Meeting every human need: The Salvation Army begins season of giving
NORTH HAWAII — “We go out prior to Thanksgiving and find people who most need a meal,” said Corps Sergeant Major Gary Todd, an eight-year veteran soldier with the Salvation Army of Hawaii, who — along with a squadron of 60-plus volunteers — delivers nearly 700 Thanksgiving dinners to grateful tables in Waimea, Waikoloa and Honokaa.
Teeing off: Kohala Golf Park par-3 course opens with Dec. 2 tournament
KAPAAU — The fairways are ready to roll at Kohala Golf Park, a long-term community volunteer effort that began earlier this year.
HHS teens develop their culinary and leadership skills
HONOKAA — Students in Honokaa High School’s Leadership Training Program will host the annual community Thanksgiving dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. this Wednesday in the school cafeteria.
Across the Universe
The Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope (CFHT) will host their annual Winter Star Party directly following the Waimea Christmas Parade on Dec. 2. The Star Party, occurring at CFHT’s Waimea offices, will begin at 7 p.m. and continue until 9 p.m. CFHT staff and members of the West Hawaii astronomy club will set telescopes on the front lawn for community members to view the stars above.
Laughter Therapy 11-20-17
Aloha and sorry about missing last week, but if you really, really need a good laugh (without my column) just look in the mirror! Ouch!
Tutu’s House
Tutu’s Quilters meets every Monday from 9:30 a.m.—noon, led by Kathy Lukens. This get-together is open to everyone from experienced to beginners as a chance to learn and practice quilting Hawaiian style. Initial supplies are provided or participants can bring something they are working on. Good company and encouragement are guaranteed.
Bringing home the trophies: Parker School Debate Team wins statewide sweepstakes tournament
WAIMEA — Parker School’s 37 debaters won 79 ballots Nov. 11 at the Punahou School Non-Qualifying Speech and Debate Tournament on Oahu, winning the trophy for the largest overall number of wins. Punahou School placed second with 51 ballots.
Merry Little Market showcases young entrepreneurs
WAIKOLOA VILLAGE — Sweets, treats, arts, activities and accessories are just a few of the items children will be selling at the community event from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 2 at the Waikoloa School cafeteria.
Filing domestic violence restraining orders becomes easier
Ex parte petition forms for temporary restraining orders (TRO) can now be dropped off at the South Kohala District Courthouse in Waimea. Victims can access the form 24/7 at the Waimea police station. After hours, the dispatch can be contacted via a phone by the door to request a TRO packet. Petitioners’ address and phone number be kept confidential.
Mouse House on display
Now through Jan. 6, the miniature hand-crafted village celebrates the spirit of the holiday season at Isaacs Art Center in Waimea. Toy stores, markets, fruit and vegetable stands, art and candy shops are “peopled” with tiny wooden mice scurrying to take flight as the reindeer on Santa’s sleigh. The Christmas panorama reflects the imagination and talent of beloved island painter and rancher Martha Greenwell. Artifacts featured in the display were assembled over eight years from the attic and tool shed of Greenwell’s Palani Ranch.
Solar Matter Bike Rally set for Friday
From 4-6 p.m. this Friday, bikers and walkers can join in the Blue Zones Project — North Hawaii activity to learn about renewable energy, safety and bike sharing.
Second annual Christmas wreath contest returns
Kamuela Inn will once again host the wreath competition. This year’s theme is Paniolo Country Christmas.
Nation & World briefs: 11-20-17
Justice Dept. sues to stop AT&T’s $85B Time Warner deal
Trump asks Supreme Court for full enforcement of travel ban
HONOLULU — The Trump administration on Monday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the latest travel ban to take full effect.
Defense bill includes over $300 million for Hawaii
HONOLULU — The $700 billion defense policy bill just passed by Congress states that North Korea nuclear and missile tests “constitute a grave and imminent threat” to Asia-Pacific security and calls for expansion of radar systems and a “sequenced approach” to the defense of Hawaii.
Island Air ticket holders urged to seek refunds ASAP
HONOLULU — The executive director of the state Office of Consumer Protection urges Hawaii consumers who purchased Island Air travel tickets to seek refunds from their credit or debit card providers.
Hawaii Island visitor found dead offshore of Old Kona Airport Park
KAILUA-KONA — Rescue crews recovered a body 1.5 miles offshore of Old Kona Airport Park early Monday.
South Kona man wanted
Hawaii Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 51-year-old South Kona man wanted for outstanding warrants.
New allegation against Franken, this time met with silence
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A woman says Al Franken pulled her in tightly and put his hand on her buttocks in 2010 while posing for a picture at the Minnesota State Fair, the second allegation of improper conduct against the Democrat and first involving his time as a senator.
Trump puts North Korea back on list of ‘state sponsors of terrorism’
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump put North Korea back on a U.S. list of “state sponsors of terrorism” Monday, a largely symbolic move that administration officials said will increase pressure on Pyongyang to give up its nuclear weapons arsenal.
