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SEATTLE ˜ Alaska Airlines today announced it will offer Aircell’s Gogo® Inflight Internet service on all Alaska’s aircraft.

With Gogo, Alaska Airlines passengers will be able to browse the Web; access online music, games, podcasts and webcasts; send and receive e-mail; and connect to virtual private networks while flying. The easy-to-use service will provide passengers with full Internet access on any Wi-Fi-equipped laptop or personal electronic device at speeds similar to wireless mobile broadband services on the ground.

“With more than 730 systems already flying, Aircell has a proven track record of deploying affordable inflight Wi-Fi services to airline customers,” said Steve Jarvis, Alaska’s vice president of marketing, sales and customer experience. “Their reliable, lower-cost equipment can be installed quickly, allowing Alaska Airlines to introduce Gogo service to our customers as soon as possible.”

Alaska and Aircell are currently working to install the Gogo service on a Boeing 737-800 and will begin testing to secure certification from the Federal Aviation Administration. Once Aircell’s equipment has been certified for Alaska’s 737s, the airline will start outfitting its entire fleet, beginning with its 737-800s serving longer routes.

“Alaska Airlines has a rich history of leveraging innovative technologies to create the best possible customer experience,” said Michael Small, Aircell’s president and chief executive officer. “We are proud they have selected the Gogo service to offer their customers a choice in how they spend their time while traveling. The ability to surf the Net and send e-mail will enhance the inflight experience for Alaska Airlines’ passengers.”

The Gogo system, currently available in the U.S. lower 48 states, will be offered to customers at a cost of $4.95 and up, based on length of flight and device used. To ensure the service is available to the airline’s namesake state, Aircell will expand its network to provide Gogo Inflight Internet service on flights to, from and between key destinations in the state of Alaska.

Last year Alaska Airlines successfully tested a satellite-based inflight Wi-Fi service offered by Row 44. However, the airline ultimately chose Aircell’s Gogo service to speed fleet-wide installation and Wi-Fi availability for customers.

Note to news media: High-resolution photographs of Aircell’s Gogo® Inflight Internet service are available for download at newsroom at alaskaair.com/newsroom . Broadcast quality B-roll is available for download bit.ly/dvPndg

About Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air, subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group (NYSE: ALK), together serve more than 90 cities through an expansive network in Alaska, the Lower 48, Hawaii, Canada and Mexico. Alaska Airlines ranked “Highest in Customer Satisfaction Among Traditional Network Carriers” in the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 and 2009 North America Airline Satisfaction StudiesSM. For reservations, visit alaskaair.com. For more news and information, visit the Alaska Airlines/Horizon Air Newsroom at alaskaair.com/newsroom.

About Aircell®

Aircell® is the world’s leading provider of airborne communications. As the winner of an exclusive FCC frequency license in 2006, Aircell has built a revolutionary mobile broadband network for commercial and business aviation. In 2008, the Aircell Network and its inflight portal, Gogo®, revolutionized the commercial airline passenger flight experience by delivering a robust Internet experience at 35,000 feet. In addition, the Aircell Network provides airlines with connectivity to operations and a path to enhanced cabin services such as video, audio, television and more. A similar feature set is available to business aircraft operators. Aircell has facilities in Broomfield, Colo., and Itasca, Ill. Aircell’s vision is to give everyone the ability to stay in touch, in flight®. For more information about Aircell, please visit www.aircell.com

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Aloha all,

On February 10th, 2010, Google announced “Google Fiber”, an experimental project in which it will install fiber high speed interconnects to a selected area in the United States. The fiber internet connection will provide up to 1 Gigabit per second internet connection to homes in the selected communities. Thats over 100 time faster than the fastest internet currently available to the residents of Hawaii.

The Google trial will provide this connection to at least 50,000 users with a maximum of 500,000 users. That equates to everyone on the Big Island!

Google has asked that local governments and residents express their interest in receiving the Google Fiber project in their area. We have established a website that will help provide information necessary for residents of the Big Island as well as city, state, and county officials in contacting Google and voicing our desire for ultra-fast high speed internet on the Big Island.

Please help by forwarding this email to everyone you know, and ask them to vote for the Big Island. Instructions on how to contact Google are listed on the website.

www.bigislandfiber.org

Thank you,

Big Island Internet Initiative

From the Oceanic Time Warner website

Thursday January 28th 10AM-2PM
On the Big Island in Hilo customers may experience intermittent high speed internet and home phone service due to planned maintenance.

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Newspaper publishers experienced a single-year decline in total revenue of 8.3 percent — from $47.9 billion in 2007 to $43.9 billion in 2008. This followed a more modest decline of 2.7 percent in 2007, the U.S. Census Bureau reported today.

A major contributor to the overall loss in revenues for the industry was the decline in advertising space revenue for general newspapers, which dropped 10.2 percent — from $30.9 billion in 2007 to $27.8 billion in 2008. Revenue from newspaper subscriptions remained largely unchanged over the period, from $8.3 billion in 2007 to $8.2 billion in 2008.

These estimates come from the 2008 Service Annual Survey: Information Sector Services. The survey provides national estimates of annual revenue and expenses for industries primarily engaged in producing, processing and distributing data, which range from motion picture production to libraries.

“When we measure information as a commodity, it allows us to track trends in various industries, such as newspaper publishers, motion picture and sound recording industries, and radio and television broadcasting, that produce and distribute information as the source of their revenue,” said Mark Wallace, chief of the Service Sector Statistics Division at the U.S. Census Bureau. “Businesses can then use these data to examine market share, evaluate business potential and plan their investment strategies.”

Radio stations saw a 6.7 percent decline in revenues in 2008 — from $13.6 billion to $12.7 billion — a decrease from the relatively flat levels observed since 2005. Local radio station air time revenue for broadcasting advertising and program content (commercials, infomercials, real estate listings and sponsorships) fell 9.5 percent — from $9.0 billion in 2007 to $8.1 billion in 2008.

Cable and other subscription programming, such as producing and broadcasting television programs for cable and satellite television systems, continued to see increased revenues, climbing from $40.9 billion in 2007 to $45.1 billion in 2008 — an 10.1 percent increase.

Over the same period, Internet publishing and broadcasting revenues grew 19.8 percent from $16.7 billion to $20 billion, spurred in part by the increase in revenue from one of its sources, publishing and broadcasting of Internet content, which increased 19.6 percent — from $8.7 billion in 2007 to $10.4 billion in 2008.

Summary data (total revenue and total expenses) are provided at the sector, subsector and industry group level for the survey year and past years. Detailed expense data are published for select sectors and subsectors. Industry specific data, such as product line and detailed revenue (source of funding), are provided for selected industries.

The information sector is classified under the North American Industry Classification System as NAICS 51.

Estimates in this report are based on data from the 2008 Service Annual Survey and apply only to employer firms. They contain sampling and nonsampling errors. To keep the identity of an individual firm confidential, some estimates may be suppressed. Users making their own estimates based on the survey estimates should cite the U.S. Census Bureau as the source of the original estimates only. See www.census.gov/svsd/www/cv.html for measures of sampling variability and other survey information.

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HONOLULU – Governor Linda Lingle vetoed HB 1405 today because this legislation has immediate and adverse consequences for residents and businesses of Hawai‘i. This legislation would place Hawai‘i companies at a competitive disadvantage. As a consequence of this bill, Hawai‘i businesses would no longer be able to receive commissions for advertisements on their website that link to numerous national and international firms that offer goods and services to Hawai‘i residents.

Already Amazon.com and Overstock.com have officially sent out notification that they are severing their “affiliate” relationships with Hawai‘i. Other well known internet-based firms, such as eBay are likely to do the same if prompt action is not taken. Hawai‘i residents can still order directly through these online retailers’ websites.

“I am vetoing this bill immediately to help ensure Hawai‘i is not economically hurt by legislation that was not well thought-out and would have negative consequences for non-profits such as the University of Hawai‘i bookstore, and businesses throughout our State,” Governor Lingle said. “I am hopeful by vetoing this bill that mainland-based companies will promptly restore their relationships with our State.”

The Attorney General found that HB 1405 HD2 SD2 CD1 may be legally defective in that it may violate Article III, Section 14 of the Hawai‘i State Constitution. This Article provides that each law shall embrace only one subject which shall be expressed in its title. The scope of HB 1405 may be broader than its title indicates and thus the legislation may not meet the constitutional test.

“We are hopeful the Legislature will recognize this legal flaw and not act to overturn my decision to veto this measure,” Governor Lingle added.

The Legislature can convene on July 15, 2009 to determine if they will sustain or override the Governor’s actions on any measures she vetoes between July 1, 2009 and July 15, 2009. On June 30, 2009 the Governor issued a list of 65 bills passed during the 2009 Legislative session that she is reviewing for potential veto action. This is one of those bills.

The Governor’s statement of objections regarding HB 1405 is attached and can also be found on the Governor’s website at: www.hawaii.gov/gov/initiatives/veto.

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From June 1 – 15, 2009, the Hawaii State Public Library System (HSPLS) will be one of 636 libraries chosen to participate in the U.S. IMPACT web Internet survey to study how people like you use the free computers and Internet connections in public libraries.  This nationwide survey is being conducted by the University of Washington Information School, and is sponsored by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

The goal of the U.S. IMPACT studies is to collect evidence about the ways computers in public libraries help people and their communities nationwide. While some researchers believe that library computers are used mostly for entertainment, librarians report that people use them to find jobs, stay connected with family and friends, to research health information and a variety of other purposes.  The information gathered will be used to improve library internet services, and to inform policy makers about how best to fund and support these services.

You can help us by logging on to the HSPLS website at www.librarieshawaii.org and taking the web survey between June 1 and 15. The survey is completely anonymous, and will take just 10 to 15 minutes to complete.

For more information, please contact your local library, or visit the IMPACT studies web site at http://impact.ischool.washington.edu/.

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A new Web site from the Hawaii County Office of the Mayor is being launched today at www.hawconews.com.

The site includes press releases, features, announcements, photo galleries and video provided by the Mayor and his staff, and County press releases that will be cataloged on the site by geographical district. You will also find links to local weather, the latest volcano news, and the day’s news headlines from a variety of island media sites.

The Mayor’s office staff hopes visitors to the site will find it enjoyable and informative. Additional features and capabilities will be developed over time and your input is welcome.

Contact the Web site administrator via e-mail at cohinfo@co.hawaii.hi.us.

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Hawaiian Telcom to facilitate balance sheet restructuring through Chapter 11; Company operations to continue without interruption

HONOLULU — Hawaiian Telcom Communications, Inc., announced Monday, Dec. 1 that to continue its balance sheet restructuring process and ensure the company’s long-term financial health, it has filed voluntary petitions for relief under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware in Wilmington. The company will continue to operate its business without interruption.

As is standard in such cases, Hawaiian Telcom is seeking relief from the Court that will enable it to continue to operate its business without interruption to customers, employees and other critical constituents. The requests include authority to honor all customer programs such as discounts and rebates, to continue to pay wages and salaries, and to continue various benefits for employees. In addition, the company will seek authority to use its existing cash collateral to fund operations.

“Our decision to restructure through a Chapter 11 filing allows the company to reduce its level of debt and reorganize its business, so we can emerge a stronger and more financially secure company better able to compete in the ever-changing communications industry. I strongly believe that the filing provides the right course of action to support what is in the best interests of our customers, employees, suppliers and other valued constituents.” said Eric K. Yeaman, Hawaiian Telcom’s president and chief executive officer.

“Hawaiian Telcom has proudly served the communications needs of Hawaii’s local community for over 125 years and our dedication to providing our customers with the best quality service remains the Company’s highest priority going forward,” Yeaman said.

As previously disclosed, the company has been working with its creditors since October on a balance sheet restructuring that would be amenable to all parties while protecting the interests of the company’s customers, employees and other constituents. After careful consideration, Hawaiian Telcom determined a Chapter 11 filing provided the best means to restructure its debt with minimal impact to the business.

Hawaiian Telcom’s actions are a result of increased competition in an ever-evolving communications industry, an inability to satisfy its capital expenditure needs while continuing to meet its debt service requirements, a significant downturn in the economy, as well as the difficulties in the transition of certain back office functions from Verizon following the 2005 acquisition.

While operating under Chapter 11, the company plans to continue implementing its strategic plan, which is focused on improving its customer service, enhancing processes and systems to rebuild customer and community confidence in the company, simplifying its existing product offerings while focusing on the introduction of new products, and leveraging its network infrastructure.

“The Hawaiian Telcom board fully supports the company’s actions and believes that Eric Yeaman and his management team are making the hard, but necessary decisions to address the company’s financial challenges,” said Walter Dods, Hawaiian Telcom’s chairman of the board. “As the state’s premier communications company, I am pleased that Hawaiian Telcom’s service, which is critical to the people of Hawaii, will continue without interruption.”

Hawaiian Telcom has sufficient liquidity to support its ongoing operating expenses in the near future. As of Nov. 30, the company had approximately $75 million of cash on hand. This cash collateral, the use of which is subject to Court approval, will fund among other things, employee wages, customer programs, payments to vendors and suppliers, and the overall operation of our network.

The company continues to work closely with the PUC and other local government agencies and officials during this process.

Hawaiian Telcom has set-up a toll-free reorganization hotline, (888) 733-1409, for customers, employees, or other interested parties. In addition, parties are encouraged to visit the company Web site at www.hawaiiantel.com, for updates and other information.

Forward-Looking Statements

In addition to historical information, this release includes certain statements and predictions that constitute forwardlooking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In particular, any statement, projection or estimate that includes or references the words “believes”, “anticipates”, “intends”, “expects”, or any similar expression falls within the safe harbor of forward-looking statements contained in the Reform Act. Actual results or outcomes may differ materially from those indicated or suggested by any such forward-looking statement for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to, Hawaiian Telcom’s ability to maintain its market position in communications services, including wireless, wireline and Internet services; general economic trends affecting the purchase or supply of communication services; world and national events that may affect the ability to provide services; changes in the regulatory environment; any rulings, orders or decrees that may be issued by any court or arbitrator; restrictions imposed under various credit facilities and debt instruments; work stoppages caused by labor disputes; adjustments resulting from year-end audit procedures; and Hawaiian Telcom’s ability to develop and launch new products and services. More information on potential risks and uncertainties is available in recent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including Hawaiian Telcom’s annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2007 and its current report on Form 8-K dated Nov. 3, 2008. The information contained in this release is as of Sept. 30, 2008. It is anticipated that subsequent events and developments will cause estimates to change.

About Hawaiian Telcom

Hawaiian Telcom is the state’s leading telecommunications provider, offering a wide spectrum of telecommunications products and services, which include local and long distance service, managed services, highspeed Internet, and wireless services.