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. The mite can kill an entire colony in weeks, and spreads easily. The impact on local agriculture could be disastrous. Hawaii Department of Agriculture Entomologist Patrick Conant explains the developing situation. NOTE: The beekeeper and honeybee video is file footage shot in New Jersey one year ago.



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story - Oceansphere aquaculture technology
10.1.2008 - NORTH KOHALA, HI - A look at an innovative, self sustaining method of fish farming scheduled to deploy by late 2009.
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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