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Entries for 'News Release'
Tuesday, April 29, 2014 |
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Full Text: Taskforce Report Plans 'Refinery Closure Scenarios'
By News Release @ 12:01 AM :: 4567 Views :: Energy
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The Hawaii Refinery Task Force has completed its year-long study of the potential impacts of refinery closures....
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Monday, April 28, 2014 |
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$52.4M CIP for Public Housing Renovation, DHS IT Planning
By News Release @ 8:31 PM :: 4219 Views :: Hawaii State Government
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...Design funds for plans to modernize the case management system for the Social Services Division. The current system is approximately 25-years-old....
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Monday, April 28, 2014 |
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Ige Opposes Appointment of Kobayashi VP to HCDA
By News Release @ 5:47 PM :: 7979 Views :: Development, Small Business
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Ige said he would vote against confirming Brian Tamamototo permanently to fill a small-business seat of the Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA)....
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Sunday, April 27, 2014 |
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Duke Aiona, Elwin Ahu to Headline Maui Republican Rally May 3
By News Release @ 9:21 PM :: 4857 Views :: Republican Party
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University of Hawaii Maui College, Pilina Multi-Purpose Room 2nd Floor Saturday May 3rd, 2014 9:00am – Noon
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Sunday, April 27, 2014 |
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COFACAN: Advocates Plan Next Steps to Defend Healthcare Access
By News Release @ 5:24 PM :: 4083 Views :: Health Care
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We continue to advocate for the State of Hawai‘i to remove Basic Health Hawai‘i from Hawai‘i Administrative Rules and repeal Haw. Admin. Rules Chapter 17-1722.3....
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Saturday, April 26, 2014 |
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'Surveillance System' Looks at Hawaii Residents Sugary Beverage Drinking Pattern
By News Release @ 4:12 PM :: 4775 Views :: Hawaii Statistics, Health Care
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Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System for 38,978 adults aged 18 years or older from 6 states: Delaware, Hawaii, Iowa, Minnesota, New Jersey, and Wisconsin....
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Saturday, April 26, 2014 |
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The Kobayashi Group is not a “Small Business” as Defined by the HCDA Law
By News Release @ 3:16 PM :: 6289 Views :: Development, Small Business
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Kobayashi Group is in partnership with the Howard Hughes Corporation to build ONE Ala Moana, the ultra-luxury condominium being built above Nordstrom’s parking in Ala Moana....
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Saturday, April 26, 2014 |
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The Power of the Money Committees
By News Release @ 3:29 AM :: 4036 Views :: Hawaii State Government
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A quick glance at the table below, and you see how powerful the money committees are....
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Full Text: Hannemann Announces Campaign for Governor
By News Release @ 6:23 PM :: 4800 Views :: Politicians
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...without registered voters who take the time to participate in every election opportunity, we will continue to be ruled by tiny minority who do not share our values....
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Ige: Pay for Turtle Bay by Refinancing Hawaii Convention Center
By News Release @ 5:17 PM :: 6924 Views :: Environment, Development, Hawaii State Government
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"It would be an opportunity for us to within the existing resources acquire the easement." --Ige
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Analysis: 13% of Hawaii Bridges 'Structurally Deficient'
By News Release @ 4:15 AM :: 3850 Views :: Hawaii Statistics
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Hawaii has 144 structurally deficient bridges....
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Lawsuit: Students Ordered to Stop Handing Out US Constitution at UH Hilo
By News Release @ 2:58 AM :: 10126 Views :: First Amendment, Higher Education
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A student ordered by administrators to stop handing out copies of the U.S. Constitution at the University of Hawaii at Hilo has filed a lawsuit today in federal court....
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Djou: Cook Political Report has CD1 Moving Our Way
By News Release @ 1:31 AM :: 5435 Views :: Politicians, Republican Party
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Charlie Cook, a respected political journalist, ranks campaigns across the country. On April 17th, he moved his ranking of our race....
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Friday, April 25, 2014 |
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Volunteers Wanted to Investigate, Discipline Lawyers
By News Release @ 1:09 AM :: 4446 Views :: Judiciary
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The terms will begin on July 1, 2014 and last for three years....
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Thursday, April 24, 2014 |
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Solar Scammers Push Poll, Claim 94% Support Them
By News Release @ 7:40 PM :: 4104 Views :: Energy
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A new opinion poll sponsored by solar scammers argues that Hawaiian Electric (HECO) has a significant public image problem....
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Wednesday, April 23, 2014 |
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Evaluations? DoE Claims Principals' Arbitration Award "Aligns with DoE Goals"
By News Release @ 8:49 PM :: 5255 Views :: Education K-12, Labor
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Establishes a rewards and recognition program (RRP) for the last two years (sort of)....
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Wednesday, April 23, 2014 |
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DoE 2014 Graduation Dates
By News Release @ 7:16 PM :: 4072 Views :: Education K-12
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Graduation dates begin in May 18 with the ceremonies for Pahoa on Hawaii Island....
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Tuesday, April 22, 2014 |
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HB849 Will Compromise Civil Liberties
By News Release @ 11:03 PM :: 9042 Views :: First Amendment, Law Enforcement, Military, Second Amendment
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What will happen to our rights if a State of Emergency is declared?
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Tuesday, April 22, 2014 |
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Contradictory Responses on Hawaii Health Connector Investigation: Pat Saiki Calls on US House to Guide GAO
By News Release @ 5:02 PM :: 3603 Views :: Health Care
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Chairman Saiki sent the letter after State Senator Sam Slom last week received contradictory responses from GAO representatives....
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Monday, April 21, 2014 |
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$335M Airport CIP Released
By News Release @ 9:13 PM :: 3660 Views :: Hawaii State Government
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...Abercrombie today announced the release of more than $335 million for various capital improvement projects....
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Monday, April 21, 2014 |
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Parties Reach Agreement in Na Wai Eha Water Flow Case
By News Release @ 8:58 PM :: 7048 Views :: Maui County, Environment, Agriculture
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Under this agreement, more water will be returned to the streams of Na Wai ‘Eha, particularly to ‘Iao stream....
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Monday, April 21, 2014 |
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No New Taxes! Maui County Budget Hearing April 24
By News Release @ 3:58 PM :: 7428 Views :: Maui County, Taxes, TEA Party
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County Budget Hearing
April 24th, 6pm, County Council Chamber, Wailuku
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Sunday, April 20, 2014 |
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Cam Cavasso Launches Republican Campaign for US Senate
By News Release @ 2:46 AM :: 6890 Views :: Politicians, Republican Party
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Cavasso is a former three term state representative, business man, farmer, and financial advisor. Cam, a veteran, served as a US Army Captain....
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Sunday, April 20, 2014 |
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Historic Preservation: Public Denounces Amended Drafts of SB2633 and HB1678
By News Release @ 1:46 AM :: 5610 Views :: Development, Hawaii History
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...SB2633 SD1 HD1 and HB1678 HD1 SD1 attempt to amend the definition of “historic property” by exempting residential properties....
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Friday, April 18, 2014 |
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VIDEO: Big Island Hippie Guru Alleged Homosexual Child Molester, Boys Supplied by DHS
By News Release @ 6:06 PM :: 8695 Views :: Family
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VICE News speaks with several of Ram’s victims for the first time, many of whom came forward with accounts of sexual abuse, while charities and child welfare agencies continued to place children into Ram’s care....
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Friday, April 18, 2014 |
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Excluded from Speaking, Ige calls for Fairness at Hawaii Democratic Convention
By News Release @ 4:14 AM :: 4917 Views :: Democratic Party, Politicians
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“A Governor should welcome the opportunity to share the podium with all major office candidates, showing the party and Democrats across the state that we welcome all voices and views.”
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Thursday, April 17, 2014 |
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Health Connector Under Investigation--One More Reason to Defeat Abercrombie
By News Release @ 10:41 PM :: 4487 Views :: Health Care, Republican Party
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...Abercrombie spent $74 million of your tax dollars on building a website for his Health Connector....
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Thursday, April 17, 2014 |
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"What Are the Races to Watch in the Upcoming Election?"
By News Release @ 10:35 PM :: 3353 Views :: Politicians
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Tonight on INSIGHTS, PBS Hawaii: "What are the races to watch in the upcoming election?" Daryl Huff will moderate this discussion....
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Thursday, April 17, 2014 |
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Abercrombie Inks Turtle Bay Plan: Give Developers $48.5M, Let them Build Two Hotels
By News Release @ 10:15 PM :: 5606 Views :: Environment, Development
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Phase III is the middle portion of the property near the existing hotel where two additional hotels and amenities are planned....
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Thursday, April 17, 2014 |
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Caldwell releases quarterly road repaving progress report
By News Release @ 6:17 PM :: 3506 Views :: Honolulu County
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126 lane miles repaved through the first quarter of 2014....
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014 |
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Nakamoto Appointed Big Island Judge
By News Release @ 10:13 PM :: 4151 Views :: Judiciary
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If confirmed by the State Senate, Nakamoto will serve in office for six years....
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014 |
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Mayor Caldwell to hold a new round of town hall meetings around O‘ahu
By News Release @ 4:36 PM :: 3205 Views :: Honolulu County
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Caldwell and his Cabinet will visit Mililani, Waikîkî, Waimânalo, Ewa, and Nânâkuli....
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014 |
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Over 60 Staff Positions Vacant at Hawaii State Hospital
By News Release @ 3:44 PM :: 3582 Views :: Health Care
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The next hearing will convene on April 30th at 10 a.m., beginning with the testimony of Dr. Fridovich....
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014 |
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Obamacare Punches $150M Hole in ILWU Contract
By News Release @ 2:18 AM :: 7732 Views :: Jones Act, Labor
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...Negotiators this year could be asked to aim for a three-year contract that does not address health care in the hope that Congress would take action before 2018 to remove the Cadillac tax....
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Wednesday, April 16, 2014 |
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Tuesday, April 15, 2014 |
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Abercrombie votes more than 100 times in favor of higher taxes
By News Release @ 8:20 PM :: 4058 Views :: Politicians, Taxes
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As Abercrombie celebrates Tax Day, take a moment to review some research about the many ways he plotted to take more of YOUR money...
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Tuesday, April 15, 2014 |
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HCDA Restructuring Among Bills Landing on Abercrombie's Desk
By News Release @ 7:32 PM :: 4971 Views :: Development, Hawaii State Government
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HB1866 HD2 SD2 is one of a number of bills that originated in the House, was amended by the Senate, and now goes to the Governor for his review....
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Tuesday, April 15, 2014 |
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Genworth 2014 Annual Cost of Care Survey: At Home Care Costs Increase in Hawaii
By News Release @ 5:29 PM :: 3694 Views :: Health Care
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...the cost to receive long term care services at home in Hawaii through a home health aide increased over the past five years....
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Tuesday, April 15, 2014 |
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Full Text: Hawaii Ranks 8th in Wellbeing
By News Release @ 5:22 PM :: 4243 Views :: Hawaii Statistics, Health Care
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It includes topics such as physical and emotional health, healthy behaviors, work environment, social and community factors, financial security, and access to necessities such as food, shelter, and healthcare....
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Monday, April 14, 2014 |
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Now Hiring: Honolulu City Auditor
By News Release @ 6:30 PM :: 4052 Views :: Honolulu County
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The city auditor is seeking an auditor for the Office of the City Auditor. Duties and qualifications are noted as follows....
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Monday, April 14, 2014 |
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Freedom in the 50 States? Hawaii Ranks 47th
By News Release @ 5:55 AM :: 4154 Views :: Hawaii Statistics
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Hawaii has much room to improve. It scores poorly on all three dimensions of freedom....
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Sunday, April 13, 2014 |
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NFIB Recruiting Hawaii Small Business Leaders
By News Release @ 6:18 PM :: 4037 Views :: Small Business
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A perfect opportunity to get involved in the political process....
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Sunday, April 13, 2014 |
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Conference Committee: Let the Games Begin!
By News Release @ 3:05 AM :: 3550 Views :: Hawaii State Government
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Bullies get pushier; dealers posture; trouble-makers know just when and where to light the match....
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Saturday, April 12, 2014 |
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Hawaii Independent Party Unveils Logo, Seeks Candidates
By News Release @ 1:14 AM :: 5865 Views :: Politicians
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The party also announced that it is now accepting membership applications....
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Friday, April 11, 2014 |
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Sky's the Limit? Honolulu #1 City for Buying into Solar Hype
By News Release @ 5:00 PM :: 6308 Views :: Honolulu County, Energy, Hawaii Statistics
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Environment America (who?) released a new report: “Shining Cities: At the Forefront of America’s Solar Energy Revolution”....
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Friday, April 11, 2014 |
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Private Schools with Public Purpose
By News Release @ 2:04 PM :: 4652 Views :: Education K-12
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Participation in a robust summer learning program substantially reduces the achievement gap....
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Thursday, April 10, 2014 |
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Hawaii: More Mentally Ill in Jails than in State Hospital
By News Release @ 9:55 PM :: 8348 Views :: Health Care, Justice Reinvestment, Law Enforcement
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The two largest correctional facilities, in Honolulu and Waipahu, both hold more seriously mentally ill individuals than are held at Hawaii State Hospital....
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Thursday, April 10, 2014 |
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Auditor Updates Progress on Public Housing, Charter Schools
By News Release @ 3:22 AM :: 4956 Views :: Education K-12, Hawaii State Government
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The 2008 Legislature amended the Auditor’s governing statute to require follow-up reporting on recommendations made in various audit reports....
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Wednesday, April 9, 2014 |
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House passes over 150 measures on second crossover
By News Release @ 6:36 PM :: 4492 Views :: Hawaii State Government
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The majority of these bills, along with House bills passed by the Senate, will go into conference committees where House and Senate conferees will negotiate differences in the measures and determine which will be presented for final consideration....
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