
The bill resulted from the clean-up of debris and spills and the removal of a pre-existing gas pump and underground tanks on eight acres in North Kona.
HVO Reports Thefts, Vandalism of Equipment; Seeks NetQuakes Volunteers
Theft and vandalism of remote monitoring sites is a growing problem, scientists say, and could be mitigated by adding more home-based seismic stations.
Schatz Names Two More Community Liaisons
The two, Robby Robertson and Michael Zola, while join Marlena Dixon as the senator’s team of field representatives on the Big Island.
Final Vote Scheduled on Owner-Builder Law Changes
The bill would add tax, wage and insurance requirements to permits obtained by people looking to build their own homes.
Hawaii Again Tops Gallup List for Stress-Free Residents
It was a clean sweep of the 2012 poll for Hawaii where residents ranked lowest for stress, highest for enjoyment and also highest in the “well-being” score.
Budget Negotiations Pau; UHH Pharmacy School Building Left Out
Despite intense lobbying by the Hilo community, a $38 million Senate appropriation for a permanent home for the school did not make the final cut.
UPDATE: Missing Lanai Boy Found; Charges Filed
The 54-year-woman, Katherine Ruth Hunter, allegedly failed to return her grandson to his mother on Lanai who has legal custody of the child.
Police, Family Still Looking for Jensen Yadao
The 21-year-old Hilo man has not been in contact with his family since March 10.
