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Parker’s Tarnas wins scholarship

Jesse Tarnas, a senior at Parker School in Waimea, has been awarded one of more than 600 National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) scholarships for 2012-2013.The NSLI-Y program is funded by the U.S....

Annual Volcano pottery sale to be held June 9-10

Works by 11 Big Island potters will be featured at the 4th annual Volcano Pottery Sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 9-10, at Hale Ho‘omana, the education building at the Volcano Art Center Niaulani...

<p>Associated Press</p><p>Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sits in his office in Palo Alto, Calif. Zuckerberg turns 28 on Monday, May 14. He’s considerably younger than the average Fortune 500 CEO, of course. But while some investors worry that Zuckerberg is too young to lead Facebook as a public company, experts point out that Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Michael Dell were in their 20s when their companies had IPOs.</p>

Facebook raises IPO price

By BARBARA ORTUTAYAssociated PressNEW YORK — Already expected to be the largest-ever initial public offering for an Internet company, Facebook is making its IPO even bigger.The world’s largest online social network on...

<p>Associated Press</p><p>Republican presidential candidate, former Massachusetts Gov. Mitt Romney speaks in Lansing, Mich.</p>

Super PACs cozy with candidates

By BETH FOUHYAssociated PressNEW YORK — Looks like President Barack Obama’s allies got the hint.An independent group with deep ties to the president’s re-election campaign launched a television ad Tuesday hitting Mitt...

Proposal: Loosen reins on geothermal energy

By TOM CALLISTribune-Herald staff writerThe Hawaii Environmental Council will consider loosening regulations on geothermal exploration Thursday.The proposed rule changes, requested by the state Department of Land and...

Bus routes on chopping block

By COLIN M. STEWARTTribune-Herald Staff WriterHawaii’s school system has yet to decide on an alternative to cutting bus service next year for thousands of students in order to make up a $17 million transportation...

Charitable donation rescinded

By PETER SURTribune-Herald staff writerThe County Council slashed a $75,000 Food Basket donation to $50,000 and then killed it, opting instead to spend the scarce funds on new computers and for the legislative branch...

<p>Associated Press</p><p>LeBron James scored 28 points for the Heat in Tuesday’s Eastern Conference semifinal series, but he and Dwyane Wade both missed chances late in a Game 2 defeat against the Pacers.</p>

Pacers even series with Heat

Associated PressMIAMI — This does not sound like a winning formula. Miss 24 of 29 shots in one stretch, on the road. Watch an 11-point, second-half lead turn into a deficit. Have your entire team get outscored by two...

<p>Associated Press</p><p>Tim Duncan scored 26 points and grabbed 10 rebounds Tuesday in a 108-92 win over the Clippers in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinal series.</p>

Spurs shake rust to rip Clippers

By PAUL J. WEBERAssociated PressSAN ANTONIO — So much for getting rusty: The San Antonio Spurs didn’t miss a beat after a weeklong break, extending a winning streak that few NBA teams have ever sustained in the...

<p>UHH photo</p><p>Taylor Wright was one of 15 freshmen on a University of Hawaii at Hilo women’s soccer team that finished 5-9-2 last season.</p>

Lady Vulcans unveil soccer coach

By KEVIN JAKAHITribune-Herald sports writerFormer University of Hawaii at Hilo women’s soccer coach Travis Clarke is still helping the program, but only up to a point.Unity Beddingfield, Clarke’s assistant at Cal...

Local News

County quashes trash transfer

Local News Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

By Nancy Cook Lauer

Stephens Media

Amid a discussion about the best way to deal with the threat of a Hilo landfill closure, the Hawaii County Council voted 8-0 to prohibit hauling of East Hawaii garbage to West Hawaii, except under an emergency declaration by the mayor.

Rubbish...

Proposal: Loosen reins on geothermal energy

Local News Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Playground reopens in Hilo

Local News Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Heroin, gun suspect to appear in court

Local News Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Bus routes on chopping block

Local News Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Community

Mango Festival is set

Community Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Mango mania will return to Kona for the fourth annual Mango Festival, with activities set on three days.

First up is the Mango Tango Dance and Desserts FUNdraiser July 21 in Kealakekua at the New Thought Center in Pualani Terrace on Highway 11. Admission is a $10 donation for a dramatic...

Parker’s Tarnas wins scholarship

Community Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Ocean resources planning events set on Big Isle

Community Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Annual Volcano pottery sale to be held June 9-10

Community Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Shizuno Nasu to offer VAC summer series

Community Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Local Sports

Play ball! Pro game back in Hilo

Local Sports Comments May 16, 2012 4:08am

By KEVIN JAKAHI

Tribune-Herald sports writer

Professional baseball is returning to Hilo, with the introduction of the North American League — home to the Maui Na Koa Ikaika. The independent association is not to be confused with the Hawaii Winter League, which featured farm system...

Lady Vulcans unveil soccer coach

Local Sports Comments May 16, 2012 4:10am

Maekawa win local U.S. Open qualifier

Local Sports Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

UHH women add two basketball recruits

Local Sports Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Big Island briefs

Local Sports Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Pro / College Sports

<p>Associated Press</p><p>LeBron James scored 28 points for the Heat in Tuesday’s Eastern Conference semifinal series, but he and Dwyane Wade both missed chances late in a Game 2 defeat against the Pacers.</p>

Pacers even series with Heat

Pro/College Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Associated Press

MIAMI — This does not sound like a winning formula. Miss 24 of 29 shots in one stretch, on the road. Watch an 11-point, second-half lead turn into a deficit. Have your entire team get outscored by two players in the fourth quarter.

Somehow, it worked for the Indiana...

Spurs shake rust to rip Clippers

Pro/College Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Clemens trainer kept key evidence

Pro/College Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Boston’s Beckett rebounds

Pro/College Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Kings blank Coyotes to go up 3-0

Pro/College Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Features

<p>Associated Press</p><p>Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg sits in his office in Palo Alto, Calif. Zuckerberg turns 28 on Monday, May 14. He’s considerably younger than the average Fortune 500 CEO, of course. But while some investors worry that Zuckerberg is too young to lead Facebook as a public company, experts point out that Bill Gates, Steve Jobs and Michael Dell were in their 20s when their companies had IPOs.</p>

Facebook raises IPO price

Features Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

By BARBARA ORTUTAY

Associated Press

NEW YORK — Already expected to be the largest-ever initial public offering for an Internet company, Facebook is making its IPO even bigger.

The world’s largest online social network on Tuesday increased the planned price range for its stock...

Poll: Half of Americans call Facebook a fad

Features Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Finding answers

Features Comments May 15, 2012 11:29pm

Find the best way to fertilize trees

Features Comments May 15, 2012 11:29pm

Mario Batali a hungry chef on food stamp challenge

Features Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

Commentary

Your Views for May 15

Your Views Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

So, what now?

Soon, school will be out. Students will be graduating from high school and college. These college graduates will take their new-gained knowledge and search for a job, as they will then be in the working group.

But where are they going to find work? Some will find local...

Orwell legacy is apparent in the campaign

Their Views Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

Why we regulate

Their Views Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

State

Outgoing Univ. of Hawaii chancellor to get $287K

State Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Outgoing Univ. of Hawaii chancellor to get $287K

HONOLULU (AP) — The outgoing chancellor of the University of Hawaii’s flagship Manoa campus will be paid nearly $300,000 for a 10-month sabbatical.

Virginia Hinshaw announced last year she’ll be stepping down from the position as of...

Hawaii to get $128K to protect monk seals, turtles

State Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

GOP delegates in Hawaii break down as planned

State Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Camera lost for 1 year returned to Hawaii surfer

State Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

Hawaii-based soldier killed in Afghanistan

State Comments May 15, 2012 12:05am

Nation

NY judge: Apple statements damage lawsuit position

Nation Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

NY judge: Apple statements damage lawsuit position

NEW YORK (AP) — A federal judge cited the confident voice of the late Apple founder Steve Jobs on Tuesday as she refused to toss out lawsuits alleging the company and various publishers conspired to drive up the price of electronic books...

Man freed on bond but must write book reports

Nation Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Cops: NY man shoots friend in leg at his request

Nation Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Subdued Dimon is confronted over $2B trading loss

Nation Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

Conn. accident shows dangers of distracted driving

Nation Comments May 16, 2012 12:05am

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