UA women fall Nov 15, 2008
The Wildcats lost 64-63 to Toledo on Friday in the Bank of Hawaii Classic in Hilo, Hawaii. Freshman Naama Shafir hit two free throws with 4 seconds left to give Toledo the win. (AZCentral -- Sports)
In a First, Astronomers Report Viewing Planets of Other Suns Nov 14, 2008
Then, on July 9, while taking the United flight from San Francisco to Hilo, Hawaii, he discovered what looked like a second planet lurking in the data on his laptop computer. That suggested he had found a planetary system and not just a single world. (Washington Post -- Technology)
UH women's basketball team fills staff Nov 14, 2008
The Rainbow Wahine open the season against Loyola Marymount tomorrow in Hilo as part of the Bank of Hawaii Invitational ... The Rainbow Wahine open the season against Loyola Marymount tomorrow in Hilo as part of the Bank of Hawaii Invitational. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Wildcats Ink Two for 2009 Class Nov 14, 2008
We could not be happier to have Davellyn joining the Arizona family, said Arizona head coach , who begins her first season in charge of the Wildcats on Friday against the University of Toledo at the Bank of Hawaii Invitational in Hilo, Haw. She s a scorer number one, but she s also a great defender. (Pac-10.org)
Hawaii keeps touted Chad Lopati at home Nov 14, 2008
Hilo, Hilo High School Scouts Grade: 40. Warriors grab Jordan Loeffler. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Waiakea and Hilo High Students compete in international Robotics contest Nov 13, 2008
In a joint effort, Waiakea, Hilo High, and Nawahi Schools formed the East Hawaii Robotics team and sent nine students to compete in a Micro Robot Maze contest in Nagoya, Japan on the 9th of November, 2008, with aid from HELCO, C erators, EHRA, University of Hawaii College of Engineering and Waiakea High Staff ... Waiakea had six entries and Hilo had two entries ... Waiakea had two entries and Hilo had one among 10 entries. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Biodiesel firm seeks thousands of acres Nov 13, 2008
HILO, Hawai'i A company that wants to use eucalyptus or other biomass to produce millions of gallons of diesel fuel on the Big Island is seeking leases on up to 37,000 acres of state land ... The company has been looking for land to grow eucalyptus in Ka'u, Hamakua, North Hilo and Waimea ... The state Board of Land and Natural Resources on Friday will consider whether to approve, in principle, a 50-year lease covering up to 37,000 acres of state land to SunFuels mostly in the Mana Road area of... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Warner is first-team Daktronics Far West Region All-Star Nov 13, 2008
Forwards Jill Jensen, Saint Martin's Natasha Belak-Berger, UC San Diego Adele Letro, Hawaii Hilo ... Defenders Vanessa Butin, Hawaii Hilo Stefanie Wright, BYU-Hawaii Traci Cicerchi, Notre Dame de Namur. (Wwuvikings.com)
Bone marrow donor drives to be held in Hilo this month Nov 12, 2008
Hilo Family Fun Fair. Mooheau Park Bandstand (across Farmer's Market in Downtown Hilo). (Honolulu Advertiser)
Bank repos Air Kauai helicopters Nov 12, 2008
Last month, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters said it was laying off 20 employees, including pilots and ground crew, at its operations in Waikoloa and Hilo on the Big Island and in Kahului, Maui. Most of the affected employees worked parttime. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Hilo boys' Web videos catch Hollywood's eye Nov 11, 2008
Two teen boys from Hilo start with creating comedic videos for friends and graduate to starring on the silver screen ... There weren't any paparazzi and Restaurant Row isn't Grauman's Chinese Theatre, but for two guys from Hilo, last night's world premiere of "Ryan and Sean's Not So Excellent Adventure" was still beyond their wildest imagination ... Two teenagers don't know what to do with their free time after school (they live in Hilo, after all). (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii Calls to feature both live and rare audio and video performances Nov 11, 2008
These audio and video performances gleaned from actual audio and video recordings and will feature Alfred Apaka, Lani Custino, Webley Edwards, Hilo Hattie, Haunani Kahalewai, Benny Kalama, Ed Kenny, Charles Miller, Beverly Noa, Ponce Ponce, Boyce Rodrigues and others. "One of the most exciting aspects of this concert is the opportunity to see some very rare, and seldom seen, audio and video footage of actual HAWAII CALLS performances from yesteryear," smiles White. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Marijuana fight still priority Nov 11, 2008
HILO, Hawai'i Big Island County police and federal authorities say they will continue enforcing marijuana laws despite the passage of a ballot initiative making it the lowest priority for law enforcement. Voters approved the measure 34,957 to 25,464 in last week's election. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii gas drops 10 cents over weekend Nov 11, 2008
in Hilo on the Big Island, regular unleaded sold for an average $3. 14 a gallon, down 15 cents from $3. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Western qualifies men's and women's teams for NCAA II Nationals Nov 9, 2008
Cross Country - Western Washington University Vikings. Men place third, women fifth at West Regional. (Wwuvikings.com)
Big Island police chief disputes marijuana initiative is law Nov 8, 2008
HILO, Hawai'i Hawai'i County police and federal authorities say they will continue enforcing marijuana laws on the Big Island despite the passage of a ballot initiative making it the lowest priority for law enforcement. Voters approved the measure 34,957 to 25,464 in Tuesday's election. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Kokua Line: Vog poses little threat away from Big Isle Nov 7, 2008
In July, the state convened an interagency task force in Hilo to address the hazards of volcanic emissions and to develop strategies to mitigate the effects on public health and agriculture ... In July, the state convened an interagency task force in Hilo to address the hazards of volcanic emissions and to develop strategies to mitigate the effects on public health and agriculture. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Lingle, Aiona heading to Asia to promote Hawaii Nov 7, 2008
In addition, Lingle and Aiona will meet with Asian airline officials to seek new air service and increases in the number of flights and/or seats from key Asian cities to Hawai'i's international airports in Honolulu, Kona and Hilo. They will also strengthen opportunities to expand business investments and partnerships, with a specific focus on renewable energy. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii Legislature will consider Kahana Valley eviction issues Nov 7, 2008
Hilo resident Matthew Von Gogh, who was born and raised in Kahana Valley, showed his support recently for six families who were facing eviction. ADVERTISER LIBRARY PHOTO | Oct. 26, 2008. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Voter voices Nov 5, 2008
Kent Fox Age: 65 Home: Hilo Occupation: Artist Voted for: Angel Pilago Why: I think his policies may be more in line with my interests ... Melissa Taylor Age: 36 Home: Hilo Occupation: Clerk Voted for: Billy Kenoi Why: He s been in law before, and he helped a family member of mine ... Asked by Rod Thompson at Hilo High School. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Hawaii voters say who they picked for president and why Nov 5, 2008
"There are too many things that they overlooked, and the economy is hurting because of that right now," said Ching, a pawnbroker who lives in Hilo. "We need a change, and nothing is going to change the way it is. Some of the people are actually starving. It's sad.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Koppenberg named GNAC Player of the Week Nov 4, 2008
Koppenberg, a senior from Everett (graduate of Everett High School), shot a final-round 8-under par 64 to take medalist honors at the University of Hawaii Hilo Dennis Rose Invitational Golf Tournament. Koppenberg, who completed the fall portion of the 2008-09 season with a 69. (Wwuvikings.com)
Rainbow Warriors hold off Vulcans 72-70 Nov 3, 2008
Hawaii-Hilo's John Smith missed a 22-foot 3-point try as time ran out, and Hawaii-Manoa held on for a 72-70 win in an exhibition college basketball game Sunday at the Stan Sheriff Center ... Manoa led by 14 with 7:53 left, but Hilo battled back and led 68-67 on DeMaestri's free throw with 3:17 left to cap a 4-point play ... Bryan Ngo added 14 points for Hilo and Smith scored 13. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Tiny frog sets off big alert in Kailua Nov 3, 2008
Lately, the coqui population on Haw 00004000 aii has grown so large that anything moving from Hilo can be a pathway for the invasive species, Cravalho said. Lanikai resident Enos said her husband has heard more coqui calls in Kailua since the Lanikai frog was captured. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Kamehameha, Hawaii Baptist earn top seeds in state volleyball tournament Nov 3, 2008
Defending state champion Hawai'i Baptist (16-2) is seeded first in Division II. Seeded second is Moloka'i (11-2), followed by Kapolei (16-0) and Hilo (16-2) ... 4 Hilo (16-2) vs. Seabury Hall-Kailua winner, 5 p.m.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Waiting, hoping for a lifeline Nov 3, 2008
Nov. 15: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Mo'oheau Park Bandstand in Hilo, Hawai'i. Nov. 21-22: 5-10 p.m. Nov. 21, and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 22, Edith Kanaka'ole Tennis Stadium in Hilo. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Doctor battles back from injury Nov 2, 2008
"We were able to fly him directly out of Waimea Airport that night." Normally, he would have been transported to Hilo or Kona, and he would not have survived another 40 minutes, she said ... "We were able to fly him directly out of Waimea Airport that night." Normally, he would have been transported to Hilo or Kona, and he would not have survived another 40 minutes, she said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
DFS to lay off 130 Hawaii workers Nov 1, 2008
Among other companies that cater mostly to Hawai'i tourists, Maui Divers laid off 11 of its 600 employees, Hilo Hattie filed for bankruptcy reorganization and numerous hotels have cut staff. The layoffs at DFS represent about 16 percent of the roughly 800 people it employs in Hawai'i, and affect hourly workers and salaried management. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hawaii AIG offices embark on food drive Oct 31, 2008
In a letter to AIG Hawaii policy holders, Campaniano also invited customers and the public to help by dropping off nonperishable food donations at designated AIG Hawaii offices, Restaurant Row, Pearl City and Kunia Wal-Mart on O'ahu and Neighbor Island AIG offices in Kahului, Hilo and Lihu'e. In addition, AIG Hawaii's eight credit union partners, with a combined 33 branches, will also be contributing to the food drive through employee contributions and by serving as collection points for public... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Republic Airways 3Q profit declines Oct 31, 2008
By early next year, Mokulele expects to expand the service to Kahului, Maui, and Hilo on the Big Island. Republic Airways Holdings owns , and , offering 1,200 flights daily to 99 cities in 34 states, Canada, Mexico and Jamaica through airline services agreements with six U.S. airlines. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Western picked fourth in GNAC Coaches Poll Oct 31, 2008
" Another transfer is Samantha Nordstrom (5-8, Jr., Redmond, WA), who averaged 9.6 points and 3.6 rebounds last season at Hawaii Hilo. Bruce signed two players from the JC ranks - A.J. Hawk (6-1, Jr., Ontario, OR) from Walla Walla CC and Alissa Brasel (6-1, Jr., Pasco, WA) from Edmonds CC. Hawk was a two-year starter at Walla Walla, averaging eight points and 6.2 rebounds per game in her sophomore season. Brasel played two seasons at Edmonds, averaging 16.1 points and 11.2 rebounds in 2003-04... (Wwuvikings.com)
AIG Hawaii launches food drive Oct 30, 2008
On the Neighbor Islands, donations can be made at AIG offices in Kahului, Hilo and Lihue. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Congress members' break is busy one Oct 27, 2008
As he has done for years, Inouye will take part in the traditional Democratic Party rally at Mo'oheau Bandstand in Hilo on election eve. Inouye will leave Hawai'i a few days after the election to lead a Senate delegation to China as part of an exchange program with the National People's Congress, China's legislative body. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Mauna Kea gets first snow Oct 27, 2008
HILO, Hawaii (AP) -- Snow fell atop Mauna Kea for the first time this season over the weekend, but it melted two hours later. About an inch fell Saturday morning, leading the Mauna Kea Weather Station to issue a 5:32 a.m. advisory that the road to the summit was closed. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Great road trips snake throughout Alaska, rest of US Oct 26, 2008
Try the Hilo Bay Cafe in the Waiakea Shopping Center. It will be dark on your drive back to Kona through Waimea. (Anchorage Daily News)
Racism and prejudice linger in Hawaii, says chief justice Oct 26, 2008
A federal agency found in 2004 that the Hilo High School administration failed to address its coaches' use of abusive, racially charged language, mishandling students and threatening a parent ... A federal agency found in 2004 that the Hilo High School administration failed to address its coaches' use of abusive, racially charged language, mishandling students and threatening a parent. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Registration begins Monday for Lanai axis deer hunt Oct 26, 2008
Full details and information for the Axis deer hunting season are available on the Internet at and all Division of Forestry and Wildlife Offices at the following telephone numbers: Lana'i: 808-565-7916; Maui: 808-984-8100; Hawai'i: 808-974-4221 (Hilo); Moloka'i: 808-553-1745; Kaua'i: 808-274-3433; and O'ahu: 587-0166. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
MAUNA KEA CROWNED WITH SNOW Oct 26, 2008
This view from Hilo shows an inch of early snow atop the dormant volcano this morning. TIM WRIGHT | Special to The Advertiser. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hilo Hattie has new Waikiki lease Oct 24, 2008
The company, which filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this month, reached an agreement over an amended lease for the 29,000-square-foot space at the Royal Hawaiian Center with landlord , Hilo Hattie CEO Ted Nelson said in a news release. The new store, to be called Hilo Hattie at the Beach, will introduce a new contemporary concept for the 45-year-old Hawaiian-themed retailer and feature an expanded selection of apparel and other products from new and current vendors, the company... (Pacific Business News, HI)
NASA Invites Reporters to Tests of Moon Tools in Hawaii Oct 24, 2008
The tests will take place Thursday, Nov. 13, starting at 9 a.m. HST outside Hilo, Hawaii ... The Pacific International Center for Exploration Systems, or PISCES, headquartered at the University of Hawaii, Hilo, will host the tests ... Location: Hilo, HI, US. (NASA Watch)
Western ranked No.2 In Far West Region Oct 23, 2008
Women's Soccer - Western Washington University Vikings. Head Coach Travis Connell. (Wwuvikings.com)
Early voting kicks off in Hawaii Oct 22, 2008
The Hilo Elections Division early vote site has all ballot types ... Elections Division, Hilo Iron Works Building, 1266 Kamehameha Ave., No. A-1, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through 00003E85 Saturday. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lava envelops Royal Gardens home Oct 20, 2008
Sunday, October 19, 2008. We've got everything in our. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Big Island to vote on marijuana use Oct 20, 2008
HILO, Hawai'i Police would have to back off from their pursuit of marijuana users and small growers under a Big Island measure on the ballot Nov. 4. The proposed amendment to county code would make adult personal use of marijuana the lowest priority for law enforcement, and it would prohibit the county from accepting federal money to eradicate the drug on the Big Island. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Average Hawaii gas price falls to $3.89 Oct 18, 2008
In Hilo, the average price was $3 ... Hilo's average price was 63 cents a gallon higher than a year earlier. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Man wanted for probation violation on Big Island Oct 18, 2008
Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call CrimeStoppers at 808-961-8300 in Hilo or 808-329-8181 in Kona. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Letters for Thursday, October 16, 2008 Oct 16, 2008
Hawaii County Council member Brenda Ford, District 7, has requested Acting Mayor Dixie Kaetsu to declare a state of emergency for the Windward side of the County of Hawaii and to request Gov. Lingle to deploy the Hawaii National Guard to assist HDOA and the honey beekeepers of East Hawaii to locate feral bee colonies in the Hilo and Keaukaha areas ... It has been five weeks since the first varroa mite was found in Hilo. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Our endorsements in Big Island legislative races Oct 15, 2008
In House District 1 (North Hilo, Hamakua, North Kohala), Democrat Mark Nakashima is squaring off against Republican Steven Offenbaker for the open seat ... In House District 3 (Hilo, Kea'au, Mountain View), incumbent Clift Tsuji, a Democrat, is running against Republican Deidre Moana Tavares ... Tsuji, a retired senior vice president of Central Pacific Bank and former vice president of Hilo Candy Co., also has a solid business background that will help during these tough economic times. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Raiatea Helm to perform at Kunia Wal-Mart on November 2 Oct 15, 2008
11:00 a.m. - Hilo Wal-Mart. Sunday, November 2. (Honolulu Advertiser)
On the Trail Oct 15, 2008
Oct. 14, Hilo, Hilo H.S.Scouts Grade: 40. Warriors grab Jordan LoefferOffensive lineman Jordan Loeffer has committed to play for in-state Hawaii. (ESPN -- Recruiting)
Missing woman's car found at bottom of cliff Oct 14, 2008
A car belonging to a missing 33-year-old Hilo woman was found at the bottom of a 120-foot cliff in Hakalau, Big Island police said yesterday ... Police took the vehicle back to the Hilo police station for processing ... Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call Detective Norbert Serrao at 961-2383 or 935-3311 or call CrimeStoppers at 961-8300 in Hilo or 329-8181 in Kona. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Bankruptcy squeezes retailers vendors Oct 14, 2008
PBN file photo Customers make a purchase at Hilo Hattie's Nimitz Highway location ... Last spring, around the time Hilo Hattie was sold by its founder to a group of California investors, the company asked many of its vendors if it could put its past due bills on a payment plan that stretched out for as long as four years ... Several local business owners told PBN that they had no hint that a bankruptcy filing was imminent, and some said that Hilo Hattie executives have not been in touch since... (Pacific Business News, HI)
Hawaii average gas prices drop below $4 Oct 14, 2008
in Hilo on the Big Island, regular sold for $4 a gallon, down 37 cents from a month ago, while diesel was $4. 84 a gallon, down 38 cents from a month ago; and. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Unbowed by bankruptcies, Peter Savio keeps on going Oct 13, 2008
Ltd., which owns the former sugar lands south of Hilo, put it back on the market for $6. 5 million. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Maui company uses noni as cancer treatment Oct 11, 2008
But since 2005, the company has set itself apart from the competition by pouring much more of its profits into cancer drug research, including the purchase last year of a production plant in Hilo. Just last month, the company received approval to enter the China market. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Hawaii gas prices drop 13 cents this week Oct 11, 2008
in Hilo on the Big Island, unleaded sold for $4. 10 a gallon, down 28 cents from a month ago, while diesel was $5. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Census Bureau to begin recruiting Hawaii workers Oct 10, 2008
Recruiting and testing sessions also will be held on both sides of the Big Island in Hilo and Kailua, Kona ... Oct. 16, 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m. at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, 1373 Kilauea Ave., Hilo. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Obituaries for Tuesday, October 7, 2008 (1127) Oct 10, 2008
Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary Inc., Hilo Branch. Reader Tributes. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Big Island man charged in murder Oct 8, 2008
Big Island police charged a 31-year-old man in the shooting death of another man at Puhi Bay near Hilo Sunday ... At 9:07 a.m., officers found 33-year-old Cameron Mauga of Hilo with a gunshot wound to the chest ... He died at Hilo Medical Center. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Koppenberg places fifth in medalist play at Grand Canyon Fall Invitational Oct 8, 2008
The Vikings have a three-week break before competing in the University of Hawaii Hilo Invitational on Oct. 27-28 ... The Vikings have a three-week break before competing in the University of Hawaii Hilo Invitational on Oct. 27-28. (Wwuvikings.com)
Palliative care crucial to humane end of life Oct 7, 2008
The report, issued by the Center to Advance Palliative Care, includes the all-too-short hospital roster: Hilo Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, The Queen's Medical Center, Hawaii Medical Center East, Straub Clinic and Hospital, Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawai'i State Hospital and Moloka'i General Hospital. This leaves out Kaua'i and Maui hospitals entirely. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Input urged on Makua Valley Oct 7, 2008
Wednesday, Aunty Sally Kaleohano's Luau Hale in Hilo, Hawai'i ... Hard copies can be viewed at the Hawai'i State Library, as well as the Wahiawa; Wai'anae; Pearl City; Hilo; Kailua, Kona; and Thelma Parker Memorial public libraries. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Atlas Insurance Appoints Russell Park as Senior Vice President, Client Con Oct 7, 2008
Today, Atlas represents more than 40 local and national insurance companies with offices in Honolulu, on the Island of Hawaii in Hilo, Kamuela and Kona, and on the Island of Maui in Wailuku. For information, visit its website at. (Honolulu Advertiser)
HMAA offering members free flu vaccinations Oct 7, 2008
Oct. 18: Hilo: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. ... Oct. 04 (Sat) 01 (Sat) E. Puainako St. (Hilo) 10 a.m. 4 p.m.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
What the Heck? Do that voodoo that you do so well Oct 6, 2008
There are no yachts at the Hilo Yacht Club ... That didn't prevent 200 Hilo folks from filling the place last Sunday, all for a benefit for the Lyman Museum, in celebration of the 175th anniversary of David and Sarah Lyman's arrival in Hawaii ... The missionary Lymans arrived in Hilo in 1832, from Bedford, Mass. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
