Legislatively speaking: Meet your District 7 team
Aloha. The 2019 legislative session is about to begin, and your House District 7 team is already busy at work. All of us work for you, so let me introduce our team.
Laughter Therapy
Will Rogers was a very astute man. My favorite quote from him: “I don’t make jokes, I just watch the government and report the facts!” Guess you could say that applies pretty close to our situation today.
Northern Notes: 01-07-19
Ke Ola Magazine celebrates anniversary with party
Honokaa swimming pool closed for repairs
Tutu’s House: 01-07-19
Advanced Ukulele meets on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. with students of Aunty Marjie Spencer; this group welcomes experienced players of all ages. Bring your ukulele and join in a morning of friendship and song.
Comments on air carrier at Waimea-Kohala Airport due Jan. 22
WAIMEA — Residents got their chance Thursday night to question representatives of two airlines vying for a contract to offer subsidized air service between the Waimea-Kohala Airport and Kahului, Maui.
County Council update
Hauoli makahiki hou! I look forward to what 2019 has to offer for Council District 9! Here is the monthly update from our office.
Laughter Therapy: 01-07-19
Today’s chuckles are dedicated to all my well-seasoned friends (yes, and myself included!)
Hawaii’s Simple Gourmet spreads message of sustainability and healthy living
HAMAKUA COAST — Hawaii Island farmers Jesse Fujimoto and Laura Rieber produce different forms of garden-fresh turmeric, wild Hawaiian vanilla and an array of edible leafy greens on their small farm between Pepeekeo and Papaikou along the Hamakua Coast.
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Westin Hapuna and NHCH reach the finish line: Final three North Hawaii businesses to become Blue Zones Approved worksites in 2018
NORTH HAWAII — Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort and North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) celebrated their recognition as Blue Zones Project Approved worksites in North Hawaii earlier this month.
Focusing on the new year: Waimea January town meeting to spotlight 2019 community changes, challenges, opportunities
WAIMEA — Change, challenges and opportunities for the new year will be the focus of Waimea’s first town meeting in 2019 beginning promptly at 5:20 p.m. this Thursday in Waimea School Cafeteria.
A hui hou
Looking back over the past four years and nearly 300 issues, it amazes me how much we’ve been able to cover in the North Hawaii News – from the deep Hawaiian culture to farmers and ranchers, creative educational endeavors, chefs, health, science and some memorable people in our region.
Handing over the reins: Mahina Paishon-Duarte leaves a lasting impression on KANU
WAIMEA – Mahina Paishon-Duarte, head of school at Kanu o ka Aina, has accomplished much in her five years at the Hawaiian-focused public charter school.
Johnny Nicholas will rock the island with Honokaa Dragon Jazz Band
HONOKAA — Blues master and roots music aficionado Johnny Nicholas from Austin, Texas will perform with young musicians of Honokaa High’s Dragon Jazz Band for three exceptional concerts on Hawaii Island in January.
Hamakua-Kohala Health expands to Waimea
A fourth Hamakua-Kohala Health office will open at 65-1230 Mamalahoa Highway in Waimea this Friday. A grand opening ceremony is planned for 10 a.m. Jan. 26.
For the love of quilting
Mauna Kea Quilter in Waimea will meet from 9:30 a.m.-noon Jan. 12 in the meeting room of the Thelma Parker Memorial Library. The public is welcome to attend the monthly meetings the second Saturday of the month.
The Climate Reality Project Educational and Action Night planned in Waikoloa Village
The District 7 Precinct 1-2, Democratic Party of Hawaii is sponsoring a special event from 4:30–7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 in the Waikoloa Community Room at 68-1792 Malia Street.
North Kohala Library confirms two free January events
North Kohala Public Library will host a Hawaiian classical guitar recital by Ian O’Sullivan at 3 p.m. Jan 17.
Blessing of the Pa’u Museum coming up
Paniolo Preservation Society will unveil their new heritage center at Pukalani Stables at a blessing event from 5-9 p.m. Jan. 19. All are welcome to attend and help perpetuate the pa’u traditions of the community.
Hawaii community celebration of Earl Bakken scheduled
From noon-4 p.m. Jan. 19, the community is invited to a Hawaii Celebration of Life for Earl Bakken at Kahilu Town Hall in Waimea. The legendary Medtronic founder and inventor of the first external, wearable, transistorized, battery-operated pacemaker played a major role in the creation of North Hawaii Community Hospital in Waimea and other community programs.
