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Entries from April 27th, 2012

Is Honolulu really the 10th largest city in the U.S.?

April 27th, 2012 · 23 Comments · Consumer issues, Politics

Honolulu Mayor Peter Carlisle spoke at yesterday’s Think Tech/Venture Capital Association of Hawaii luncheon. He was followed by two panels on the theme, “”The Press weighs in on Rail,” at the Plaza Club. The mayor likes to tell audiences Honolulu is the country’s 10th largest city. I’ve heard the claim made before. The mayor says [...]

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Poof! The tax credits to Hollywood are up this a.m.

April 27th, 2012 · 1 Comment · Legislature, Politics

That bill to restore/extend the film tax credits is being rushed out into view this morning in a last minute conference committee meeting. The vehicle turns out to be HB 2869, HD2, SD2, with the great title, “Relating to the Economy.” House Conferees: Representatives Choy/Oshiro, Co-Chairs; Marumoto (ERB, FIN) Senate Conferees: Senators Fukunaga, Chair; Ige/Kouchi, [...]

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