Salary cuts for a couple dozen executives are on the table as the University of Hawaii at Hilo grapples with an unprecedented $4 million budget cut out of the $33 million in yearly funding it receives from the state.
Expanding its mulching operation islandwide and starting composting services are too expensive for Hawaii County to implement, Environmental Management Director Lono Tyson said.
A family-entertainment complex will be built in Hilo at an estimated cost of $11 million, according to a development proposal Hawaii County's Windward Planning Commission approved Wednesday.
Naeole again pitches tent bill Puna Councilwoman Emily Naeole has followed through on a promise to resubmit her proposal to allow people to live in tents while building a legal home.
Have you heard? Dan Cooke is joining the Sunrise crew as the new Weather Anchor! Dan will be here later this summer. Until then, Malika Dudley and Ben Gutierrez will share the Sunrise weather responsibilities - weekday mornings on the 9s!
Have a favorite local business or service? Share your experiences with them on the new Word of Mouth Forum and help Hawaii's businesses thrive in this challenging economy.