Hilo, HI - News that the popular drug store chain has been bought by CVS shocks customers and employees alike. The deal is reportedly worth $2.9 billion. Although Long's on the west coast of the mainland will become CVS by 2009, the brand in Hawaii will supposedly remain the same.

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Massive Kona roadwork
9.17.2008 - KAILUA-KONA, HI - A quick look at Phase One of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Project.
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.
Forest Education Fair
9.6.2008 - VOLCANO, HI - People of all ages learn about the Volcano area forest's connection to local culture.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Stadium.
Saddle Road Resurfacing
8.5.2008 - SADDLE ROAD, HI - 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.
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.
Honolii Cove Surfing
7.29.2008 - HONOLII COVE, HI - The surf picks up a bit at Honolii Cove, a popular and scenic spot just north of Hilo.
Hilo Downpour
7.22.2008 - HILO, HI - After weeks of relatively dry conditions, the skies over east Hawaii open up with heavy rain, causing power disruptions for over a thousand Hawaii Electric Light Co. customers.
Public Works' Building Violation
7.18.2008 - HILO, HI - Hawaii County's Department of Public Works made headlines on Friday when it was found that the Automotive Division had built two unpermitted carports on the East Lanikaula Street baseyard.
A Hilo Starbucks Closes
7.18.2008 - HILO, HI - The Starbucks inside the Borders bookstore at the Waiakea Center plans to close, as a part of plan to shut down 600 underperforming stores across the country.



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