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Former Hilo Man Sentenced to 87 Months in Prison
Justin Wade Smith pleaded guilty to taking more than $1.2 million from 33 victims while falsely claiming he would repay them with substantial interest.
Pi`ihonua Gym to Close for Renovations
The gym at Gilbert Carvalho Park will close Monday, and the work is not expected to be completed until the end of May.
Fujiyama’s State Lease in Ka`u in Jeopardy
The Department of Land and Natural Resources wants to revoke the lease held by his company, Hawaii Outdoor Tours, because he is behind on rent payments.
Crews to Remove Kamehameheha Ave. Traffic Signal
The work will cause more traffic restrictions beginning at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, weather permitting, at the intersection of Kamehameha Avenue and Pauahi Street.
Mokupapapa Discovery Center Reopens to Public Saturday
The facility showcases the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument, which consists of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands and surrounding marine environment.
Judge Orders County to Stop Registering GMO Farmers
Judge Greg Nakamura issued the temporary restraining order in response to a lawsuit filed this week challenging the law approved late last year.
House Committee Earmarks $40M for New Kona Courthouse
The state Judiciary has long noted the need to consolidate Kona’s court operations which are currently spread across three locations.
ANALYSIS: The Proposed Crackdown on ‘Service Animal’ Phonies
From miniature horses to “comfort rabbits,” we examine the vague and sometimes confusing laws surrounding the use of service animals in Hawai`i.
Souki Reprimands Hanohano, Threatens Removal of Chairmanship
The House speaker sent the Big Island lawmaker a letter calling her conduct unacceptable, disruptive and in violation of the House Code of Legislative Conduct.
UPDATE: Buoyancy Experiment Caused Waiakea High Lockdown
The lockdown was called after a school custodian found a bottle filled with water with what appeared to be metal inside.
Crumbling Asteroid a First, Astronomers Say
The Keck Observatory on Mauna Kea helped in the analysis of what scientists say is the first confirmed observation of an asteroid breaking up in space.
County Seeking Proposals for Garbage-Reduction Facility
The company chosen would finance the facility to be built near Hilo’s landfill; ownership of it is still be be determined.
Obama Budget Includes Hawaii Projects — and Fee Hike
Hawaii’s congressional delegation continues to seek an exemption for residents of Hawaii and Alaska from increasing aviation security fees.
Bill Authorizing Hemp Research Moves to House
The Senate has approved legislation allowing the University of Hawaii to do a two-year study of hemp, including its use as feedstock for biodiesel.
Astronomy Center Opens Doors on Family Day
KTA Superstores co-sponsors Family Day at Imiloa Astronomy Center, which is free and open to the public.
UH-Hilo Pharmacy School Dean Honored for Research
Dean John Pezzuto has been awarded the the 2014 Volwiler Research Achievement Award for his contributions toward natural product drug discovery.
Pot Decriminalization Falters Again, This Time in Senate
The effort to replace criminal with civil penalties for simple possession crossed over to the House in 2013, but couldn’t get out of the Senate this year.
Wintry Weather Shuts Down Mauna Kea Summit Road
Snow plows were unable to keep the road clear because of drifting caused by winds of more than 65 mph.
High Waves Close Some West Hawaii Beaches
Kahalu`u, La`aloa and Hapuna were closed for a second day, and a high-surf advisory was in effect until 6 p.m. today for west-facing shores of the Big Island.
Kenoi’s Proposed $412M Budget Largest in Six Years
The spending plan for the next fiscal year is the first one to surpass the budget the mayor inherited when he took office in 2008.
