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Kenoi Attending Mayors’ Conference in Washington DC
Kenoi will be joining the state’s other four mayors and members of President Obama’s cabinet to discuss issues that affect municipalities.
Two Hilo Parks Getting New Playground Equipment
Installation will begin Tuesday at Waiakea-Uka Park and on Feb. 20 at Gilbert Carvalho Park; both parks will remain open during the construction activities.
Forest Service to Study Clear-Cut Puna Forest
The agency will do an analysis of the regrowth of a forest clogged nearly 30 years ago which resulted in the trees being chipped and sold to generate electricity.
OPINION: Forget More GE Tax – Let’s Tax THC
Taking a deep breath and relaxing restrictions on cannabis could pay off in big ways for the aloha state.
BLOG: Plastic Bag Ban Goes Into Effect … (We’re Not Exactly Sure When)
What constitutes a year “after” a date could dictate whether you carry your groceries home in your hands today.
Panaewa Zoo’s Popular Tiger Namaste Dies
County officials said the 15-year-old white Bengal tiger, which was by far the zoo’s most popular denizen, was euthanized this morning.
Big Island Teachers Become Nationally Certified
The partnership with Kamehameha Schools is boosting the certified teacher growth rate in Hawaii.
Pahoa Knocks Off KS-Hawai`i to End Losing Skid
Four Daggers scored in double-digits to lead Pahoa past Kamehameha-Hawai`i in an early regular season matchup.
Kenoi Asks Lawmakers for Highway, University Projects
The Big Island’s mayor appeared before key legislative committees to ask for a new College of Pharmacy building and a four-lane highway between Keaau and Pahoa.
BLOG: Souki Makes Pitch for More County TAT Money
The speaker of the House argued for a “greater partnership” between the state and the counties which provide much of the services that support tourism.
Approvals Given for Pahoa Park Plan and Funding
The $20 million first phase of the 56-acre expansion will include a covered multi-purpose court as well as new ball fields and restrooms.
ANALYSIS: Governor & Mayors – Where the Money Comes From
We examine the sources of top-level political donations for Hawaii’s political chief executives.
Humpback Whale Count Scheduled for Three Saturdays
Sites for the count, which takes place on the last Saturdays of the first three months of the year, include Kaena Point in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
UPDATE: Police Still Seeking Driver of Van Involved in Jail Escape
The blue Honda Odyssey van with “PUC” markings was stopped in traffic on Route 11 by a woman who had escaped from the Hale Nani Correctional Facility in Panaewa.
Remains Found in Unmarked Gravesite at Cemetery
The incomplete skeletal remains were found by workers digging a new burial site at Veteran’s Cemetery No. 2 in Hilo.
Target Offering Shoppers Free Credit Monitoring
The chain is offering the service in the wake of two data breaches that resulted in hackers obtaining financial and other information on 70 million shoppers.
2014 Hawaii Legislature Set for Opening Day
This year state lawmakers will welcome former legislators in observance of the 55th anniversary of statehood.
Cherry Blossom Festival Blooms in Waimea
The annual celebration honors the Japanese tradition of hanami, or “cherry blossom viewing party,” and honors two Waimea residents.
Illegal Rental of Kayak Draws Maximum Civil Fine
The state Board of Land and Natural Resources went undercover to arrest two Kona men for alleged illegal solicitation of customers at Kealakekua Bay.
Police Looking to ID Suspect in Attempted Bank Robbery
The man’s image was captured on video surveillance as he unsuccessfully tried to rob the Territorial Savings Bank on Makaala Street on Friday.
