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UPDATE: Flossie Weakens Slightly, Landfall Expected Monday Morning
Forecasters said Sunday morning they expect gradual weakening of the storm over the next 48 hours.
ANALYSIS: Gay Marriage in Hawai`i – Benefits Beyond Tourism
The longer legislators here postpone a decision on same-sex marriage, the more federal benefits same sex couples (and the Hawai`i economy at large) will be prevented from receiving.
Funding Problems to Close YWCA Pool Aug. 31
The pool that has been a recreation mainstay in Hilo for four decades is not bringing in enough revenue to stay open, YWCA officials said.
UPDATE: Engine Failure Forces Hard Landing for Tour Chopper
The Federal Aviation Administration said there were no immediate reports of injuries after the helicopter auto-rotated to the ground.
Funding Complete for New Interisland Cargo Terminal in Hilo
Hilo Harbor’s Pier 4 will provide an alternative to the existing interisland barge terminal and reduce congestion at the harbor’s other piers.
NASA’s ‘Rock Star’ Telescope Subject of Imiloa Talk
The project scientist for the Kepler Space Telescope will discuss its ground-breaking discoveries and assisting research by a Big Island observatory.
Low Numbers Force Kohala to Bow Out of Football Season
A mixture of low numbers and a rising forfeiture fee were factors in the decision to cancel Kohala’s football season.
State Taking Steps to Prevent Spread of Mosquito
Officials are concerned about the spread of the Aedes aegypti mosquito which can transmit dengue fever; the mosquito is already established on the Big Island.
UPDATE: One Charged in Connection with Gunshots Fired
Police said the incident that occurred late Monday night resulted in the arrest of five individuals, include two juveniles.
Kailua-Kona Group Unveils Plan for Village
Allowing sidewalk dining is among the goals in the five-year plan adopted by the Kailua Village Business Improvement District.
Humane Society Again Offering ‘Primp Your Pit’ Program
The campaign offers spaying or neutering of pit bull terriers and their mixes as well as a nail trim for a $20 fee.
Police Officer Wounds Kona Man Threatening Suicide
Police said the man was attempting to use a rifle on himself when he was shot by the officer in the shoulder.
County Looking to Continue LED Streetlight Conversion
As the cost of the new fixtures come down next year, the county will resume the replacement of old low-pressure sodium streetlights.
OPINION: Hidden Gems – Hawaii’s Little-Known New Laws
While the rest of the world celebrates a royal baby, we unwrap some little-known bundles of jargon.
Kailua-Kona Brush Fire Blackens 1,000 Acres, Nearly Contained
The fire prompted the temporary evacuation Saturday of 300 residents of two apartment buildings for several hours.
Libraries Getting More eBooks, Public Access Computers
The system is getting 600 new computers — including 171 for the Big Island — through a partnership of state agencies with help from the private sector.
Schools in Keaau, Pahoa Chosen for Digital-Based Learning Program
The program builds on successes like those seen at Keaau Elementary, where expanded use of personal computers has boosted test scores and attendance.
Little Chance of Cyclone From Low 850 miles SE of Hilo
The National Weather Service said the low-pressure system could bring some moisture to the state beginning with the Big Island Sunday night.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Carjacking Case Named
The arrest of the 19-year-old former Puna man came following an island-wide bulletin issued for the stolen car.
Purse-Snatching Reported Wednesday in Downtown Hilo
No one was injured in the incident that occurred on Haili Street at about 12:50 p.m.
