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  Hilo, Hawai'i - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Hilo expanded as sugar plantations in the surrounding area drew in many workers from Asia, and the city became a trading center.
Aftermath of the 1960 Chilean tsunami in Hilo, Hawai
Hilo in recent years has seen commercial and population growth as the neighboring district of Puna became the fastest-growing region in the state.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Hilo,_Hawaii   (960 words)

  
 Aloha-Hawaii.com: Hilo Hawaii
Hilo is the Big Island’s county seat and largest city—population 40,759—yet it has maintained all the ambience of an old-fashioned small town.
In ancient Hawaii, Hilo was a bustling center of trade, where natives commonly made deal with their neighbors across the Wailuku River.
Each spring, Hilo is also the setting for the Merrie Monarch Festival, the most prestigious and highly anticipated hula competition in the world.
hawaii.aloha-hawaii.com /hawaii/hilo   (474 words)

  
 University of Hawaii at Hilo Vulcans
Hilo, Hawaii — The season is over for the University of Hawaii at Hilo men’s soccer team as the Vulcans dropped the season finale 3-0 to Grand Canyon University.
Hilo, Hawaii — With their thoughts on an injured teammate, the University of Hawaii at Hilo women’s soccer team fell to Grand Canyon University 5-0 in the season finale.
Hilo, Hawaii — The University of Hawaii at Hilo hosts the Pacific West Conference cross country championship race on Saturday, October 21 on the UHH athletic complex.
vulcans.uhh.hawaii.edu   (1227 words)

  
 Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo lies on the east coast of the Island of Hawaii in the heart of Hilo Bay, whose crescent shape has earned it the name "Crescent moon Bay".
Hilo is Big Island's main town and an important center of agriculture (sugar cane and flowers), as well as a significant port.
Hilo is a suitable starting point for exploring the various places of interest nearby such as the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, only 32 miles/50km away, several waterfalls and tropical rainforests.
www.planetware.com /hawaii/hilo-us-hi-hh.htm   (350 words)

  
 CLIA - Cruise Line International Association
From glistening waterfalls to bubbling volcanoes, this island is as diverse as it is spectacular.
The sands of Hilo range from green to fl to a golden yellow depending on where you are.
Hilo is rich in culture and heritage, and the accommodations and activities are surprisingly reasonable.
www.cruising.org /planyourcruise/wwdest/overview.cfm?recordID=110   (449 words)

  
 1st Rate lodging, travel and activity guide for Hilo, Hawaii
A trip to Hilo is a trip to the lush, green, breathtakingly photographic side of Hawai`i Island.
Hilo is blessed with more rain than any other city in the U.S. (averaging about 120" annually), and the gulches and hillsides around the Hilo area have more shades of green than there are names for.
Hilo (pronounced hee-low) is the town time forgot, with its false-front stores, covered sidewalks, and small town charm.
www.hilo-hawaii.com /hilo.html   (1083 words)

  
 Homes For Sale In Hawaii - Hawaii Big Island Real Estate - Hilo Homes For Sale - Doris Smith - Guide to Hawaii County
The Island of Hawaii is all one governmental unit, the County of Hawaii.
Hawaii has the same rules as federal law for the tax treatment of gains made on the sale of a principal residence.
Hawaii’s quarantine law is designed to protect residents and pets from potentially serious health problems associated with the presence and spread of rabies.
www.hilo-realestate.com /communityprofile2.html   (2454 words)

  
 Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo, while it sometimes looks like hell, is also famous for its botanical biceps.
Following a devastating tsunami in 1960, Hilo transformed its waterfront into Bayfront Park, a lazy stretch of fl sand beach where local canoe races are held.
Hilo is Hawaii’s blooming backyard as well as its homiest town, even if the barbecue happens to be a drive-up volcano.
www.viamagazine.com /top_stories/articles/hilo05.asp   (782 words)

  
 Aloha and Welcome To Downtown Hilo!   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Hilo flows down the lower slopes of Mauna Kea.
The town straddles a tranquil river with waterfalls and lush vegetation.
When you're in town, stop by the Hilo Information Center in the Mo'oheau Bus Terminal at 329 Kamehameha Avenue or any of a number of shops, and ask for your free copy of the Walking Tour of Historic Downtown.
www.downtownhilo.com   (162 words)

  
 NWRC - Hilo, Hawaii Field Station
The Hawaii field station was established in 1967 to conduct research to reduce rodent depredation in Hawaiian agricultural crops, particularly sugarcane and macadamia nuts.
Biologists at the Hawaii Field Station conduct laboratory and field studies to develop biological and ecological data needed for more effective use of new and existing methods to control rat damage.
In addition to addressing wildlife problems in agricultural crops, station biologists are also involved in applying the knowledge and techniques gained in agricultural settings to develop appropriate methods and tools for controlling rats in native ecosystems.
www.aphis.usda.gov /ws/nwrc/field/hilo.html   (165 words)

  
 Hilo Hawaii adult day care for frail elders and adults with special needs
Hawaii Island Adult Care, Inc. (HIAC) is a private non-profit organization providing health and social services for the frail elderly, physically and/or mentally-challenged adults and patients with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia.
Hilo Adult Day Center offers a home-like, safe and supportive daytime environment for seniors and younger adults who are physically and/or mentally challenged and for persons with Alzheimer's disease.
Hilo Adult Day Center's philosophy is based on a deep commitment to health and human care.
www.hiloadultdaycare.org   (559 words)

  
 University of Hawaii at Hilo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
i at Hilo is one of ten branches of the University of Hawai
Principal sports venues are the new UH Hilo gymnasium, the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium, Dr. Francis Wong Stadium, UH Hilo Tennis courts, and UH Hilo Softball field.
Supporters of the separation argue that the growing Hilo campus is "shortchanged" by its sister campus in Mānoa and that being independent of the system would allow the college to grow faster, better serve the community, and draw in more money from independent sources.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/University_of_Hawaii_at_Hilo   (679 words)

  
 Institute for Astronomy, University of Hawaii
The Hilo base facility of the Institute for Astronomy in the University Park supports the Institute's telescope operations on Mauna Kea and provides expansion space for its technology and instrumentation development, teaching, and outreach programs.
The building, at the University of Hawaii Hilo Research and Technology Park, was dedicated on February 23, 2001.
The IfA Hilo Facility is equipped with shops and laboratories for the development and maintenance of scientific instruments and telescopes, library, auditorium and remote telescope operation rooms.
www.ifa.hawaii.edu /hilo   (344 words)

  
 University of Hawaii at Hilo campus overview - University of Hawaii System
The Big Island of Hawai‘i is a natural living laboratory of active volcanoes, deep oceans, the world's best telescopes and a rich cultural landscape.
National Rankings UH Hilo ranks in the top 10 for both ethnic diversity and the low percentage of students with debt at graduation, according to U.S. News and World Reports.
The University of Hawai‘i is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
www.hawaii.edu /campuses/hilo.html   (181 words)

  
 Hilo, Hawaii USA   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
One of the most popular scenic attractions in the town of Hilo, Hawaii is Rainbow Falls.
This is the new, revised photo section for the town of Hilo.
I also briefly walked around in Downtown Hilo and ventured to the old Palace Theater which is in the process of being restored and is run by a non-profit community group.
hotspotshawaii.com /melpages/Hilo1.html   (229 words)

  
 Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce - Hilo - Hawaii Island
Aloha and Welcome to the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce website, a place that offers access to a wide range of valuable information on the Big Island and a guide to business and related opportunities.
Our purpose as a non-profit organization is to provide leadership via services and advocacy for the business community and to promote the economic well-being of Hawaii Island as a whole.
For those of you who are interested in becoming a Member, some of the benefits are the ability to network with others who are committed to improving the commerce of East Hawaii in the 21st century and to promote your business through advertising opportunities (website and newsletter).
www.gohilo.com   (224 words)

  
 Safari Helicopters -- Helicopter Tours of Hawaii. Explore Hawaii by air with Safari Helicopter Tours. Tours of Kauai ...   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Preston is always looking for ways to improve his passengers' overall experience, as a result, he has made his mark on Hawaii's helicopter tour industry by introducing many new innovations.
Flying the newest A-Star helicopters in Hawaii, and proud of their perfect safety record, Safari Helicopters has received accolades from visitors and tour professionals alike for over thirty years.
No trip to Kauai or the Big Island of Hawaii is complete without a helicopter tour of the remote wilderness areas.
www.safarihelicopters.com   (860 words)

  
 Hawaii Tribune-Herald :: Hilo, Hawaii
Editor's note: This is the second installment in a three-day series of articles examining the rising violence in Hawaii Island schools.
The emergency alert system wasn't perfect and changes will be made, but for the most part it worked in the immediate aftermath of the Oct. 15 earthquakes that knocked out power to much of the Big Island, said Civil Defense head Troy Kindred.
Content on this site may not be archived, retransmitted, saved in a database, or used for any commercial purpose without the express written permission of Hawaii Tribune Herald.
www.hawaiitribune-herald.com /local_news   (191 words)

  
 Hilolani Home Development - Hilo Hawaii
The Hilo International Airport is only two miles away and within walking distance is the Puainako Town Center, with two supermarkets, McDonalds, Jack-In-The-Box, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Subway, Baskin and Robbins and Long’s Drugstore.
Within a ten minute drive is the downtown Hilo government and industrial areas, the main branch library and main post office, the municipal golf course, the Rainforest Zoo, Liliokalani Gardens, Hilo Bay, and Leieiwi Beach Park.
The University of Hawaii Hilo Campus is only 1/2 mile away.
www.hilolani.com   (319 words)

  
 THE CHURCH IN HILO - Lovers of Jesus affiliated with local churches, Watchman Nee, Witness Lee (Welcome Page)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
The church in Hilo, Hawaii warmly welcomes you.
As is true of all believers in Christ, we are members of His one Body, the church.
In order to practice the oneness of the Body with all the Christians in Hilo, we meet as the church in Hilo.
www.churchinhilo.org   (179 words)

  
 KCIF 90.3 Hilo Hawaii
KCIF Radio exists for the purpose of proclaiming the Good News of salvation through Jesus Christ, Teaching the Bible in order to equip believers for growth and service, and to promote the unity we have in Jesus among the local churches.
The new tower is one step toward our objective covering the Island of Hawaii with the gospel of Jesus Christ..
The new tower at Shipman Business Park is up and working everyday sending out the KCIF signal to Hilo and Puna.
www.kcifhawaii.org   (118 words)

  
 Hilo, Hawaii
Recycle Hawaii, a non-profit educational organization, based in Hilo, which facilitates recycling on the island of Hawaii, presentations on recycling, and composting to any group, business, or school.
Based in Hilo, we are actively working towards reuse of the Hawaii waste stream.
Tax Foundation of Hawaii - E Komo Mai - The Tax Foundation of Hawaii is a private non-partisan, non-profit educational organization established in 1953 to encourage efficiency and economy in state and local government in Hawaii.
www.geocities.com /bamboosus   (740 words)

  
 Hawaii Tribune-Herald :: Hilo, Hawaii
Parents worried about escalating school violence are calling for two measures that may appear deceptively simple: more community involvement and better communication.
Kids mingled on the front lawn of Hilo Intermediate School after classes recently.
When the Hawaii High School Athletic Association playoffs begin next week on Oahu, Big Island schools will find themselves on the bottom half of the brackets again.
www.hilohawaiitribune.com   (275 words)

  
 Shipman House Inn Bed and Breakfast in Hilo, Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
Shipman House is the perfect inn for guests who love the history, gardens and comfortable living of Old Hawai`i.
As Hilo's best accommodation, Shipman House offers the gracious, unpretentious hospitality of a fifth generation Island family in a home listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The mansion is Hilo's Historic Accommodation and is listed on both the State of Hawai`i and National Registers
www.hilo-hawaii.com /index.html   (110 words)

  
 Hilo Bed and Breakfast - Hawaii Big Island Vacation accommodations
Our Accommodations are located on a quiet cul-de-sac in cool Hilo, Hawaii, the Big Island.
Come and enjoy the panoramic view of Hilo Bay from the lanai.
We are situated near Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Akaka Falls, Rainbow Falls, and Boiling Pots.
www.hilohawaiibandb.com   (148 words)

  
 `Imiloa: Astronomy Center of Hawai`i   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-06)
`Imiloa Astronomy Center of Hawai`i tells dual stories of the renowned Maunakea volcano, with its world-famous astronomy and rich traditions of Hawaiian culture.
Located on a nine-acre campus above the University of Hawaii-Hilo, with spectacular views of Hilo Bay, 'Imiloa Astronomy Center (formerly called Maunakea Astronomy Education Center) provides a unique experience for visitors, students, and families seeking to explore the connections between Hawaiian cultural traditions and the science of astronomy.
Framed by a rich Polynesian tradition of exploration,`Imiloa is Hawai'i’s premier facility for interpreting the deepest mysteries of the universe, being unraveled by the Maunakea observatories—the world’s largest and most important collection of telescopes.
www.imiloahawaii.org   (296 words)

  
 Home - Nautilus Dive Center, Hilo Hawaii
f you want to explore the waters of East Hawaii, the Nautilus Dive Center in Hilo is prepared to meet your needs.
In East Hawaii most of the diving is done from shore, and there are several good spots in the Hilo area.
Bill De Rooy, the owner and operator of the Nautilus Dive Center since 1982, is enthusiastic about diving in East Hawaii and can direct you to some choice spots around the island, and he can also arrange to charter a boat for you if you so
www.nautilusdivehilo.com   (339 words)

  
 Hilo, Hawaii, HI - Discount Cruises, Last-Minute Cruises, Short Notice Cruises - Vacations To Go
Hilo, Hawaii, HI To search for cruises which visit or depart from this port, click here.
Hilo is located on the lush, windward side of the Big Island, and it is the starting point for excursions to Kilauea Volcano.
Drive around the 11-mile rim of the crater or tour the dramatic lava formations of Volcanoes National Park.
www.vacationstogo.com /cruiseports/viewport.cfm?port=336   (285 words)

  
 Hilo Homes for Sale. Real Estate in Hilo, Hawaii
Browse Homes.com for Hilo, Hawaii homes for sale, Hilo HI Real Estate Agents or real estate agents, plus Hilo, HI apartments and houses for rent.
Then contact any of the Hilo Real Estate Agents for professional assistance finding your Hilo area home.
So whether you are wondering what your home value is, looking for an agent to help you buy or sell your real estate, or just looking to browse properties in your area, it's all right here.
www.homes.com /Real_Estate/HI/City/HILO   (317 words)

  
 Homes For Sale In Hawaii - Hawaii Big Island Real Estate - Hilo Homes For Sale
In Hawaii, the eastern section of the island is graced with breathtaking ocean views, small farms, old plantations and a wide mix of cultures.
Not to mention, Hilo homes for sale are some of the most affordable in the state of Hawaii.
Choose from a wide variety of Informational sites about Hawaii and Hilo to help make your move across the ocean as smooth as possible.
www.hilo-realestate.com /?id=www.RealtyImages.com   (490 words)

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