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Reports compiled by Karin Stanton | Hawaii 24/7 Contributing Editor Although he only officially entered the race two weeks ago, gubernatorial candidate Mufi Hannemann has been adding to his campaign bank account for at least a year. And, according to campaign spending reports, he has raised almost $2.5 million. Right behind him is Republican frontrunner […]

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Friday, June 25 9:30-11 a.m. — Walking Tour of Honokaa Town 11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Lunch and Talk Story at North Hawaii Education & Research Center (NHERC) 1:15-2:15 p.m. — Talk Story About School Gardens, Fresh Local Food for School Lunches & the Hawaii Island School Garden Network, involving more than 50 schools at Malaai […]

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MEDIA RELEASE Neil Abercrombie has unveiled his Technology and Innovation Plan, the latest in a series of policy papers outlining his priorities as a gubernatorial candidate. “We need to weave technology and innovation into our economy to grow new businesses, raise productivity and create good jobs,” Abercrombie said. “But it can only happen by building […]

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Karin Stanton | Hawaii 24/7 Contributing Editor Surrounded by more than 250 supporters and his family Thursday, May 27, Honolulu Mayor Mufi Hannemann officially announced his intention to run for governor. He made the announcement on the grounds of Fern Elementary School, Hannemann’s alma mater, in Kalihi where he was born and raised. On his […]

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Former Congressman Neil Abercrombie, who has formally filed to run for governor as a Democrat, will face a tough panel of knowledgeable Big Island experts in public education reform, farm to fuel and energy concerns and long-term sustainability questions during a Waimea community talk-story 5-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 11 at Kuhio Hale (Hawaiian Homes Hall).

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Editor’s note: The following is a press release issued by PR Log. It was written by Daniel Brackins, a new media strategist who holds an MBA from Hawaii Pacific University. For more information or to contact Brackins, visit www.danielbrackins.com MEDIA RELEASE / PR LOG With the 2010 election just around the corner, many candidates have […]

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Neil Abercrombie, Democratic candidate for governor, will visit the Big Island on March 20, 21, 23, and 24 to meet community members and obtain firsthand information on major issues and challenges facing the residents.

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MEDIA RELEASE The Hawaii Congressional Delegation has released the final text of the Native Hawaiian Government Reorganization Act, which includes clarifications addressing concerns raised by the State of Hawaii and stakeholders in the Native Hawaiian community. The legislation was fine-tuned in consultation between the Delegation and the White House, the U.S. Departments of Justice and […]

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On Monday, January 11, from 3:00 – 4:30pm, at Yano Hall in Captain Cook, Neil Abercrombie will come to Kona to talk story with folks regarding Hawaii Agricultural and Rural issues.

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Karin Stanton | Hawaii 24/7 Contributing Editor With U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie resigning his Congressional seat to chase the governor’s job, Big Island native Ed Case is one of three candidates to join straight into the race to replace him. Abercrombie, 71, made the announcement Friday morning on his campaign Web site, although the Democrat […]

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Congressman makes stops in Kona and Waiakea to personally announce his 2010 gubernatorial campaign

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  MEDIA RELEASE Neil Abercrombie, the first Democrat to jump into the race to replace Gov. Linda Lingle, will be on the Big Island for two appearances Monday, March 9. Abercrombie will be meeting with supporters and making a formal announcement about his plans to run for governor in 2010. The public is invited. * […]

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MEDIA RELEASE U.S. Rep. Neil Abercrombie will deliver the keynote address at the University of Hawaii at Hilo commencement 9 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 at the UH-Hilo New Gym. A total of 184 students representing the College of Arts and Sciences (146), College of Business and Economics (21), College of Agriculture, Forestry & Natural Resource […]

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