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Six days after the rest of Hawaii voted, two Big Island precincts weigh in. Meanwhile, 800 previously uncounted ballots from Maui are added to the mix.

Data compiled by a research firm provides some insight into who is likely to cast a ballot today.

With U.S. Senate race hanging in balance, candidate Colleen Hanabusa had sought a delay in voting for the storm-damaged region on the Big Island.

Something unusual was happening well before challenger David Ige emerged that undermined the governors re-election bid.

Gov. Neil Abercrombie assesses the damage so he can ask for federal funds. He also distanced himself from the decision to hold an election on Friday.

UPDATED: U.S. Senate candidate says voters, still coping with Iselle’s aftermath, won’t have proper notice.

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz was the biggest spender at more than $1 million, followed by Gov. Neil Abercrombie at nearly a half-million.

Many people in the Puna district of Hawaii County are still without basic necessities, yet a U.S. Senate seat hangs in the balance.

Congresswoman says voters in storm-wracked area are disenfranchised, receiving “disparate treatment” from Hawaii Elections Office.

But their federal offices are in close contact with Big Island officials helping the storm-ravaged rural region.