Columns

January 22, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

Aloha all. Be happy, don’t worry! Yes, easy to say, but with all that has been happening we definitely need some “belly-cramping” laughter!

January 20, 2018 | 4 MIN READ

WASHINGTON — In 1790, the finest mind in the First Congress, and of his generation, addressed in the House of Representatives the immigration issue: “It is no doubt very desirable...

January 19, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

The states created the national government and for the sake of the union the states relinquished their absolute individual power and sovereignty to that newly created federal government. The S...

January 15, 2018 | 1 MIN READ

As the current 29th Legislature heads into session, I want to report back to you again and ask for your continued input and involvement during this legislative session.

January 15, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

Aloha my friends. Yep, it’s still 2018! (Admit it, you wrote 2017 at least twice yesterday!) LOL, LOL … so let’s get started!

January 8, 2018 | 5 MIN READ

Aloha and a Happy New Year to everyone. I wanted to give you a brief update of some happenings in our county.

January 8, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

Beautiful gifts wrapped in pretty paper and bows recently filled our homes and workplaces as we celebrated the holidays. The anticipation of what was hidden inside, as well as the joy of recei...

January 8, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

Let’s start with some of my friend’s goals for 2017 … uh, not quite done!

January 1, 2018 | 3 MIN READ

Happy New Year! As I reflect on the past year and look toward the year to come, the philosophy that guides my medical practice is at the forefront of my mind. There are many ways to practice m...

January 1, 2018 | 2 MIN READ

Hello 2018! Are we really ready for this? I think a fresh start is a real blessing, howze about you? So, what was your favorite Christmas card from family and friends? Mine? “I wish a br...

December 25, 2017 | 2 MIN READ

December 21 was the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. Here in North Hawaii, sunrise on Dec. 21 was at 6:53 a.m. and sunset occurred at 5:49 p.m., giving us just around 11 hours of...

December 25, 2017 | 2 MIN READ

Yep my friends, as you read this column it is Christmas Day. Hope you have a wonderful day with friends and family! Hope the Claus is good to you today. How else can you know whether you&rsquo...

December 18, 2017 | 2 MIN READ

In March 2016, a group from the Waikoloa Senior Club learned about Blue Zones Project and decided to get moving by creating a Walking Moai — a group of people that meet to walk at least...

December 18, 2017 | 2 MIN READ

Aloha friends and happy holidaze! This will be a short column today, as you all will be doing the shopping you’ve been putting off and will not have time to read. But after looking at yo...

December 11, 2017 | 5 MIN READ

Aloha Everyone and Merry Christmas! I wanted to give you a brief update of some happenings in our county.

December 11, 2017 | 3 MIN READ

Christmas and Hanukkah are almost here, and many of us will have the opportunity to do some celebrating in our own special ways. From gift exchanges to baking parties, connecting in a loving w...