BIG ISLAND ELECTIONS 2008 - SPECIAL VIDEO SECTIONS
NEW: Mayoral Roundtable
9.4.2008 - HILO, HI - A different twist on the presentation of mayoral candidates... a public roundtable discussion.
Mayoral Forum 2
8.28.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - All 8 candidates for Hawaii County mayor speak to the public and relate their plans for the office.
Mayoral Forum
8.13.2008 - HILO, HI - A large crowd gathers at the University of Hawaii at Hilo to listen to the four leading candidates in this September's mayoral primary election.

NEW BIG ISLAND VIDEOS
story - Slack Key Guitar Festival
8.31.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - The musical tradition of slack key guitar is celebrated at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort in Kona during the 2008 Slack Key Guitar Festival.
story - Parker Ranch Round-up Rodeo
8.31.2008 - WAIMEA, HI - On Labor Day weekend, Parker Ranch showcases the skill of the paniolo with its 34th Round-up Club Rodeo, and raises scholarship money in the process.
story - Malama Punalu`u Festival
8.30.2008 - NAALEHU, HI - Music and family fun spotlight the need to preserve Punalu`u, Hawaii's undeveloped gem along the Ka`u coast.
raw video - Hula Kahiko in the Park
8.30.2008 - VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - Halau Ha`a Kea o Akala, directed by kumu hula Paul Neves, presents traditional hula on a platform overlooking the sacred Halema`uma`u crater.

UPCOMING VIDEOS
September 6th: 5th district county council forum
PAHOA, HI - Hunter Bishop has invited Big Island Video News to record the candidate forum, and all 5 candidates have reportedly agreed to attend.
September 6th: Forest Education Fair
VOLCANO, HI - A one day open house featuring cultural practitioners, music and nature walks at the Volcano Art Center's Niaulani Campus.

RECENT BIG ISLAND VIDEOS
story - Kawa`a Standoff
8.26.2008 - KAWA`A, HI - The County of Hawaii, in an attempt to survey lands they believe is theirs, is stopped by native subjects of the Hawaiian Kingdom, who say the 'aina belongs to their families.
story - Stinging Nettle Caterpillar Invasion
8.24.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - The invasion of the stinging nettle caterpillar is the subject of a discussion at the Kona Outdoor Circle between entomologists and garden enthusiasts.
story - Varroa Bee Mite now on Big Island
8.23.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - It is the news that beekeepers and farmers have been dreading to hear... the destructive varroa bee mite has been discovered in Hilo.
story - New Kona Police Mini-Station
8.23.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - A new police ministation celebrates a long awaited grand opening at the Hale Halawai facility in Kailua-Kona.
raw video - Scorched Waipio Valley
8.22.2008 - WAIPIO VALLEY, HI - A wildfire that burned into the early evening of Thursday, August 21st, leaves a burnt trail through the scenic Waipio Valley.
raw video - Sunset Lava Ocean Entry
8.20.2008 - WAIKUPANAHA, HI - A crowd gathers to watch the wonders of active geology, as lava from the Kilauea volcano explodes as it meets the waters of the Pacific Ocean.

RECENT BIG ISLAND VIDEOS
Haari Boat Festival
8.16.2008 - HILO, HI - Scenic Wailoa State Park comes to life as throngs of boat racing enthusiasts participate in the highly anticipated Hui Okinawa event.
Hilo Medical Center to Upgrade Cardiac Care
8.14.2008 - HILO, HI - Hilo Medical Center explains the current state of the hospital's cardiac care, and how the hospital plans to be able to treat similar cases in just a few months.
Declining Economy, Rising Tensions
8.13.2008 - HILO, HI - tensions between bankrupt and disgruntled store owners, and the Prince Kuhio Mall result in police intervention.
CVS buys Long's Drugstore
8.13.2008 - HILO, HI - News that the popular drug store chain has been bought by CVS shocks customers and employees alike.
Council Waiawi Discussion
8.12.2008 - HILO, HI - A packed council chamber in Hilo forces people to wait outside as concerned citizens sound off on the issue of strawberry guava and the plan to control it with a released scale insect.
raw video - 56th annual Orchid Show
8.10.2008 - HILO, HI - The Hilo Orchid Society presents the 56th annual Orchid Show and Sale, held at the Edith Kanaka'ole Multipurpose Stadium.
8/8/08 Wedding-Mania
8.8.2008 - HILO, HI - The law office of Stuart Oda was buzzing with couples looking to leverage their future fortune by getting married on this day: the 8th day of the 8th month in the year '08.
Future of Lanakila Homes
8.7.2008 - HILO, HI - Area residents and concerned citizens join Hawaii County officials and the Hawaii Public Housing Authority in planning a future for the vacant Lanakila Homes.
raw video - Saddle Road Resurfacing
8.5.2008 - Weekday traffic delays are in effect on Saddle Road between the hours of 6:30 am and 5:30 pm, as the county resurfaces both lanes between mile marker 35 (Mauna Kea State Park) and 41.5.
1.) shot - Rainbow Falls
8.4.2008 - HILO, HI - The popular natural attraction, located at Rainbow Falls State Park just outside of downtown Hilo, tumbles into the Wailuku River.
Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden 30th
8.2.2008 - ONOMEA BAY, HI - The work of Pauline Luktenhouse and her husband Dan is celebrated for enriching the Hamakua Coast for 30 years.
story - Permanent Absentee Voting
8.1.2008 - HILO, HI - A new bill allows voters to receive and vote by absentee ballot on a permanent basis.
story - Hilo Bay WMD Drill
7.31.2008 - HILO, HI - The Hilo Bay is the scene of a terror response training drill, as the 93rd Civil Support Team coordinates with Hawaii county, state and federal agencies to formulate a plan of action.
raw video - Puna CDP Rally
7.30.2008 - HILO, HI - Residents of Puna and supporters of the district's Community Development Plan rally outside the County Council meeting held to discuss the matter.


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