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‘Hactivists’ to focus talents on houseless support services

Designers to create iconography in conjunction with the Institute for Human Services, the Interagency Council on the Homeless, and the Hawaii Community Development Authority. (Updated with video)

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Hotel workers union ratifies contract with Hyatt Regency Waikiki

After three-year dispute, new contract provides thousands of dollars in back pay

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This 12-year-old Las Vegas kid learned to code, built 5 apps, and is speaking at SXSW

If you're working on coding programs for Hawaii youth, this is inspiration for you

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A very costly tweet

Check it out, @honolulupolice – this is the way to use Twitter.

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Last stand for rail opposition

In San Francisco, a three-judge panel from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals heard from the opposition to Honolulu's rail project. Watch the video.

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Slight drop in Oahu inflation

Consumer goods and services are to blame for a drop in inflation for the first six months of 2013.

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What’s your favorite Barter Bar transaction?

Barter Bar opens for deals Thursday evening. We're asking participants to share their favorite experiences.

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Councilman in search of a new office

Honolulu City Councilman Breene Harimoto is "seriously considering" entering the Hawaii Senate race.

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Save the Date: Quotes, August 28, 6:30 PM at The Box Jelly

The Box Jelly and The Hawaii Independent present smart conversation and great company.

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