The Hawaii State Senate today honored Scott Kaneshiro, of Mililani, who became an instant celebrity when his artwork was selected for the Special Hawaii Edition SPAM can label. The special edition SPAM can officially went on sale at island stores in August. The Hawaii SPAM can label contest attracted more than one hundred design entries.
The Hawaii Automobile Dealers Association says momentum likely to continue into 2012; 6.8% increase predicted for entire year. The state's new retail light vehicle registrations improved 4.4% in 2011; National market was up 14%. Market predicted to improve in 2012 Several forecast determinants point to sustained recovery in new vehicle market. Korean and Detroit Three brand sales increased in 2011
HONOLULU (AP) - Texting while driving a commercial vehicle in Hawaii could result in a fine up to $2,750. That proposal is before the House Transportation Committee Wednesday morning, along with House Bill 2355, which would make unauthorized texting while driving punishable by at least a $100 fine. All Hawaii counties already have laws prohibiting texting while driving. Honolulu's law
Kauai rescuers spent Tuesday evening assisting 37 hikers who were unable to cross Hanakapiai Stream after the water level rose rapidly. At about 5:45 pm an emergency call was made regarding several hikers being trapped in the valley. According to the caller, one man was asthmatic and did not have his medication with him. About 15 minutes later, Rescue 3