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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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Democrats Quit Selling 'Rally Time', Allow Case to Speak
By Ed Case @ 9:11 PM :: 4130 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The Party rescinded its paid rally time policy today, offering Case an opportunity to address the Convention on Saturday afternoon....
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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The Hawaii (D)ividing Party
By News Release @ 9:04 PM :: 5002 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"Nowhere in this exchange did any candidate or the party address how their agenda will benefit the people of Hawaii."
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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"Sarah Palin" tops list of Hawaii Dems Tired and Irrelevant Responses
By News Release @ 7:20 PM :: 4529 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"We have seen this erratic behavior increase to an irrational level...."
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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"Invasive" Algae Targeted for Eradication in Kona May Treat Arthritis
By News Release @ 4:13 PM :: 7652 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment
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"I think this finding is a nice illustration of how we need to look more deeply in our environment because even nuisance pests, as it turns out, are not just pests," said Gerwick.
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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Census Details Social, Economic, and Housing Characteristics of Hawaii Population
By News Release @ 4:05 PM :: 4507 Views :: Energy, Environment
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87.6% of Samoan households were family household, ranked #1 among all the race groups, followed by Filipino at 82.8%, and Native Hawaiian at 77.1%....
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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Hawaii Republicans Seek Legislative Candidates
By Nacia Blom @ 3:58 PM :: 5401 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Because of reapportionment, all 76 House and Senate seats are up for election in 2012. The Hawaii Republican Party wants YOU to help us fill those seats....
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Friday, May 25, 2012 |
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Kaleikini v Yoshioka: Rail Project in 'Grave' Danger
By Robert Thomas @ 1:23 AM :: 12014 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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The Hawaii Supreme Court just concluded oral arguments in Kaleikini v. Yoshioka and it does not look good for the City and the State....
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Thursday, May 24, 2012 |
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Hawaii had the Sixth Lowest Rate of Injury Deaths in U.S.
By News Release @ 9:28 PM :: 6384 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Hawaii scored a Seven out of 10 on Key Indicators of Steps States can take to Prevent Injuries....
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Thursday, May 24, 2012 |
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Lingle Files Papers to Run for Senate
By News Release @ 7:26 PM :: 6111 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"I'm asking the people of Hawaii for their support in this election because I'm the only candidate who knows what this election is really about. It's about us," added Gov. Lingle.
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Thursday, May 24, 2012 |
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HECO Signs Another Biofuel Contract
By News Release @ 4:12 PM :: 6868 Views :: Energy, Environment
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No mention of the cost ....
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Thursday, May 24, 2012 |
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Ginai Live Concert at George Fontaine Campaign Kickoff
By News Release @ 2:39 PM :: 9202 Views :: Kauai County, DHHL, Energy, Environment
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The dinner and concert will be held on Friday, June 8th at Mulligan’s on the Blue (100 Kaukahi St. Wailea, HI 96753) starting at 5:30pm.
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012 |
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Akaka Bill: Rep. Cole speaks to community, business leaders
By News Release @ 6:50 PM :: 13068 Views :: Hawaii County , Akaka Bill, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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He said he doesn’t see any differences between Native Hawaiians and Native Alaskans and American Indian tribes....
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012 |
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Abercrombie: Only Hawaii Union Contractors May Bid on State Jobs
By News Release @ 4:14 PM :: 7212 Views :: Energy, Environment
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From now on, every major state project will only employ union workers....
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012 |
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Oral Argument Preview: Can The Honolulu Rail EIS Be Segmented?
By Robert Thomas @ 3:01 PM :: 7810 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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That's the question the Hawaii Supreme Court will consider this Thursday, May 24, 2012, when it hears oral arguments in Kaleikini v. Yoshioka ....
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Wednesday, May 23, 2012 |
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Crabbe Announces New Leadership Team at OHA
By News Release @ 1:00 AM :: 5823 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The six-member team is anchored by former OHA controller Aedward Los Banos, who has been elevated to chief operating officer....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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Lingle Endorses Bipartisan Startup 2.0 Act
By News Release @ 8:58 PM :: 7249 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...create new types of visas, one allowing foreign students who obtained graduate degrees in math, science and other related fields to stay in the United States, and another for immigrant entrepreneurs who grow jobs and create companies here....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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Law of the Sea Treaty Transfers Trillions from US to Jamaica
By Heritage Foundation @ 6:39 PM :: 10790 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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Article 82 requires the United States to forfeit royalties generated from oil and gas development on the continental shelf beyond 200 nautical miles...many billions, if not trillions of dollars, would go to the International Seabed Authority, a new international bureaucracy created by the treaty and based in Jamaica....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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New Poll: Case 46%, Hirono 45%
By Ed Case @ 4:52 PM :: 6322 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Among the most likely voters, Case enjoys a 46%-45% lead with 9% undecided. His lead increases with larger Democratic primary voter turnout....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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Hawaii Reapportionment Case: Motion For Preliminary Injunction Denied
By Robert Thomas @ 2:47 PM :: 5774 Views :: Energy, Environment
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...just issued by the three-judge district court denying the motion for preliminary injunction. More to come....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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Rep. Barbara Marumoto will not be running
By News Release @ 2:08 PM :: 9528 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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Rep. Barbara Marumoto will not be running in the 2012 election....
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012 |
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UH Board of Regents swears in new members
By News Release @ 12:47 PM :: 4126 Views :: Energy, Environment
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John Dean, Benjamin Kudo and Tom Shigemoto begin their terms as regents July 1. A fourth incoming regent, Jeffrey Acido, will be sworn in at a later date. His term also begins July 1.
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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Hawaii Congrressional Delegation: How They Voted May 21, 2012
By Congress.org @ 11:50 PM :: 7499 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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“Obama” Budget Resolution - Vote Rejected (0-99, 1 Not Voting) ....
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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HPU Agrees to Host Thursday Case-Hirono Debate, but Mazie Refuses
By Ed Case @ 4:35 PM :: 9332 Views :: Energy, Environment
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U.S. Senate Candidate Ed Case today accepted an invitation from Hawaii Pacific University to sponsor a substitute debate with his Democratic opponent, Congresswoman Mazie Hirono, this Thursday, May 24....
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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Most Important Historical Sites Remain in Rail Suit
By Selected News Articles @ 4:03 PM :: 8820 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment
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...our most important sites Chinatown, Aloha Tower, Dillingham Building, Native Hawaiian burials, etc., all remain in play....
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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Maui Judicial Conference Threatened in Wake of GSA Scandal
By Selected News Articles @ 3:52 PM :: 11943 Views :: Kauai County, DHHL, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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More blowback from Dan Inouye's campaign supporter ....
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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Servicemembers Law Center Weighs in on Hawaii Reapportionment
By Selected News Articles @ 3:31 PM :: 8624 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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...the Census counts human beings, regardless of their eligibility to vote....
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Monday, May 21, 2012 |
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Rep Tom Cole Speaks out on Akaka Bill
By News Release @ 2:53 PM :: 6072 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"Particularly on the issue of native Hawaiian self-governance, having someone who can understand and talk to both sides is important and Linda Lingle is the right one to do that for Hawaii. All indigenous issues take bipartisan support."
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Sunday, May 20, 2012 |
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Complete List of 2012 Hawaii School Graduation Dates
By News Release @ 3:56 PM :: 6823 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Dates, times, and locations for public school graduation ceremonies statewide....
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Sunday, May 20, 2012 |
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Although Tax Credits Discussed, None Approved
By Lowell L Kalapa @ 5:13 AM :: 6040 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Although there were numerous proposals to either adopt new tax incentives or tax credits during the 2012 legislative session, none passed.
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Solar Tariffs May Hurt Hoku, Topple Chinese Companies
By Selected News Articles @ 10:45 PM :: 11633 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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The Chinese government will almost certainly retaliate. A most likely target will be the American suppliers of crystalline silicon to Chinese PV manufacturers and semiconductor industries. If this happens this likely puts Hoku Scientific at risk ....
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Djou: The Future of NATO
By Rep Charles Djou @ 10:00 PM :: 13398 Views :: Maui County, Education K-12, Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics, World News, Family
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As someone who has served both as a Member of Congress and as a soldier under NATO command in Afghanistan, I have a unique perspective on NATO’s role and future....
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Federal Court Hears Redistricting Challenge
By Selected News Articles @ 2:12 PM :: 5780 Views :: Energy, Environment
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McKeown noted that finding in favor of Thomas' first claim — that the actual population should be used — would merely redistribute people on existing maps and be less disruptive than requiring a new set of maps....
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Lingle Salutes Armed Forces Day
By Gov. Linda Lingle @ 1:42 PM :: 8348 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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"On this day, we extend our sincere gratitude for their selfless dedication."
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Hawaii Democratic Party Attacks Long-Time Akaka Bill Advocate
By News Release @ 1:26 PM :: 7143 Views :: Energy, Environment
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...the state Democrat Party leadership released statements attacking Congressman Cole; statements which are surely an embarrassment to their own Democrat elected officials who have worked with and know the Congressman as a friend to Hawaii....
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Duke Aiona: I Remain Open to Future Run for Office
By Lt Gov Duke Aiona @ 12:43 AM :: 7065 Views :: Energy, Environment
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People often ask if I plan to run for elected office again, and I'm deeply humbled by their confidence in me. I have not made a decision about returning to public service, but remain open to the idea....
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Saturday, May 19, 2012 |
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Flags to Fly at Half Staff for Sen Wadsworth Yee
By David S Chang @ 12:01 AM :: 9435 Views :: Energy, Environment
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Yesterday the Hawaii Republican Party lost one of their Giants....
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Friday, May 18, 2012 |
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Census Releases More Data About Hawaii
By News Release @ 1:46 AM :: 5856 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The U.S. Census Bureau released the 2011 National, State and County population characteristics on May 17, 2012. The following are a few facts about Hawaii....
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Friday, May 18, 2012 |
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After 10 Months, HSTA Finally Rests Labor Board Case
By News Release @ 1:36 AM :: 5458 Views :: Energy, Environment
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"We appreciate HSTA finally concluding its case as these hearings have been a distraction."
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Friday, May 18, 2012 |
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Supreme Court Continues to Grapple with Constitutionally Protected Native Hawaiian Practices
By Robert Thomas @ 12:13 AM :: 5720 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The only limit on the privilege in the text of the constitution is "the right of the State to regulate such rights."
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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SB2424: Veto the PEO Bill
By Sen. Sam Slom @ 5:54 PM :: 6906 Views :: Energy, Environment
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... the two largest PEO's lobbied successfully for the passage of a PEO bill....
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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NOAA Reminds Hawaii -- Delicious Turtles Still Protected
By News Release @ 3:26 PM :: 5622 Views :: Energy, Environment
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“We want to remind the community that all sea turtles are still protected, and that both State and Federal consequences apply to anyone harming a green sea turtle,” said DLNR Chairperson William J. Aila, Jr....
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Enron Figures Buy Up Hawaii Windfarms
By News Release @ 2:14 AM :: 6280 Views :: Energy, Environment
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CGEI Wind is jointly owned by Good Energies and Champlin Windpower, LLC and is lead by Mike Cutbirth. Mike was formerly head of Global Finance for Zond Corporation and Enron Wind and served 4 years ....
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Navy Biofuel Purchases Banned by House
By Selected News Articles @ 1:54 AM :: 9080 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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In its report on next year’s Pentagon budget, the House Armed Services Committee banned the Defense Department from making or buying an alternative fuel that costs more than a “traditional fossil fuel.” It’s a standard that may be almost impossible to meet ....
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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ACLU Sues to Force Prison Marriages on DPS
By News Release @ 1:36 AM :: 5576 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The ACLU is seeking an immediate court order that will affirm the Plaintiffs’ right to get married....
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Wednesday, May 16, 2012 |
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Lingle Birthday to be Celebrated Statewide
By News Release @ 1:09 AM :: 5698 Views :: Energy, Environment
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In celebration of her 59th birthday, Governor Linda Lingle will be honored by supporters at Birthday Bash events on the Big Island, Maui, Kauai and Oahu....
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012 |
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State DoH Loots $2M from Kona Water Bottler
By News Release @ 3:22 PM :: 5344 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The state originally imposed a fine of more than $5 million … Health officials say the water didn't pose any immediate or significant risks.
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012 |
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Hawaii Health Exchange Will Take Place of Your Insurer
By Selected News Articles @ 2:02 PM :: 8893 Views :: Energy, Environment, National News, Ethics
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For a family of four, premiums on even one of the lower priced "silver" options could still cost more than $15,000 annually on the exchanges....
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Tuesday, May 15, 2012 |
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Hawaii Reapportionment Commission: U.S. Military, Military Families and Students Don't Count
By News Release @ 3:18 AM :: 7449 Views :: Energy, Environment
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The State of Hawaii has a long history of refusing to count military personnel and their families when reapportioning the Hawaii State Legislature....
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