HILO, HI - The historic downtown landmark, The Palace Theater, closes its doors until August 9th for renovations. Included in the improvements: ADA compliant wheelchair areas and ramps to the backstage door, an improved mauka walkway, lighting upgrades and balcony repairs. The cost is estimated at $90,000. The Palace Theater was built in 1925.



RECENT BIG ISLAND VIDEOS
story - Oceansphere aquaculture technology
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story - Queen Lili`uokalani Festival
9.28.2008 - HILO, HI - Held in honor of the last reigning monarch of Hawaii at her namesake Japanese-style garden.
raw video - Nene Awareness Day
9.27.2008 - HILO, HI - Governor Linda Lingle proclaims September 26th to be Nene Awareness Day after Hawaii's endangered state bird.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 8
9.26.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - Most recent summit eruption, confirmed lava lake.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 7
9.25.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - Subsequent eruptions on the Kilauea summit, gas pistons.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 6
9.25.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - The early 2008 Kilauea summit eruption.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 5
9.24.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - Inflation and deflation events explained at Kilauea summit.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 4
9.24.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - The spectacular ocean entry at Waikupanaha.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 3
9.24.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - The TEB lava flow of 2007 advances on the Royal Gardens subdivision.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 2
9.23.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - The fissures that erupted downrift of Pu`u `O`o on July 21, 2007, up to the November 21st "Thanksgiving Eve Breakout" lava flow.
presentation - Changing Kilauea - PART 1
9.23.2008 - HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, HI - Introduction to the volcanic activity observed by HVO geologists, historically and recently.
raw video - Boiling Pots
HILO, HI - Large pools, connected by an underground lava tube, produce a bubbling torrent that gives the appearance of boiling water.
raw video - Rainbow Falls
HILO, HI - Tumbling 80 feet into a large pool, the spray from the cascade is known to create a prism of color, especially in glare of the early morning sun.
raw video - Kaumana Caves
HILO, HI - The cave system is actually a skylight, or collapsed section, of lava tube created by a 1881 flow that threatened the city of Hilo.
raw video - International Peace Day Parade
9.21.2008 - HONOKA`A, HI - The 2nd annual Parade and Festival for the United Nations International Peace Day marches through a small Hawaiian town.
full video - Billy Kenoi has large lead
9.20.2008 - HILO, HI - Raw video of Billy Kenoi, triumphantly addressing his supporters at his headquarters, as early results have him way out ahead.
raw video - Downpour fails to damper spirits
9.20.2008 - HILO, HI - Supporters of mayoral candidate Billy Kenoi are undaunted by heavy rain showers, as early numbers suggest victory.
raw video - Hawaii County Fair
9.20.2008 - HILO, HI - The Hilo Jaycees 58th Hawaii County Fair is held on the grounds of the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
full video - Maya Soetoro-NG speech
9.19.2008 - HILO, HI - The sister of Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama speaks at the Big Island Democratic Party's Grand Rally.
raw video - Big Island Democratic Rally
9.19.2008 - HILO, HI - Hundreds of Democrats fill the streets in support of their candidates on the eve of the primary election.
moving postcard - Honu at 4 Mile Beach
9.19.2008 - HILO, HI - Sea turtles peak out from beneath the calm surf of the Pacific Ocean.
story - Cops on Top
9.18.2008 - HILO, HI - County police officers climb to the top of Safeway stores to raise money for the Special Olympics.
moving postcard - Egret Roost
9.18.2008 - HILO, HI - A single tree in the middle of the water is crowded with a colony of cattle egrets.
full video - 2008 Officer of the Year
9.17.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - Erich Jackson is honored by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
raw video - Ahuena Heiau needs help
9.17.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - 500,000 green ti leaves are needed to restore the roof of Hale Mana at the historic former residence of Kamehameha the Great.
raw video - Massive Kona roadwork
9.17.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - A quick look at Phase One of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Project.
special video section - Hawaii County BOE Forum
9.11.2008 - LAUPAHOEHOE, HI - Four candidates meet to discuss the topics important to Big Island education.
raw video - Sharks? No beach
9.9.2008 - KAWAIHAE COAST, HI - Three popular beaches on the west side of the island are closed after the sighting of sharks.
story - Bill Banning GMO Taro & Coffee
9.9.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - Bill 361, a ban on genetically engineered coffee and taro on the Big Island, passes through the Environmental Management Committee.
special video section - District 5 County Council Forum
9.6.2008 - PAHOA, HI - All 5 candidates for the Puna district county council seat, held by incumbent Emily Naeole, discuss the issues important to voters.
raw video - Forest Education Fair
9.6.2008 - VOLCANO, HI - People of all ages learn about the Volcano area forest's connection to local culture.
special video section - Mayoral Roundtable
9.4.2008 - HILO, HI - A different twist on the presentation of mayoral candidates... a public roundtable discussion.



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