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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.
Police Say Wanted Hilo Man Armed and Dangerous
Keahi Calvin Sale is wanted on outstanding warrants that don’t allow release on bail, and for questioning in other unrelated investigations.
Opening Held for College of Hawaiian Language Building
The bi-lingual blessing marked the official opening of the college’s new building which consolidates operations previously scattered across the campus.
Fire Destroys Puna Home, Elderly Occupants Injured
Fire department inspectors are trying to determine the cause of the fire that destroyed the home on Opeapea Street, also known as Road 7, in Hawaiian Acres.
Park Pipe Replacement a Steamy Subject
A project to replace a water main to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory is providing new temporary steam vents along Crater Rim Drive.
Ka`u Physician Appointed to Fill Coffman’s House Seat
Dr. Richard Creagan, like Big Island Sen. Josh Green, is an emergency room physician as well as a farmer who has also served as an educator and researcher.
New Hawaii Plant Pest: Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle
State agriculture officials are warning the public to be on the lookout for the palm predator, which so far has only been found on Oahu.
Like Year Before, Big Island Was Dry in 2013
For the past two years, only a single rain gauge on the Big Island has reached the average amount of precipitation.
Vote Precursor to Study of Geothermal Health Effects
The Windward Planning Commission voted to hire a claims adjustor who will consider the funding of interim projects as well as a comprehensive health study.
Fire Damages Home in Puna Subdivision of Hawaiian Beaches
The fire department is investigating the cause of the fire centered in a bedroom of the home on Nehu Street.
