Rodenhurst squeaks through first step of confirmation process
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2021/01/06/hawaii-news/rodenhurst-squeaks-through-first-step-of-confirmation-process/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
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Kai Kahele sworn in as U.S. representative, becomes the 2nd Native Hawaiian to serve in Congress
Kaialiʻi Kahele was sworn in as a U.S. representative today in Washington, becoming only the second Native Hawaiian to serve...
9 Roth appointees face council confirmation
Nine appointees to Mayor Mitch Roth’s Cabinet are scheduled to appear Tuesday before County Council committees, the first step in...
Todd, 2 political newcomers to vie for Kahele’s seat
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/12/25/hawaii-news/todd-2-political-newcomers-vye-for-kaheles-seat/
Kierkiewicz a board member for company receiving CARES funds
Puna Councilwoman Ashley Kierkiewicz steered taxpayer money to a not-yet nonprofit corporation on whose board she sits, records show. Kierkiewicz...
State Senate president talks upcoming legislative session, COVID mitigation efforts at Capitol, budget and economy
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/12/15/hawaii-news/state-senate-president-talks-upcoming-legislative-session-covid-mitigation-efforts-at-capitol-budget-and-economy/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
David Shapiro: No justice for Harry Kim in Hawaii island ethics ruling
The Hawaii County Ethics Board left mixed feelings with its ruling that outgoing Mayor Harry Kim violated the ethics code...
Replacing Kahele: Local Democrats prepare to fill Hilo Senate seat
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/12/11/hawaii-news/replacing-kahele-local-democrats-prepare-to-fill-hilo-senate-seat/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
New mayor, prosecutor, council inaugurated…It was the first time the mayor was sworn in on the west side of the island
It was an inauguration like no other, with masked elected officials split between the Kona and Hilo council chambers to...
Council, public speak out on Roth’s Cabinet picks
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/29/hawaii-news/council-public-speak-out-on-roths-cabinet-picks/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Lawsuits delay Hawaii election certification
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/26/hawaii-news/lawsuits-delay-hawaii-election-certification/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
David to lead County Council
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/24/hawaii-news/david-to-lead-county-council/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Council honors Kim
The Hawaii County Council on Wednesday surprised Mayor Harry Kim before he leaves office next month, honoring the longtime public...
Roth names Cabinet members
Hawaii County Mayor-elect Mitch Roth announced key members of his Cabinet on Wednesday as he prepares to take office Dec....
Council to get update on mayoral transition
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/15/hawaii-news/council-to-get-update-on-mayoral-transition/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Case, Kahele discuss priorities as they prep for 117th Congress
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/10/hawaii-news/case-kahele-discuss-priorities-as-they-prep-for-117th-congress/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Lowen, Tarnas receive committee chair assignments
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2020/11/08/hawaii-news/lowen-tarnas-receive-committee-chair-assignments/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=daily_news
Big Island voters not as quick to embrace Trump
https://www.hawaiitribune-herald.com/2020/11/08/hawaii-news/big-island-voters-not-as-quick-to-embrace-trump/
Long wait for Hawaii vote spurs call for more voter centers
https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2020/11/05/hawaii-news/long-wait-for-hawaii-vote-spurs-call-for-more-voter-centers/
Kimball, Kaneali‘i-Kleinfelder talk priorities after winning council seats in Tuesday’s election
Two County Council members — one new and one returning — were elected by voters during Tuesday’s general election. Heather...
