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MEDIA RELEASE Fred Housel has filed papers to run for election to the State House of Representatives, representing District 6, which comprises most of the Kailua-Kona community. Housel is a Kona coffee farmer. “I am excited to be able to file for office now that the Reapportionment Commission has finally approved the Reapportionment Plan and […]

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The following announcement was made Tuesday, Jan. 10 by Fred Housel: There is a lot of uncertainty regarding the outcome of the State Reapportionment Plan. One thing that is certain is West Hawaii deserves strong representation on the Hawaii State House. I am announcing my intention to file to be a candidate for House District […]

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Dear Kona Town Meeting Supporter, We regret to have to tell you that, due to circumstances beyond our control, we have had to cancel our scheduled Oct. 13 Kona Town Meeting. We had planned to have speakers on the County Charter amendments and redistricting, however our speakers were not able to present at this time. […]

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The non-profit organization that sponsors the Kona Town Meetings is looking for a little help. The next meeting is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 14 at Old Kona Airport, with guest speakers Mayor Billy Kenoi and members of his cabinet, including Director Public Works Warren Lee, Director of Parks and Recreation Bob Fitzgerald, Planning Director Bobbie […]

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