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Kona Fish Farm Gets State Grant
Kampachi Farms, a marine aquafarm at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii in Kona, received a state high-tech development grant.
Mauna Kea Park Closing July 1 for Renovation
Hawaii County will be taking over control of the park on Saddle Road following an agreement reached with the state in March.
Sugar Rush: In Search of the Perfect Malasada
Move over, Leonard’s. Hawaii’s best malasadas are right here on the Big Island.
VOLCANO WATCH: Mauna Loa Showing Signs of Stirring
The massive volcano that dominates the southern part of the Big Island is revealing some activity similar to that seen prior to its last eruption in 1984.
Kawaihae Man Indicted in Murder of Kona Resident
Martin Frank Booth was charged with second-degree murder in the death of Robert Ryder, whose remains were found in March mauka of Puako Beach Drive.
Father’s Day Specials: All About the Beef
From half-off dinner specials to beefy buffet bargains, June 15 offers plenty of meaty options for Father’s Day.
Pahoa Emergency Room Moving Forward
The Puna Community Medical Center is looking to expand its health care options in the Puna District, a move supported by lawmakers during the recent session.
Second Lawsuit Filed Against County’s Anti-GMO Law
The latest lawsuit asks the US District Court on Oahu to overturn the Big Island law which restricts the growing genetically modified organisms.
New Kona Airport Fire Station Dedicated
The $17 million fire-fighting station is the second major new facility at Kona International Airport after last year’s completion of a new air control tower.
$5M Hilo Feed Research Lab Moving Forward
Construction of facility to be built at the UH-Hilo agriculture park in Panaewa could begin this year, an environmental study said.
Honomu Siren Mistakenly Sounds at 1:30 a.m.
Civil Defense Administrator Darryl Oliveira said the inadvertent 20-minute sounding prompted a few calls to authorities from concerned members of the community.
Search Called Off For Fisherman Missing in Puna
No sign of the missing Hilo man was found after four days of searching by the fire department and Coast Guard covering more than 900 square miles.
State Asks PUC to Approve Solar System Loan Program
The state is seeking PUC approval of a program designed to help more Hawaii residents afford photovoltaic systems.
Congress Seeks Private Health Care Options for Veterans
The bill follows a scathing audit showing long wait times for initial appointments at VA facilities, with veterans in Hawaii facing the longest at 145 days.
Legislature’s Math Woes Require School Budget Cuts
Gov. Neil Abercrombie said a discrepancy between the CIP budget and the bill authorizing bond sales will require trimming some school improvements.
Panel to Study Impacts of Sea-Level Change in Hawaii
Act 83 creates the inter-agency committee and also requires the Office of Planning to use the findings to coordinate a response to effects of climate change.
UPDATE: Still No Sign of Fisherman Missing in Puna
Fire department officials said the search will be conducted one more day at the request of the family of the Hilo man missing since Friday night.
Hilo’s Carter Selected in 24th Round of MLB Draft
Carter is the second Big Island athlete to be selected in this year’s MLB Draft, following Waiakea’s Kodi Medeiros, who was taken in Thursday’s first round.
Turtle-Watchers Reminded to Show Respect
State wildlife officials are reminding the public that both green sea and hawksbill turtles are protected by a variety of state and federal laws.
REVIEW: Pineapples – At Least They Got the Name Right
Despite a well-chosen title and killer location, Pineapples Fresh Island Cuisine attempts at culinary adventure is a rickety roller coaster.
