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Taxi profits down, gas up
Already reeling from a dramatic drop in passengers, Big Island taxi operators are having to absorb skyrocketing gasoline prices that they can't pass on to their remaining customers.
"We're up already, but the meter is the same," said Elm Hashimoto, owner of Elm's Taxi.
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Mike Kapeliela, owner of Kool Feva & Tours LLC, says he may not be able to continue in business next year. With gas prices on the rise, he wants the county to authorize a hike in meter fares. - William Ing/Tribune-Herald
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Hilo-mainland route: Letters needed
Tourism officials are trying to rally support for a potential Hilo-mainland air route and are asking for the community's help -- although no one is saying which airline is considering such a route.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:39 AM HST
Jury says dad not guilty of abusing child
After two days of deliberation, a jury found a Mountain View man not guilty of abuse while physically disciplining his 8-year-old child.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:39 AM HST
HHSC's East Hawaii Regional Board seeks help from public A little flicker for the incineratorBig Island ReportMan indicted for assaulting a childPahoa Springtime Jamm this weekend John Brown's Body to perform in Hilo
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Big Isle's best stumble in D-1
The best of the Big Island had a short stay in the winner's bracket.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:41 AM HST
Top seed Kauai shuts out Kohala
Apparently, Kauai is the state No. 1 seed for a reason.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:41 AM HST
Family feel galvanized the VulsLunas derail Viks Kealakehe sophomore battles to quarterfinals Sports ReportBIIF scheduleHigh school tennisState baseball tournamentAll-BIIF golf teamsGirls state golf tournamentMore Sports »
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Musician to maestro
Concertgoers who attend this weekend's two performances of Great Moments in Opera will no doubt be treated to what the title promises. They will also see a familiar face in an unaccustomed place, as Michael Russell, director of orchestras at Kamehameha Schools, take the baton, pinch-hitting for Maestro Ken Staton, at the University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:38 AM HST
A voice in Hilo
Elena Maya is the epitome of an old-school saloon singer -- a touch of class with sass, engaging, with just enough irony to keep an audience on its toes.
Friday, May 9, 2008 9:38 AM HST
Our Lady of Lourdes hosts Pista Sa Nayon '08 Holy Apostles honors acolytesMore Features »
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