Laughter Therapy: 08-11-19
Aloha, all!
Bezona column: How to get that tropical look anywhere
On our way to Colombia, we have seen gardens with a lush tropical look even in New York City.
HVO now tracking recently discovered volcano water
VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK The recent appearance of water at the bottom of Halemaumau, a crater at the summit of Kilauea Volcano, has attracted wide attention and generated many questions.
Tropical Gardening Helpline: Summer heat breeds pesky garden problems
Ray asks: I have noticed lots of new problems in my garden lately. I dont think I have made any maintenance changes, what could be going on?
Monday brings first day of public school classes
KAILUA-KONA Its a day filled with excitement, anticipation, apprehension and a few fears and tears.
Can you have a Baja-style fish taco with just veggies? Sure
A true Baja California experience requires sunny, breezy patios and a plate of tacos. We aimed to re-create the feel of a Baja-style fish taco in our home kitchen, instead bringing veggies to the forefront.
Power out? Here’s what to do with refrigerated and frozen foods
Intense and fierce storms bring heavy winds and rains and can knock out power for many people.
How to grill tuna with a smoky char and a tender interior
Perfectly grilled ahi (tuna) steaks should combine a hot, smoky, charred exterior with a cool, rare center.
About Town: 08-06-19
Watts receives scholarship
Bezona column: Long hot summer means more plant pests
We are on our way to coastal Colombia and for sure preparing ourselves for all the tropical diseases to which we may be exposed.
Laughter Therapy: 08-04-19
Aloha folks, just to warn you, da kine is short today. So, save plenty kine time to look in the mirror for da good laughs!
Plant of the Month for August 2019 – Plumbago
To celebrate the 60th anniversary of Hawaiian Admission Day this Aug. 16, you might want to add the bright white-flowering native ground cover iliee to your garden. If youd prefer a blue flowering plant to complement your gardens color scheme, you could consider the non-native blue plumbago shrub. Each of these plants in the Plumbaginaceae family have some similarly attractive features as well as distinct differences beyond the color of their flowers.
Volcano Watch: Water or no water: that is (or was) the question
VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) scientists usually base their research on observations, either visual or instrumental. Interpretations come from these observations, so they must be as good as possible. Incorrect observations can, and have, led to erroneous interpretations.
Maunakea opened for hunting
HONOLULU State hunting units A, K, and G, in the Mauna Kea Forest Reserve and Natural Area Reserve, closed since July 15, reopened late last week. The units were closed to protect public safety and provide security for the safe movement of heavy construction equipment associated with the Thirty Meter Telescope.
Puna mulls bus hub options
PAHOA More than two dozen people gathered Wednesday night in Pahoa to discuss the merits of six locations identified around the community for a proposed bus hub.
ROD group wins award for conservation innovation
HONOLULU The Rapid Ohia Death Working Group, formed to respond to a new disease threatening Hawaiis most important native forest tree, recently received the Conservation Innovation award at the 2019 Hawaii Conservation Conference.
WHT at 50: Boating mishap leads to rescue as Bishop saga continues
Wednesday, July 30, 1969 | Volume II, Issue XXX
Island Life: 07-31-19
Hawaiian spinner dolphins, or naia, cruise through the clear blue waters off the Kona Coast as a snorkeler from the surface. (Bo Pardau/Community Contributor)
Cop on Top returns Aug. 22-24
To raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics Hawaii, volunteer, off-duty law enforcement officers will take their duties to new heights for this years 18th annual Cop on Top.