Kona Jul 31 - Huggo's Wahine Billfish Tournament

Huggo's Wahine Billfish Tournament is one of the largest ladies fishing tournament in the world. The tournament briefing will be held at Huggo's "On the Rocks" bar on Friday July 30th at 6:00 pm.  The full day of fishing starts Saturday July 31st at 8:00 am, from Kailua Bay. This is a charity event in support of the Family Support Services of West Hawaii. Entry forms can be down loaded at www.huggos.com.

Hertz to Buy Dollar/Thrifty

Pending government approval Hertz Global Holdings will buy the Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group for $41 a share, the two rivals announced on Apr 26.

Hertz Advantage Dollar Thrifty would obtain a 26% market share, currently Enterprise Alamo National has around 53% and Avis Budget 20%.