BIIF volleyball: Ka ‘Umeke wins second; KSH wins back-to-back
KA ‘UMEKE 3 – CHRISTIAN LIBERTY 2
Your Views for April 14
Utility hurts working people
Volcano Watch: HVO and collaborators continue seismic surveys across the active volcanoes of Hawaii
The Island of Hawai‘i is one of the most seismically active regions in the world. In the last five years, an average of 600-1200 earthquakes per week have been detected by the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. This regular rumble of activity across the island can be used to our advantage to assess the hazards that Kilauea and Mauna Loa volcanoes represent.
Obituaries for April 14
Atsuko Murakami Cabanas, 106, of Hilo died March 10 at Hale Anuenue Restorative Care Center. Born in Hakalau, she was a retired co-owner and seamstress for the former S. Cabanas Tailor. Private services held. No flowers or koden (monetary gifts). Survived by son, Wendell (Gabriella) Cabanas of Hilo; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Toughman youth kickboxing returns this weekend to Hilo
The new season of Toughman Hawaii Next Generation youth kickboxing will begin this weekend, on Saturday at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium in Hilo.
Resistance to roundabout: Draft EA released for proposed Waikoloa Village project
The public comment period addressing the draft environmental assessment for the Waikoloa Road/Paniolo Avenue roundabout concluded Monday, with community members expressing concern over the finding of no significant impact recommended in the report.
Uncle Miles Kitchen departs Hilo airport
After 15 years of serving travelers, Uncle Miles Kitchen has closed at the Hilo International Airport.
Tropical Gardening: April showers to bring spring flowers
As the sun gets stronger, many shrubs, trees and especially vines can grow at a rapid pace. This makes vines great for covering unsightly fences like concrete or chain link. Good fences and hedges make good neighbors goes the old saying, and maybe in the old days it was the case. Stone walls are traditional and impressive, but expensive. Today, we have so many choices that an unattractive fence or hedge might create all kinds of neighbor problems depending on type of material used.
Obituaries for April 12
Donata Madriaga Alonzo, 92, of Keaau died Feb. 22 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Bantay, Ilocos Sur, Philippines, she was a retired factory worker for Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut and member of the Keaau Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Visitation 4-6 p.m. Thursday (April 18) at Dodo Mortuary Chapel. Wake service at 6 p.m. Visitation again 10-11 a.m. Friday, April 19, at Keaau Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Casual attire. Burial 12:30 p.m. at Homelani Memorial Park, Ilima Section. Survived by children, Freming (Dennis Michaels) Alonzo of Hilo, Eddie Alonzo and Ruben Alonzo of Keaau, Pearl (Ryan) Alonzo Oshita of Honolulu; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; cousins, nieces, and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Micronesians assist own rescue from remote island with makeshift ‘HELP’ sign
The U.S. Coast Guard saved three Micronesians on Tuesday from a remote, 31-acre island near Guam after the trio of stranded fishermen spelled out “HELP” on a beach using palm leaves.
Obituaries for April 11
Martie Buchanan, 80, of Hilo died March 26 at home. She was a volunteer at Hawaii Care Choices, gallery greeter at East Hawaii Cultural Center, friend of Bill W.’s and member of the Mohouli Community. No flowers. Memorial donations to Hawaii Care Choices. Survived by daughter, Tiare Giardina; son-in-law, Lawrence Giardina; brother, Bill Buchanan; a grandson.
Your Views for April 11
Taxpayers deserve a refund for rail
UH-Hilo Performing Arts Center presents ‘Happily Eva Afta’
Fairy tales will take on a local twist during the University of Hawaii at Hilo Performing Arts Center’s annual spring musical, “Happily Eva Afta.”
Obituaries for April 10
John Agcawile Ancheta, 82, of Honokaa died Jan. 6 at North Hawaii Community Hospital. Born in Paauhau, he was a retired equipment operator for the former Hamakua Sugar Co. and retired truck driver for Hapuna Beach Prince Beach Hotel. Celebration of life noon Saturday, April 20, at Paauilo Hongwanji Hall. Survived by wife, Geraldine Ancheta of Honokaa; daughters, Laura (Anthony) Ross of Waimea, Sui-Lin (Damien) Maikui of Hilo and Ku‘ulei (Daryl) Ancheta of Honolulu; son, Paul (Fay) Ancheta of Honokaa; brothers, Maurice Ancehta of North Carolina and Anthony (Benita) Ancheta of Waimea; sisters, Alice Panui Jr. of Honolulu and Luana Ancheta-Kauwe of Hilo; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
Your Views for April 10
Higher standards needed for teachers
The Hawaiian steel guitar changed American music. Can one man keep that tradition alive?
KAILUA — Quincy Cortez plucks at a slim black box laid across his legs, his fingers flashing silver.
Let’s Talk Food: Let’s eat healthy
According to Conde Nast Traveler, the ten healthiest countries in the world are as follows:
Track and field action continues at Kamehameha
As the BIIF track and field season approaches its midpoint, the isle’s athletes continue to break records and rank among the best in the state, and even among the best in the country.
