Hawaii political donor Milton J. Choy received almost $6 million in contracts.
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Hawai‘i political donor received almost $6 million in contracts Milton J. Choy, the wastewater treatment and industrial machinery executive at the center of a federal public corruption probe, has donated $160,150 to state and county lawmakers since 2014 and received nearly $6 million in government contracts. Star-Advertiser. Civil Beat. Former Hawai‘i lawmakers accused of taking bribes scheduled to enter guilty pleas Lawmakers push to make sports part of school curriculum, how it could change how things are played Lt. Gov. Josh formally announces his bid for Hawai‘i governor |
HAWAII BUSINESS MAGAZINE 20 for the Next 20: Kalani Ka‘anā‘anā, Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority As the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s chief brand officer, Ka‘anā‘anā oversees a sweeping strategic plan that supports natural resources, Hawaiian culture and community while enhancing Hawai‘i’s brand… read more. |
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River of Life Mission to relocate Chinatown food distribution program, but timeline for move is unclear River of Life Mission has agreed to move its free-meal program away from its Chinatown location after 35 years of operation. The Christian mission serves about 1,000 meals a day to those in need but has often clashed with Chinatown residents and business owners who say it attracts homeless people to the area. Star-Advertiser. Civil Beat. Hawaii News Now. Critics question liquor commission on ‘improper conduct’ that could shut down establishments Marine Corps discharged high levels of fecal bacteria into Kailua Bay Police union demands Honolulu Police Department address officer shortage ‘Alarming’ Honolulu inflation hit 6.0% in January |
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Hawai‘i Realtors Say “Yes in My Back Yard” to Affordable Housing
The statewide Hawaiʻi Realtors association is backing a measure in this year’s legislative session that seeks to combat the kind of NIMBY-ism that blocks the development of more affordable housing. The organization is advocating for Yes In My Back Yard, a movement… read more. |
HAWAIʻI ISLAND |
County to offer free bus fares The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved the second and final reading of Bill 105, which temporarily suspends fares for all fixed bus routes and paratransit services offered by Hele-On until Dec. 31, 2023. Big Island Now. Council Planning Committee postpones Waikoloa timeshare project Lawmakers advance legislation to relieve traffic congestion in rapidly growing Puna on Big Island |
HAWAII BUSINESS MAGAZINE My Job: A Life in Music Kira Santos of the band Close the Distance says being a professional musician requires a tough skin “because you’re going to get knocked down 100 times in this industry.” Santos and her younger sister, Ezri, met their original bandmates when they were students at Hawaii MusicWorks... read more. |
MAUI COUNTY |
Proposal to increase police chief salary is raising concerns At a special meeting Feb. 2, the commission unanimously voted to recommend a pay raise to $205,000 a year for Pelletier, who was sworn in Dec. 17 at a salary of $158,851. Maui News. Hawaii News Now. Mayor seeks public-private partnership to boost workforce housing in Waikapū Community invited to town hall on affordable apartments in Lahaina, Feb. 22 |
KAUAʻI |
Current, hopeful KIUC directors seek ratepayers’ votes in March election Incumbents are touting advancements toward a 100% renewable-energy portfolio, while a rival calls for increased electric-vehicle infrastructure in the run-up to the Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative Board of Directors election. Garden Island. Groups put county, state on notice for Westside ditch draining |
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