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MEDIA RELEASE A project to provide Kohala High School with electrical upgrades will soon be underway. Kohala High School received funding from the Department of Education for electrical upgrades to Building J, which houses the school’s administration offices, elementary and high school libraries and a computer lab. “I am pleased that Kohala High School has […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Through working together, Sens. Malama Solomon and Gilbert Kahele, along with Rep. Mark Nakashima are improving the quality of life in their districts. Together, the legislators secured $292.6 M in Capital Improvement Project (CIP) funding for the Hawaii Island districts, ensuring that many of their district goals were met. The project funds were […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The state Senate honored and commemorated the late Hawaii County Councilmember Spencer Kalani Schutte during its floor session Thursday. Senators presented his family with a Certificate of Recognition for his advocacy and work to help the less fortunate. “Councilman Spencer Kalani Schutte’s unwavering advocacy for the poor, the homeless, the physically and emotionally […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Hawaii Island airports and harbors have received $10.7 million for various capital improvement projects (CIP). The funds are part of the $113 million CIP package for various statewide projects that Gov. Neil Abercrombie released earlier this week. “I appreciate the Governor for releasing the funds for these important projects that will enhance our […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Hot issues and community funding priorities for Waimea and North Hawaii will top the Waimea Community Association Town Meeting Agenda at 5:15 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 7 in Waimea School Cafeteria. The district’s elected public policy makers – Sen. Malama Solomon and Rep. Cindy Evans – will provide an overview of the session, including […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Senate Vice President Donna Mercado Kim (Sen. District 14) has been selected as the president of the Senate and will preside during the 27th Hawaii State Legislature, which convenes Jan. 16, 2013. Sen. Ronald D. Kouchi (Sen. District 8 ) will serve as Senate Vice President. Sen. David Ige (Sen. District 16) will […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School will soon be getting its waterline replaced. The Hilo school recently received funding from the Department of Education for the project. “Built in 1920, Chiefess Kapiolani Elementary School has a long standing history in the community. It is important that we maintain our schools and repair its aging infrastructure […]

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MEDIA RELEASE More than 1,000 Hawaii Island residents have taken a strong public stand against a proposed rate increase by Hawaii Electric Light Company (HELCO). Reacting to what are already punishingly high electric rates, these residents have signed a petition sponsored by Sen. Malama Solomon, who represents District 1 (Waimea, Hamakua, North Hilo, Rural South […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Join Democratic candidates on Friday, Oct. 26 as they travel around East Hawaii stopping off at four rally locations. Candidates scheduled to be on the bus are: Gov. Neil Abercrombie Lt. Gov. Brian Schatz Mazie Hirono Tulsi Gabbard Malama Solomon Gil Kahele Russell Ruderman Josh Green Mark Nakashima Clift Tsuji Faye Hanohano Richard […]

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MEDIA RELEASE The Department of Human Services, Vocational Rehabilitation and Services for the Blind Division (VRSBD) has recognized eight Hawaii businesses for their efforts in removing barriers to recruiting, training, and employing individuals with disabilities. The Neighbor Island businesses recognized by VRSBD as “2012 Employers of the Year” are: * lao Preschool in Wailuku, Maui […]

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MEDIA RELEASE “Insuring that the residents of Hawaii directly benefit from the thousands of acres they own as public lands throughout the State – and putting in place 21st century partnership strategies to protect and appropriately steward these lands now and for future generations – these are the reasons I voted for the Public Land […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Believing that real leadership recognizes a need and lends a hand, State Senate District 4 candidate Malama Solomon and friends will cook and serve some of Hawaii Island’s favorite local treats at three major community events in coming weeks, and donate every penny earned to community programs. Friends of Malama Solomon will contribute […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Construction for a brand new track and field at Waiakea High School will soon be underway. Waiakea High School received funding from the Department of Education for the design and construction of an all-weather track and field facility. The new track and field will replace the current facility, where frequent rain has caused […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Construction at two Big Island schools will soon get underway. Haaheo Elementary School and Kalanianaole Elementary and Intermediate School have both received funding from the Department of Education to improve its campuses. The projects include road upgrades at Haaheo Elementary and a new roof for one of Kalanianaole Elementary and Intermediate’s buildings. “I […]

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