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Math Does Matter
Competing in a math tournament is never easy. It often requires complete brain function, the ability to think quickly, and superb calculations – most of which are way too strenuous for the average...
1 CommentsNew Bulbs for a New Future
It’s no secret that up to 90,000 compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) will be flooding the homes and businesses of Molokai over the next two months in a joint venture to promote energy efficiency....
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Special Election and Molokai Ranch settlement.
NEWS BRIEFS
Special Election Set for May
The Office of Elections has set Saturday, May 22, 2010 as the election day to fill the vacancy in Hawaii’s 1st Congressional District, just recently held by Neil Abercrombie. Molokai is represented by Rep. Mazie Hirono in Hawaii’s 2nd District.
Persons interested in running in this special election must file nomination papers by March 17. Visit www.hawaii.gov/elections for more information.
Direct Flights Added to Maui
Two airlines have announced plans to add direct flights from the mainland to Honolulu and Maui. Continental Airlines has already added several direct flights from Orange County and Los Angeles to the two popular Hawaii destinations.
What Book got you Hooked on Reading? Contest
First Book News Release
Hawaii won the nation wide contest and now the 50,000 books are on their way to Hawaii. Thanks to all of you who voted and made us the winner.
The books will arrive in March. There will be a First Book 50,000 Book Celebration on March 25th on Oahu and the books will be distributed on March 26th. All past recipient of a First Book grant should be on the list to receive books, it is very important that you check frequently with www.firstbook.org and follow any and all directions.
Hawaii Eco-Lights Saves Locals Money
UpRoar and Molokai Chamber of Commerce News Release
Hawaii Eco-Lights, the leader in energy saving concepts, announced two local companies, Napa Friendly Island Auto Parts and Molokai Shores, have taken advantage of LED technology and are seeing the cost savings.
“We have seen at least a fifty five percent cost savings on our monthly electricity bill.” said Ed Wond, owner of Napa Friendly Island Auto Parts in Molokai. “While Hawaii Eco-Lights works in conjunction with our solar panels, we have found LED to be much more cost effective for our business.”