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Saturday, October 18, 2014         

Hurricane Ana is forecast to make its closest pass about 140 miles southwest of Oahu Saturday afternoon and 125 miles southwest of Kauai Saturday night, far enough away to keep the most damaging winds from the islands, but close enough to feel the rains, gusty winds and rough surf generated by the storm. Story »


Flooding did force the closure of Highway 11 near the 55-mile marker between Pahala and Naalehu, police said. The flooding occurred along the south side of the Sea Mountain Golf Course. Story »


The windy, cloudy and rainy weather Saturday not only disrupted weekend plans, but it also likely broke up a streak of record high temperatures. Story »

 
Hawaii real estate tycoon Jay Shidler has increased fourfold his gift to the University of Hawaii to $100 million, the largest contribution by a single donor to any UH institution. Shidler initially gave the institution $25 million, then another $6 million to support its operations. Story »

 Kalakoa: A mishmash of family fun and news
Gecko's actions give him color • Did prehistoric mothers suffer from postpartum depression? Story »
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Alert! A zombie apocalypse is coming to Chinatown. But instead of brains and blood, these undead creatures will be craving booze. The Hawaii Zombie Crawl IV is set for Saturday night. We've got a comprehensive list of spooky Halloween events around the isles to help you plan.   Story »

Hawaii is not famous for its factories. But it could be. Manufacturing -- the conversion of raw materials into finished goods for sale -- makes up only 2 percent of Hawaii's total gross state product. Story »

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Hawaii County officials are hoping that their island will be spared

A crowd of Hawaii island surfers and beachgoers gathered along the southeastern shoreline Friday to marvel at the high surf brought by Hurricane Ana. "Whoa, look at those waves," said Pahoa resident Donna Olson.

Coconut beetle found in Diamond Head area

State agricultural officials have widened their search for the coconut rhinoceros beetle after one was found Thursday in the Diamond Head lookout area. Officials plan to deploy traps in higher density in the Diamond Head area.

Teachers union ad takes aim at Aiona

A National Education Association super PAC has made a six-figure television advertising buy in Hawaii criticizing former Lt. Gov. James "Duke" Aiona for the teacher furloughs under the Lingle administration.

Shidler gives $69M more to UH

Hawaii real estate tycoon Jay Shidler has increased fourfold his gift to the University of Hawaii to $100 million, the largest contribution by a single donor to any UH institution. Shidler initially gave the institution $25 million, then another $6 million to support its operations.

4 stores offer free Halloween reads during ComicFest

This Halloween, go on spook-filled adventures with Archie, Scooby-Doo, the Dynamic Duo and the Cutie Mark Crusaders by picking up free comic books during Halloween ComicFest on Oct. 25.

H.S. Football: Saint Louis beats Kamehameha, faces Punahou

The Saint Louis Crusaders ran the ball so much in the early going, and they kept going and going. The change of strategy worked.

Football: How they match up

The Rainbow Warrior football team will face off with the SDSU Aztecs. Here is how they match up.

Video: UH at San Diego State football preview
Flavor and variety are the operative words at the Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot that leaves everyone at the table feeling satisfied and soothed. • Also: Cajun King and Blue Tree Cafe   Story »

 Djou, Takai get outside boosts
Mainland political action groups that had been largely quiet in Hawaii since the August primary have this month begun spending in the race for the 1st Congressional District that pits former Republican congressman Charles Djou against veteran Demo­cratic state Rep. Mark Takai. Story »
 H.S. Football: Kahuku holds off Kapolei in tough defensive battle 
Kahuku's offense produced one big play Friday night. The Red Raiders defense made sure that would be enough to survive another week. Story »
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 Hawaii's Backyard: Master storytellers spin intriguing tales
In a sense, Jeff Gere has been a storyteller most of his life. Encouraged by his mother, who was a high school drama teacher, he performed in numerous school musicals and skits at community events when he was growing up as a "beach kid" in Southern California. Story »
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