Maui’s economy needs tourists. Can they visit without compounding wildfire trauma?
LAHAINA, Hawaii — The restaurant where Katie Austin was a server burned in the wildfire that devastated Hawaii’s historic town of Lahaina this summer.
Mafah runs for 4 TDs, Clemson rallies to beat Kentucky 38-35 in a wild Gator Bowl
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Clemson finished the Gator Bowl on Friday just like it did the season: with a flourish.
Seth Henigan figures in 5 TDs, Memphis shuts down Iowa State’s run game in 36-26 Liberty Bowl win
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The key number for Memphis in its Liberty Bowl victory was “zero.” Not what you might expect from the winner.
No. 15 Notre Dame cruises to a 40-8 win over No. 21 Oregon State in the Sun Bowl
EL PASO, Texas — Steve Angeli passed for 232 yards and three touchdowns, guiding No. 15 Notre Dame to a 40-8 victory over No. 21 Oregon State in the Sun Bowl on Friday.
Ohio State QB Devin Brown injured in 1st half of Cotton Bowl against Missouri
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Ohio State quarterback Devin Brown suffered an apparent left ankle injury in the first half of the Cotton Bowl on Friday night, when he started in place of Kyle McCord, who transferred.
The Biden administration once more bypasses Congress on an emergency weapons sale to Israel
WASHINGTON — For the second time this month the Biden administration is bypassing Congress to approve an emergency weapons sale to Israel as Israel continues to prosecute its war against Hamas in Gaza under increasing international criticism.
Nation & world news – at a glance – for Saturday, December 30, 2023
After rise in murders during the pandemic, a sharp decline in 2023
Announcements for Saturday, December 30, 2023
Love To Sing? Join the Aloha Kona singers Jan 2
Island Life photo for Saturday, December 30, 2023- ‘Dreamy dusk’
Island Life photo for Saturday, December 30, 2023- ‘Dreamy dusk’
Maine secretary of state who opted to keep Trump off primary ballot is facing threat of impeachment
PORTLAND, Maine — Maine’s top election official could face an impeachment attempt in the state Legislature over her decision to keep former President Donald Trump off the Republican primary ballot.
Russia launches the biggest aerial barrage of the war and kills 30 civilians, Ukraine says
KYIV, Ukraine — Russia launched 122 missiles and dozens of drones against Ukrainian targets, officials said Friday, killing at least 30 civilians across the country in what an air force official called the biggest aerial barrage of the war.
Obituaries for Saturday, December 30, 2023
Wayne Arruda
Editorial: Ballot on our mind: Supreme Court has tough tiebreaker on Trump ballot case
In a ruling this week, the Michigan Supreme Court allowed Donald Trump to remain on the Republican primary ballot, rejecting the argument that the 14th Amendment’s ban on holding public office for government officials who’d previously engaged in insurrection against the United States disqualified the former president.
As I see it – What does Hawaii offer, besides tourism?
The economy of Hawaii is often said to be based on tourism, and while tourism is important, there are also other important aspects. Forty to fifty thousand military salaries are significant. Astronomy employs a few thousand more, especially during construction and deconstruction. A sound stage would attract more movie makers and could have other uses, like an indoor shooting range. It seems like half the people I know are retirees spending their pension or savings here, some with two homes. The latest building codes imposed by the state legislature may make moving here prohibitive for
Letters- Your Voice – for Saturday, December 30, 2023
Where is the justice after dog attack?
Fire pits + hot tubs + outdoor kitchens
Whether you live in a year-round warm weather climate or a place that enjoys all four seasons, there are ways to spruce up your home that may help your family to enjoy their exterior space just as much as their interior one.
Volcano Watch: New Year’s Eve 1974: Kilauea’s most recent Southwest Rift Zone eruption
Kilauea is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth, with a majority of its eruptions occurring at its summit or one of its two rift zones, the East Rift Zone and Southwest Rift Zone. The Southwest Rift Zone hasn’t erupted since New Year’s Eve 1974, almost exactly 49 years ago.
Tropical Gardening: Master Gardeners help make Hawaii green and clean
Hawaii’s Master Gardeners are helping islanders improve the environment by sharing what they have learned in horticultural classes through the University of Hawaii College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources. By spreading gardening information with interested members of the community, everyone benefits.
BIIF hoops: Pahoa girls down Hilo
The Pahoa Daggers defeated the Hilo Vikings 48-31 in a home game on Wednesday night. Pahoa senior Jaylynn Kaawaloa-Alidon was the top scorer with 18 points and sophomore Remedy Gonsalez scored 13 points.
Runnin’ with Rani: Hawaii Cycling Club finishes off 2023 with BITTC
WAIKOLOA — The Hawaii Cycling Club once again ended another busy year of cycling events with the Big Island Time Trial Championships held a few weeks ago on December 9.
Joe Flacco throws 3 TD passes and Browns clinch unlikely spot in playoffs with 37-20 win over Jets
CLEVELAND — Joe Flacco passed for 309 yards and three touchdowns and the Cleveland Browns clinched an unlikely playoff berth — just their second since 2002 — despite numerous injuries this season with a 37—20 win over the New York Jets on Thursday night.
No. 14 Arizona forces 6 turnovers in 38-24 comeback win over No. 12 Oklahoma in Alamo Bowl
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Gunner Maldonado returned a fumble 87 yards for a touchdown and also had an interception as No. 14 Arizona forced six turnovers in a 38-24 comeback victory over No. 12 Oklahoma on Thursday night in the Valero Alamo Bowl.
Election officials see a range of threats in 2024, from hostile countries to conspiracy theorists
ATLANTA — For election officials preparing for the 2024 presidential election, the list of security challenges just keeps growing.
‘In this story, nobody truly wins’
A 27-year-old Hilo man who almost fatally stabbed the mother of his son 2 1/2 years ago and then turned the knife on himself was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison.
World population up 75 million this year, standing at 8 billion on Jan. 1
The world population grew by 75 million people over the past year and on New Year’s Day it will stand at more than 8 billion people, according to figures released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Thursday.
