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Finale of 2012 Merrie Monarch Fesitval
A week of Merrie Monarch Festivities concluded Saturday, April 14, with an exciting ʻauana hula competition and awards ceremony.
A Royal Parade
Hilo town shone brightly with vibrant hues, festive floats, gorgeous costumes and more at the 2012 Merrie Monarch Royal Parade.
First Axis Deer Shot as Eradication Effort Begins
A year after they were first discovered on the Big Island, a program is under way to eradicate axis deer considered a threat to ranching and agriculture.
Day 1 Results: Merrie Monarch 2012
The title of Miss Aloha Hula 2012 for the 49th Merrie Monarch Festival went to Rebecca Lilinoekekapahauomaunakea Sterling of Ka`ōhao (Lanikai), O`ahu.
Kona Fatality Isle’s Fourth Motorcycle Death in 2012
A Kona man died today of injuries sustained in a crash Wednesday night, marking the fourth motorcycle rider death so far this year.
Renovated Carvalho Park to Open Thursday
A ceremony will be held Thursday for the reopening of Gilbert Carvalho park after $890,000 worth of renovations.
Local Newspapers Begin Charging for Online Content
The Big Island’s two daily newspapers have begun a “metered” approach to charging to view articles on their websites.
A “Merrie” Craft Fair At Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium
This year from April 11 through April 14, citizens will get to peruse booth after booth of these man-made goods and products, to be featured during this year’s Merrie Monarch Festival.
Hawaii Gas Hits Record High; Hilo Close
The average price of gas in Hawaii hit a record high today, and Hilo’s prices aren’t far behind.
It Begins: Merrie Monarch Festival 2012
Every year this sold out event draws thousands of people to the Edith Kanakaʻole Tennis Stadium for a week of hula competition and connection to native culture.
Timing of Election Charter Amendment Questioned
The Hawaii County Council wrestled with the question of timing for a County Charter amendment barring Redistricting Commission members from immediately running for office.
Banyan’s Purchase OK’d, But May Take Awhile
The Hawaii County Council has authorized the county to begin negotiations to acquire land fronting a popular Kona surf spot, but the purchase must wait.
HELCO President Finds Himself on Hot Seat
Members of the County Council questioned Hawaii Electric Light Co. President Jay Ignacio on the costs and impacts to the utility from photovoltaic systems.
Dozens Vent About Geothermal Before Council
Opponents of new geothermal development show up and testify at what was supposed to be an informational meeting held by a County Council committee.
County to Buy Popular Kona Surfing Beach
The county wants to purchase a small section of Kona shoreline that is home to one of the area’s most popular surfing spots.
Groundbreaking Held for Low-Income Senior Rentals
A groundbreaking was held in Hilo Thursday for the Mohouli Heights Senior Neighborhood, 60-unit rental housing project designed for low-income seniors.
Kealakehe Site Chosen for New Kona Courthouse
Hawaii’s chief justice has chosen a location across the street from the West Hawaii Civic Center as the site for the new Kona courthouse.
Resorts, Others Going Dark Saturday for Earth Hour
A chain of resorts, including one in South Kohala, will join millions of people around the world Saturday celebrating Earth Hour 2012 with an hour of darkness.
New Community Centers Planned in South Kona
A longtime South Kona community advocacy group will use federal funding to construct community centers in Miloli‘i and Ho‘okena.
Veteran NPS Concessionaire Wins Volcano House Contract
A firm experienced in National Park Service concessions has teamed with a Hawaii hotelier to create a new company to operate the historic Volcano House.
