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Honoka’a High’s Washburn to Debut New Work October 27

October 17, 2012
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Honoka’a High’s Washburn to Debut New Work October 27

Gary Washburn, Jazz musician, composer, and director of Grammy-winning Honoka‘a High School Jazz Band for more than 30 years has a reputation nationwide as one of the best music educators in the business.  On Saturday, October 27, he will debut his original musical work, “Earth Life: October Full Moon” at Honoka’a Peoples Theater at 7 p.m. Essentially a jazz/fusion composition, the work includes various musical styles, including traditional and contemporary jazz, funk, pop, ethnic and in some passages, classical.   The performers will be Washburn, Alex Czerny, Doug Johnson and Noa Eads.   The seven-part suite…

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UH Sponsors E Waste Disposal in Hilo and Kona

October 17, 2012
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The University of Hawaii will offer free recycling of electronic waste from October 25 to October 27.  Residents may recycle old televisions, computers, and other electronic devices at University of Hawaii at Hilo and at Kealakehe High School from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00  p.m. each day. Additional items that could be recycled include keyboards, monitors, printers, scanners, copiers, wires, cables, cell phones, telephones, and other audio and video equipment.   They will not accept batteries, hairdryers, paper, styrafoam, microwaves, or household appliances.  There is a complete list of what can and cannot be recycled at these…

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Second Kona Meeting on Burglaries Set for October 18

October 16, 2012
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Police and members of the County Administration will hold a second informational meeting about the recent rash of burglaries and car thefts in the Kona area and other parts of Hawai’i County. The meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday (October 18) at the Konawaena High School cafeteria. This is a follow-up meeting to one held September 11.  At that meeting, Hawaii County Police provided names and photos of several suspects.  Within days, they had tips from the public that led to the arrest of several suspects. Hawaii County Police will talk about what…

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Puna Recovery Day Coming October 13

October 4, 2012
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Pohala I Puna  Recovery Day in Puna is set for Saturday, October 13.  The event will go from 10 a.m. til 5 p.m. at Kanaka ‘O Puna, the Old Police Station in Pahoa.   The event is to raise awareness about the many organizations and agencies that in Puna and the surrounding communities that assist individuals and families struggling with issues such as homelessness, teen pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse, teen smoking, hunger, psychological and mental health, and domestic violence.   The organizers are Men and Women of Pa’a, Positive Action Alliance, and they want…

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Lyman Museum Has Talk Monday About Hawaiian Hoary Bat

September 30, 2012
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Lyman Museum Has Talk Monday About Hawaiian Hoary Bat

Monday evening, Lyman Museum will host a talk about the Hawaiian Hoary Bat, and the public is invited. Thousands of years (and miles) removed from its North American ancestor, the Hawaiian hoary bat is one of only two endemic mammals and the only native land mammal in the Islands.  Listed as an endangered subspecies, it has its own fan website.  Monday at 7 p.m., USGS wildlife ecologist Dr. Frank Bonaccorso brings these tiny creatures out of the darkness and into the light, exploring the life and habits of `?pe`ape`a.  He’ll discuss their food habits, distribution…

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Residents Have Many Chances to Hear From Candidates

September 27, 2012
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There are a number of upcoming candidate debates and forums at which the public may learn about their candidates in more detail:   Monday, October 1, North Kohala Senior Citizens Non-Partisan Candidate Forum:  9 a.m., Kohala Senior Citizens Center (old courthouse in Kapa’au).  All candidates for this area have been invited including federal, state and county races and most have accepted.  Info:  Michael Sumja, coordinator and moderator (987-2653).   Monday, October 1, Mayor Candidates and County Prosecutor Candidates, 6 p.m. til 8:15 p.m., Kealakehe High School Cafeteria and broadcast live on LAVA 105.3 fm.  Candidates…

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Lingle Shares Vision, Talks Story about U. S. Senate Race

September 23, 2012
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Lingle Shares Vision, Talks Story about U. S. Senate Race

Former Governor Linda Lingle was the only candidate at a U. S. Senate Candidate Talk Story at Kealakehe High Sunday afternoon.  Lingle addressed more than 20 questions submitted by people in the audience and in advance to the talk story moderator, Sherry Bracken of LAVA 105.3 fm.  Issues ranged from tax reform to plans for keeping in touch to reducing the budget deficit.  She also addressed her key priorities if elected to the U. S. Senate. Lingle would be the first Republican to represent Hawaii in Congress  since statehood.  She pointed to her experience as…

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U. S. Senate Talk Story Sunday; Forums Set Islandwide

September 22, 2012
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There are a number of upcoming candidate debates and forums, starting Sunday, September 23, to help voters learn about candidates.   Sunday, September 23, U. S. Senate Candidates, Kealakehe High School, 2 p.m. til 3:30, and broadcast live on LAVA 105.3 fm.  Candidate confirmed:  Linda Lingle;  Candidate declined: Mazie Hirono   Monday, October 1, Mayor Candidates and County Prosecutor Candidates, 6 p.m. til 8:15 p.m., Kealakehe High School Cafeteria and broadcast live on LAVA 105.3 fm.  Candidates for Mayor,  Mayor Billy Kenoi and former Mayor Harry Kim, for Prosecutor, Lincoln Ashida and Mitch Roth.  Broadcast…

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Forum to Go On Despite Hirono’s Absence

September 20, 2012
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Forum to Go On Despite Hirono’s Absence

Please note:  none of the sponsoring organizations endorse any candidate, party, or platform.  The sponsors of the forums specifically provide the forums for education only.  The decision to continue with Sunday’s event, despite the possibility that one candidate may not attend, does not imply endorsement in any way, shape, or form. A statement from the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce, received Friday, September 21, 2012, which they asked us to append to this article: The views and opinions expressed in this invitation are strictly those of  Big Island News Center and its staff. They in no way reflect…

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State Senate and House Candidates Meet Tuesday Night

September 16, 2012
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The public is invited to a candidate forum for candidates for State Senate and State House on Tuesday, September 18 at Kealakehe High School.  The forum starts at 6 p.m. sharp, with Kealakehe High School selling food as a fundraiser starting at 5:15 p.m.    The public is invited to help Kealakehe High School by taking part in their fundraiser. Candidates for office include for State Senate District 3, Kona,  Senator Josh Green and Jeff La France; for State Senate District 4, North Kona through Waikoloa and Hamakua, Senator Malama Solomon and Kelly Greenwell; for State…

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Kona Chamber Candidate Forums Start Tuesday with State House, State Senate

September 13, 2012
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The public is invited to a candidate forum for candidates for State Senate and State House on Tuesday, September 18 at Kealakehe High School.  The forum starts at 6 p.m. sharp, with Kealakehe High School selling food as a fundraiser starting at 5:15 p.m.    The public is invited to help Kealakehe High School by taking part in their fundraiser. Candidates for office include for State Senate District 3, Kona,  Senator Josh Green and Jeff La France; for State Senate District 4, North Kona through Waikoloa and Hamakua, Senator Malama Solomon and Kelly Greenwell; for State…

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Police Nab One Burglar–Again–Still Looking for Others

September 12, 2012
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Police Nab One Burglar–Again–Still Looking for Others

Captain Richard Sherlock said Wednesday that police had arrested Joshua Watan, who had previously been arrested in late August,  but was out on bail.  However, they’ve nabbed him again for various offenses.  Police have not yet released details of the arrest nor the charges. Police  are still asking for the public’s help in locating five individuals who have outstanding warrants or who are wanted for questioning.  Sherlock and Captain Chad Basque released their names and photographs at the community meeting Tuesday night at Konawaena High School where they provided an update on the rash of…

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Police to Hold West Hawaii Burglary, Car Theft Update Tuesday

September 9, 2012
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Police to Hold West Hawaii Burglary, Car Theft Update Tuesday

Hawaii County Police will hold an informational meeting about a recent rash of car thefts and burglaries in West Hawaii on Tuesday evening, September 11, starting at 6:30 p.m.   The meeting will be at the Konawaena High School cafeteria.   Police and members of the Hawaii County administration will conduct the meeting.   We’re very concerned about this recent spike in crime,” said Mayor    Billy Kenoi. “Police will be available to update the community on their  investigation, how to make you home less vulnerable to burglary and how to help police catch these people.”  …

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