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    Slain woman was former Big Island high school rodeo standout  Jul 4, 2009
    HILO The woman found shot to death in her Puna home Tuesday was a former high school rodeo standout who was well known in Big Island horse and rodeo circles. The slaying of Kaycee M. Smith, 21, of Orchidland Estates was called "shocking" by Al Cabral, president of the Hawaii Horse Owners Association. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Alaska Airlines Inaugurates Portland-Maui Service  Jul 4, 2009
    Alaska Airlines Vacations offers a full line of vacation packages for travel to the islands of Oahu, Kauai, Maui and the Big Island of Hawaii. Packages include air transportation, hotel accommodations, ground transportation and tours. (PR Newswire)

    What slump? 100% of buyers stay committed to Trump hotel  Jul 3, 2009
    Ingwers said Trump, which currently has hotels in Chicago, Las Vegas and New York, aims to attract to Waikiki the kind of guests accustomed to some of the higher-end luxury resorts on Maui and the Big Island. Room rates will be competitive with some of the other luxury properties in Waikiki, including the neighboring oceanfront Halekulani, the Royal Hawaiian Hotel and the , which charge $300-$395 and $650-$670 for standard and oceanfront rooms, and up to $1,440 for two-bedroom suites. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Hawaii hotel rates, occupancy drop  Jul 3, 2009
    Big Island occupancy fell 11. 8 percentage points to 60. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Kaiser Permanente Hawaii debuts mobile health vehicle  Jul 3, 2009
    The first-of-its-kind, 45-foot long, 10-wheel vehicle will be used on the Big Island to help patients by providing traveling services ... The Mobile Health Vehicle is scheduled to begin service on the Big Island the third week of July. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Faulty indicator caused Hawaiian Air jet to make emergency landing in Hilo  Jul 2, 2009
    "It got a little noisy when they made the announcement (on the PA), but that's to be expected," said Big Island flier Marc Hashimoto. lect> Add your comment (max {maxchars} characters) You must be logged in to leave a comment. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii's cheapest cruise sails into sunset  Jul 2, 2009
    The Superferry was Hawaii's first passenger-car service with plans to serve Oahu, Maui, the Big Island and Kauai. Now, the only interisland passenger service is by air. (MSNBC -- Travel)

    Modified taro varieties ignite farmers' fears  Jul 1, 2009
    The Big Island passed a similar bill in November ... The Big Island passed a similar bill in November. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    BofA forecloses on Sheraton Keauhou  Jul 1, 2009
    filed a foreclosure lawsuit against the owner of the 521-room leasehold Big Island hotel in January, alleging Koa Hotel LLC owed some $60 million. The hotel will be sold on July 31 at Hale Halawai in Kona, according to attorney Kenneth Marcus, who was appointed commissioner in the case. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Hawaii death linked to H1N1  Jul 1, 2009
    The department said cases of H1N1 hhave been identified on Oahu, Maui, Kauai, the Big Island and Molokai. A total of 545 cases have been confirmed in Hawaii since May 5. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Thousands rally against Hawaii furlough plan  Jul 1, 2009
    Toni Reynolds, a 47-year-old second-grade school teacher from Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, said she was the only working member of her family. Her husband, a contractor, is having a tough time finding jobs, and her son is headed for college, she added. (Anchorage Daily News)

    WEED WHACKERS  Jul 1, 2009
    69 million in stimulus money to the Kohala Watershed Partnership as a coastal restoration grant to improve conditions at the Pelekane Bay watershed on the Big Island. NOAA received $167 million in stimulus funding and today announced the selection of 50 high-priority projects that will support more than 5,000 jobs and help restore American shorelines. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Fed to send $8 million to Hawaii health centers  Jun 30, 2009
    The funds are being distributed to health centers on Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and the Big Island ... The funds are being distributed to health centers on Oahu, Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Lanai and the Big Island. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Hawaii businesses smile at thought of dentist convention  Jun 30, 2009
    The ADA will offer post-meeting continuing-education courses at Marriott resorts on Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. All courses take place from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., leaving you plenty of time for the afternoon sun, reads the ADA Web page. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Destroyer-of-bees mite escapes quarantine on the Big Island  Jun 29, 2009
    The varroa mite parasite that's been killing bees across the country is spreading on the Big Island, threatening local fruit and macadamia nut industries ... Garnett Pruett, the owner of Captain Cook Honey, one of the largest honey producers on the Big Island, said he expects the bug to spread all over the island ... The state tried to contain the bug to Hilo, where the first Big Island specimen was found. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Negligent-homicide case closed with death of wrong-way driver  Jun 29, 2009
    The Medical Examiner's Office said Remington was a resident of Keaau on the Big Island ... The Medical Examiner's Office said Remington was a resident of Keaau on the Big Island. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    For the Record  Jun 28, 2009
    P.O.N.Y., Bronco (ages 11-12) Hawai'i Region State Tournament, Makakilo-Kapolei vs. Windward, 8 a.m.; Maui vs. Lihue, 10:30 a.m.; Kona vs. 'Aiea, 1 p.m.; Hilo vs. KAC, 3:30 p.m. Games at Boys and Girls Club of the Big Island ... Maui-Lihue loser vs. Kona-'Aiea winner, 8 a.m.; Makakilo-KapoleiWindward loser vs. Hilo-KAC winner, 10:30 a.m.; Makakilo-KapoleiWindward winner vs. Maui-Lihue winner, 1 p.m.; TBA vs. TBA, 3:30 p.m. Games at Boys and Girls Club of the Big Island ... At Boys Club of the... (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Bee parasite spreading on the Big Island  Jun 27, 2009
    Friday, June 26, 2009. We've got everything in our. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Kim advances to Publinx championship  Jun 27, 2009
    Former Big Island resident Kimberly Kim won both of her matches today at the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links Championship to advance to tomorrow's championship ... Former Big Island resident Kimberly Kim won both of her matches today at the U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links Championship to advance to tomorrow's championship. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Hawaii tourism down 6.9% in May not as bad as past 10 months  Jun 27, 2009
    Carey noted that Maui and the Big Island have been hard hit by big drops in visitors and spending, especially missing the East Coast market. Like Vieira, he's heard the fallout from corporations and organizations fearful of creating a bad impression with a meeting in an "exotic" destination like Hawai'i. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    UH lands defensive ends  Jun 27, 2009
    "Sometimes I go to Maui or the Big Island. I hunt with dogs. That's one of my main workouts.". Friel and Tuaau both participated in the recently completed UH Big Man's Camp for offensive and defensive linemen. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii visitors, spending down in May  Jun 26, 2009
    The Big Island saw a 10. 4 percent decrease in visitors to 91,224. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Consolidated Resorts files for Chapter 11  Jun 26, 2009
    Its Hawaii resorts include the Imperial Hawaii in Waikiki and the Kona Islander on the Big Island and seven Maui resorts: Sands of Kahana Vacation Club, Kahana Beach Resort, Hono Koa, The Gardens at West Maui, Kahana Villa Resort, Maui Beach Vacation Club and Maui Banyan Vacation Club, according to its Web site. The received a prepared statement from Consolidated, which stated the company had to file bankruptcy because the lending environment has made it impossible to continue this company. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Hawaii school wins national surfing title  Jun 26, 2009
    The team roster featured students from O'ahu, Kaua'i and the Big Island. "We all know each other from surfing, so it was cool to work as a team," Kelia said. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Swine flu pervasive but danger minimal, says Dept. of Health  Jun 26, 2009
    The tally last week showed four cases on the Big Island, three on Kauai, three on Maui and the rest on Oahu ... The tally last week showed four cases on the Big Island, three on Kauai, three on Maui and the rest on Oahu. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Kono out, Kim advances at Publinx  Jun 26, 2009
    Former Big Island resident Kimberly Kim won both her matches today of Canadians 2 and 1 ... Former Big Island resident Kimberly Kim won both her matches today of Canadians 2 and 1. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    The Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungal...  Jun 25, 2009
    The Best Eco-Friendly Luxury Resort and Spa on Hawaii's Big Island. Extravagant and eco-friendly, the award-winning Mauna Lani Resort is renowned as one of the best luxury vacation destinations on the Big Island of Hawaii ... The Mauna Lani Resort is nestled in the Kohala Coast towards the northwest corner of the Big Island of Hawai i, USA. The resort grounds occupy thirty oceanfront acres including 4. (Suite101.com)

    Unions take their case to the public  Jun 25, 2009
    On the Big Island, Toni Reynolds, who has taught elementary school there for six years, says she is handing out the cards and hoping they will make an impact ... On the Big Island, Toni Reynolds, who has taught elementary school there for six years, says she is handing out the cards and hoping they will make an impact. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Funds give green light to electric-car operation  Jun 25, 2009
    Drivers would not have to wait for a recharge, making it especially convenient for the Big Island, where someone would not be able to travel from one side of the island and back on a single charge. renting batteries. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii: It's a blast.  Jun 24, 2009
    You'll see and feel reminders of this almost everywhere during your trip to Hawaii Island, which most locals call the Big Island ... You can see for yourself how Pele's lava is building the Big Island if you visit now ... The first of these eruptions has been spilling lava across the southern part of the Big Island since 1983, swallowing roads, homes and even entire towns. (AZCentral -- Travel)

    Insider's Hawaii  Jun 24, 2009
    This trip with my mother which we began on Oahu before hopping to Maui and the Big Island was my first to the islands in three years, and I found myself relaxing with each familiar monument we passed, no matter how unexceptional. At the same time, each new building felt like an assault, a reminder that another once-barren piece of land had been gobbled up before I was even able to appreciate it. (Concierge.com)

    Hotel deals: Rent a room, get a Maserati  Jun 24, 2009
    Hilton has a "50 Years of Aloha" special, offered through Dec. 20 at four Hilton properties in Hawaii: Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island, Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa in Waikiki, Doubletree Alana Hotel Waikiki, and Grand Wailea Resort Hotel and Spa on Maui ... The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on the Big Island is offering a $1,000 resort credit good for anything that can be charged to the room. (AZCentral -- Travel)

    Affordable hotels on the Big Island  Jun 24, 2009
    If you want to spend less than $200 a night and prefer small inns to big resorts, try Waimea Gardens Cottage in the northern town of Waimea, aka Kamuela, or the Kilauea Lodge in the park-adjacent southern village of Volcano. WAIMEA GARDENS COTTAGE. (AZCentral -- Travel)

    Union files grievance over violence at Hawaii State Hospital  Jun 23, 2009
    Davis was 14 in 2001 when he stalked, sexually assaulted and killed a 6-year-old girl in an abandoned home in a Big Island subdivision. Davis admitted the killing in 2005, the same year he was committed to the state hospital and later escaped from the facility after getting angry at a nurse. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Ba-Le moves on to its second course with new plant, brand  Jun 23, 2009
    Ba-Le now has 16 stores on Oahu, four on Maui, and one in Kona on the Big Island. Lam operates the Ba-Le shop on the campus in Manoa, while the rest of the stores are franchises owned mostly by relatives and former employees. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Warriors get 5th recruit  Jun 23, 2009
    Sierra said he has harbored a dream of playing for the Warriors since competing in a Pop Warner game on the Big Island about 10 years ago. He scored two touchdowns in that game. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii paying nearly twice market rate for solar power  Jun 22, 2009
    Under that deal, Hoku is supplying less than 1 megawatt of capacity on state facilities on Maui, the Big Island and Kaua'i. Jim Whitcomb, owner of Haleakala Solar in Pu'unene, said he balked at bidding on the initial, large 12-megawatt contract won by SunPower. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Reviving economy will require unity among all sectors  Jun 22, 2009
    At the Hawaii Science and Technology Council meeting last week, one local company imparted that a project it was developing on the Big Island had been stopped when its investors pulled back because of what happened to 221. This is only one of many such stories. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii charter school panel orders Waters of Life to close  Jun 21, 2009
    The state's Charter School Review Panel has revoked the charter of Waters of Life Public Charter School on the Big Island, the first school ever to be placed on probation and subsequently closed by the governing body of the state's independent public schools ... Attorneys for the troubled Big Island school say they are seeking an injunction against the panel and its recent decision. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii unemployment jumps to 7.4% in May  Jun 21, 2009
    "No one is hiring at all," said David Sampley, a journeyman plasterer on the Big Island who has been seeking a job for four months. "I've been calling friends that do similar trades, and they're looking for work, too. They just mention how lucky I am to get unemployment (benefits).". (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii hotel room prices falling  Jun 20, 2009
    Big Island occupancy dipped 2 percentage points to 51. 7 percent, while room rates fell 12. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Letters for Friday, June 19, 2009  Jun 20, 2009
    I also served as Director of Personnel Services on the Big Island under Mayors Herbert Matayoshi and Dante Carpenter. Our right to vote for the people who are responsible for running local government is too important to give up by letting the council do it for us. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)

    Hawaii's jobless rate up to 7.4% in May  Jun 20, 2009
    On the Big Island, the rate rose from 4. 9 percent to 10. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Pilots say they have Island Air deal  Jun 19, 2009
    A spokesperson for Island Air, which flies between Honolulu and the islands of Molokai, Lanai, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island, could not confirm a contract had been signed but said the company may issue a statement Friday. The pilots contract became amendable in November 2007. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Health calendar  Jun 19, 2009
    KUPUNA CONNECTIONS, Kapi'olani Community College television series for Hawai'i seniors and their families; topics include "high-tech seniors," adult daycare, keeping brains healthy, assisted living facilities, volunteer opportunities, wheels on wheels and respiratory tips; 4-4:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays; through Aug. 14, Channel 55, on O'ahu, Kaua'i and Big Island; 734-9469. AMERICAN RED CROSS monthlong classes, including single or combined classes in first aid, CPR and AED for adult, infants and... (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Suspect in knife attack sued by estranged wife  Jun 19, 2009
    HILO, Hawai'i A Big Island man who has been charged with murdering his 14-year-old son and unborn child in a knife attack is being sued by his estranged wife. Cheryl-Lyn Vesperas filed lawsuits last week against Tyrone Vesperas in 3rd Circuit Court on behalf of herself and her late son, Tyran Vesperas-Saniatan. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Motorcycle fatalities outpacing last 2 years  Jun 18, 2009
    Besides the 11 on Oahu, six have occurred on the Big Island and four on Maui ... For example, on May 31, Thomas Reimer, 36, and his 7-year-old son, Thomas Jr., were killed in Pahoa on the Big Island after a sedan driven by a 21-year-old man struck them as the driver made a left turn ... Besides the 11 on Oahu, six have occurred on the Big Island and four on Maui. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Cargo carrier loses Hawaii mail routes  Jun 18, 2009
    Alpine carried mail to Molokai, Lanai, Lihue on Kauai and Kamuela on the Big Island. Corporate Air of Billings, Mont. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    State confirms 100 new swine flu cases, bringing total to 298  Jun 18, 2009
    There were no new cases on the Big Island, which has confirmed four cases. The first cases of swine flu in Hawaii were confirmed May 5. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    More of this story  Jun 18, 2009
    "Stacy lived in Hawaii for the last 20 years on the Big Island, and died of a stroke on Jan. 14 of this year," Stevens explained. "She was President of the Hawaiian Chapter of Habitat for Humanity, and she was a big inspiration for the Shelby High School Class of '83 to keep in touch. She was always helping others," Stevens recalled. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)

    100 new swine flu cases in Hawaii  Jun 18, 2009
    The breakdown by island of those testing positive for swine flu since the first cases were reported on May 5 are:Oahu, 288; Big Island, 4; Kauai 3, and Maui 3 ... The breakdown by island of those testing positive for swine flu since the first cases were reported on May 5 are:Oahu, 288; Big Island, 4; Kauai 3, and Maui 3. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Hawaii flu cases close to 300  Jun 18, 2009
    The Big Island, which has four cases, did not report any new cases this week. Most have recovered or are recovering from the illness. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Juniors set bar high in plotting future course  Jun 18, 2009
    Posted on: Wednesday, June 17, 2009. By Advertiser Staff Writer. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Kim gains U.S. Women's Open  Jun 17, 2009
    Former Big Island resident Kimberly Kim had four birdies on the back nine to win the U.S. Women's Open sectional qualifier in Santa Cruz, Calif ... Three-time Big Island Interscholastic Federation champ Britney Yada, who just graduated from Waiakea, shot 83-84. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Lawyer's work opened OHA voting  Jun 17, 2009
    She said the challenge to the OHA Hawaiians-only balloting "was John's idea. He saw the issue and looked for the plaintiff." Her former husband, Big Island kamaaina rancher Harold "Freddy" Rice, signed on ... She said the challenge to the OHA Hawaiians-only balloting "was John's idea. He saw the issue and looked for the plaintiff." Her former husband, Big Island kamaaina rancher Harold "Freddy" Rice, signed on. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Target picks up Bubble Shack products  Jun 17, 2009
    Bubble Shack products will also be available in the Target store opening next month in Kona on the Big Island. The company was started in 2006 and features natural and organically made products. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Backhoe, generator stolen from Big Island baseyard  Jun 17, 2009
    Tuesday, June 16, 2009. Breaking News/Updates. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Marines prepare for Afghanistan in Waimanalo "village"  Jun 16, 2009
    Before they leave for Afghanistan, Osburn and the more than 900 Kaneohe Marines belonging to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, will be participating in numerous battle drills and combat scenarios at Kaneohe Bay, Waimanalo, Pohakuloa Training Area on the Big Island and the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, Calif ... Before they leave for Afghanistan, Osburn and the more than 900 Kaneohe Marines belonging to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Marine Regiment, will be... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    PIAA Big Island Standouts - 2010  Jun 16, 2009
    Roughly 100 prospects took part in last weekend's PIAA Big Island Combine, held at Kamehameha's Big Island campus just outside Keaau. Here's a breakdown of the day's top '10 competitors. (BeaverFootball.com)

    New gas taxes arrive just as Hawaii prices start to jump  Jun 16, 2009
    It will easily add 15 cents per gallon, said Al Gustavson, president of , which has 14 Shell and Tesoro stations on Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. That s huge when you factor in everything else. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Honolulu, Windward CC chancellors named  Jun 16, 2009
    Dykstra is presently the vice chancellor for academic affairs at Hawaii Community College on the Big Island. He replaces Angela Meixell, who is leaving the college for another job. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Pixantrone Overview in Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma to be Presented at 2009 Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference  Jun 16, 2009
    The conference will be held from June 22-26, 2009 at the Fairmont Orchid hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii. 2009 Pan Pacific Lymphoma Conference Pixantrone Presentation: Monday, June 22, 2009 June 22-26, 2009 The Fairmont Orchid 1 North Kaniku Drive Kohala Coast, Big Island, Hawaii 96743 Media Contact: Dan Eramian T: 206. (PR Newswire)

    Kauai, Big Isle hotels hurting  Jun 6, 2009
    Hotels on Kauai and the Big Island are suffering double-digit drops in occupancy ... 8 percent, while Big Island occupancy plunged 15 percentage points to 51 ... 3 percent to average $176 a night, while Big Island rates were off 8. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Project looks to put drug on ice  Jun 6, 2009
    Charles Schwab, founder and chairman of the Charles Schwab Corp., and his wife, Helen, part-time Big Island residents, are funding the Hawaii program, but the goal is to make it self-sustaining, Adams said ... Charles Schwab, founder and chairman of the Charles Schwab Corp., and his wife, Helen, part-time Big Island residents, are funding the Hawaii program, but the goal is to make it self-sustaining, Adams said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    2 teens arrested in Konawaena High theft; most of football jerseys recovered  Jun 6, 2009
    Big Island police have arrested two teens in last week's theft of football jerseys from Konawaena High School. One of the suspects is a senior and football player at Konawaena, said interim athletic director Chelsea Qualey. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Oil imports up 6.7% in 1st quarter  Jun 6, 2009
    Young Brothers said Pasha's entry would create an "unlevel playing field" because the company wants to serve the Honolulu to Hilo and Kahului routes while ignoring smaller markets such as Moloka'i, Lana'i and Kawaihae on the Big Island. Pasha Hawaii filed an application with the PUC in March to provide service between Honolulu, Kahului and Hilo using its 579-foot ship the Jean Anne. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    More »  Jun 6, 2009
    Members and backers of the Hawaii Meth Project include a range of business, civic and community leaders from Honolulu, Kaua'i, Maui and the Big Island. It is funded by a grant from the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii gas prices up 11 cents this week  Jun 6, 2009
    In Hilo on the Big Island, regular unleaded sold for an average $2. 91 a gallon, up 9 cents from last week and up 35 cents from a month ago. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    PUC grants Young Brothers' request to intervene in Pasha case  Jun 5, 2009
    Young Brothers said Pasha's entry would create an "unlevel playing field" because the company wants to serve the Honolulu to Hilo and Kahului routes while ignoring smaller markets such as Moloka'i, Lana'i and Kawaihae on the Big Island. Pasha Hawaii filed an application with the state Public Utilities Commission in March to provide service between Honolulu, Kahului and Hilo using its 579-foot ship the Jean Anne. (Honolulu Advertiser)

     Big Island waterfalls make a splash  Jun 5, 2009
    Falling in love with Big Island cascades. Article:Falling in love with Big Island cascades:/g/a/2009/06/05/alohafriday060509 ... DTL Article:Falling in love with Big Island cascades:/g/a/2009/06/05/alohafriday060509. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)

    50,000th solar hot water system installed  Jun 5, 2009
    The program debuted on Oahu, Maui and the Big Island 13 years ago ... HECO has nearly 80 solar contractors on Oahu, Maui and the Big Island it authorizes to install the solar systems. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Kona man, 25, dies after crashing his motorcycle  Jun 5, 2009
    A 25-year-old Big Island man was killed last night in Kona after apparently losing control of his motorcycle ... He was the Big Island s 12th traffic fatality, compared with 11 at the same time last year ... A 25-year-old Big Island man was killed last night in Kona after apparently losing control of his motorcycle. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Old-style Hawaii Tourism Authority junket pulls new media  Jun 5, 2009
    Note to bloggers who want to visit the Big Island: There is no Internet access in the Thurston Lava Tube ... Lu was wrapping up a week-long blitz of Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Testing guidelines for swine flu revised  Jun 5, 2009
    Of the total, two are on the Big Island ... Of the total, two are on the Big Island. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Hawaii's swine flu tally rises by 33 cases  Jun 4, 2009
    The Big Island had two cases and a Maui resident became ill and was briefly hospitalized with the influenza on the mainland ... The Big Island had two cases and a Maui resident became ill and was briefly hospitalized with the influenza on the mainland. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Lychee lovers can celebrate fruit, surplus harvest at Big Isle lodge  Jun 4, 2009
    This month, Hawaii Island Retreat at Ahu Pohaku Ho'omaluhia, a sustainable wellness retreat on the north side of the Big Island, in Kapa'au near Hawi, is home to a contemporary version of those lychee-admiring sessions ... 9 a.m.-noon June 27, 250 Maluhia Road, Kapa'au, Big Island: lychee picking, music, pupu, beverages, tours. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii H1N1 total surpasses 100  Jun 4, 2009
    There are are a total of 112 cases on Oahu; 2 on the Big Island and one on Maui. Hawaii residents with questions about H1N1 flu can call (866) 767-5044 ext. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Hawaii hotels offers great (and bizarre) deals  Jun 3, 2009
    The Hilton is giving away money in its 50 Years of Aloha special, offered through Dec. 20 at all four Hilton properties in Hawaii: Hilton Waikoloa Village on the Big Island, Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort n Waikiki, Doubletree Alana Hotel Waikiki and Grand Wailea Resort Hotel n Maui ... The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on the Big Island is offering a $1,000 resort credit to be used for anything that can be charged to the room. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)

    Father, son, 7, killed in car-cycle accident  Jun 3, 2009
    Big Island Motorcycle Accident Claims Father and Son ... The fatalities were the 10th and 11th on the Big Island this year, compared with 11 at the same time in 2008 ... Big Island Motorcycle Accident Claims Father and Son. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Abandoned assets worth millions go unclaimed  Jun 3, 2009
    Or call (808) 586-1589 for Oahu; 974-4000 on the Big Island; 274-3141 on Kauai; 984-2400 on Maui; 1-800-468-4644 ext. 61589 on Lanai and Molokai. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Satele moving up to front line  Jun 3, 2009
    Two Neighbor Island residents Mana Silva of the Big Island and Kenny Estes of Kaua'i are listed as the top two safeties. They will be challenged by Aaron Brown, a heralded safety from Saddleback Community College in Mission Viejo, Calif. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Hawaii hotels 64% full in April  Jun 2, 2009
    Big Island occupancy slid 4. 4 percentage points to 54. (Pacific Business News, HI)

    Father and son killed in Big Island motorcycle accident  Jun 2, 2009
    A 36-year-old Big Island motorcyclist and his 7-year-old son were killed when their motorcycle was struck by a sedan in Pahoa Sunday night on Ainaloa Boulevard ... This is the 10th and 11th traffic fatality on the Big Island this year compared with 11 at this time last year ... A 36-year-old Big Island motorcyclist and his 7-year-old son were killed when their motorcycle was struck by a sedan in Pahoa Sunday night on Ainaloa Boulevard. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    No fast hotel recovery seen  Jun 2, 2009
    Monday, June 01, 2009. We've got everything in our. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)

    Young Bros. a gauge of economy, and it's weak  Jun 1, 2009
    Pasha wants to serve the Honolulu to Hilo and Kahului routes while bypassing smaller markets such as Moloka'i, Lana'i and Kawaihae on the Big Island. Allowing Pasha to "cherry pick" the most profitable routes will hurt customers and business that depend on regular service, Young Brothers said. (Honolulu Advertiser)

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