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Kaʻū News Briefs, Wednesday, July 24, 2019

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Hollywood actor Dwayne The Rock Johnson hugged Protectors of Maunakea today. See story below.
Photo from Hawaiʻi News Now
REOPEN MAUNA KEA ACCESS ROAD is the aim of Mayor Harry Kim who has offered to help Gov. David Ige with the situation that has left stargazing businesses shut down, the general public unable to access Maunakea visitor center and summit, and telescope maintenance crews with an unsure ability to reach their workplaces. Kim announced today that he would like to reopen Maunakea Access Road to everyone, with the promise that work on the Thirty Meter Telescope, which a large group of people are protesting, would be delayed. He said he would begin talking to representatives of all sides of the issue immediately. Kim is the former director of Civil Defense for Hawaiʻi County and has gone to the opponents' Puʻu Huluhulu gathering site three times since the group starting blocking the access road ten days ago.
Hula greets The Rock when he arrived unannounced at Puʻu Huluhulu near
Maunakea Access Road today. Photo from Hawaiʻi News Now
     Gov. David Ige, who visited the site yesterday with Kim, established a comment section on the Maunakea issue on his website.
     Hawaiʻi County Council passed a resolution today, supporting state Sen. Kai Kahele's proposal for a 60-day moratorium on construction at Maunakea. Kaʻū's council member Maile David introduced the resolution, which has no weight of law but supports the position. The vote was 6-3 in favor of the resolution.Volcano resident Nelson Ho, former head of the Sierra Club for this island and the state Department of Agriculture, testified in favor of the resolution as an opponent of TMT.
     The mayor took no position on the 60 day moratorium.

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DWAYNE THE ROCK JOHNSON VISITED PROTECTORS OF MAUNAKEA today, welcomed with hula, chants, and much protocol. He urged those on all sides of the issue to "lead with compassion. There's a solution in everything. just have to have the right people come to the table," he said. With roots in Hawaiʻi and Polynesian ancestry, the famed movie actor said he is "proud of my cultures and well aware of how much this has permeated the world... This is a very steadfast culture" with a "people so peaceful but powerful."
The Rock said the Hawaiian people are "peaceful but powerful."
Photo from Hawaiʻi News Now
     He said his background in the culture and the arrests of the elder kūpuna at Maunakea, who oppose the massive telescope construction, led him to visit. He said the issue is gaining support, but is "not about stopping progress. It's about respecting people. When we have people who are willing to sacrifice their lives, that is a sign that something should be done," he said.  He offered to help in any way, but said he didn't visit the Mauna Kea Protectors to try to lead the group. 

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RESEARCH DELAYED AND PROJECTS CANCELLED is of growing concern to the operators of all the telescopes on Maunakea. Some of the workers, who are native Hawaiians and other native Americans, said it is hard to find jobs in astronomy and engineering related to astronomy, especially near home.
Kalepa Baybayan is a Hōkūleʻa captain and navigator who supports
the Thirty Meter Telescope. Photo from Polynesian Voyaging Society
     Polynesian Voyaging Society and navigator Kalepa Baybayan, of Kona, said he is a navigator at heart and welcomes space exploration through studying the heavens with telescopes.

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DOZENS OF GOATS AND SHEEP ARE NEW WORKERS FOR THE COUNTY. The Department of Parks & Recreation has contracted goat herders to maintain a test site near the Hilo soccer fields. The practice could be islandwide, if successful, cutting back on the use of poisons and the cost of mowing.

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SEN. MAZIE HIRONO CALLED FOR AN IMPEACHMENT INQUIRY into Pres. Donald Trump's alleged illegal activities regarding the 2016 election. Special Counsel Robert Mueller, who spent two years investigating possible Russian interference in the election, spoke today before the House Judiciary and Intelligence committees.

Sen. Mazie Hirono
     Yesterday, Hirono said, "Mueller confirmed Russiainterfered with our elections and will interfere in 2020 if we don't stop them. We have a President that thinks Russiadid nothing wrong and welcomes their support. The House needs to begin an impeachment inquiry now and hold Donald Trump accountable."

     Today, Hirono said, "Three things are clear from Mueller today so far: 1) No exoneration. 2) Overwhelming evidence of obstruction. 3) The OLC memo prevented Mueller from indicting Trump. I renew my call for the House to begin an impeachment inquiry. No one, especially the President, is above the law."

     She retweeted comments from Rep. Adam Schiff, who said, "Mueller said: Russiainterfered in our election to help Trump. Russians made numerous contacts with the campaign. Campaign welcomed their help. No one reported these contacts or interference to FBI. They lied to cover it up."


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AWFUL CONDITIONS are what Sen. Brian Schatz reports after visiting a detention center last week on the Texas border. In a series of tweets Schatz said: "Here's what I saw on the border in Texas today. Conditions were awful. Overcrowded quarters. Harsh odor filled the air. Mylar blankets.

     "Spoke to some men through a chain-link fence.  Many have been in for more than forty days. They are drinking heavily chlorinated water even though there was running water and bottled water in the facility. 3-5 days between showers. Met a bunch of teenagers. Reminded me of my kids. But they looked exhausted. It was the eyes. From Guatemala and Honduras.

Sen. Brian Schatz at a detention center in Texas last week.
Photo from Schatz's office
     "Talked to a couple of dads with my broken Spanish. One lost his other son in the violence in Honduras and his nine year old looked scared. Spoke to around a dozen women. They are not allowed to make phone calls, contrary to official policy.

     "One lady with a 5 yr old daughter from El Salvador. They left because kids were being kidnapped at the elementary school. The daughter seemed ok and I asked her if she was hungry. She said no, she told me just ate. Then I heard from the mom. Her daughter is actually not eating. Then I realized she's traumatized from the 35 day journey on foot, and her two sisters stayed home. I choked back tears. The mom goes to New York tomorrow to meet her sister to try to get her asylum claim adjudicated. But all legal papers are in English and she doesn’t know how to find a lawyer. It is a Notice to Appear but with no date. It's nearly impossible for her to comply with this, but if she doesn't show up, she's an "immigration fugitive" and there's an order of removal.

     "They are all fleeing violence. Seeking refuge. This is not how we should be treating them. I broke down at the end of the day.

     "The cruelty is the point and it comes from the most powerful person in the world."

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Mon., July 29, 3 to 5 p.m., first day practice
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
THURSDAY, JULY 25
Ka‘ū Community Children's Council, Thursday, July 25, 3-4p.m., Classroom 35, Building F, Nā‘ālehu Elementary School. Provides local forum for all community members to come together as equal partners to discuss and positively affect multiple systems' issues for the benefit of all students, families, and communities. Chad Domingo, text 808-381-2584, domingoc1975@yahoo.com, ccco.k12.hi.us

Volcano Friends Feeding Friends, Thursday, July 25, 4-6p.m., Cooper Center, Volcano Village. Free community dinner for all. Additional packaged goods to take home for those in need. Donations and volunteers encouraged. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org

FRIDAY, JULY 26
Coffee Talk at Kahuku, Friday, July 26, 9:30-11a.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Free. nps.gov/havo

SATURDAY, JULY 27
Volcano's ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua Half Marathon, 7 a.m., 5K, 7:15 a.m., and Keiki Dash, 10 a.m.. Races begin and end at Volcano School of Arts & Sciences Campus on Haunani Road. Half Marathon, along road - $75/person until July 25; $85 July 26-27. 5K, along road - $40/person until July 25; $45/person July 26-27. Keiki Dash, grassy field, $10/child - ages 6 and under run 300 meters; ages 7-10 years old run 600 meters. No T-shirts given for Keiki Dash. Register at webscorer.com/register?raceid=175619. ohialehuahalf.com

Experience Volcano Festival, Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

Bingo, Saturday, July 27, 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Prize donations needed. stjudeshawaii.org

Arts & Tea Culture Workshop Series #3, Saturday, July 27, 1-4p.m., Volcano Art Center. Requires minimum of 6 participants to be held. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Grand Slam performance, Saturday, July 27, 7-10p.m., Kīlauea Military Theater. Cover charge taken at door. Open to all authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com

SUNDAY, JULY 28
Experience Volcano Festival continues Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

A Meeting to Establish Child Care for Kaʻū Coffee Farm Workers happens Sunday, July 28 at 3 p.m. at the Kaʻū District Gym Activity Room. Farmers and other supporters of the effort met July 13.
     With the increasing employment of members of Kaʻū's Marshallese community to pick Kaʻū Coffee, organizers in the coffee producing community, led by Laura Diaz, have established a nonprofit organization called Keiki OʻPalehua ʻOhana Program. The group has completed renovations of a room in the Pāhala Hongwanji Schoolhouse, with educational supplies for up to 15 keiki.
     Diaz said the program is looking for an electrician to hang two ceiling fans at the childcare center, for some kind of food service for the keiki, and other donations. A grand opening is planned for Aug. 10.
     Call Diaz at 928-8188 or 408-306-5596.

TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

ONGOING
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon, 5K, and Keiki Dash Registration open through Saturday, July 27, the day of the races. It replaces the Volcano Rain Forest Runs. Register before Thursday, July 25 for lower entry fees. See ohialehuahalf.com.

Kīlauea Drama & Entertainment Network's Summer Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., through July 28 at Kīlauea Military Camp's Kīlauea Theater. Tickets are available at Kīlauea General Store, Kea‘au Natural Foods, Basically Books, The Most Irresistible Shop, and at door. $20/general admission, $15/student or over 60, $12/age 12 and under. Park entrance fees may apply. 982-7344, kden73@aol.com, kden.org

Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Thursday, July 25, 2019

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Nāʻālehu hosted the Kaʻū Little League Championships. See how teams from all over the state fared. Photo from Elizabeth Crook
KAʻŪ LITTLE LEAGUE HOSTED THE STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS IN NĀʻALEHU July 19-23. Teams from around the state and their fans flooded Kaʻū accommodations, restaurants, and stores. Kaʻū Little League Pres. Josh Crook said the tournament drew umpires from California, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island. Among them is Jamie Perez, who will be an umpire in the Little League World Series, Aug. 15- 25 in Pennsylvania.
     With all the action at the Nāʻālehu Ballpark, the team from Maui won, defeating the 2018 world champions from Honolulu. Maui will head to the Western Regional U.S. Championships in San Bernardino, CA, on Aug. 4 though 10. Winners will play Aug. 15 through 25 at Little League Headquarters Complex in South Williamsport, PA, during the 73rd Little League World Series. Eight teams from the U.S. and eight from abroad, will compete for the title.
The championship's volunteer umpires. Photo from Elizabeth Crook
     Teams that played in Nāʻālehu in the state finals were Kawaihau Kauaʻi, Central Maui, Ewa Beach Oʻahu, Honolulu Oʻahu, and Westside Big Island.
     Crook said the five days state championship brought great baseball to the downtown ballpark in Nāʻālehu. Ewa beach was eliminated first losing to Honolulu, then to Kauai. Westside Big Island was next to go, losing to Honolulu and Kauaʻi. Kauaʻi suffered elimination by Honolulu.
     Maui began the final games, after beating Kauaʻi in round one and Honolulu in round three. Honolulu came to the finals after beating Ewa Beach in round one and Westside Big Island in round two, losing to Maui in round three, and beating Kauaʻi in round four. Honolulu, with one loss, needed to beat Maui twice to take the state championship.
     The first of the final games saw Honolulu beating Maui to even it up. Maui took it to Honolulu in game two, defeating the defending world champions 8 to 5.
     The Kaʻū Little League President Josh Crook said, "Congratulations to Maui 2019 state champs. It was a great turn out all five days.
     "It brought much joy to the players and staff and benefited the community. Kaʻū Little League desires for a growing interest and resurgence into the game of baseball both for the sake of players and for families and the community."
Central Maui, the regional winning team, travels to California for the
Western Regional U.S. Championships. Photo from Elizabeth Crook
     Kaʻū Little League sponsored fundraising concessions, partnering with Miloliʻi-Kaʻū Volleyball on Sunday.
     Crook thanked Eugene Nairmatzu, Little League District Administrator, "and all the many volunteers who made it possible and gave their time and effort," including ʻO Kaʻū Kākou, Punaluʻu Bake Shop, Wikwiki Mart, Bee Boys, Andrade Contracting, Ed's Plumbing, Pāhala Pops Kahuku Market, Kamakani Country Store, Lance Ako, and Randy Patton. He said there are many more who contributed, and "the gratitude is endless."
     Crook said that "baseball in Kaʻū will not be possible in the future without community and family support. If we are going to revive baseball here we need coaches and players and family involvement. We look forward to the future of youth baseball in Kaʻū."
     Contact Josh Crook, Kaʻū Little League President, to offer contribution, donations, and league involvement, at 345-0511.

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A MAN DIED TODAY after his vehicle rolled over near the 35 mile marker on Highway 11, in the Kaʻū Desert area of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. At about 2:09 p.m., a park employee reported the accident. Park rangers found an unresponsive 57-year-old man pinned beneath an older model SUV, rolled on its side. Hawaiʻi County Fire Department medics extricated and transported the man to Hilo Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
    The last fatal motor vehicle accident in the Park occurred on May 28, 2017, also on Hwy 11.
    The incident is under investigation by Park rangers, with the assistance of Hawai‘i County Police Department. The name of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin and further investigation.
     Anyone with information regarding this accident is asked to call Park dispatch at 808-985-6170 or HPD Officer Jason Foxworthy at 808-326-4646, ext. 229.

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THE MAUNAKEA STANDOFF TOOK SEVERAL TWISTS TODAY. Mayor Harry Kim said he wants to clear the Maunakea Access Road and Daniel K. Inouye Hwy, Saddle Road, and reopen it to the public and employees. Maunakea observatories provide jobs for some 500 people. About 50 to 75 of them are at the summit each day, according to telescope officials.
     Protectors of Maunakea said they would not leave their encampment until TMT promises to go elsewhere. The board of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs voted to support the Protectors of Maunakea in opposition of TMT and agreed to help with funding the encampment.
     Honolulu and Hilo pro and con protesters waived flags and carried signs touting their views as TMT spokespersons said TMT has no plans to abandon their plan.
Telescopes atop Maunakea. Read support for, and objection to, adding another - the largest in the world.
Photo from Big Island Video News
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COMPLICATED AND NUANCED is the description of the Thirty Meter Telescope situation, voiced by Doug Simons, Executive Director of Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope on Maunakea. He commented to Big Island Video News on the hundreds, sometimes thousands of Protectors of Maunakea gathered at Maunakea Access Road to the summit campus of the telescopes.
     Last week, directors of all the telescopes on Maunakea unanimously decided to remove staff after it became questionable as to whether maintenance crews and scientists could drive through the blockade aimed at blocking construction materials and crews to build TMT.
Doug Simons, Executive Director of the 
Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope.
Photo from Big Island Video News
     "Since then, we've obviously been not operating on the summit… there are no observations being conducted. It's a very unusual feeling." In the past, telescopes shut down for weather purposes, sometimes weeks at a time, "but never by choice. It's stressful on the staff," said Simons. He acknowledged that there is no date "to resume normal operations. Nobody's clear how the conflict is going to get resolved, and we're looking for a peaceful resolution, obviously. But that lack of clarity, over time, kind of eats at you."
     Simons said a letter penned by the observatories and co-signed by him was intended "to offer our perspective. The situation here is way more complicated, nuanced – layer upon layer. Anybody who's lived in Hawaiʻi a long time understands that." The letter was also meant to clear up any confusion, said Simons.
     He noted that another letter last week with several hundred signature opposes TMT. Simons said he believes "most of the signatories are in fact graduate students. It's a little frustrating because sometimes, in the general media, it's referred to as astronomers being opposed to TMT. Maybe I'm old-fashioned but if you're still a student, you don't have that title just yet. Their opinions are, obviously, very important, but the reality is that letter, we thought, was in some ways a misrepresentation of what was occurring here."

     Simons mentioned astronomy and Hawaiian cultural programs working together. He pointed to the A Hua He Inoa program, to associate Hawaiian names with discoveries made through Hawaiʻi based telescopes. Simons and Larry Kimura, a professor of Hawaiian language and studies at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo in the Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikōlani, College of Hawaiian Language, gave a presentation tonight called The Physics of Pō. Simons
Members of the A Hua He Inoa program. Photo from Big Island Video News
said it is a joint perspective on Kimura's unpublished prelude to the Kumulipo, "the very famous Hawaiian creation chant, that I was amazed by when Larry first shared it with me. It has so many interesting and deep connections to modern astrophysics when I read it. Larry and I immediately connected over it, and in particular the concept of Pō, which appears over a hundred times in the first 500 lines or so of the Kumulipo. It is interesting and how it can map into what we call vacuum energy, or dark energy, and ultimately lead to phenomena like the Big Bang.
     "I feel very honored to be able to share [Kimura's] interpretation of that wonderful, ancient chant through the lens of a scientist who is eager to see… how the native and ancient Hawaiians saw the universe, in the hope that I can learn something from that process, that my so-called modern mind is incapable of. That's ultimately what I'm trying to do. And that's the beauty of this sort of marriage between Hawaiian culture and science. It gives you a completely new perspective, and one that really enriches you in the process."


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Sen. Russell Ruderman
BOTH SIDES OF THE MAUNAKEA ISSUE are seen by east Kaʻū's state Sen. Russell Ruderman. He said, via a statement on Facebook, he has friends pro and con. "Some of my friends and longtime political colleagues are among the Protectors on the Mauna. And I also have friends among the police force and within the astronomy community. Even among Native Hawaiian families I know, there are people on both sides.

     "I have not opposed the TMT project until now, and I am still hopeful that a way forward can be found. I love astronomy and telescopes. My feeling has been that if its permits were found to be legal, then it should be built.

     "I also support Hawaiian rights, and recognize the many broken promises they've endured in every arena, and the historic mismanagement of our beloved Mauna Kea. I still believe an arrangement could be worked out to go forward with TMT with the support of Hawaiian Kūpuna, with some changes to the current plan. I will suggest those changes if the time comes.

     "In this moment, it doesn't matter what I think should happen. Protectors have won this round," said Ruderman. "The reality is a civil disobedience action has succeeded in stopping it for now. We cannot arrest our way out of this.
Kiaʻi, Protectors, of Maunakea, gathered at Puʻuhonua o Puʻuhuluhulu. 
Photo from Big Island Video News
     "It has been said that when a large number of people are willing to be arrested for something, their movement is unstoppable. If the decision was made to arrest as many as needed to overcome this effort by force, we must be prepared for hundreds of arrests, and more the next day. To me this would be intolerable.

     Ruderman suggests that the confrontation must be defused, and that the emergency declaration and National Guard should be removed. "These were serious mistakes, unnecessary for a profoundly peaceful demonstration and counter productive," he said. He said acknowledging "the mistakes made and treat the people protesting with the respect and aloha needed to heal the wounds," is nessecary. He also said the decommissioned telescopes must be dismantled before constructing the new one.

     Said Ruderman, "I believe if the Governor addressed the people directly, regardless of the message delivered, he would be treated with aloha and respected for talking directly to them. This alone would help tremendously. The people on the Mauna are demonstrating love and aloha, and it must be acknowledged." 

The amount of pedestrians and cars on and near Daniel K. Inouye Highway, 
Saddle Road, at and near the Maunakea Access Road, has been cause 
for concern from officials. Photo from Big Island Video News
     Ruderman remarked, "This Mauna Kea Protectors action has successfully embraced the highest principles of non-violence, expressed on the Mauna as 'Kapu Aloha.' That is, people involved are committed to acting with aloha; it's not an option. This feeling of aloha has empowered the Protectors and helped the message spread and resonate far and wide. The same spirit of non-violence has been successful in the past, and the protectors know it is a crucial element of winning people's hearts.

     "People need to know about the Kapu Aloha of this action, because some have spread misinformation about it. I went to visit the protest Sunday, as a Caucasian TMT supporter. I was treated with aloha and respect by everyone I met and those I just saw. There is an undeniable spirit in the air. I didn't stop supporting TMT but I now recognize the power of the Protector's movement: It cannot be pushed aside.
     "We must work with them to succeed."


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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Mon., July 29, 3 to 5 p.m., first day practice
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
FRIDAY, JULY 26
Coffee Talk at Kahuku, Friday, July 26, 9:30-11a.m., Kahuku Unit Visitor Contact Station. Free. nps.gov/havo

SATURDAY, JULY 27
Volcano's ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua Half Marathon, 7 a.m., 5K, 7:15 a.m., and Keiki Dash, 10 a.m.. Races begin and end at Volcano School of Arts & Sciences Campus on Haunani Road. Half Marathon, along road - $75/person until July 25; $85 July 26-27. 5K, along road - $40/person until July 25; $45/person July 26-27. Keiki Dash, grassy field, $10/child - ages 6 and under run 300 meters; ages 7-10 years old run 600 meters. No T-shirts given for Keiki Dash. Register at webscorer.com/register?raceid=175619. ohialehuahalf.com

Experience Volcano Festival, Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

Bingo, Saturday, July 27, 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Prize donations needed. stjudeshawaii.org

Arts & Tea Culture Workshop Series #3, Saturday, July 27, 1-4p.m., Volcano Art Center. Requires minimum of 6 participants to be held. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Grand Slam performance, Saturday, July 27, 7-10p.m., Kīlauea Military Theater. Cover charge taken at door. Open to all authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com

SUNDAY, JULY 28
Experience Volcano Festival continues Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

A Meeting to Establish Child Care for Kaʻū Coffee Farm Workers happens Sunday, July 28 at 3 p.m. at the Kaʻū District Gym Activity Room. Farmers and other supporters of the effort met July 13.
     With the increasing employment of members of Kaʻū's Marshallese community to pick Kaʻū Coffee, organizers in the coffee producing community, led by Laura Diaz, have established a nonprofit organization called Keiki OʻPalehua ʻOhana Program. The group has completed renovations of a room in the Pāhala Hongwanji Schoolhouse, with educational supplies for up to 15 keiki.
     Diaz said the program is looking for an electrician to hang two ceiling fans at the childcare center, for some kind of food service for the keiki, and other donations. A grand opening is planned for Aug. 10.
     Call Diaz at 928-8188 or 408-306-5596.

TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


ONGOING
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon, 5K, and Keiki Dash Registration open through Saturday, July 27, the day of the races. It replaces the Volcano Rain Forest Runs. See ohialehuahalf.com.

Kīlauea Drama & Entertainment Network's Summer Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., through Sunday, July 28 at Kīlauea Military Camp's Kīlauea Theater. Tickets are available at Kīlauea General Store, Kea‘au Natural Foods, Basically Books, The Most Irresistible Shop, and at door. $20/general admission, $15/student or over 60, $12/age 12 and under. Park entrance fees may apply. 982-7344, kden73@aol.com, kden.org

Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Friday, July 26, 2019

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Kalani Vierra, an organizer of the Kaʻū Multicultural Society's third annual Pig Hunt, out with his dogs and 
and his big catch. See who caught the winning pigs, below. Photo from Kalani Vierra

NEW DRUNKEN DRIVING LAWS ARE BEGINNING TO TAKE EFFECT "to end the crisis of drunk drivers killing innocent people," says a statement issued today by the state House of Representatives. The new law passed by the Legislature this session places tough penalties on DUI offenders. The author of the bill, state Rep. Chris Lee, pointed out that "last year, 33 people were killed by drunk drivers in Hawaiʻi and each death was the result of a choice by a driver knowingly getting behind the wheel drunk. We will tolerate this reckless behavior no more. Our new law substantially increases fines, adds years of automatic license revocation, and helps send repeat drunk drivers to prison for up to five years to keep our roads safe."
     Since the bill was signed into law this month, at least four repeat DUI offenders have been arrested and face long prison sentences and other penalties under the new law. The new law makes a third DUI arrest a felony rather than a misdemeanor.
Driving under the influence of alcohol now carries
heftier penalties. Image from dui.laws.com
     The new law increases fines, lengths of license revocation for first time offenders, and specifies that a habitual operator of a vehicle under the influence of an intoxicant convicted two or more times can be sentenced to a five-year prison term or probation of five years, along with a mandatory revocation of license for three to five years, and a fine of between $2,000 to $5,000. In addition, any vehicle owned and operated by the person committing the crime may be subject to forfeiture.
     The bill also established a task force to determine which further changes in our DUI laws are needed to help keep drunk drivers off the road.
     Arkie Koehl, Public Policy Chair of the group Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), said Hawaiʻi has had very lenient DUI laws for years. "We are looking for the task force to develop a comprehensive overhaul of the DUI laws as they stand now. There is a number of things that need to be changed," he said.

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LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS MET TODAY REGARDING THE MAUNAKEA STANDOFF.  Mayor Harry Kim said he wants to open Maunakea Access Road to the public, and telescope workers and stargazing enterprises. Police officers may begin escorting telescope workers through the barricade set up by Protectors of Maunakea, who have established an encampment there and received much publicity and support for their cause.

     Protest leaders say they also want access to the summit and will allow people headed to Maunakea summit to pass through their barricade when builders of the Thirty Meter Telescope take their program elsewhere. TMT officials say they want to stay at Maunakea and work with those who oppose it to come up with a solution. TMT would be the largest telescope on the planet. Protectors of Maunakea said it would defile the mountain, as a spiritual place for Hawaiians.

Richard Kaiawe and Stance Oyama tied for 2nd place 
Tusk, at 5 inches. Photo from Kaʻū Multicultural Society
     Operators of existing telescopes say they are unable to do their research and that the telescopes are at risk without regular maintenance. Some maintenance workers have traveled through the blockade to reach their work sites.

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KAʻŪ MULTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S THIRD ANNUAL PIG HUNT drew many enthusiasts to Pāhala for the weigh-in last Saturday. Food booths and a variety of contests were featured, including Over-All Pua‘a prize for heaviest pig; Heaviest Boar/Laho‘ole; Heaviest Sow; Biggest Tusk; and the Smoke Meat Contest.
     Overall boar, at 171 lbs., was caught by Kaipo Kaupu. Jason Kaluaʻu caught both the 1st place sow, at 138.8 lbs. and the 3rd place boar, at 151.8 lbs. Clint Mederios caught both the 1st place Tusk, at 5.5 inches, and 3rd place sow, at 93.8 lbs. 2nd place sow, at 94.4 lbs., was caught by Tyrell Mason. 1st place boar, at 163.4 lbs., was caught by Billy Watan. 2nd place boar, at 162 lbs., was caught by Rodney Kuahiwinui. 3rd place Tusk, at 3.5 inches, was caught by Kalei Forcum. 2nd place tusk, at 5 inches, was a tie between Richard Kaiawe and Stance Oyama.
Kalei Forcum took 3rd place Tusk, at 3.5 inches. 
Photo from Kaʻū Multicultural Society
     Organizers are Kalani Vierra, Darlyne Vierra and Liz Kuluwaimaka. The location for the home base of the event is provided by the Edmund C. Olson Trust. Other sponsors are: Jeff Anderson, Punaluʻu Bakery, Nāʻālehu Ace Hardware, KTA, Costco, Walmart, Pearl's Feed Store, Coca Cola, Kona Reload, Creative Arts, Kona Car Quest, Rambler, Mauka Madness, Alan & Nancy Stafford, Archie & Marlene Hapai, Chris Navarro Jr., Susan Louis, and the Wroblewski ʻOhana.


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THE MUELLER REPORT, detailed for seven hours by Special Counsel Robert Mueller before Congress this week, drew conclusions from Sen. Mazie Hirono. In a message to constituents, she said, "Three things are clear from Mueller's testimony. The Mueller Report did not exonerate Pres. Donald Trump; there is overwhelming evidence of obstruction of justice by Trump; and the Department of Justice is essentially preventing Mueller from indicting Trump because of its Office of Legal Counsel's memo, stating that a sitting President cannot be indicted, which is outrageous," said Hirono. "No one is above the law — including Trump — which is why I'm renewing my call to begin an impeachment inquiry," said Hirono.
Kaipo Kaupu caught the Overall boar, at 171 lbs. 
Photo from Kaʻū Multicultural Society
     The Mueller Report is the result of two years of research into Russian tampering with U.S. elections, and the connections between Russia and the Trump campaign.

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TULSI GABBARD FILED A LAW SUIT AGAINST GOOGLE this week, contending that the company unfairly blocked her campaign's Google Ads account during the first debate of the Democratic Presidential candidates. A statement from her campaign says she was the most searched candidate during the debate. "Then, without any explanation, Google suspended Tulsi's Google Ads account.

     "For hours, Tulsi's campaign advertising account remained offline while Americans everywhere were searching for information about her. During this time, Google obfuscated and dissembled with a series of inconsistent and incoherent reasons for its actions. In the end, Google never explained to us why Tulsi's account was suspended," says her campaign statement.

Jason Kaluaʻu caught both the 1st place sow, at 
138.8 lbs. and the 3rd place boar, at 151.8 lbs.
Photo from Kaʻū Multicultural Society
     The statement contends that "Google controls 88 percent of all internet searches in the United States– essentially giving it control over our access to information. That's one reason why Tulsi has been a vocal proponent of breaking up the tech monopolies. And no matter what the motivation was for doing so, Google's arbitrary and capricious decision to suspend Tulsi's Google Ads account during a critical moment in our campaign should be of concern to all political candidates and in fact all Americans."

     Gabbard told The New York Times, "Google's discriminatory actions against my campaign are reflective of how dangerous their complete dominance over internet search is, and how the increasing dominance of big tech companies over our public discourse threatens our core American values. This is a threat to free speech, fair elections, and to our democracy, and I intend to fight back on behalf of all Americans."
     See the New York Times report on the lawsuit filed by the Gabbard campaign in federal court.


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Experience Volcano Festival this weekend features a variety of artists, entertainment, activities for keiki, and more.
"You can watch artists getting muddy with Erik Wold (above) this weekend!" says a post on the group's Instagram. See
details of the festival, and the new Volcano race - happening tomorrow - below. Photo from ExperienceVolcano.com
EXPERIENCE VOLCANO FESTIVAL is this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, , at locations all around VolcanoVillage. All events are free of charge. A shuttle runs through the Village once an hour. Main parking areas suggested are Lava Rock Café, Volcano Winery, and Akatsuka Orchid Farm.

     Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy art, food, music, and performances. Events span the whole of Volcano Village area, from AkatsukaOrchidGardensto Volcano Winery, with a concentration of activities in the heart of the historic village.

     Restaurants will feature special menus. Aunty Pons Thai Food truck will be at Volcano Winery all day Saturday. Tuk Tuk Thai Food truck will be at Akatsuka Orchid Farm all day Saturday and at Volcano Winery all day Sunday.

     A variety of musical performances are offered, including Lito Arkangel, Loyd Longakit & Doug Espejo, Randy Lorenzo, Loren & Lauren, Keoki Kahumoku, Loa Tripp Jr., Lauren Elle Broido, Veronica Rose, The Brown Boys, Makana Kamahele, and William Kauhane.

     Hawaiian culture activities include an opening oli, chant, both days at , ʻukulele lessons, hula performances, and lei making.

     Attendees are invited to get directly involved with the creation of artwork through make-and-take projects at Volcano Garden Arts, and to see ongoing art demonstrations at VolcanoArtCenter's Niʻaulani Campus.

     Offered especially to keiki are Lili Farm House Petting Zoo, Kids Activity Corner, and Keiki & ʻOhana Time Activities.

     Winery and orchid tours are offered. Attend a workshop or demonstration about tea, quilting, ceramics, pottery, orchids, batik, bansai, raku, wine, and more. Take a group walk in the rainforest or to learn about Historic Homes of Volcano, or take a self-guided rainforest tour.

     Other vendors include Friends of Kaʻū Libraries, Larissa Liborio-Soares, TLC Oils, Make Nui, Treats N Sweets by Shaelyn, VERP, Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association, Elite Pacific Properties, The Lili House Farm, Rotary of Volcano, Clark Realty, Tree Hugger Products, Kīlauea Military Camp, Lava Paws, Bee Boys, Ann Kalber & Indigogo Designs, Chicken N' Ribs, Scott Pincus, Bowman Ink, Dover & Raven Abrams, Erik Wold, and more. 

     There is also a drawing that is entered by attendees having a card stamped at each of the main locations: Volcano Garden Arts, Lava Rock Café, Kīlauea Lodge, Volcano Winery, VolcanoArtCenter, and Akatsuka Orchid Farm. Cards are turned in at the sixth location visited. Prizes include a two-night stay at The Crater's Edge worth $500. The drawing happens Monday, July 29.

     Experience Volcano is a group of businesses and residents helping to rebuild the recovering economy of Volcano, following last year's volcanic disaster that shut down Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and drastically reduced visitor counts. "Long appreciated as one of the 'hidden gems' of Hawaiʻi, Volcano is more than just a gateway to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park," states the website for the group and Fest.
     See experiencevolcano.com for more.


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ʻŌHIʻA LEHUA HALF MARATHON, 5K, AND KEIKI DASH happen tomorrow, Saturday, July 27. The Half Marathon begins at at VolcanoSchool of Arts & Sciences'Haunani Road campus. The 5K starts from the same location at The Keiki Dash takes place in the VSAS field at , and will consist of two races: a 300 meter run for 6 and under, and a 600 meter for 7 to 10 years.
     The race will close one lane of traffic along the course– see map, right.

     The races are coordinated with VolcanoVillage's Experience Volcano Festival – see article, above. Directed by Hawaiʻi Island Racers, the new race will fill the gap left by the end of Volcano Rain Forest Runs' nine years of competition.

     A portion of the proceeds from the new annual race go to assist with research on the prevention of Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death through University of Hawaiʻi Foundation. VolcanoSchool of Arts & Sciences will open their campus to runners and spectators to sponsor the inaugural event and aid in the fight against ROD.

     Registration prices on race day – register between and at the VSAS race site – are: Half Marathon $85, 5K $45; Keiki Dash $10. The Half Marathon and 5K feature an elevation change of 500 feet, rolling hills, and aid stations.
     Visit ohialehuahalf.com. Email the Race Director at ohialehuahalf@gmail.com.

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Pāhala Recycling & Transfer Station will be open three instead of four days a week starting Aug. 1.
Photo from County of Hawaiʻi Solid Waste Division
NEW HOURS FOR THE PĀHALA TRANSFER STATION BEGIN NEXT WEEK. Starting Aug. 1, it is open , Fridays, Sundays, and Tuesdays. The fourth day, Saturday, is eliminated, say county officials, because the volume of refuse is smaller in Pāhala than at transfer stations operating four or more days.
     The Waiʻōhinu transfer station remains open seven days a week, Ocean View is open on Saturdays only. Volcano is open Monday, Thursday, and Saturday, Miloliʻi is open seven days a week, sunrise to sunset.


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COMMUNITY SPEAKOUT happens Saturday, July 27, from 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Keaʻau High School cafeteria. Hawaiʻi County residents are invited to drop in any time. The event – part of the county's Talk Action, Take Action initiative – is to share information with and gather input from the community regarding priority Kīlauea recovery objectives for Hawaiʻi Island.

     The day-long event will include the latest, most accurate information on recovery. It will include workshops and other opportunities for learning. The event is free and family-friendly; there will be interactive, educational activities for keiki, as well as food and refreshments.

     The event will address the critical challenges and opportunities with regard to Kīlaueaeruption recovery; raise awareness and understanding of the disaster recovery process that includes county, state, and federal efforts; and share information about collaborative community-based recovery actions.

     There will be two workshops, with key financial and economic experts:

     The ‘Ohana Self-Sufficiency Workshop, from to , will cover issues and opportunities relating to financial capability, housing, education, and employment. Panelists from the workshop include leaders who will speak about available resources and programs to help families.

     The Economic Recovery Workshop, from to , will cover issues and opportunities relating to economic impact baseline and implications, community-based tourism and regional identity, agriculture and food systems, and energy and transportation. Panelists from the workshop include Paul Brewbaker, former Chief Economist of the Bank of Hawaiʻi, and Stephen Jordan, CEO of the Institute for Sustainable Development.

     SpeakOut's results will provide additional information to the Puna Community Development Plan Action Committee to make informed recommendations regarding priority recovery objectives. The committee meets on Tuesday, August 6 to consider various recovery goals relating to village town centers, infrastructure, natural and cultural resource management, and health and wellbeing.

     To qualify for federal government disaster recovery funds, this level of public input is required. Said Recovery Manager, Diane Ley, "One big goal of the SpeakOut is to catalyze collaborative partnerships – a Community-Based Recovery Network – and to increase involvement by residents in the recovery planning and implementation process."

     Bob Agres, Manager for Disaster Recovery Community Engagement & Collaboration, said, "We designed the event to provide an opportunity where you and your family can share your voice and shape what your future Puna looks like. We hope the exchange of information will provide insight and will lead to many ways for the community to engage in the recovery process."

     SpeakOut follows the recently announced County surveys to collect community input that will shape both near- and long-term recovery efforts on Hawaiʻi Island. The surveys will be available at the event and are on the Kīlauea Recovery website, recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. For more information on the Community SpeakOut, go to recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/88/138.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Mon., July 29, 3 to 5 p.m., first day practice
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SATURDAY, JULY 27
Volcano's ‘Ōhi‘a Lehua Half Marathon, 7 a.m., 5K, 7:15 a.m., and Keiki Dash, 10 a.m.. Races begin and end at Volcano School of Arts & Sciences Campus on Haunani Road. Half Marathon, along road - $75/person until July 25; $85 July 26-27. 5K, along road - $40/person until July 25; $45/person July 26-27. Keiki Dash, grassy field, $10/child - ages 6 and under run 300 meters; ages 7-10 years old run 600 meters. No T-shirts given for Keiki Dash. Register at webscorer.com/register?raceid=175619. ohialehuahalf.com

Experience Volcano Festival, Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

Bingo, Saturday, July 27, 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Prize donations needed. stjudeshawaii.org

Arts & Tea Culture Workshop Series #3, Saturday, July 27, 1-4p.m., Volcano Art Center. Requires minimum of 6 participants to be held. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Grand Slam performance, Saturday, July 27, 7-10p.m., Kīlauea Military Theater. Cover charge taken at door. Open to all authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com

SUNDAY, JULY 28
Experience Volcano Festival continues Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

A Meeting to Establish Child Care for Kaʻū Coffee Farm Workers happens Sunday, July 28 at 3 p.m. at the Kaʻū District Gym Activity Room. Farmers and other supporters of the effort met July 13.
     With the increasing employment of members of Kaʻū's Marshallese community to pick Kaʻū Coffee, organizers in the coffee producing community, led by Laura Diaz, have established a nonprofit organization called Keiki OʻPalehua ʻOhana Program. The group has completed renovations of a room in the Pāhala Hongwanji Schoolhouse, with educational supplies for up to 15 keiki.
     Diaz said the program is looking for an electrician to hang two ceiling fans at the childcare center, for some kind of food service for the keiki, and other donations. A grand opening is planned for Aug. 10.
     Call Diaz at 928-8188 or 408-306-5596.

TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


ONGOING
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon, 5K, and Keiki Dash Registration open through Saturday, July 27, the day of the races. It replaces the Volcano Rain Forest Runs. See ohialehuahalf.com.

Kīlauea Drama & Entertainment Network's Summer Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., through Sunday, July 28 at Kīlauea Military Camp's Kīlauea Theater. Tickets are available at Kīlauea General Store, Kea‘au Natural Foods, Basically Books, The Most Irresistible Shop, and at door. $20/general admission, $15/student or over 60, $12/age 12 and under. Park entrance fees may apply. 982-7344, kden73@aol.com, kden.org

Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com


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Kaʻū News Briefs, Saturday, July 27, 2019

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Experience Volcano Festival kicked off today with art, food, and entertainment events. Join in making
a community mosaic Sunday at noon at Volcano Art Center.
We Love Volcano image from Experience Volcano
EXPERIENCE VOLCANO FESTIVAL kicked off its inaugural event today to showcase the village that was devastated economically last year during everyday earthquakes and threats of explosive lava. Next to a calm Kīlauea volcano, the festival continues tomorrow with the following schedule:
     6 a.m. to 9 a.m. - Cooper Center Farmer's Market.
     9 a.m. - Opening Oli at Kīlauea Lodge; Hawaiian Quilting Demo with Roberta Miller at Lava Rock Café; Estate White Tea Harvest Workshop at Volcano Winery; Rain Forest Walk & Tour at Volcano Art Center.
     10 a.m. - Poi Pounding at Lava Rock Café; Lauren Elle Brodio Acoustic Performance at Volcano Art Center; Kids Activity Corner at Akatsuka Orchid Farm.
     10:30 a.m. - Volcano Winery Tour.
     11 a.m. - Veronica Rose Acoustic Performance at Lava Rock Café; The Brown Boys at Kīlauea Lodge; Hawaiian Block Printing at Volcano Art Center; Orchid Tour at Akatsuka Orchid Farm.
Hula at the first day of the first Experience Volcano Festival. Photo from Experience Volcano's Instagram
     Noon - Tahitian Hula at Lava Rock Café; Community Mosaic at Volcano Art Center.
     12:30 p.m. - Volcano Winery Tour.
     1 p.m. - Watch Sunday High Fire! with Eric Wold at Volcano Art Center; Ceramic Mask Making with Ira Ono at Volcano Garden Arts; Makana Kamahele's Hawaiian music at Volcano Winery; Orchid Flask Painting Demo at Akatsuka Orchid Farm.
     2 p.m. - Keiki & ʻOhana Time Activities at Akatsuka Orchid Farm, William Kauhane 's Hawaiian music at Lava Rock Café, Rain Forest Walk & Tour at Volcano Art Center.
     2:30 p.m. - Afternoon Tea at Kīlauea Lodge, advanced booking required.
     3 p.m. - Hula Performance from Ke ʻOlu Makani O Mauna Loa at Kīlauea Lodge; Winery Tour at Volcano Winery; ʻUkulele lessons at Volcano Art Center.
     7 p.m. - Grand Slam Band at Lava Lounge.
     All day Events - Volcano Garden Arts presents Art of Bonsai with Bill Newton; Margret Lynch, Raku Demo; Wheel Throwing with Michael Boucher; Paper Batik Make & Take; and Self-Guided Rainforest Walk. Kīlauea Lodge opens the Lili Farm House Petting Zoo; Volcano Winery is the site for the Tuk Tuk Thai Food Truck; and Akatsuka Orchid Farm offers 10 percent off on Plant & Garden Purchases.
     The event is supported by local businesses and organizations. See Experience Volcano online.

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THE INAUGURAL ʻŌHIʻA LEHUA 5K AND HALF MARATHON drew many runners this morning to VolcanoVillage. The races fill the gap of the Volcano Rain Forest Runs, which retired this year after nine years. They also support a cause, ridding the forest of RapidʻŌhiʻa Death.

     The 5K female winners are: overall, Aria Heil (age 16); 19 and under, Jade Ivey; 20-29, Midori Mastuo; 30-39, Elyse Cummins, 40-49, Yuko White; 50-59, Aubrey Hawk; 60-69, Marta Ciancio; 70+, Fia Mattice.
     The 5K male winners are: overall, Rylie Cabalse (age 19); 19 and under, Caleb Crook; 20-29, Bryce Harada; 30-39, James Twig-Smith; 40-49, Jarvis Valera; 50-59, Reed Brozen; 60-69, Zinn; 70+, Jeff Hamilton.
Some of the runners that finished the Half Marathon and 5K in Volcano
today. Far right, the second youngest runner to complete the 5K race,
Helena Rataj, who is just ten years old. Photo from Jolene Head, 
posted to Volcano'sʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon Facebook group.
     The Half Marathon female winners are: overall, Noe Waller (age 28); 19 and under, no entries; 20-29, Nicole Lewien; 30-39, Jodie Rosam; 40-49, Julia Scharwaechter; 50-59, Brenda Camacho; 60-69, Elizabeth Wright; 70+, Morgen Bahurinsky.
     The Half Marathon male winners are: overall, Billy Barnett (age 35); 19 and under, Ayrton Takane; 20-29, Darian Basacdua; 30-39, Joe Fairchild; 40-49, Jacob Fansler; 50-59, Kentaro Aoki; 60-69, Leonard Torricer; 70+, Paul Whitehouse.
     See more results in tomorrow's Kaʻū News Briefs.

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ALLOWING COMPENSATION FOR BOARD MEMBERS, EMPLOYEES, AND OFFICERS OF NON-PROFITS, who care for lands funded by the Two Percent Land Fund, unanimously passed the County Council this week. It is a recommendation and would go on the 2020 ballot if it passes through the Charter Commission. Kaʻū's County Council member Maile David, and Kona and Waikaloa's council member Karen Eoff, offered the proposal.
Details on using the Two Percent Land fund for stewarding preserve
lands go before the Charter Commission in August and could be
on the ballot in 2020. Photo by Julia Neal
     The charter amendment would allow compensation for specific duties such as labor, educational workshops, and maintenance work to be paid to an officer, board member, or employee, if those duties have been specifically identified and officially approved in the detailed business plan submitted as part of the stewardship proposal.
     The rationale is that the nonprofits working on the land are often comprised of a small number of community members who are motivated to work on the projects. Contracting out all labor would also be a higher cost to the organization.

     Debbie Hecht, who leads the Two Percent Fund community effort, Save Our Lands Citizen's Committee, encourages testimony to the Charter Commission, in person on Wednesday, August 8, at  in Hilo, or to Charter.commission@hawaiicounty.gov.
     Said Hecht, "If you are the member of a non-profit who has applied or may apply to the Maintenance Fund, it is especially important for you to show up to tell why this would help your organization (even if you showed up before). This is a last ditch effort to be able to pay people who work on the land. Please say you support the council's manaʻo on CA-18 to allow the nonprofits to pay people that work on the land, and you would like the clarifying language incorporated into their proposed CA-9."

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Maunakea Protector hula on the Maunakea Access Road, where the blockade is in its 13th day.
THE PROTECTORS OF MAUNAKEA'S ENCAMPMENT AT PUʻUHULUHULU grew again this weekend, with Saturday the 13th day of no access to the Maunakea summit for the public, crews for building the new Thirty Meter Telescope, stargazing businesses, and telescope operators. Exceptions are some maintenance workers for the telescopes allowed through the Protectors' blockade, and permission given by the courts for one native Hawaiian to travel to the summit for religious purposes.

     Protectors of Maunakea released the following on the Protect Maunakea Facebook page:
     "Okay let's get things straight—the State is blocking Native Hawaiians from accessing our sacred sites and our right to give offering and prayers—these r US first amendment and state constitutionally protected rights (the Occupation aside for a moment please). this means we have human and civil rights that are protected or r supposed to be upheld.
Kealoha Pisciotta explains Protectors' view of the Maunakea issue.
Video from Rising Up with Sonali
     "We on the other hand are being blocked and in turn r blocking Construction trucks and therefore it we r helping them to not to commit DESECRATION which is against the law in Hawai’i with a punishment of 1 Year in prison and a 10,000 fine and or both. So we r actually committing Civil Assistance—not Civil Disobedience (we r not fighting an unjust law —the law is on our side).
     "This is what is unreasonable and future the Observatory bosses r trying to claim foul is too. Because as Kaho’okahi is saying the technicians are being allowed up."
     The Protect Maunakea Facebook page also posted an interview with Maunakea protector Kealoha Pisciotta, who is involved with many of the legal challenges to TMT, explaining her view of the history of the issue.
     The Kaʻū Calendar intern and Volcano School of Arts & Sciences student Manu Yanha is on the scene at Maunakea this weekend.

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Warm-ups for nationals at Kaʻū District Gym.
Photo by Julia Neal
THE KAMEHAMEHA GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TEAM, who held their warm-up camp in Pāhala to compete in USA Volleyball national tournaments, did well, according to Coach Guy Enriques. He said they took third in the Anaheim Classic and 19th in Nationals. "That is very good for this young team," said Enriques. He said the Kaʻū-Miloliʻi team also did well in Anaheim.

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MAUNA LOA'S 1935 LAVA FLOW IN MODERN MEDIA COVERAGE is the subject of this week's Volcano Watch, written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates:
     In ongoing media coverage of demonstrations at the base of Mauna Kea, many hundreds of people can be seen standing on a black lava flow that surrounds the Puʻuhuluhulu Native Tree Sanctuary adjacent to the Daniel K. Inouye Highway. That same lava flow continues on the other side of the highway, which traverses the saddle between Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea.
     The eruption that produced the lava flow started at the summit crater of Mauna Loa on November 21, 1935, and quickly progressed into the volcano's upper Northeast Rift Zone. From there, lava advanced to the west, away from Hilo, the largest city on the island.
     On November 27, another vent opened lower on the north flank of Mauna Loa, from which an additional lava flow quickly advanced to the north. Within ten days, the flow had stalled at the base of Mauna Kea but remained active. This lava was known as the Humuʻula flow.
     The lava flow worried residents of Hilo for a time because, after ponding and likely inflating behind Puʻuhuluhulu, it suddenly broke out toward the city at alarming rates of about 2‒3 km per day (1.5‒2 miles per day) for nearly a week in late December.
     Thomas Jaggar, who was director of HVO at the time, had been warning island residents about the potential destruction by future lava flows over the past year. When it appeared that the 1935 Humuʻula flow was headed toward Hilo, he wanted to divert the lava by bombing the flow and requested Army airplanes from Oʻahu to do the job.
This panoramic view of the 1935 Humuʻula flow (black lava) on both sides of Daniel K. Inouye Highway, which runs east 
to west in the saddle between Mauna Loa (snow-capped shield volcano at far left) and Mauna Kea (distant right), was 
taken from the top of Puʻuhuluhulu. View is to the northwest. The top of Hualālai is visible in far distance (center). 
USGS photo by J. Kauahikaua, Jan. 1, 2017

      The bombing operation launched from the Hilo airport on Friday, Dec. 27, 1935. After the military planes dropped bombs near the eruptive vent, the flow appeared to slow. A few days later, Jaggar declared success, and most Hilo residents, relieved by his words, went back to their normal tasks.
     Dec. 28, an article on the front page of the Hilo Tribune Herald was titled, Pele Angry! Old Nativesexpress fear of bombing. The article went on to quote several Hawaiians. "Pele should not be disturbed. This bombing is a folly. It will do more harm than good. If Pele makes up her mind to come to Hilo it is not for man to dissuade her by artificial methods. She cannot be stopped that way."
Aerial view of one of 20 600-lb. bombs dropped on the Mauna 
 Loa flow on Dec. 27, 1935. Photo from Army Air Corps

   But not everyone was happy.
   Harry Keliʻihoʻomalu, a longtime Puna resident, went to the Hilo airfield to warn the pilots of Pele's anger and then visited the newspaper's office to voice his objections. "Why don't they leave Pele alone? They shouldn't interfere with the flow. If Pele decides to flow to Hilo, there's nothing that they can do to stop her."
   Eben (Rawhide Ben) Low, kamaʻaina resident and one-time cowboy and rodeo star, agreed. "Dropping a bomb into the Mauna Loa lava flow is like throwing a peanut into the middle of the Pacific Ocean, for all the good it will do.'
Was the bombing successful? Jaggar was the only geologist to claim so.
   Jaggar's boss, Edward G. Wingate, superintendent of Hawaiʻi National Park (as it was called then), was non-committal. Prior to the actual bombing, Wingate had been skeptical of the use of airplanes and arranged transport of the explosives to the vent by land. But after Jaggar exclaimed the bombing a success, Wingate simply deferred to Jaggar's claim.
   Contemporary geologists were unconvinced, and, in more recent times, studies of the 1935 flow show that its slowing was probably coincident with, rather than caused by, the bombing. In hindsight, one could conclude that the bombing was indeed a folly.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Mon., July 29, 3 to 5 p.m., first day practice
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SUNDAY, JULY 28
Experience Volcano Festival continues Sunday, July 28, multiple locations in Volcano. Features art, food, music, and performances. More details at experiencevolcano.com.

A Meeting to Establish Child Care for Kaʻū Coffee Farm Workers happens Sunday, July 28 at 3 p.m. at the Kaʻū District Gym Activity Room. Farmers and other supporters of the effort met July 13.
     With the increasing employment of members of Kaʻū's Marshallese community to pick Kaʻū Coffee, organizers in the coffee producing community, led by Laura Diaz, have established a nonprofit organization called Keiki OʻPalehua ʻOhana Program. The group has completed renovations of a room in the Pāhala Hongwanji Schoolhouse, with educational supplies for up to 15 keiki.
     Diaz said the program is looking for an electrician to hang two ceiling fans at the childcare center, for some kind of food service for the keiki, and other donations. A grand opening is planned for Aug. 10.
     Call Diaz at 928-8188 or 408-306-5596.

TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Mon

day, Aug. 5, Kahuku Park, Hawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6, 12:45-3:30p.m. Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Birth of Kahuku, Sat., Aug. 3, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy-to-moderate hike. nps.gov/havo


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

ONGOING
ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon, 5K, and Keiki Dash Registration open through Saturday, July 27, the day of the races. It replaces the Volcano Rain Forest Runs. See ohialehuahalf.com.

Kīlauea Drama & Entertainment Network's Summer Musical: Rodgers and Hammerstein's Flower Drum Song, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m., through July 28 at Kīlauea Military Camp's Kīlauea Theater. Tickets are available at Kīlauea General Store, Kea‘au Natural Foods, Basically Books, The Most Irresistible Shop, and at door. $20/general admission, $15/student or over 60, $12/age 12 and under. Park entrance fees may apply. 982-7344, kden73@aol.com, kden.org

Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com


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Kaʻū News Briefs, Sunday, July 28, 2019

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The inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon races to raise money to save the ʻŌhiʻa Forests drew many
runners to Volcano yesterday. See half marathon race results below, 5K results tomorrow.
Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
MIRANDA FARMS TOOK TOP KAʻŪ COFFEE at the Hawaiʻi Coffee Association Statewide Cupping Contest. Jose, Berta, and Miss Kaʻū Coffee 2015 Maria Miranda accepted the award on Saturday, July 28 at the annual HCA Convention, this year held on Oʻahu. Miranda Farms also took fifth statewide, while R&G Farms, owned by Gloria Camba and Rogalio Aquino, took ninth statewide.
     In the scoring for the Kaʻū Coffee Region, Miranda Farms placed first, with 84.753 for its naturally processed Yellow Caturra. R&G took second, with its fully washed Typica variety and a score of 84.213. In third for Kaʻū was H&H Farm, LLC, with its pulped natural Bourbon variety, and a score of 83.910.

Jose and Berta Miranda win top coffee for Kaʻū, with Gloria Camba (r) taking second for her R&G Coffee 
grown with Rogelio Aquino. Photo by Maria Miranda 
     The Kaʻū Coffees scored close to the statewide winners. In first statewide was Greenwell Farms, of Kona, with its fully washed Geisha beans and a score of 85.280. In second statewide was Kona Rainforest LLC, with its naturally processed Typica beans, scoring 85.177. In third was Hula Daddy, of Kona, with its naturally processed Mokka variety and a score of 84.787.

Miss Kaʻū Coffee 2015 Maria Miranda (r) at the
new Miranda Farms Coffee outlet, open to the
public on Hwy 11 near Kahuku.
Photo from Miranda Farms
     Numerous Kaʻū Coffee farms scored more than 80 points, considered the standard for highly prized specialty coffee. In addition to the winning Kaʻū entry, Miranda submitted a pulped natural Typica that scored 83.785. In addition to the second place winner in the Kaʻū category, R&G submitted a fully washed Typica for a score of 83.375. In addition to its third place win, H&H Coffee Farm LLC submitted a pulped natural Typica variety for a score of 83.815 and a pulped natural Bourbon/Typica mix for a score of 83.470.
     Kaʻū Mountain Farm, owned by Dennis Albert and managed by Alla Kostenko, submitted a fully washed Typica that earned a score of 83.69; a pulped, natural Catuai with a score of 83.530; and a fully washed Typica, scoring 83.125. Willie and Grace Tabios submitted their Rising Sun entry of fully washed Bourbon/Typica mix to score 83.440. Leo Norberte's JN Farms submitted a fully washed Typica for a score of 83.035. FL Farm, founded by the late Fanny Lilly, submitted a fully washed Typica/Caturra for a score of 83.00.
     Silver Cloud Coffee Farm, owned by Myles Mayne, submitted a fully washed Catuai for a score of 82.880 and a fully washed Caturra/Typica for a score of 82.750. Kaʻū Valley Farms entered a pulped natural Red Bourbon for a score of 82.810. Aroma Coffee Farm, owned by Amelia Biason, submitted a fully washed mixed variety for a score of 82.690. Ed Olson's Kaʻū Coffee Mill, LLC, entered a fully washed Typica for a score of 82.560. Manuel Marques' Hokulele Coffee Co. submitted a fully washed Typica/Caturra/Catuai for a score of 82.250.

     See all the coffee entries statewide that scored 80 and over at hawaiicoffeeassoc.org/resources/Cupping/2019/Results/2019-HCA-Cupping-Results-80
Plus.pdf.


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Susan Tom as she exuberantly finished the inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon race Saturday.
Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
A FINE MIST COOLED OFF RUNNERS during the inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon in VolcanoVillage on Saturday, July 27. The races included a half marathon, a 5K, and two levels of keiki dash for those ten and under – who didn't want to race with the adults.

     Race Director Keely McGhee, Organizer Kelly Muragin, and Course Manager Nick Muragin, all of Hawaiʻi Island Racers, devoted their time to the new race to fill the gap left by Volcano Rain Forest Runs ending after nine years. The race also helps to raise money to help save ʻŌhiʻa Forests.

     Said Kelly Muragin, "It certainly was a grass roots race in Volcano Village, being an inaugural event. After the race, many runners approached us and said they were grateful for us bringing the 'Big Island Running ʻOhana' together in Volcano and keeping running alive there. A lot also said they will definitely return next year, the event started on time, very organized, and ended early as well. No long waits for awards, etc."

     She said Grant Matsushige contacted her to say the Kaʻū aid station "was an awesome group. They had to direct traffic BOTH ways and they did a fantastic job! Super helpful to the runners. They also went out of their way to go beyond their aid station area to sweep for cups after the event."
At the awards ceremony for the inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half
Marathon races. Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     Said Nick Muragin, "Being that I was on the course most of the time, I can't say enough about the volunteers and the positive vibes they put out. Wouldn't pull it off without them. I saw lot of smiles all during the race. The businesses were also happy we brought so many to the town for the weekend."

     McGhee said, "The inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Runs was well received by runners and locals alike. Our group, Hawaiʻi Island Racers had a blast organizing this event and cannot wait to be back next year. We are so thankful to all of the Volcano Community, the Experience Volcano group, The Volcano School of Arts & Sciences, and all of our hard working volunteers."

     Male Half MarathonTop Five Winners

     Billy Barnett, of Volcano, took first overall in the Half Marathon in 1:17:23.0. Hot on his heels was Patrick Stover in 1:19:53.4 and David Collier in 1:23:31.9. The three men are the first three placeholders for their age group, 30-39. Jacob Fansler is fourth overall, in 1:25:57.3, with Daniel Hill fifth, in 1:27:20.6. Both men are the first two placeholders in their age group, 40-49.
     Joe Fairchild, 6th overall, took fourth in the 30 – 39 group in 1:27:29.2, with Daniel Hartong, 8th overall, fifth in 1:30:31.2.
     Brian Shiro, 7th overall, took third in the 40 – 49 group, in 1:29:45.3. Joe Barcia, tenth overall, took fourth, in 1:31:57.2, David Knowles placed fifth, in 1:44:54.4.
     Ayrton Takane, age 15, is first in the 19 and under group, 13th overall, in 1:37:59.7. Parker Smith, age 14, is second, in 2:11:10.8. There were no other 19 and under entries.
On the course. Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     The four 20-29 group saw Darian Basacdua place first, in 1:44:23.6; Nicholas Tran second, in 1:52:32.7; Dalton Heil, third, in 1:58:48.1; and Al Galiza fourth, in 2:13:45.3.
     Kentaro Aoki took first place in the 50 – 59 group, in 1:38:07.8. Shawn Mishler, in 1:41:00.0, took second; Alex Wood took third, in 1:44:41.9. Fourth went to Michael Pipta, in 1:53:02.2. John Poetzel placed fifth, in 2:02:02.8.
     The 60-69 group, one of the more crowded fields, saw Leonard Torricer place first, in 1:57:03.6. Steven Pavao, second in 2:03:14.3, was closely followed by Ken Bevis, third in 2:05:39.8. Tom Cross took fourth, in 2:11:59.8, and Christopher Rizzi took fifth, in 2:22:17.0.
     Paul Whitehouse took first in the 70+ group, in 2:40:08.4. Joe Loschiavo took second, in 2:46:24.1. They were the only entries on their group.
     Female Half MarathonTop Five Winners

     Noe Waller, formerly Noelani McMahon, a Hiloresident and firefighter for Volcano, took first overall for the women in the Half Marathon, and first for her group, 20 – 29, in 1:30:33.3. She also won last year's final Volcano Rain Forest Runs Half Marathon for females, and she improved her time by over two minutes.
     Bree Brown took second overall for women and first in her group, 30-39, in 1:31:57.8 – less than a minute and a half behind Waller. Brown, who is a well-known Hawaiʻi Island runner, broke her leg during a race last year.
     Tina Eakin, in the 40-49 group, took third overall for women, in 1:34:23.2. Jodie Rosan, 30 – 39, took fourth overll for women, in 1:44:05.3, and Jessie McCree, 30 – 39, placed fifth, in 1:44:17.9.
     No female under age 20 entered the Half Marathon.
Finishers of the inaugural Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon races. 
Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     Nicole Lewien took second in the 20 – 29 group, in 1:49:55.5; Shelby Kuyawa third, in 1:57:45.9; Mariah Castro frouth, in 2:06:05.5, and Rachel Irving fifth, in 2:10:39.7
     Elda Carreon placed fourth for the 30 – 39 group, in 1:51:47.1. Brooke Kinsler took fifth, in 1:58:03.6.
     Second place in the 40-49 group for women was accomplished by Julia Scharwaechter, in 1:49:53.9. Third went to Tamara Hynd, in 1:51:21.1, fourth to Nina Hasler, in 2:00:34.3, and fifth to Frecia Cevallos, in 2:15:12.6.
     Brenda Camacho took first place for women in the 50 – 59 group, in 1:52:18.8. The rest of the group was almost evenly spaced, with Tawnie McDonald, second, in 1:55:58.3; Catherine Fedak, third, in 1:58:46.5; Kathy Spory fourth, in 2:01:26.0; and Teresa Hall, fifth, in 2:03:11.9.
     Age group 60-69 for females first place winner is claimed by Elizabeth Wright, in 2:09:33.4. Second went to Suzanne Paulsen, in 2:33:24.6; third to Marilyn Brown, in 2:52:16.3. Fourth place went to Kaylynne Santana, in 3:30:57.0. Toni Romp-Friesen, the 100th and final finisher of the Half Marathon overall, was fifth, in 3:30:58.9.
     Morgen Bahurinsky, in 2:54:42.4, and Wendy Minor, in 3:13:39.0, represented the over-70 female finishers.
     See top finishers of the 5K race of Volcano's new ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon in tomorrow's Kaʻū News Briefs.

     The race was an event during the Experience Volcano Festival this weekend. See more on the festival in Monday's Kaʻū News Briefs.

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MAUNAKEA TELESCOPE WORKERS are expected to return work. Protectors of Maunakea announced today that they would have no problem allowing people to go to work on the mountain, other than those aiming to build the Thirty Meter Telescope there.
     One of the leaders at the Puʻuhonua o Puʻuhuluhulu encampment at the access road, Kaho‘okahi Kanuha, said that the Protectors wanted to be allowed one car to the summit for religious practices each week and were turned down by the state. He said that the state accepted the arrangement today. "So from here on out, those who wish to perform maintenance on the telescopes will have unobstructed access to the Mauna," said Kanuha.
     Telescope operators warned last week that they were unable to do their research and that the telescopes could be compromised without maintenance crews attending to them.


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"We have vowed to protect the remnants of our culture at whatever cost,
and the culture cannot exist without the land." -- George Helm.
Photo from Hawaiʻi News Now
HOUSE HAWAIIAN CAUCUS CHAIRMAN DANIEL HOLT asked Governor David Ige to rescind the emergency proclamation on Maunakea. A statement from the House quoted Holt:

     "The Hawaiian culture is one of aloha and respect. These values must be present in all that we do. It has become evident from the number of demonstrations across the State that the events on Mauna Kea impact all residents of Hawai‘i, whether or not they are of Native Hawaiian ancestry. 

     "When an issue of this magnitude and sensitivity arises, it demands an approach of utmost care and understanding. We ask that Governor Ige immediately rescind the proclamation of emergency in order to de-escalate the situation and to allow space for the voices of Hawai‘i's people to be heard. It is inappropriate to respond to peaceful protests with disproportionate force.

     "Ua Mau ke Ea o ka ʻĀina i ka Pono was first spoken by Kamehameha III in response to the return of Hawai‘i to its people. In times like these we need to reflect on these words and allow them to guide us in our pursuit of righteousness as stewards of Hawai‘i.
     "We urge Governor Ige to reflect on current events and move forward with empathy, respect, and righteousness. We hope to work with all parties to find a solution that is both compassionate and reasonable."



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A BILL TO REINSTATE MEDICAID FOR MARSHALL ISLANDERS and other people living in the U.S. who come from Freely Associated States, such as Republic of Palau and Federated States of Micronesia, was reintroduced last week by Senators Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz. The Covering our FAS Allies Act would reinstate Medicaid coverage under the Compacts of Free Association.
     The Compacts between the U.S. and the governments of the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Republic of Palau, and the Federated States of Micronesia, provide COFA citizens with the right to freely enter, live, and work in the United States, and prior to 1996, access certain benefits, including Medicaid. However, in 1996, the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act inadvertently excluded COFA citizens from the list of legally present non-citizens eligible to qualify for certain federal benefits. Since then, COFA citizens have been excluded from qualifying for Medicaid, denying them access to much-needed  care and leaving states like Hawaiʻi with large bills due to large populations of COFA.
     According to the Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs, Douglas Domenech, at least 38,000 COFA citizens live in U.S. territories and Hawaiʻi, with 16,680 COFA citizens residing in Hawaiʻi, including numerous families in Kaʻū.
     Said Hirono, "Health care is a human right, and for far too long, COFA citizens have not had equal access to essential care and services through Medicaid. The Compacts are critical to our national security interests in the Pacific and we must uphold our end of the bargain. Thousands of COFA individuals and families live in the United States, and we have an obligation to reinstate Medicaid coverage for these allies living in Hawaiʻi and across our country."
Sen. Brian Schatz
Sen. Mazie Hirono
     Schatz said, "This bill is about the federal government taking more responsibility and ensuring access to health care for all COFA citizens. Too often, Hawaiʻi shoulders the cost of care for these residents. But at the end of the day, the U.S. government – through Medicaid – should provide coverage to all COFA citizens."
     Kathy Ko Chin, President and CEO of the Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum, said, "This month marks the 54th anniversary of Medicaid, a program that provides cost-effective health coverage to more than 75 million people. However, hardworking COFA citizens are locked out of this important safety net when federal law inadvertently removed their eligibility. We are pleased that Senators Hirono and Schatz have introduced legislation to correct a nearly 25-year-old error, and we encourage Congress to restore Medicaid access that COFA citizens are entitled to."
     In February, during a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing to examine the state of U.S. Territories, Hirono highlighted the serious economic impact lost Medicaid eligibility has on FAS citizens.

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THE FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY GATHERING OF KAʻŪ HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB will be held Saturday, Aug. 17 from 5 to 10 p.m. at Pāhala Community Center. Everyone is invited to enjoy food, music, and history.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Mon., July 29, 3 to 5 p.m., first day practice
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


ONGOING
Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Monday, July 29, 2019

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Hurricane Erick could pass south of Kaʻū overnight on Thursday as a strong Tropical Storm, if it continues its predicted course and intensities. 
See more below. Map by Dennis Mersereau
NEW INTEREST IN NĀʻĀLEHU THEATRE RECONSTRUCTION AND PRESERVATION is emerging following the purchase of the adjacent Nāʻālehu Shopping Center by Duane and Robert Kurisu, from the late Harry and Jeanette Weinburg's 300 Corp.

     Glen Winterbottom, of Nāʻālehu, a longtime advocate of restoration of the historic theatre, released a letter to the Kurisu's and the public, saying in part that he has made "some humble efforts over the past few years to promote the restoration or reconstruction" of the "1925 Hutchinson Plantation Company structure for some sort of beneficial usage, but those have regrettably been unsuccessful and the structure has continued to deteriorate."

     He said there was some interest among state and county officials in early 2018, but without response from the owners, and with much other work to do with the volcanic eruption disaster.

    Writes Winterbottom, "It just seems a terrible shame and waste that this economically-depressed town might lose its last major unaltered landmark associated with the incredibly transformative sugar industry that dominated the Big Island and state for over 150 years.


    "If restoration of the landmark, which looms over the town center and has anchored it for nearly a century, were to prove unfeasible, there's no overriding reason why it couldn't be faithfully reconstructed on the exterior from measured drawings, as was done with most of the structures at Waipahu's Plantation Village on Oʻahu. As for the interior, a capable architectural firm with historic building expertise probably wouldn't have much difficulty redesigning it for some sort of adaptive reuse, if reviving it as a theater-type venue is deemed impractical.
Interest in revival of Nāʻālehu Theatre is growing. Photo by Peter Anderson
     "The nearby Nāʻālehu Library is currently situated in a cramped single-wide trailer, so

perhaps the State would be interested in leasing space for an expanded facility with plenty of parking. Or the structure could also be an appropriate site for a wide array of retail and/or tourism-related ventures, and there's probably room within for a full second floor as well."

     Winterbottom says that the Kurisus' interest could help inspire others to join in with grants and in-kind donations "to achieve a positive outcome for this community."
     He said he was formerly employed by C. Brewer's Nāʻālehu Dairy. "My great-grandfather spent most of his 20-year contracting career doing masonry work for Castle & Cooke's various sugar plantations, including constructing a widely admired 125-foot brick chimney for the Kohala Sugar Company in 1892."

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HPD AND PARK RANGERS ARE LOOKING FOR CLUES to the cause of the fatal accident along Hwy 11 in the Kaʻū Desert last week. On Thursday, July 25, Jonathan Milo Brown, 57, of Iowa, a professor at Grinnell College, was driving Hilo-bound on Highway 11 in the Kaʻū Desert area of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, just before 2 p.m. His vehicle wrecked near mile marker 35. Brown was found by Park rangers, pinned beneath his older model SUV. He was pronounced dead at HiloMedicalCenter later that day.
     Hawai‘i VolcanoesNational Park rangers, with the assistance of Hawai‘i Police Department, are investigating. Anyone with information regarding this accident can call Park dispatch at 808-985-6170 or HPD Officer Jason Foxworthy at 808-326-4646, ext. 229.


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Kaylynne Santana and Toni Romp-Friesen had a great time during Volcano's ʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon.
  Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
THE INAUGURAL VOLCANO'S ʻŌHIʻA LEHUA HALF MARATHON & 5K last Saturday was well received by runners and locals. The Half Marathon recorded 119 participants, the 5K 107 participants. The youngest 5K entrant was 6; the youngest finisher, 8 year old Maya Limmolt. The youngest Half Marathoner to finish was 14 year old Parker Smith. There were also Keiki Dashes for 6 and under, and 7 to 10, held at The Volcano School of Arts & Sciences.
     The new race, organized by Keely McGhee, and Kelly and Nick Muragin, seeks to raise money to help save ʻŌhiʻa forests, and fill the gap left by Volcano Rain Forest Runs, which retired in 2018. See yesterday's Kaʻū News Briefs for comments on the races and the Half Marathon results. Here are the 5K results:

A seedling ʻŌhiʻa Lehua was given as a trophy to those who finished 
the races. Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     Female 5K Top Five Winners

     Aria Heil, age 16, took first place for the 5K for women, sixth place overall, and first in her age group, 19 and under, in 24:55.6. Daniela Rebhan, in the 30-39 group, placed second for women, seventh overall, and first in her group, in 26:04.8. Cynthia Hartman finished third for women and second in her group, 30-39, in 28:13.0. Fourth overall for women went to Volcano local Aubrey Hawk, group 50-59, in 28:17.4. Hawk participates in the Volcano Winery fundraiser, which benefits VSAS; tickets are on sale as of Aug. 8. Jade Ivey, age 12, took fifth for women overall, and second in her group of 19 and under, in 29:03.5.
     Elaina Head, 12 year of age, took third in 19 and under, in 35:11.0. Helena Rataj, 10 years of age, took fourth, in 38:19.0. Maya Linnolt, age 8, took fifth, in 42:18.6.
     Age group 20-29 saw Midori Matsuo take second, in 30:28.4; Ariel Imoto third, in 35:02.4; and Emily Fernandes fourth, in 39:56.6. There was no fifth place finisher in the group.
     Elyse Cummins placed third in the 30-39 group, in 29:27.0. Fourth went to Jessie Deakins, in 31:51.3; fifth to Jessica Hartong, in 34:20.0.
     Women in the 40-49 group were led by Yuko White in first place, in 31:19.0. She was followed closely by Andrea Christensen in second, in 32:23.7; Jane Hansen, third, in 33:48.5; Jolene Head, fourth, in 35:11.1; and Heather Yost, fifth, in 35:25.5.
     Dawn Tillery followed Hawk in second for the 50-59 group, in 29:33.6. Third went to Kathy Baxter, in 35:35.6; fourth to Jeannette Heil, in 38:25.6; and fifth to Rachel Rimel, in 39:03.3.
 Shaka at the start of the first Volcano'sʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon.
Darian Basacdua, #147, took first in his 20-29 age group for the
Half Marathon. Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     The 60-69 group in the 5K saw Marta Ciancio place first, in 34:02.5. In second, Kathy Sweo, in 36:47.4, and Margaret Wassner in third, in 37:47.9. Robin Stratton placed fourth, in 39:35.5, and Judy Ann Williams finished fifth, in 41:53.8.
     Fia Mattice, in 34:00.1, and Dee Wiecher, in 54:09.2, represented the 70+ group.
     Male 5K Top Five Winners

     Rylie Cabalse placed first overall in the 5K, and first in his 19 and under group, in 18:55.8. More than a minute and a half later, second place overall, and first for his 50-59 group, Todd Marohnic finished in 20:29.0. Ryan Williams was third, in 22:11.4, and second in his 19 and under group. Bryce Harada, 20-29 group, placed fourth overall and first in his group, in 22:14.5. James Twigg-Smith took fifth overall, and first in his 30-39 group, in 23:43.4.
     The 19 and under group top five was filled out by 11 year old Caleb Crook, third, in 27:08.0. Asher Rataj, 12, took fourth in the group, in 27:10.5. Eli Crook, one of two youngest males – at ten years old – to finish the race, placed fifth in the age group and 23rd overall, in 30:28.8.
     Ramaiah Ojeda, in the 20-29 group, placed second, in 26:15.4. Close on his heels was Francis Sakai-Kawada, third, in 29:26.5. Fourth went to Nick Jack, in 35:18.7. There was no fifth entrant in the group.
119 people entered the inaugural Volcano'sʻŌhiʻa Lehua Half Marathon.
Jesse Houlding, Sharla-Ann Fujimoto, and Nicole Lewien start the race
together. In the Half Marathon, Lewien took first in her 20-29 age group,
Fujimoto fifth in her 30-39 age group, and Houlding sixth in his
50-59 age group. Photo from Mikey Brown Photography
     Second place in the 30-39 group was achieved by Bastian Rebhan, in 26:29.8. Third was captured by Jonathan Leiner, in 30:18.4; fourth by John Monnette, in 32:02.2; and fifth by Daniel Loo, in 36:33.5.
     Jarvis Valera, first, in 31:18.5, and Andrew White, second, in 31:19.4, represented the 40-49 group. There were no more entrants in the group.
     Reed Brozen, in the 50-59 group, followed Marohnic, in 26:10.0. Swiftly thereafter came Jeffrey Hawk, in 28:14.8, at third place; Christian Engelhardt, in 28:39.6, at fourth; and Patrick Adams, in 30:48.3, at fifth.
     Zinn took the first place slot in the 60-69 group, in 35:59.1. He was followed by Timothy Kale, in 43:59.2. There were no more finishers in the group.
     Jeff Hamilton, the eldest runner to finish the race, represented the 70 and older males, in 32:47.5.
     See the event website, ohialeahuhalf.com.
     See race results at webscorer.com/race?raceid=189374.

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Erick, center, and Flossie, coming up from the west, wind forecasts. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
ONE HURRICANE AND ONE TROPICAL STORM ARE HEADED TOWARD KAʻŪ, with Hurricane Erick predicted to strengthen to a major hurricane, then weakening to a tropical storm as it passes south of South Point overnight on Thursday.
     Tropical Storm Flossie is much farther away, but forecasters expect the storm to develop into a hurricane by tomorrow and stay strong until at least the weekend. She is also on track to make her way toward the islands.
     See nhc.noaa.govfor more.

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Some 2,500 peacefully marched on Kauaʻi Sunday, in solidarity with the Kiaʻi, Protectors, of Maunakea.
Photo from Puʻuhonua o Puʻuhuluhulu Maunakea Facebook
MAUNAKEA NEGOTIATIONS WERE THE SUBJECT OF MAYOR HARRY KIM'S press conference today. The mayor said he aims to help normalize operations on Maunakea, hoping that Maunakea Access Road will reopen to the public, telescope operators, religious practitioners and stargazing businesses.
A youth, walking down Daniel K. Inouye Hwy, with an inverted Hawaiian
state flag - the sign of a distressed nation.
Photo from Ikaika Marzo Facebook
     Kim said he met with Protectors of Maunakea and state officials involved with the Thirty Meter Telescope on Friday. He said there were no conclusions drawn regarding ending the blockade by Protectors who propose constructing the TMT, and that parties acknowledge their "different viewpoints," and plan more meetings. Kim said he supports construction of the world's most powerful telescope on Maunakea, "I support TMT as a resource of science. I support TMT to be done in a good way, a right way." He also called for any solution to be peaceful.
      While the mayor has visited the Protectors of Maunakea encampment at the Access Road several times, University of Hawaiʻi President David Lassner visited on Sunday. "I am committed to try to find a peaceful way forward for all people of Hawaiʻi," said Lassner. He said it "requires that I understand better than I did before I came here."
     Also visiting and performing at the encampment along Maunakea Access Road was Damian Marley, a recording artist and son of the late Bob Marley. The gatherings have grown to thousands of people, according to Protectors. On Kauaʻi this weekend, thousands marched in support.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
TUESDAY, JULY 30
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, July 30, 11:30a.m.-1p.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


ONGOING
Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Tuesday, July 30, 2019

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This historic plantation era cottage will soon become a gallery in Nāʻālehu, after serving as the location for
Kamaʻaina Kutz for many years. See story below. Photo by Peter Anderson
TWO MORE YEARS TO BEGIN THIRTY METER TELESCOPE CONSTRUCTION on Maunakea were authorized today by the state of Hawaiʻi. TMT asked for the extension from the deadline of September of this year.
     University of Hawaiʻi, which leased the telescope site to the TMT organization, issued a statement today. UH Pres. David Lassner said, "there are no imminent plans to move TMT construction equipment up the mauna." He said the University appreciates the extension of the deadline so that negotiations can continue with those who oppose the telescope. Protectors of Maunakea said they also appreciate the time extension.
     Protectors said they may leave their encampment at Puʻuhuluhulu, where they established a blockade on the Maunakea Access Road, should the arrival of either of the hurricanes heading toward Hawaiʻi become imminent.
     The governor today withdrew his emergency proclamation, which he declared earlier, stating security concerns with the blockade at Maunakea.
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Winds from Erick are expected to start affecting Hawaiʻi Island on Thursday. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
TWO HURRICANES HEAD TOWARD HAWAIʻI THIS WEEK. Erick, a Category Four, with winds of 133 mph this evening, 750 miles south east of  Hilo, is expected to pass south of South Point overnight Thursday. Erick is running into shear which is expected to knock the hurricane down to a tropical storm before reaching Hawaiian waters. Winds and rains may be the threat to Kaʻū.
     On the heels of Erick is Category One Flossie, still more than 2,300 miles to the east and strengthening. The forecast track takes Flossie over Hawaiʻi Island early next week, weakening before reaching here as a hurricane.
     Civil Defense officials said now is the time for preparation to avoid long lines at gas stations, grocery stores, and ATMs across Hawaiʻi.
     Said Gov. David Ige, "Hurricane season brings the very real threat of high winds, rain, storm surge and potential flooding to the Hawaiian Islands. There could be significant impacts even if a hurricane doesn't hit us directly. I urge Hawaiʻi's residents and businesses to prepare now. Make an emergency plan, talk about it with your families and employees, and gather supplies to ensure that our communities are resilient."
Flossie is forecast to cross over Hawaiʻi next week -as a hurricane. Hawaiʻ Island can be seen, far left.
Image from nhc.noaa.gov
     Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency reminds residents and visitors to prepare an emergency kit, with a minimum of 14 days of food and water for humans and pets, and other supplies. The 14 day recommendation is due to the possibility of delayed disaster relief due to Hawaiʻi's mid-Pacific location. HI-EMA recommends residents verify and update housing and rental insurance, and make sure securing property is planned.
     HI-EMA recommends a family plan for possible storms and emergencies, and getting to know neighbors; keeping up to date on conditions via local media, websites, apps, and notification systems (i.e., HNL.Info); keep vehicle gas tanks filled; make sure medications and other required items are stocked up; and secure important documents.

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HalePlus examples. Photo from HPM
AFFORDABLE, PRE-APPROVED MODULAR HOMES will soon be available from HPM Building Supply outlets around the island. HPM announced last week that it is developing a new line of pre-approved, permittable, expandable homes. The HalePlus one-bedroom home will be available in 2020 for under $100,000, including basic home construction costs. It can be "easily expanded after initial construction with additional bedrooms, home offices, expanded kitchens, and more," said a statement from HPM.
     HPM is partnering with nonprofit Hope Services to provide 12 modified HalePlus studio units at reduced cost to build a low-income kūpuna housing community in Pāhoa, next to the micro-shelters constructed last year for lava evacuees.
     Factory-built at HPM in Keaʻau, a HalePlus one-bedroom could save a homebuilder up to 40 percent compared with the traditional building process. The homes will be delivered to the homebuyer within three months of the manufacturing start date. A unique feature is that they can be detached from the permanent footing and moved to another location intact, unlike standard pre-fabricated homes. Add-on modules can be built up front or after initial construction.
Using light to verify the structure is straight.
Photo from HPM
     Jason Fujimoto, president, CEO and fifth-generation owner of HPM Building Supply, said, "So many residents and families dream of having a home of their own but are faced with Hawaiʻi's high cost of living. Especially after the Kilauea volcano eruption last year, we wanted to do more to help our community and put homeownership within reach of more people. The future of housing in Hawaiʻi depends on speed, flexibility and affordability. We put our nearly 100 years of home experience and understanding of local family needs into developing HalePlus.
     "The beauty of the HalePlus modular housing solution is that it can be modified for whatever the community needs. It's the right size and price for a young family starting out or for retirees who are downsizing. It can be expanded over time as a family grows. And it provides a County of Hawaiʻi pre-approved, permittable, and high-quality option for developers, companies and government agencies seeking scalability and cost-effectiveness. We truly appreciate the partnership of the County of Hawaiʻi for their openness to explore innovative housing solutions in our community in partnership with the construction industry."
     Gilbert Aguinaldo of Pacific Rim Construction is collaborating on the project with HPM Building Supply. Said Aguinaldo, "After the devastation of last year's lava flow, and the impact I saw on friends, neighbors and our community, I wanted to make sure our solution provided mobility. With a little notice and a little work, these homes and their contents can be detached from their permanent footing and moved out of harm's way."
     Brandee Menino, Hope Services CEO, said, "The lack of affordable housing is the greatest obstacle to ending homelessness on Hawaiʻi Island. We're excited to work with HPM to make housing more accessible to members of our community."

HPM is offering affordable, moveable, modular housing to Hawaiʻi Island.
Photo from HPM
     Learn more about HalePlus at hpmhawaii.com/haleplus.


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COME DISPLAY YOUR SPECIAL ART WORKS. Well-known hair care specialist, Corrine Kaupu, will close her longtime business, Kamaʻaina Kuts, and reopen as Kaʻū Art Gallery and Gift Shop on Sunday, Sept. 1. She invites local artists to show their specialty works "for a possible placement at the gallery" on Saturday, Aug. 10, 
     Kaupu said she's "looking forward to helping local artists and our community. I'm open to see what our community wants."

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THE IDEA ACT, to help close the gap faced by women, minorities, and others in procuring patent rights, was introduced Thursday by Sen. Mazie Hirono. The bicameral, bipartisan legislation, Inventor Diversity for Economic Advancement Act of 2019, reports a release from Hirono's office, references studies that show that women, minorities, and economically disadvantaged individuals apply for and obtain patents at significantly lower rates than their male, white, and wealthier counterparts. Only 21 percent of U.S. patents list at least one woman as an inventor. African American and Hispanic college graduates apply for patents at approximately half the rate of their white counterparts. Additionally, children born to families with incomes below the U.S. median income receive patents at less than ten percent the rate of children born to families in the top one percent.
Sen. Mazie Hirono
     The IDEA Act would close these gaps by directing the United States Patent and Trademark Office to collect demographic data – including gender, race, military or veteran status, and income level, among others – from patent applicants on a voluntary basis. It further requires the USPTO to issue public reports on the data, allowing outside researchers to conduct analyses and offer insights into the various patent gaps in our society. The full text of the IDEA Act is available here. A one-page summary of the bill is available here.

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THE NEWLY FORMED CONGRESSIONAL PACIFIC ISLAND CAUCUS is co-chaired by Rep. Ed Case, who formerly represented Kaʻū in congress and now represents urban Oʻahu. The bipartisan group will focus on issues "critical to the Indo-Pacific region Alliances and relationships," said a release from Case. "Defense, trade, and environmental challenges top the agenda." The other chairs are Congressman Don Young (R-AK), Dean of the House; Congressman Brad Sherman (D-CA), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's Subcommittee on Asia, the Pacific, and Nonproliferation; and Congressman Ted Yoho (R-FL), the ranking member of that Subcommittee.
Rep. Ed Case. Photo from KITV
     Case said the Caucus will serve as a resource in educating on the importance of the Pacific Islands and the issues they face. He said they seek to demonstrate the United States' commitment to the Indo-Pacific, specifically to the Pacific Islands, and wish to "facilitate communication and cooperation on issues of shared interest… including development, trade, and regional stability and security." They will formulate and implement "sound national policy in the Indo-Pacific over the next generation," said Case, and they will focus on trade, development, security, climate change, and ocean conservation.

     Said Case, "I have been convinced for some time that our country's and world's future are in the Indo-Pacific, and the islands of the Pacific are a key yet too-often-overlooked part of that region. These islands and their maritime exclusive economic zones are not only part of our own Pacific ‘ohana but encompass an area larger than the land areas of Russia and China combined.

     "We have longstanding partnerships and critical strategic and other interests throughout the Pacific Islands, not to mention that whole generations fought and won the Second World War and earlier conflicts here. Yet now they are increasingly under severe economic and environmental stress, and China is actively seeking to grow its influence. We cannot now turn away from the Pacific, and our new Caucus is dedicated to assuring that that does not happen."

     Said Young, "We will work hard to increase the understanding of the Congress on issues related to trade, economic development, and shared security in order to ensure the prosperity for all in the region."

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
WEDNESDAY, JULY 31
Kōkua Kupuna Project, Wednesday, July 31 – last Wednesday, monthly – 9-11a.m., St. Jude's Episcopal Church, Ocean View. Seniors 60 years and older encouraged to attend, ask questions, and inquire about services offered through Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i – referral required, 961-8626 for free legal services. Under 60, call 1-800-499-4302. More info: tahisha.despontes@legalaidhawaii.org, 329-3910 ext. 925. legalaidhawaii.org

THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


ONGOING
Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Wednesday, July 31, 2019

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Experience Volcano offered many venues around the village last weekend to bring new attention to the culture,
art, cuisine, winery, and places to visit. See more below. Photo from Experience Volcano
KAʻŪ REPRESENTATIVE IN CONGRESS, TULSI GABBARD, TOOK ON KAMALA HARRIS' SOCIAL JUSTICE RECORD in tonight's presidential debate between Democratic candidates, moderated by CNN. She said "I'm concerned about this record of Senator Harris'. She put over 1,500 people in jail for marijuana violations and laughed about it when she was asked if she ever smoked marijuana."
     Harris defended her record, without addressing the marijuana convictions. She noted she opposed the death penalty and took on the tough work to reform the justice system when she was California's Attorney General, heading the second largest justice department in the country, following the U.S. Department of Justice.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard during the second round of Democrat
presidential debates. Photo from CNN
     Gabbard took on the issue of health care: "Unfortunately, we don't have healthcare in this country – we have sick care. We've created a massive for-profit entity incentivized to keep people sick and on drugs. As president, I will work to build a healthcare system incentivized to increase health and prevent and heal disease."
     Concerning the war in the Middle East, Gabbard said, "14,000 service members are deployed to Afghanistan right now. This is about leadership – the leadership I will bring to do the right thing, to bring our troops home, within the first year in office."
     When questioned about her visit with the Syrian dictator Assad during her trip to the Middle East, after he was accused of using nerve gas on his own people, Gabbard referenced the complexity of finding out who is responsible for inhuman acts during war. She hearkened back to Iraq. "We were all lied to. We were told that Saddam had WMD, was working with Al Qaeda, and that this posed a threat to the American people. But not only have we not gone after Al Qaeda, they are stronger than they were on 9/11."
     Regarding the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the trade agreement of Pres. Barack Obama, abandoned by Pres. Donald Trump, Gabbard said, "TPP gave away our sovereignty to a panel of international corps whose rulings would supersede our laws. This goes against our values as a country, would have a negative impact on domestic jobs and lacked clear environmental protections." She said it would have to be rewritten for her to support it.
     In assessing the current president, Gabbard said "Donald Trump is not a patriot," and pointed to her years in the National Guard. She said, "Trump and warmongering politicians have failed us. They continue to escalate tensions with other nuclear armed countries pushing us closer and closer to the brink of nuclear catastrophe. As president, I will end this insanity."
     Gabbard's Twitter feed showed a Google Trends accounting of most searched Democratic presidential candidates during tonight's debate. It reported Gabbard first, Kamala Harris second, Cory Booker third, Joe Biden fourth, Andrew Yang fifth, Kirsten Gillibrand sixth, Jay Inslee seventh, Bill de Blasio eighth, Julián Castro ninth, and Michael Bennet tenth.

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Erick approaching the Hawaiian Islands. Flossie is hot on his heels. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
IN PREPARATION FOR HURRICANE ERICK, Hawaiʻi County closed South Point Road, and Punaluʻu and WhittingtonBeachParks, today. Residents of South Point Roadand Punaluʻu will be allowed to proceed to their homes. Camping permits and pavilion rentals will not be useable until further notice at both beach parks. With an expectation of increasing winds, Civil Defense Chief Talmadge Magno urged area residents and business owners to secure loose items and canopy tents on their properties.
     A High Surf warning is issued for east and south facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island. A Flash Flood Watch is forecast for east and south districts of Hawaiʻi Island for tomorrow.
    Erick, with winds of 105 mph, was located 480 from South Point at , moving at 14 mph. The projected path will take Erick south of South Point early Friday. However, winds and rain are expected early tomorrow. Erick is expected to be downgraded to a tropical storm before passing the islands.
     Tropical Storm Flossie – 1,800 miles from South Point, traveling at 16 mph, with 65 mph winds – is predicted to hit Hawaiʻi Island on Monday. Earlier forecasts predicted that Floose would maintain a powerful hurricane strength through the weekend. However, she diminished to a tropical storm, and is expected to return to hurricane strength and die back down to a tropical storm before reaching Hawaiʻi and passing north of the islands.
Image from nhc.noaa.gov
     Officials and forecasters remind the public that tropical storms can cause wind, rain, and surf damage, and to be prepared.

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USING SANDBAGS AGAINST FLOODING is one way to prepare for oncoming storms in Hawaiʻi County. In a release today, Department of Public Works said the county is "susceptible to flooding from hurricanes and heavy rain events during which streams, rivers, and drainage channels can flood quickly with little warning. The best way to protect yourself from flooding is to be prepared."
     The release states the county "generally does not provide sandbags to the public," and that placing sandbags before flooding is important. Sandbags, says the release, can help direct water away from a structure, but should be used in tandem with plastic sheeting or tarps. Sandbags should weigh about 35-40 pounds, be half filled with sand or soil, to allow them to lie flat, says DPW. They recommend placing sandbags like bricks, closely together, limiting height to 3 layers.
     Learn more at hawaiicounty.gov/pw-flood.


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Volcano Art Center's educational campus was one of many Experience Volcano venues.
Photo form Experience Volcano
THE FIRST EXPERIENCE VOLCANO FESTIVAL brought crowds numbering about 3,000 and a boost of continuing revitalization to Volcano Villageon July 27 and 28. Never giving up, the residents and businesses of the Volcano Village gateway community to Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park want the place known for more than its proximity to the now-gone lava lake at Halemaʻumaʻu. Despite the tough economic times brought on by last year's eruption, when there were air quality concerns and constant earthquakes, the community pulled together to invite visitors to come back and see Volcano through the eyes of the people who live there.


     Jesse Tunison, one of the organizers, said today that Experience Volcano will likely continue in 2020.
Hula at the Lava Rock Café in Volcano Village.
Photo from Experience Volcano
     Saturday and Sunday showed off the eclectic and creative community's talents, from one 

end of the village to the other. Art, food, music, and performances spanned the whole of the Volcano Village area, from Akatsuka Orchid Gardens to Volcano Winery, with a concentration of activities in the heart of the historic village. Organizers plan to hold a second event in July of 2020.
     Restaurants – like ʻŌhelo Café, Lava Rock Café, Aunty Pon's Thia Food Truck, Kīlauea Lodge, Café Ono, Lava Lounge, Chicken N' Ribs at Volcano Art Center, and Tuk Tuk Thai Food Truck – featured special menus.

     A variety of musical performances were offered: Lauren Elle Broido, Veronica Rose, The Brown Boys, Makana Kamahele, William Kauhane, Grand Slam Band, Lito Arkangel, Loyd Longakit & Doug Espejo, Randy Lorenzo, Loren & Lauren, Keoki Kahumoku, Ola Tripp Jr., and Rupert Tripp Jr.

     Keiki could enjoy Kids Activity Corner and Keiki & ʻOhana Time Activities, as well as Lili Farm House Petting Zoo.


     Hawaiian culture activities include an opening oli, chant, both days at , ʻukulele lessons, hula performances, and lei making.
Volcano enthusiasts went from one location to another to enjoy the
diversity of the village. Photo from Experience Volcano
     Wine

ry and orchid tours were offered each day. Those who came to visit Volcano Garden Arts could get their hands dirty with make-and-take projects. Volcano Art Center's Niʻaulani Campus featured art demonstrations all day, both days. Workshops and demonstrations focused on tea, quilting, ceramics, pottery, orchids, batik, bansai, raku, wine, and more. Walks to learn about Volcano Village's Historic Homes or the surrounding rainforest were open to all.

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RATIFICATION OF THE LAW OF THE SEA was requested by Sen. Mazie Hirono last week during the 25th anniversary of the U.S signing of the treaty, but not fully adopting it.
     U.S. Senate Resolution 284 calls on the U.S. Senate to ratify the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. UNCLOS has been ratified by 167 nations and the European Union. It lays out the rights and responsibilities of countries, relating to the world's oceans, including guidelines for businesses and the management of marine natural resources. Similar legislation was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives in June.

     Said Hirono, "The United States and our allies face aggressive and often hostile threats to international freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz in the Persian Gulf, the South China Sea, the Arctic, and the Black Sea, among many other regions of the world. This is why it is so important for the United States to become party to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, which


provides a legal framework enshrining rights key to our nation's maritime interests. Becoming party to UNCLOS protects our right of free passage through territorial seas and ensures we have a seat at the table on decisions impacting Hawaiʻi and the ocean around us. I am proud to join Senator Murkowski in calling for the long-overdue ratification of UNCLOS."
      The Nature Conservancy Vice President for Public Policy and Government Relations Lynn Scarlett said, "Ratification ensures that the United States may fully engage with other countries and international organizations on the many issues addressed by UNCLOS that are critical to U.S. interests, positions and expertise, including protecting the health and biodiversity of the world's oceans."
Law of the Sea gives geographic guidelines for ocean management. Image from Law of the Sea
     Ralph Cossa, Pacific Forum President Emeritus, said, "Tensions are rising in hotspots like the South China Sea as a result of China's increased assertiveness. This treaty is critical to ensuring freedom of navigation, peacefully resolving disputes, and upholding the international rules-based order that has contributed not only to our national security but to Hawaiʻi's security given our state's reliance on open maritime commerce and ocean resources. U.S. ratification is long-overdue. Failure to ratify puts us at a disadvantage when promoting our vital national security interests."

     Originally adopted in 1982, UNCLOS was further revised by a 1994 agreement to modify provisions related to seabed mining and has been in force ever since. The United States signed the 1994 agreement, which was subsequently transmitted to the U.S. Senate for its advice and consent. The U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted in support of ratifying the agreement in 2004 and in 2007. However, a U.S. Senate floor vote has yet to take place. Support for UNCLOS ratification comes from a wide range of environmental, scientific, labor, and industry organizations.

     The full text of the U.S. Senate resolution is available here.

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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION EVENTS happen  on Saturday, August 3 at the Francis Wong Baseball Stadium Parking Lot (entry via Manono Street) and Saturday, August 10 at the Kealakehe High School Parking Lot (entry via Pū‘ohulihuli Street).

     County of Hawaiʻi's Department of Environmental Management holds these regular collection events, at no charge to the public, so households can conveniently dispose of acceptable household hazardous waste in a manner that protects both public health and the environment.
     These events are for household-generated and self-hauled waste only. Business, government agency, non-profit agency, or farm wastes are not allowed. No latex paint, no electronic waste, and no tires will be accepted. Acceptable household hazardous waste includes automotive fluids, used batteries, fluorescent bulbs, and pesticides. Reusable latex paint will be not be accepted. For a more complete list of acceptable or unacceptable household hazardous waste, see hawaiizerowaste.org /recycle/household-hazardous-waste. The website includes other useful information on solid waste diversion and recycling. The next collection events will be in February 2020.

     Contact Chris Chin-Chance, Recycling Specialist with the Department of Environmental Management, at 961-8554 recycle3@hawaiicounty.gov with questions.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
THURSDAY, AUG. 1
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8,  The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org


Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


‘O Ka‘ū Kākou Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, Aspen Centerokaukakou.org


Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place Tuesday, Aug. 6,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Registration Open: Shrink Art Keychain, through Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place, Wednesday, Aug. 7,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


ONGOING
Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45am, and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30am. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com


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Kaʻū News Briefs, Thursday, August 1, 2019

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Threatened oceanic whitetip shark, with the main dorsal fin removed. 
Photo from Aquatic Life Divers & Big Island Divers





AN INCREASE IN SHARK FINNING is raising concern among marine biologists on Hawaiʻi Island, including Meagan Lamson, a leader in Hawaiʻi Wildlife Fund, which cleans Kaʻū beaches. A release from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources shared photographs of two oceanic whitetip sharks, lacking fins, and photographs of a dead, three-and-a-half-foot whitetip reef shark.
     The two oceanic whitetip sharks, a species listed as threatened under the Endangered Species Act, were observed alive off the coast of West Hawaiʻi. They were photographed and reported by dive tour operators. Stacia Marcoux, a Fish & Habitat Monitoring Technician with the DLNR Division of
Threatened oceanic whitetip shark, with the second dorsal fin 
removed. Photo from Aquatic Life Divers & Big Island Divers

Aquatic Resources commented, "Shark finning is not a new phenomenon, but the recent number of incidents is concerning. This is especially true for the threatened oceanic whitetip. We hope that once people see these photos, they will join us in condemning and discouraging this kind of activity regardless of its legality."
     In Jun, Lamson, found a whitetip reef shark, finned and dead, at Kaʻaluʻalu Bay. It was gutted and missing its dorsal fins. While the finning of the two oceanic whitetip sharks in West Hawaiʻi was reported to the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement, it's difficult to investigate without knowing when it happened and who may be responsible.
     Marcoux received photos provided by Big Island Divers and Aquatic Life Divers of the fin-less oceanic whitetips. She said, "It's heartbreaking to see these terrible wounds on these individuals. Sharks deserve our respect and we're encouraged that most tour operators are educating their clients about this issue. No one wants to see an injured shark swimming by." Marcoux and Lamson said that sharks, as apex predators, are "vital contributors to a healthy marine ecosystem. Many shark species are long-lived, they reproduce slowly, and anything that happens to threaten them can lead to sudden populations declines." They added that pono fishing practices include shark protection because sharks help sustain healthy fish communities and a balanced marine ecosystem. Additionally, certain shark
Dead whitetip reef shark. Photo from DLNR

species are culturally and spiritually important.
     People can help sharks remain a keystone species in Hawaiian waters by discouraging shark feeding, fishing, finning, or harassing activities. Help to reduce impacts to the coastal environment by packing out trash, and collecting any discarded fishing line or gear and cigarette butts.
     Brian Neilson, DAR Administrator, explained, "We can debunk the 'Jaws' myth that sharks are maneaters, and we encourage people to learn more about sharks and respect the role they play in our Ocean."
      Currently state law prohibits the take, killing, possession, sale, or offer for sale of whitetip reef shark and other shark species in West Hawaiʻi. Take means to fish for, catch, or harvest, or attempt to fish for, catch, or harvest, aquatic life. It is illegal to intentionally catch a whitetip reef shark to remove a fin within the West Hawaiʻi Regional Fishery Management Area. It is also illegal to possess, sell, offer for sale, trade, or distribute shark fins anywhere in Hawaiʻi. Anyone who sees any of these activities is asked to call the DLNR hotline at 643- 3567 or report it via the free DLNRTip app available for both iPhones and android devices.

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Erick, left, is passing Hawaiʻi Island tonight. Flossie is coming up fast from the east, center. Another storm system behind
Flossie has only a 30 percent chance of developing into a storm that could threaten Hawaiʻi. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
TROPICAL STORM ERICK is weakening swiftly as he is forecast to pass south of Kaʻū tonight. Erick was about 220 miles SSE of South Point, with 70 mph sustained winds, traveling at 13 mph at  
     Erick sparked a High Surf Warning, for east facing shores; a Wind Advisory; and a Flash Flood Watch, for Hawaiʻi Island. Expect heavy rain and possible flooding with 5 to 8 inches of accumulation over the next few days, states Civil Defense. Punaluʻu and Whittington Beach Parks and South Point Road remain closed to all but residents.
Erick is forecast to miss directly hitting any of the islands, but
is bringing some weather with him. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
     Department of Public Works has offered free sand at county baseyards; sandbags and shovels not provided. Call 935-0031 for assistance if a property is flooding.
     Tropical Storm Flossie is close behind Erick. Forecast to be a bigger threat, she calmed down after initial forecasts. At 5 p.m., Flossie was about 1,380 miles east southeast of South Point, with sustained winds of 70 mph, traveling at 18 mph
     Flossie is expected to pass north of the islands into cooler waters early next week, but bring more rain, winds, and surf, with little break between Erick's and her effects.

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AS STORMS THREATEN THE PUʻUHONUA O PUʻUHULUHULU ENCAMPMENT, heavy rain and winds up to 50 mph could impact those gathered in protest of the Thirty Meter Telescope project.
     A special shuttle for this weekend, between Hilo and Kona - run by Mauna Kea Summit Adventures, with a stop at Puʻuhonua - may be affected.
     Organizers posted to Facebook an announcement that all popups, tents, flags, and other structures or items "that cannot stand 50 mile-per-hour gusts" be dismantled, and that other precautions will be taken. The county also asked that all tents be taken down. At sunset it was reported that some tents were down and some people said they would take shelter in their vehicles.
Aquaman actor Jason Momoa with Kūpuna at Maunakea.
     Yesterday, Jason Momoa - a native Hawaiian actor known for his most recent live action incarnation of Aquaman - arrived earlier this week to visit the Proectors of Maunakea. He brought along his two children and wife, 80s icon Lisa Bonet. He said, "I just want to say that I'm thankful to the protectors and the stewards of this land, and we are not going anywhere," according to Honolulu Star Advertiser.

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VIRTUAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary happens Tuesday, August 13, from  The meeting is open to the public. Council members will join the teleconference to get Sanctuary updates on several different topics, including superintendent update, education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research in Hawai‘i. Public comment will be begin at 12:20 p.m.

     Audio will be via conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation will be via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292.
     The Sanctuary Advisory Council is comprised of members representing the islands of Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, Maui, and Oʻahu, in addition to local user groups, Native Hawaiian cultural advisors, fishing, business, conservation, science, education, and community representatives. Federal and state agency representatives also hold seats on the council.

     To receive more information, or to request a meeting agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao at 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.gov.

     The sanctuary is administered by a partnership of NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and the State of Hawai‘i through the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The sanctuary works to protect humpback whales through research, education, conservation and stewardship.

     DLNR's mission is to enhance, protect, conserve and manage Hawaiʻi's unique and limited natural, cultural, and historic resources held in public trust for current and future generations of visitors and the people of Hawai‘i nei.

     See Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary: hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhale; NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries: sanctuaries.noaa.gov; DLNR: dlnr.hawaii.gov.

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GET INTO YOUR SANCTUARY AND MONUMENT DAY happens Friday, August 2,  at Mokupāpapa Discovery Center in Hilo. Call before travel, due to storms Erick and Flossie. The fifth annual free event features family-friendly activities, exploring the wonders of our national marine sanctuaries and marine national monuments. "Robotics! Art! Virtual Reality Dives! Ocean Stewardship! Games!" boasts the release. 

     Papahānaumokuākea is cooperatively managed to ensure ecological integrity and achieve strong, long-term protection and perpetuation of Northwestern Hawaiian Island ecosystems, Native Hawaiian culture, and heritage resources for current and future generations. Four co-trustees - the Department of Commerce, Department of the Interior, State of Hawai'i and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs - protect this special place. Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument was inscribed as the first mixed (natural and cultural) UNESCO World Heritage Site in the United States in July 2010.
     For more information, contact Andy Collins at (808)498-4709 or andy.colins@noaa.gov, or see papahanaumokuakea.gov/get-involved/events/giysd2019.



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Lt. Gov. Josh Green (middle) and Surgeon General Jerome Adams. Photo from Lt. Gov. Green's twitter
MORE BEHAVIORAL SERVICES IN THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM are needed to help fight the homeless problem in Hawaiʻi, said the U.S Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams, who visited Hawaiʻi this week.

     During a meeting with top state health officials,  Adams said, "We know that many people end up in a homeless situation because they have behavioral health issues, and we know we aren't going to simply fix their problem by giving them housing if we aren't also treating those behavioral health issues." 

     Adamssaid the farther from Oʻahu, the less availability of behavioral health assistance. Without improving behavioral health care,  isn't addressed, housing availability will not to be enough to help fix the problem, he said. 

     Adams joined Lt. Gov. Josh Green, a physician who frequently serves the homeless, to tour faicilties and visit organizations that provide services for Hawaiʻi's homeless communities. Adams also discussed opioids, the impact of vaping on keiki, and CBD and cannabis.

    Said Adams, "We want to catch people when they fall off the cliff – but we also want to prevent people from from getting to the cliff's edge in the first place."

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
FRIDAY, AUG. 2

Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, -Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers remove invasive, non-native plants. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves/tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required for those under 18. Free; park entrance fees apply. Paul and Jane Field, field@hawaii.edu, nps.gov/havo


SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Birth of Kahuku, Sat., Aug. 3, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy-to-moderate hike. nps.gov/havo


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

‘Ōhi‘a Lehua, Sun, Aug. 4, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Empower Girls Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and 19, from 3-4:30p.m., PARENTS, Inc. office, Nā‘ālehu. Registration required. Diana, 935-4805

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


ONGOING
Enroll at Volcano School of Arts and Sciences for the 2019-2020 school year, which starts Aug. 5; orientation for new students is Aug. 2. Spaces are available in 1st through 8th grades of the expanding Kula ‘Amakihi Community-Based Education (CBE) Program; the school may also have space or short wait lists for certain grades in the regular on-campus programs. Contact 808-985-9800 or email enrollment@volcanoschool.net to enroll.

Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30a.m. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com


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Kaʻū News Briefs, Friday, August 2, 2019

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Streams and gulches overflowed in Wood Valley this morning. Photo by Julia Neal

TROPICAL ERICK POURED THROUGH Kaʻū today, dumping more than three inches of rain above Pahala and overflowing streams and gulches in Wood Valley. Kaʻū Farm Bureau President Phil Becker said Erick "made a mess and made it hard to get anything done." Only minor damage to waterways was reported. Wood Valley Road was flooded at the ford for several hours this morning.
    By late afternoon the Flash Flood Watch and Advisory were canceled. High Surf Warning for south facing shores are cancelled and Whittington and Punalu`u Beach Parks and South Point Road reopened. Tropical Storm Erick, at 5 p.m., was more than 250 miles west southwest of South Point, continuing to weaken. It is expected to have no more effect on Hawaiʻi Island after tonight.
      Camping permits, put on hold at Punalu`u and Whittington during Erick's approach, will be honored until Monday when Tropical Storm Flossie could be in the area. At 5 p.m. Flossie was about 1,000 miles from South Point, with 60 mph winds, moving at 17 mph, However she is expected to turn north, away from Ka`u, before arriving at Hawaiʻi Island late on Sunday. Winds are expected to blow into east and north-facing shores starting Sunday.
     A High Wind Advisory is in effect for the entire island. The High Surf warning for east facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island is in effect through this evening. 
     Officials and forecasters remind the public that tropical storms can cause wind, rain, and surf damage, and to be prepared with at least 14 days of food, water, and other necessary supplies.
Flowing water from Tropical Storm Erick blocks Wood Valley Road for a father and daughter who look at
the turbulence this morning. Photo by Julia Neal
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UH BOARD OF REGENTS WILL STUDY MAUNAKEA MANAGEMENT with a task force. It will be tasked with assessing University of Hawai`i's  management of the mauna, which has gained international attention with the Kiaʻi, Protectors of Maunakea, making a stand to block the Thirty Meter Telescope project.
     The "permitted interaction group" meetings won't be public, and there will be no record of what is discussed. The six members will be selected in a public meeting, report to the full board in a public meeting, and any action will be decided in a public meeting separate from the first and second. There is no deadline given for this reporting.
Erick passes over Ka`u, heading west, while Flossie approaches. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
     Today's meeting of the U.H regents was crowded, as many supporters of TMT attended. Though TMT was not on the agenda, it took up much of the five-hour meeting, reported Hawaiʻi News Now.

     UH Prof. Kaleikoa Kaeo testified that UH Pres. David Lassner should resign over the arrest of kūpuna and others while protesting, reported HNN. "I challenge Mr. Lassner to a public debate on whether or not this institution is a system of racism."

     HNN reported Lassner saying that he has no plans to resign. "I know there are a lot of people, friends disappointed in me from their perspective. They wish I had gone another way. I also have many friends and community members who are incredibly supportive."

     UH professor Cynthia Franklin, said regents should be meeting "to stop TMT" rather than setting up a task force. She asked, "How can you do anything at this point other than apologize to the people?"
Hawaiʻi Island is out of danger from Erick, but Flossie threatens with more rain, wind, and high surf.
Image from nhc.noaa.gov
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LEGISLATION PROMOTING NATIVE PLANT USE, RESEARCH, AND PROTECTION was introduced to the U.S. Senate on Wednesday by Sen. Mazie Hirono. The Botanical Sciences and Native Plant Materials Research, Restoration, and Promotion Act would "encourage federal land management agencies to hire botanists; establish a collaborative grant program to support efforts to keep rare plant species from becoming endangered and help endangered plant species recover; and proactively encourage the use of native plants in projects on federal land when feasible."

     Said Hirono, "Hawaiʻi is home to over one thousand native plant species, and nearly 90 percent of those are found nowhere else in the world. Without these plants, our communities and our ecosystems face serious economic and ecological consequences. This bill would provide federal, state, and local land management entities the tools and resources they need to further protect native plant species and ensure the wellbeing of these plants for generations to come."
     Dustin Wolkis, Seed Bank and Laboratory Manager, Department of Science and Conservation, NationalTropicalBotanical Garden, said, "As a plant scientist working to conserve rare Hawaiian plants, securing funding for my work can be difficult. Increasing research capacity through competitive grants will help fund the much-needed research to adequately conserve plant biodiversity. This bill seeks to overcome 'plant blindness' by raising awareness and increase funding for the conservation of plant species."

     Debbie Edwards, President of The Garden Club of America, said, "In today's world, the need for using native plants to promote vibrant ecosystems which are drought resistant, wild fire resistant, and resilient has never been greater. Measures such as Senator Hirono's legislation will help move us in this direction and promote intelligent, cost-effective land management practices."

     The full text of the bill is available here. A one page summary and section-by-section breakdown of the bill is available here and here.


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Telehealth is expanding across Hawaiʻi Island.
Photo from Big Island Video News
ENDORCHINOLOGY CLINIC at Hilo Medical Center is now accessible to established Telehealth patients of the Hawaiʻi Island Family Health Center the second Wednesday of every month, says a release from HiloMedical Center. Dr. Jaime Parra (first year intern); Tara Wilson, RN (Nurse Manager); Briana Fiesta, CMA; Dr. Antoinette Moore (2nd year resident); and Dr. Ann Marie Busick (Telehealth Endocrinologist) conducted the first telehealth appointment.
     Endocrinology addresses the many hormone systems in the body, including those that are involve with reproduction, the automatic nervous system, how insulin is regulated, and more.
     The schedule has the potential for expansion. Access to endocrinology is the latest in telehealth services that include telepsychiatry – addressing behavioral health – and telenephrology – addressing the health of kidneys.

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PLAY PICKLEBALL at Kīlauea Military Camp's new pickleball courts in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Aug. 24 and 25, starting at  The courts are open to all skill levels. Players will play with those of similar ability. No military ID is required to enjoy the courts, restaurants, and lodging.  For more information, contact Jim Buck at kilaueajimmy@gmail.com.

     Play pickleball on Tuesdays and Wednesdays,  at Cooper Center (2 courts) and Saturdays,  to  at KMC (4 courts).

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Aerial view of Halema'uma'u at the summit of Kīlaueataken during a USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory helicopter overflight on 
Aug. 1. The small green patch visible at the bottom of Halema‘uma‘u is a new pond forming at the lowest point of the crater. 
The pond is at about 525 m (about 1722 ft) elevation. USGS photo by S. Conway

WATER OR NO WATER ON HALEMA'UMA'UMA`U'S FLOOR?  That is the question in this week's Volcano Watch, written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientist emeritus Don Swanson:

     USGS 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.

     But what if an observation is tempting but unverified? In that case, it's time to hold the interpretations until the observation can be shown to be correct or incorrect.

     On July 25, 2019, I was enjoying my birthday when a friend sent an e-mail asking if HVO knew about water on the floor of Halema‘uma‘u. Talk about a surprise! The friend's friend, a helicopter pilot, later sent a photo that showed a possible green pond on the crater floor and provided an oral account of it as being "about as large as a pickup truck."

     The next day, observers in the helicopter, which was collecting lidar data of Kīlauea Volcano's caldera, provided another photo. They said the smooth green patch looked like water, but they had seen no reflection from its surface.

     Then, on July 30, a passenger in a different helicopter took a photo from a high altitude that showed a similar feature. This photo was posted on social media with a brief commentary.

     So, is water at the bottom of Halema‘uma‘u – or not? Everyone agreed that the photos could well show water, but could the green patch be something else?

     Another possibility is that the smooth, green color comes from a flat surface underlain by ash or rock-fall dust blown from the wall of Halema‘uma‘u and trapped in the bottom of the crater. The green color could result from sulfur minerals or algae. A weak point of this idea is that large rocks adjacent to the supposed pond are not coated with ash, much less green ash.

     HVO received several inquiries about the photographs and the possibility that they show water in the crater. Water was on everyone's mind, and rightly so. But Halema‘uma‘u has never had a pond of water since written observations began, so the presence of a pond would be unusual.

Telephoto views of water in the bottom of Halema'uma'u taken during a helicopter lidar survey on July 25 (left), when the pond was first 
observed, and a USGS overflight on Aug. 1(right). The pond grew slightly in size and depth between the two dates; an "x" marks the 
same rock in both photos for comparison. Left photo courtesy of Ron Chapelle, Quantum Spatial. USGS photo (right) by S. Conway

     If there is water, the next question is, "where is it coming from?" The floor of Halema‘uma‘u is now about 68 m (223 ft) below the level of the water table as measured in a deep well about 1 km (0.6 mi) farther south.

     While tempting, speculation was not in order. No one had seen a reflection or ripples on the purported pond of water, and all discussion was based on the suggestive, but non-definitive, photos. So, before HVO could begin assessing how water got there, we had to first be confident that water IS there.

     With the "water or no water" question in mind, HVO scientists flew over the summit of Kīlaueaon the morning of August 1.

     We can now confirm the presence of water at the bottom of Halema‘uma‘u. HVO observers on the helicopter overflight saw reflections from the green pond – the 'smoking gun' for water. The pond has clearly enlarged since the earliest photos on July 25.

     With the presence of water confirmed, HVO scientists can now start thinking about the implications of water in the crater, relieved of the burden of having to prove its existence. Until we better understand where the water is coming from, it's impossible to understand its significance.

     However, at this time, there is no reason to think hazards at the summit have increased or decreased because of the presence of water.

     HVO is now exploring options for additional observations. The inaccessible location of the water – deep within Halema‘uma‘u – makes it impossible to see the pond from most parts of the crater rim, although one potential viewpoint will be examined in the coming days (weather permitting). If that proves out, a webcam can be installed with National Park Service permission to monitor the new pond. If not, remote sensing could be another option for continued observations.
     HVO scientists will closely monitor the water in Halema‘uma‘u, and as more information about the pond becomes available, we will keep readers informed through future Volcano Watch articles and posts to our website. Please stay tuned.


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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SATURDAY, AUG. 3

Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to transform lanai and lawn, field, and fence into an abundant oasis of edible and multifunctional plants. $30/VAC member, $40/non-member, plus $15 materials fee. Class size limited; register early. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Birth of Kahuku, Sat., Aug. 3, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy-to-moderate hike. nps.gov/havo


Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – -, Ace Hardware Stores islandwide; Nā‘ālehu, 929-9030 and Ocean View, 929-7315. Free. acehardware.com


Flameworking - An Introductory Class with Nash Adams-Pruitt, Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4, 2-4:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. $155/VAC member, $160/non-member, plus $40 supply fee. Class size limited; advanced registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

SUNDAY, AUG. 4

‘Ōhi‘a Lehua, Sun, Aug. 4, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or
 sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Empower Girls Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and 19, from 3-4:30p.m., PARENTS, Inc. office, Nā‘ālehu. Registration required. Diana, 935-4805

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, Aft

er Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 7p.m., Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


ONGOING
Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30a.m. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Saturday, August 3, 2019

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Erick (165 degrees) is past Hawaiʻi, Flossie (145 degrees) is still on her way, and Gil (120 degrees) is starting
to make the trip toward the islands. See forecast, below. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
A MASS SHOOTING AT A WALMART IN EL PASO, Texas today, killing 20 and injuring 26, sparked responses from Sen. Brian Schatz and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard.

     Said Schatz, "Damnit. There's no reason we have to allow this to happen anymore other than our stupid politics. We can fix this. I'm just so sorry.

     "If you are pissed off. If you are sad. If you are disgusted. If you feel guilty. If you don't know what to do. If you want to help. PICK. A. SENATE. RACE. We have a white supremacist problem. We have a gun problem. We have a money in politics problem," said Schatz.

     "Your Republican government cut funding for a program called CVE - Countering Violent Extremism. They re-allocated the money from white domestic extremism and focused totally on foreign, middle eastern, Muslim extremism. They did so contrary to the data," said the senator.
     Said Gabbard, "Sending all of our love and strength to the people of El Paso during this terrible tragedy. Thank you to the brave first responders, putting their lives on the line to prevent more from being killed. We can and must come together to prevent these senseless shootings."


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The threat of weather from Tropical Storm Flossie for Kaʻū lessens each day, but tropical storms can be unpredictable.
Image from nhc.noaa.gov
TROPICAL STORM FLOSSIE has slowed her approach to the Hawaiian Islands, and her winds are lessening. About 650 miles from South Point, with 45 mph winds, moving at 13 mph, she is on track to turn north when approaching Hawaiʻi Island on Monday afternoon. She is expected to be downgraded to a tropical depression Sunday evening. Flossie is expected to affect northeast parts of Hawaiʻi Island, and the other main islands in the chain, but skirt Kaʻū.

     Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense issued a High Surf Warning for east facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island through Monday. Punaluʻu and Whittington Beach Parks camping reservations and pavilion rentals are still cancelled through the weekend.

     Tropical Storm Gil, over 2,100 miles west southwest of South Point, is forecast to dwindle to a tropical depression and dissipate before affecting Hawaiʻi, though storm surge, winds, and rain may still show up.
     Civil Defense reminds the public that tropical storms are erratic and can change speed, direction, and intensity, quickly. Wind, rain, and high surf may still affect Kaʻū shores. Residents and visitors are encouraged to be prepared with at least 14 days of food, water, and other necessary supplies.

Tropical Storm Gil is starting toward the islands, but may not have an affect. Image from nhc.noaa.gov

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PROMOTING AFFORDABLE AND RELIABLE CLEAN ENERGY SOURCES is the focus of legislation introduced by Sen. Mazie Hirono this week into the U.S. Senate. The Next Generation Electric Systems Act would establish a competitive grant program to modernize the nation's electric systems to accommodate additional renewable sources, improve energy storage systems, and deliver affordable and reliable energy service to communities. This legislation would help advance Hawaiʻi's electric power systems to achieve goals set by the state in 2015 to generate 100 percent renewable electricity by 2045.
     Grants from the Act could fund projects that improve the resiliency, performance, and efficiency of the electric grid; integrate distributed power generation, energy storage, electric vehicles, microgrids, energy efficiency, and customer demand response programs; and integrate telecommunications and information technologies to support management of the electric system.

     Support for the Next Generation Electric Systems Act includes leading electricity industry organizations such as GridWise Alliance. The bill was previously included as part of a package of energy bills that passed the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee in 2015, and received overwhelming bipartisan support on the U.S. Senate floor.

     Said Hirono, "Innovative and creative partnerships are necessary to build a low-carbon, energy efficient economy as we transition away from our dependence on fossil fuels and toward a sustainable future. The Next Generation Electric Systems Act would foster these partnerships and accelerate the development of new energy technologies to support high levels of renewable power use in our power systems. As a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, I will continue fighting for investments in the clean energy economy."

     Alan Oshima, President and CEO of Hawaiian Electric Company, said, "This legislation can accelerate the innovation that is creating a flexible, secure and resilient energy network that is essential for public health and safety and the foundation of a strong economy."

     Dawn Lippert, CEO of Elemental Excelerator, said, "The latest data shows us that an accelerated transition to an economy powered by clean energy means dollars saved and jobs created in Hawaiʻi. We support this bill because there is a growing need to further support the widespread adoption of distributed energy resources and a significant opportunity for technology advancement on the distribution grid."
     The full text of the legislation is available here.


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FLIGHT PLANS for August for Hawai‘i VolcanoesNational Park are:
     Aug. 5, : Transport gear and crew members from the Mauna Loa Roadstaging area to Red Hill Cabin and to transport gear from the Mauna Loa Road staging area to a site around the 9,000-ft. elevation. 

     Aug. 9, : Transport crew from around 9,000-ft. on Mauna Loa to the Mauna Loa Road staging area. 

     Aug. 12, : Transport crew from Mauna Loa Road staging area to the east side of Moku‘āweoweo at around 13,000-ft. elevation.  

     Aug. 16, : Transport crew and retrieve gear from Red Hill Cabin, to Mauna Loa Roadstaging area.

     Aug. 27, and : Invasive Guinea grass surveys and control along Keauhou Trail, from the coast to 2,000-ft. elevation.

     Throughout August, dates will vary, a USGS contractor will deploy LIDAR (Light, Detection and Ranging) technology over Kīlauea summit and the Southwest Rift Zone. Data gathered will be used to document and map ground changes resulting from last year's major summit collapse events. Flights will be slow and repetitive "lawnmower" grids at about 1,300 feet above ground level to as low as 500 feet agl. 

     The park regrets any noise impact to residents and park visitors. Dates and times are subject to change based on aircraft availability and weather. Management of the park requires the use of aircraft to monitor and research volcanic activity, conduct search-and-rescue missions and law enforcement operations, support management of natural and cultural resources, and to maintain backcountry facilities.


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ONE HUNDRED TWENTY FIVE YEARS OF HAWAIʻI ELECTRIC LIGHT providing electric service to Hawai‘i Island will be commemorated Dec. 5. The company will mark this milestone with free community events, historic power plant tours, and trivia games on local radio.

     The celebration begins with a free drive-in movie night at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium parking lot. Originally scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2, with a showtime of 7:30 p.m., the event is being rescheduled due to tropical storm threats. Food will be available for purchase starting at  In addition to the movie, the family celebration includes games, prizes, and the Hawaiʻi Classic Cruizers. This is an alcohol and drug-free event. Chairs and mats are welcome but tents are not allowed.
      The utility's history dates back to 1894 when Hilo Electric Light Company, Ltd. was formed under a franchise granted by the Legislature of the Republic of Hawai‘i. The forerunner of HELCo. started with a small ice plant and a 500-light dynamo, or generator. This hydroelectric unit used water leased from the Hilo Boarding School's irrigation ditch to produce ice and power. At the time, 100 percent of the energy generated was from a renewable resource.

     Today, electricity is generated from a diverse mix of traditional and renewable resources including solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal. HELCo. continues to look for ways to better serve and empower customers, improve resilience, and offer more products and services that can best meet customers' energy needs.

     Sharon Suzuki, president, Maui County and Hawai‘i Island Utilities, said, "We're honored to be able to serve our Hawai‘i Island communities for more than a century. We take this responsibility to heart and reaffirm our commitment to serving our customers for generations to come. Reaching this milestone would not have been possible without the company's dedicated employees who are woven into the fabric of our unique communities. We're committed to doing what's right and making Hawai‘i Island a better place for all."

Hawaiian Electric Light Company celebrates its 125th year. Photo from hawaiielectriclight.com
     Tune in to KWXX radio weekday mornings from Aug. 5 through Dec. 6 for weekly prizes. Other free community events include tours of Shipman Power Plant Tour in Hilo on Sept. 7, 125th Anniversary Celebration in Downtown Hilo on Kalākaua Street on Dec. 5, and a Kona Movie Night at Kona Commons on Dec. 7.

     See hawaiielectriclight.com, Twitter (@HIElectricLight), Facebook (HawaiianElectric), and Instagram (@HawaiianElectric) for more.



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Tom Peek will teach a workshop called
Magma Rising:Writing on the Volcano
AUTHOR TOM PEEK WILL TEACH MAGMA RISING: WRITING ON THE VOLCANO workshop in Volcano. Associated with Pacific Writers' Connection, this first-time event happens Friday, Oct. 11 through Sunday, Oct. 13.
     From the announcement of the workshop: "Tom will guide participants through a series of fun and provocative exercises that help writers increase their awareness to write deeply, tap their creative "right brains" to imagine wildly, and outmanuever their inner critics to bravely pen their creations. Participants will start the journey with a simple but powerful method that empowers them to write with honesty, emotion, and depth."
     Accommodations and transportation are separate from the workshop. To register, contact PWC's Dr. Takiora Ingram at tingram.raro@gmail.com or 808-781-6147. Limited to 16 attendees. $75 per person. tompeek.com


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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SUNDAY, AUG. 4

‘Ōhi‘a Lehua, Sun, Aug. 4, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, easy, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Ham Radio Potluck Picnic, Sunday, Aug. 4 – 1st Sunday, monthly – noon-2p.m., Manukā State Park. Anyone interested in learning about ham radio is welcome to attend. View sites.google.com/site/southpointarc or sites.google.com/viewith southhawaiiares/home. Rick Ward, 938-3058


MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Empower Girls Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and 19, from 3-4:30p.m., PARENTS, Inc. office, Nā‘ālehu. Registration required. Diana, 935-4805

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


ONGOING
Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30a.m. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Sunday, August 4, 2019

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Hawaiʻi Police Chief Paul Fierreira swears in six new recruits, the 90th class. See story below.
 Photo from Big Island Video News
CEREMONY AND IDEAS FOR SOLUTIONS TO THE NATION'S MASS SHOOTING CRISIS came from public officials in Hawai`i today following ten dead and 27 injured in two tragedies less than 24 hours apart. Gov. David Ige ordered flags to be flown at half-staff through sunset on Thursday, Aug. 8 "as a mark of solemn respect for the victims of the terrible acts of violence in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio. We cannot become desensitized as we experience more of these horrible and senseless tragedies in communities across our country. Each death is a heartbreaking loss, and each person wounded will need our support."

     Following the two tragedies, with El Paso at a Walmart on Saturday and Dayton at a bar past midnight this morning, Lt. Gov. Josh Green called for "American leaders to come together and compromise, to end mass casualty gun violence and to make gun safety a priority. There is a great divide in ideology on how to address guns in Americaand how to decrease gun violence but we can all agree on a few basics:

     "1. high powered weapons should be only in the hands of experts,

     "2. anyone with mental illness deserves better access to care,
     "3. we all love our children and would do anything to protect them.

Flags will fly at half staff through Thursday, in honor of
the dead and injured from two mass shootings on the
mainland this weekend.
     "Compromise isn't easy and both sides of the ideological spectrum might hate a grand bargain, but we need to do it for our country's future. I truly see this as a national public health crisis now, and will be working on it from that perspective."


     Sen. Brian Schatz remarked, "As we mourn, we prepare. And as we strategize and express ourselves, we need to know this one thing. It's gonna come down to door knocking, phone calls, and money.

     Schatz said, "The Republican Party has run out of good ideas. They are reduced to blaming video games and suggesting we put security guards in every public place.
     "Respectfully, I think the most important thing the White House could do is ask [Senate Majority] Leader [Mitch] McConnell to schedule the House-passes bills and utilize an open amendment process. Like the old Senate."

     Rep. Tulsi Gabbard said, "This is a dark day in America. Less than 24 hours ago, it was El Paso. Today, Dayton. Tomorrow? These lives lost are an immediate and tragic consequence of racism and bigotry being used to divide us. Enough. We are one nation. We must stand together and end this madness."
     Gabbard also pointed out the heroics of a man at the El Pasoshooting: "When the gunman opened fire inside the El Paso Walmart, instead of running away, Army Specialist Glendon Oakley ran toward the sound of the gunfire. He helped children escape, carrying them to safety. Glendon's courageous actions exemplify service above self."


     Gabbard's plan to help reduce mass shootings includes: to ban military style assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, requiring pre-purchase background checks ,and closing gun-show loopholes. Gabbard has a grade of F rom the National Rifle Association and a 100% score from the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. She has included this platform in her candidacy for U.S. President.

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HAWAIʻI COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT'S 90TH CLASS, with six graduates,  took the oath last week to serve as police officers. The ceremony at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on July 31 drew ʻohana and friends. Chief Paul Ferreira conducted a badge pinning ceremony and issued certificates and awards.


Special persons in the lives of police recruits pinned on their badges.
    The police chief told the recruits, you are taking an oath of honor that you will never betray your integrity, your character or the public trust. You vow that you will always have the courage to hold yourselves and others accountable for your for the individual actions. You swear you will always maintain the highest ethical standards and to uphold the values of the Hawai`i Island community and the Hawai`i Police Department."
     Class President Lelauloto Tagaloa gave an address, saying "graduating means that we are in the real world now, dealing with real people and real scenarios. Let's continue to be patient, persistent and remember what we're capable of." He said each person close to a police officer "plays a significant role" in their lives.
     Joseph Farias III, a retired Hawaiʻi Fire Department battalion chief and community college instructor, was the keynote speaker.
Police Class Pres. Leauloto Tagaloa.
Photo from Big Island Video News
    He told the new officers that "you guys are going to have the ability, the opportunity to see people when they are at their lowest. They may have made poor choice or they may bet he victim of somebody who has done something to them. You have the opportunity to take that time, that moment right there because it's the only time it's going to be there, to make that impact on that person and make it a better situation. You can get the training....the skills, but it's that quality that's within you ... you all come from different walks of life...so it's not only one type of person that has this quality...certain individuals have it.... you have that drive, you have that compassion, that drive to take it that extra step. Keep that within you. That is the quality that the officers of this island need to protect us, to protect the community."
     Mayor Harry Kim and Police Commissioner Wayne DeLuz also spoke to the class.

     The graduates are Class President Lelauloto Tagaloa, Rodney Jerry DeLima-Forsythe, Lam Xuan Doan, Jonathan Michael Kaleo Matsutani, Richard J. Matsumoto, and Elijah Kauahaʻaheo Won.
      See more of the ceremony at Big Island Video News.

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THE END OF THE FILIPINO WORLD WAR II VETERANS FAMILY REUNIFICATION PROGRAM by the Trump Administration inspired a response from Sen. Mazie Hirono:
     "To serve his pathological need to treat immigrants as cruelly as possible, and to undo any program ever created by Barack Obama, Donald Trump is dishonoring Filipino World War II veterans by ending the program that allows them to reunite their families in the United States. The President's decision means many of these veterans in their 90s will likely die without seeing their families again.
     "The depths of Donald Trump's inhumanity where immigrants are concerned knows no bottom, but not even the most loyal of his supporters can be in favor of disrespecting the brave and distinguished service of veterans who fought alongside Americans and helped us win the war. There is no purpose to keeping the families of the quickly diminishing number of Filipino World War II veterans separated. They have been ignored and disrespected by this country for decades. They deserve our thanks, not spite from their unhinged president."
     Filipino veterans were granted citizenship in recognition of their service to the United States during World War II. Many of their children, however, were not. Due to the volume of immigrant visa applications from the Philippines, it can take more than 20 years for families to be reunited. Under the FWVP program, the adult children of Filipino World War II veterans, along with their spouses and children under age 21, can be together in the United States while they await an available immigrant visa. Hirono helped create the program in 2016 and encouraged the Trump Administration to continue the program in an April 2017 letter.
     In May, Hirono reintroduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to build on the Filipino War Veterans Parole  program to reunite Filipino World War II veterans with their families in the United States. Hirono has introduced the bipartisan legislation in the 113th, 114th, and 115th Congresses, and offered it as an amendment to the Senate's 2013 bipartisan comprehensive immigration reform bill, S. 744, which passed the Senate.

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Flossie's path is expected to take her over all the major islands in the next few days. Image from nhc.noaa.gov

TROPICAL DEPRESSION FLOSSIE has slowed her approach to the Hawaiian Islands, and her winds are weakening.  She is expected to run over all the major islands as she dissipates. About 385 miles from South Point at , with 35 mph winds, Flossie is moving at 13 mph.
     Kaʻū is forecast to be on the edge of Flossie's effects. All the islands are expected to experience high surf, especially on eastern facing shores, and one to four inches of rain – with some areas receiving more – between now and Tuesday.

     Tropical Depression Gil, about 1,900 miles west southwest of South Point, is expected to dissipate before affecting Hawaiʻi.
     Civil Defense reminds the public that tropical storms are erratic and can change speed, direction, and intensity quickly. Residents and visitors are encouraged to be prepared with at least 14 days of food, water, and other necessary supplies.



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Hawaiʻi Volcanoes' August Artist in Residence, Andy Jarema, will compose and perform music from his
experience in the Park. Courtesy photo
HAWAIʻI VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK ARTIST IN RESIDENCE for August is Detroit-based musician and composer Andy Jarema. This "young and innovative composer," states the announcement, creates site-specific work by using a mix of sound-collage techniques, his trumpet, and traditional scoring to make music inspired by the park's fauna and geology.

     Jarema will perform at an After Dark in the Park concert on Tuesday, Aug. 20, , in the Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. The program is free but park entrance fees apply.

     Jarema's compositions are defined by sharp contrasts, both in tone and texture. He says his creative aim for the residency is "to sonically capture the natural landscape of the park with my recording device: the quiet hiss of a steam vent, the screech of an ‘io flying overhead, the rush of the waves striking Hōlei Sea Arch. From there, I would integrate these recordings into various forms of music to stitch together a sonic portrait of the natural beauty of the park."

Andy Jarema. Courtesy photo
     In 2018, Jarema was an artist in residence at Great Smoky MountainsNational Park. In addition to hosting workshops, he recorded natural sound throughout the park and created electronic soundscapes and nature beats with computer software, and collaborated with artist Alyssa Coffin. He is known for integrating hip-hop nature beats, music videos and classical music into his work.

     The artist in residence program is sponsored by the National Parks Arts Foundation, the National Park Service, the Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park and other generous benefactors. NPAF is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the promotion of the national parks by creating dynamic opportunities for artworks that are based in natural and historic heritage. All NPAF programs are made possible through philanthropic support.


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FREE SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC FOR DOGS comes to Ocean View Saturday, Aug. 24. KARES, Kohala Animal Relocation and Education Service brings the clinic to Kaʻū in an effort "to reduce the high euthanasia rate within our community. For more and to register, call 328-8455.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Mon., Aug. 5, 2:30 to 4 p.m., first day practice
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
MONDAY, AUG. 5

Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool Accepting Enrollment Applications - orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 and 6, with programs in Nā‘ālehu/Wai‘ōhinu at Kauaha‘ao Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala Community Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:30-10:30a.m. Limited space. 939-8573, pidfoundation.org


Empower Girls Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and 19, from 3-4:30p.m., PARENTS, Inc. office, Nā‘ālehu. Registration required. Diana, 935-4805

Ocean View Volunteer Fire Department Mtg., Monday, Aug. 5 and Sept. 2, 4-6p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


ONGOING
Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.

Exhibit -The Joy of the Brush: Paintings by Linda J. Varez, daily through Sunday, Aug. 4, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees may apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

Enroll in Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool. Orientation for enrolled families begins Aug. 5 & 6, with programs continuing following week in Nā‘ālehu on Monday & Wednesday, 8:45-10:45a.m., and Pāhala, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:30-10:30a.m. Space is limited. pidfoundation.org

Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com


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Kaʻū News Briefs, Monday, August 5, 2019

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Green Sand Beach and Mahana Bay, addressed in the Kaʻū Community Development Plan, which is one of the
cornerstones of the proposed Hawaiʻi County General Plan update, which will be explained on Sunday, Aug. 25
at Nāʻālehu Community Center, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Public comment will be accepted.
Photo from Kaʻū CDP
A DRAFT HAWAIʻI COUNTY GENERAL PLAN will be released this Friday, Aug. 9. Public comments will be solicited at a public meeting on Sunday, Aug. 25 at Nāʻālehu Community Center, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members of the public are invited to drop in at any time to learn about the plan and give input.
     The document is created by the County of Hawai‘i Planning Department to govern land use and development on Hawaiʻi Island for the next 25 years. It incorporates recommendations of the Kaʻū Community Development Plan.See the Kaʻū Community Development Plan online, complete with a video presentation accompanied by the song Aloha No Kaʻū.
Planning Director Michael Yee invites Kaʻū
District residents to weigh in on the General
Plan on Sunday, Aug. 25.
     The County's General Plan is the policy document that guides long-term development, including local plans, zoning ordinances, and infrastructure projects on Hawai‘i Island. The General Plan is given a comprehensive review every 10 years. The last comprehensive review of the General Plan was in 2005.
     The draft update of the General Plan, available online and at libraries on Aug. 9, tackles emerging issues that were not addressed in the 2005 General Plan, such as climate change, healthy communities, integrated water resource management, renewable energy, food security, equitable housing, and a place-based economy.
     According to Planning Director Michael Yee, "This plan is the first County plan to focus on sustainability with specific goals of self-sufficiency, social equity, economic mobility, and community well-being. These concepts are woven throughout the plan."
     Yee added, "The plan incorporates the concepts of Urban Growth Areas, which will be used to prioritize infrastructure investment. This shifts the approach for rural areas, so they provide a transition between our productive agricultural lands and our urban uses."
     To update the General Plan, the Planning Department conducted a comprehensive review of the existing 2005 General Plan and Community Development Plans (CDPs) from each of the districts around the Island. Throughout the process, County agencies, CDP Action/Steering Committees, and the general public have been asked for input.
     Following release of the Draft General Plan, the Planning Department will host community events around the island during the month of August to solicit public comments. All meetings are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and input about Kaʻū can be given at any of the following locations.
     · August 10 – at the Waimea Middle School Gym; 67-1229 Māmalahoa Hwy, Waimea.
     · August 11 – at the Aupuni Center in Hilo; 101 Pauahi St., Suite 1.
     · August 24 – at the West Hawaiʻi Civic Center Council Chambers in Kona; 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Hwy, Building A.
     · August 25 – at the Nā‘ālehu Community Center; 95-5635 Māmalahoa Hwy.
Environment, Culture, and Economy are major considerations in the development of
the General PlanImage from Hawaiʻi County General Plan
     The Planning Department will host smaller events in September focused on specific topics. "We encourage residents to review the draft plan and share their thoughts," said the Planning Director.
     The public comment period will close on Sept. 30. The public can review the General Plan online at hiplan
     After providing the opportunity for public feedback, the Planning Director will submit the revised Draft General Plan to the Windward and Leeward Planning Commissions for review, and then submit it to the County Council for final review and adoption.
     For more information, contact the County of Hawaiʻi Planning Department, 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 3; Hilo, HI 96720. Phone: (808) 961-8288. Email: generalplan@hawaiicounty.gov. Those interested in keeping current with upcoming events, progress, and process can sign up for the Department's eNews at hiplanningdept.com/general-plan/connect.

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A THIRD GREEN POND IN HALEMAʻUMAʻU CRATER WAS REPORTED over the weekend by the U.S.Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory staff. The green water that may be acidic is some 1,500 feet below the rim of Halemaʻumaʻu, within the Kīlauea caldera. The first pond was seen by a helicopter pilot. See Volcano Watch for more on the green ponds of Halemaʻumaʻu.
     While Hawaiian chants speak of the water in Halemaʻumaʻu, the recent appearance is the first recorded by scientists.
A third green pond seen deep in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater. Photo by M. Patrick/USGS

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THIRTY METER TELESCOPE DEVELOPERS have applied for a building permit on the Canary Island's Palama Island, as a back up plan to building on Maunakea. Some environmental groups there say they will sue and protest, much in the same manner as those protesting TMT on Hawaiʻi Island. Palama Island is part of Spain. TMT officials today said they still hope to build the largest telescope on the planet on their preferred location, Maunakea.
     Some University of Hawaiʻi students told Hawaiʻi News Now that they plan to stay on the mauna during the new school year and take classes remotely. More than 80 professors offer 160 distance learning classes.

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Former Hurricane Flossie is passing the islands to the north. Kaʻū looks to be in the clear. Image from nhc.noaa.gov
POST TROPICAL CYCLONE FLOSSIE is bringing some weather to Hawaiʻi Island tonight and tomorrow, but no advisories are effect. Her center was about 150 miles north northwest South Point at , as she skirts the northeastern shores of the islands with wind gusts of up to 40 mph.
     Kaʻū is forecast to experience no further effects from the storm.
     There are no further storms expected to approach Hawaiʻi at this time.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Tuesday, August 6, 2019

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Taking astronomy to the public, the Keck Observatory staff will explore Hawaiian language and culture as enriching
astronomy at a talk story in Kamuela. Image from W.M. Keck Observatory
ASTRONOMY EDUCATION FOR THE PUBLIC is the goal of W.M. Keck Observatory staff, who will present an astronomy talk at Kahilu Theatre in Kamuela on Thursday, Aug. 15. A statement from the Keck invites everyone to the free event. "Join us to talk story about the groundbreaking results from the Event Horizon Telescope and the pioneering role Maunakea Observatories played in this nearly-impossible experiment," says a statement from the Keck.
     "We will also explore the way in which Hawaiian language and culture are enriching astronomy with a bridge to a new, yet old, understanding of the cosmos."
     The moderator will be Sherry Bracken of Island Conversations on KWXX and B97/B93l. Panelists include Georffrey Bower form the Event Horizon Telescope Group; Jessica Dempsey from East Asian Observatory; Larry Kimura from the College of Hawaiian Language at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, and Doug Simons from Canada-France-Hawaiʻi Telescope. Doors open at 6 p.m.

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THOSE OPPOSING the planned Thirty Meter Telescope on Maunakea spent their 23rd day blocking Maunakea Access Road and staying at an encampment off Saddle Road - Daniel K. Inouye Highway. They announced a worldwide day of support for Saturday, Aug. 10, when people from ocean based communities are invited to share photos of their gatherings in opposition to TMK on Maunakea.
     On the Puʻuhonua O Puʻuhuluhulu Facebook page, which has posts from the encampment, the importance of protecting the mauna's environment is a main focus. On lists for supplies needed by the Kiaʻi, Protectors of Maunakea, "absolutely no styrofoam" is requested. They also shared an infographic, detailing how to protect the area from invasive species, like weed seeds, Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death funguses, coqui frogs, little fire ants, and slugs (which can carry rat lungworm disease).

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AT KĪLAUEA CALDERA, GREEN PONDS DEEP IN HALEMAʻUMAʻU CRATER ARE THERMAL. Some 2,000 feet below the rim of the crater with temperatures of about 158 degrees Fahrenheit, the ponds are expanding and merging. Their levels are slowly rising, reports U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcanoes Observatory scientists at volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_chronology.html.
     After photographing the ponds Sunday and today, scientists reported that the two smaller ponds merged, and are nearly connected to the 50-ft. wide main pond. 

     First noticed by a helicopter pilot on July 25, the green, likely acidic ponds are the first to be recorded in Halemaʻumaʻu by volcano scientists. Laser rangefinder measurements suggest that the water has risen about three feet in the last two days. Thermal images indicate the water surface is hot - about 158 degrees F. Range finder measurements indicate the water is about 623 m (~ 2,044 ft) below the tripod set up on the crater rim for observations.
Three thermal green ponds in Halemaʻumaʻu are deeper, larger, and merging. Photos by M. Patrick/USGS

     The below images compare a normal photograph  with a thermal image. The white lines in the normal photo outline the area shown in the thermal image. Several hot fumaroles - the openings where hot sulphur gases escape - are present on the slopes within Halema‘uma‘u, with the hottest about 200 degrees Celsius (392 degrees F).
     While researching the ponds, HVO scientists heard and saw multiple rockfalls from the crater rim, a reminder of the ongoing hazards in this area and the reason Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park keeps it closed off to the public.
     The scientists also noted a koa‘e kea (white-tailed tropicbird) gliding above the ponded water at the bottom of Halema‘uma‘u. The tropicbirds were present at Halemaʻumaʻu throughout the collapse of Kīlauea Crater last year.

     Learn more at volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/multimedia_chronology.html.
The steep angle down which ground-based monitoring is taken, left. Right, thermal imaging shows how much hotter 
the fumaroles are than the ponds' surfaces. Photos by M. Patrick/USGS
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BRING THE U.S. SENATE BACK TO SESSION TO VOTE ON GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION, urges Sen. Mazie Hirono. In a statement today she said, "Donald Trump says hate has no place in our country, even as he refuses to take responsibility for his racist rhetoric. Mitch McConnell is offering 'thoughts and prayers' to the victims of gun violence in El Paso and Dayton while refusing to take meaningful action to address this epidemic. I'm sick and tired of it -- and so are the American people. We need to make our voices heard and demand action now, which is why I'm launching an urgent petition aimed at calling McConnell and Senate Republicans to finally do something. See the petition urging the Senate to vote on the gun violence prevention bill the House already passed.

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HAWAIʻI ISLAND HOME PRICES JUMPED BY 18 PERCENT for a single family home in July, over the same month last year. The hike was higher for condos at 34 percent, according to a report from Hawaiʻi Island Realtors. The median price in July for the 217 Hawaiʻi Island homes that sold was $379,00; for the 47 condos that sold, it was $292,000, a jump of 11.23 percent over July of last year.

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Kealiʻi Lopez
KEALIʻI LOPEZ WILL LEAVE THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY of Hawaiʻi this Friday to become statewide Executive Director of the American Association of Retired persons. She said, "This position with AARP, a historically non-partisan organization, requires that I tender my resignation."
     Lopez reviewed her time as Party Chair: "It has been my great privilege to work with Democrats who are passionate and fearless advocates of the most pressing social and economic issues of our time. Democrats who dedicate their time and resources to assure that all residents of this great state are afforded the ability to thrive here at home.
     "It has been an honor to stand shoulder to shoulder with all of you as we worked to elect Democrats, fight to raise the minimum wage, and move closer to equality for all."
     Democrats can call in or log on to the special meeting this Saturday, Aug. 8 to elect an interim chair of the Democratic Party, beginning at 10 a.m. Call 712-451-0200, Meeting ID is 93839# or log on to join.freeconferencecall.com/dph2018. The Id is dph2018.

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A NATIONWIDE TEST OF THE EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM (EAS) happens tomorrow, Aug. 7, at FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will assess the national message system, evaluate the readiness of the national alerting capability in the absence of internet connectivity, and determine whether improvements are needed.
     This is the fifth EAS nationwide test. Previous EAS national tests were conducted in November 2011, September 2016 and 2017, and October 2018, in collaboration with the FCC, radio and televisions stations, and emergency management officials.
     The test, which starts at the same moments all over the U.S., will begin with broadcast of the national test message from radio stations, called Primary Entry Point or PEP stations, that participate with FEMA in the National Public Warning System. Other radio and television broadcast and cable stations in each state that monitor PEP stations will receive and broadcast the test message, so that, within minutes, the test message should be presented by all radio and television, cable, wireline service providers, and direct broadcast satellite service providers nationwide.
     The EAS is a national public warning system that provides the President with the communications capability to address the nation during a national emergency. The test is scheduled to last approximately one minute. The audio test message will be similar to regular monthly EAS test messages with which the public is familiar: "THIS IS A TEST of the National Emergency Alert System." This system was developed by broadcast and cable operators in voluntary cooperation with FEMA, the FCC, and local authorities to inform the public in the event of an emergency. During an actual emergency an official message would follow the tone heard at the start of this message.
     The text displayed at the top or center of television screens will read: "A Primary Entry Point system has issued a National Periodic Test for all of the United States beginning at and ending at . Significant coordination has been conducted with EAS participants and emergency managers in preparation for this test. The test is intended to ensure public safety officials have the methods and systems that will deliver urgent alerts and warnings to the public in times of an emergency or disaster. In the event of a national emergency, a national warning message would be issued at the direction of the President or his/her designee and activated by FEMA."


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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
TUESDAY, AUG. 6

Hawai‘i County Council Mtgs., Tuesday, Aug. 6 (Committees), Wednesday, Aug. 7 (Council), Hilo. Ka‘ū residents can participate via videoconferencing at Nā‘ālehu State Office Building. Agendas at hawaiicounty.gov.


AdvoCATS, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Ocean View Community Center. Free spay/neuter for cats. 895-9283, advocatshawaii.org


Ka‘ū Coffee Growers Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 6, Pāhala Community Center.


Paniolo: Hawaiian Cowboys, After Dark in the Park, Tuesday, Aug. 6, Kīlauea Visitor Center Auditorium. Dr. Billy Bergin, local author and expert on Hawaiian ranching and all things paniolo, presents. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7

Registration Open: Instructional Volleyball (8+, 10+, 12+, 14+), Aug. 7-15, Ka‘ū District Gym. Program takes place Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 20-Oct. 17,  928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


Hula Voices with Kumu Hula Kimo Awai, Wednesday, Aug. 7 – 1st Wednesday, monthly – , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Desiree Moana Cruz moderates the talk story session. Free. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā‘ālehu Elementary School Kindergarten Registration, Wednesday, Aug. 7, -5p.m, Ocean View Community Centerovcahi.org


THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.govhawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhalesanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.


6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Wednesday, August 7, 2019

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The state Board of Land & Natural Resources is looking for new members to oversee state owned lands, including all
the light green land shown on the ownership map above. Most Kaʻū state land is comprised of pristine native forests.
The darker green is Hawaiian Home lands, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is in light blue, and Kamehameha Schools
is in dark blue. The Nature Conservancy is in pink. Olson Trust is in darker yellow.
Map from State of Hawaiʻi
BOARD OF LAND & NATURAL RESOURCES NOMINEES, TO OVERSEE TENS OF THOUSANDS OF ACRES IN KAʻŪ AND BEYOND, are being recruited by Gov. David Ige. He issued a call for suggestions today and said he is looking for qualified and dedicated people "with balanced and inclusive perspectives, committed to the conservation and protection and sustainable use of Hawai‘i's natural and cultural resources that are the public trust responsibilities" of the state Department of Land & Natural Resources.
     The DLNR, overseen by the Board of Land & Natural Resources, manages public lands under its jurisdiction, forestry and wildlife, aquatic resources, state parks, boating and ocean recreation, historic preservation, and conservation and coastal lands.
     These are volunteer board positions that require attendance at BLNR meetings on O‘ahu twice a month and more often as needed.
     BLNR members are nominated and, by and with the advice and consent of the state Senate, appointed by the governor, for a term of four years. At twice monthly meetings, the BLNR reviews and takes action on departmental submittals, including land leases and conservation district use applications. Chairing the BLNR is the DLNR department head, Suzanne Case, formerly head of The Nature Conservancy in Hawaiʻi. She led much preservation work to conserve native forests in Kaʻū.
     Nominees are required to provide publicly viewable financial disclosure information prior to appointment to the BLNR. For further information about the responsibilities of a BLNR member, please refer to Hawai‘i Revised Statutes (HRS) Chapter 171-4. For more information and to submit nominations, visit boards.hawaii.gov.


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CELEBRATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB OF KAʻŪ, Kanani aʻo Kaʻū, on August 17 at Pāhala Community Center, from 5 p.m. to Organizers say there will be History, food, and music. General admission is $20; kūpuna are $10; keiki ages 6 to 17 are $8; keiki 5 and under are free.
     To find out more, email hawaiiancivicclubkau@gmail.comor call 808-747-0197.


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A NATIONAL BAN ON CHLORPYRIFOS pesticide was urged this week by Sen. Mazie Hirono and 14 of her U.S. Senate colleagues. They sent a letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler, asking him to reconsider the decision not to ban the pesticide. A release from Hirono states it is linked to brain damage in children and known to cause serious harm to human health. The Senators ask the EPA to ban Chlorpyrifos immediately in "the interest of protecting public health."
     Last year – due to legislation introduced by east Kaʻū's Sen. Russell Ruderman and now-Lt. Gov. Josh Green, a physician who was west Kaʻū's senator at the time, and west Kaʻū's state Rep., physician Richard Creagan – Hawaiʻi became the first state to pass a law banning Chlorpyrifos. At the national level, Kaʻū's legislators Sen. Brian Schatz and Rep. Tulsi Gabbard have also thrown their support behind banning the pesticide.
     Per FactCheck.org, Chlorpyrifos, first registered as an insecticide in 1965, is the most used conventional insecticide in the U.S. Roughly 6 million pounds was used on 10 million acres between 2009 and 2013. Humans can be exposed to Chlorpyrifos by ingesting food, inhaling it, and through the skin. While it has rarely been found in drinking water and outdoor air, it can be carried long distances in the air. It is toxic to birds, and extremely toxic to fish and non-target insects, such as bees.
     Chlorpyrifos toxicity leads to over-stimulation of the nervous system, similarly to Sarin gas. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, and confusion. High doses can cause vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. Extremely high doses can lead to death.
     Late filmmaker and former Pāhala resident Danny Miller took up the issue in the award winning film Poisoning Paradise, narrated by Kaʻū natives Demetrius Oliveira and Alika Atay and co-produced by Teresa Tico.
Made with the assistance of the writing, directing, and filming talents of producer Teresa Tico and late filmmaker and former Pāhala resident Danny Miller, Poisoning Paradise takes up the issue of pesticides in the Hawaiʻi environment. 
One of its narrators is Pāhala resident Demetrius Oliveira. The film has won awards at film festivals internationally. 
See poisoningparadise.com.
     From the letter: "The EPA has repeatedly found that Chlorpyrifos harms children's brains at exposures far lower than what the EPA allows." The Senators assert the EPA's refusal to ban the pesticide is "because the agency is currently unable to pinpoint the precise exposures that cause this harm." They also assert that the EPA is not taking public input into account to protect public health.
     The Senators state that Chlorpyrifos "threatens agricultural workers" who are exposed from mixing, handling, and applying the pesticide, and being in recently sprayed fields. "Chlorpyrifos is one of the pesticides most often linked to acute pesticide poisonings… This is significant given widespread under-reporting of pesticide poisonings due to such factors as inadequate reporting systems, fear of retaliation from employers, and reluctance to seek medical treatment."
     The EPA's decision, say the Senators, to "reject the petition to ban Chlorpyrifos… simply makes no sense from a public health or legal perspective." They assert the EPA is resisting "taking action that would protect children's brains. If you fail to reverse this decision, more children, farmworkers, and American families will be exposed to this pesticide and they will suffer as a result," the Senators concluded.
     The full text of the letter is available here.

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PLAN B, TO BUILD THE THIRTY METER TELESCOPE IN THE CANARY ISLANDS, instead of Maunakea, receives support from scientists in Spain and some opposition from environmental groups there. When TMT submitted its back-up building permit request for siting TMT on Palama Island in the Canaries, Astrophysics Institute Director Rafael Rebolo told the Associated Press that Spanish officials solidly back the TMT if the project "needs us." TMT executive director Ed Stone said the preferred site remains Maunakea, with plans for the alternative site going through negotiations since 2016 with a building permit requested more recently.
Message from County of Hawaiʻi Planning Department
     Ben Magec, of Ecologistas en Acción, the federation of environmental associations of the Canary Islands, issued a press release. He said the organization wants to show "solidarity and empathy with the social movement that protects Mauna Kea, and we express our respect for the Kahunas. Their determination inspires us."
     Said Magec, the island of La Palma and TMT's 'plan B' site has a similar surface area to Molokaʻi. "The development of astronomical infrastructures has been done without respect for the people and for the natural and cultural values. It has cost us a notable part of our nature and we have lost archaeological sites that were very important for the understanding of the culture of our aboriginal ancestors."

     Magec said the municipality of Garafía already hosts 14 telescopes, with 20 more projected. He said it is the "poorest municipality in the Canary Islands. They have never received a financial compensation for the use of their land. That is why the struggle for dignity that is being fought in Hawaiʻi is not strange to us."
      Magec said the backup site on La Palma is used by the pro TMT community to put pressure on Hawaiian authorities, but "that has now turned against them when used by TMT opponents. It has been assumed that the supposed arrival of the TMT on the Canary Islands will not be hindered by administrative or judicial procedures and that the people and local organizations will not oppose it."

     Magec said that in the Canary Islands, "the feeling is growing that our mountain has already exceeded the capacity to house more telescopes and that we have already paid a high price for astronomical science. We are strongly opposing a project that will have a very negative impact on a unique natural area of high value that is part of the European Natura 2000 network, one of the world's largest networks of protected natural areas."
     He said a suit was filed against the Spanish government's agreement to lease La Palama land to TMT for $1,250 annually. A Canary Islands Superior Court judge revoked the concession "because of violations of European environmental laws and a wrong estimation of the value of the concession. This means they will have to start the procedure from the beginning, causing a substantial delay."
Roque de los Muchachos Observatory, located in the municipality of Garafía on the island of La Palma in the 
Canary Islands. Photo from Wikipedia

     Said Magec, "If they insist in getting authorisation to build the TMT in this legally protected area on La Palma, each step will lead to additional legal action on our part. We will not hesitate to take it to the Supreme Court of Spain because we are convinced that, in relation to the TMT, public administrations are making decisions that are in conflict with Spanish and European Laws. We have no less reason or less determination than the Hawaiian TMT opponents.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
THURSDAY, AUG. 8

Hawaiian Civic Club of Ka‘ū, Thursday, Aug. 8, United Methodist Church, Nā‘ālehu. Pres. Berkley Yoshida, 747-0197


Peter Lee & the Road Ahead, Thursday, Aug. 8, , Volcano Art Center. Martha Hoverson discusses the role that Peter Lee, an immigrant from Norway, played in the early development of tourism in Hawai‘i. Free; $5 donation to VAC suggested. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Registration Open: Watercolor Art, Thursday, Aug. 8-14, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Aug. 14,  Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.govhawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.gov,
facebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhalesanctuaries.noaa.
govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Thursday, August 8, 2019

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Rendering of the Thirty Meter Telescope. Read about efforts to support TMT and Jam4Maunakea online protest, below.
Image from TMT
WHILE PĀHALA RECORDED THE HIGHEST TEMPERATURE ever witnessed in Hawaiʻi - 100 degrees Fahrenheit on April 27, 1931, Kaʻū has weathered this summer's statewide heatwave with relatively mild temperatures compared to many other places in the state.
      Record breaking temperatures have hit other areas and the heat remained heavy today, with a high today of 87 in Kona, though it was reported to feel like 98 due to humidity. Today was 90 in Lihue, Kauaʻi, which was reported to feel like 102 due to humidity. Kahului, Maui, was 90 degrees, but humidity reportedly made it feel like 96. Honolulu hit 91 today, but humidity only raised the temperature feel to 93 degrees.
     In June and July, temperatures in Pāhala have mostly been two to six degrees above average, with temperatures mostly staying in the mid-80s.
     Nāʻālehu has been very close to average - mid-80s - for the last two months, but did hit 90 on Saturday, Aug. 3. VolcanoVillagehas been between one and six degrees above average - mid-80s - for June and July. Volcano hit a record high of 93 degrees on June 13, 1983.
     Ocean View has seen many days where the temperature was up to three degrees below the mid-80s average, but OV also saw a 90 degree day on the 3rd. Miloliʻi also experienced a 90 degree Saturday, and most days within three degrees of the average mid-80s.
Map from plantmaps.com
     The coldest temperature ever recorded in Hawaiʻi was also on Hawaiʻi Island, 12 degrees F at Maunakea on May 17, 1979. The hottest average temperature in the islands is also on Hawaiʻi, at Keahole airport, with an average of 77.7 degrees.
     Forecasters expect temperatures to start descending in September.

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SUPPORT FOR THE THIRTY METER TELESCOPE comes from the statewide Hawaiʻi Chamber of Commerce President Sherry Menor-McNamara. She released a statement yesterday evening saying, "We view this important project as a catalyst that will help to grow and diversify our economy, provide unique educational opportunities, contribute to science on an unparalleled level, as well as elevate Hawaiʻi's presence on a global scale. Hawaiʻi competed against many other countries for this scientific endeavor, and that has not gone unnoticed.     "From a legal and regulatory process standpoint, the rule of law must stand. Undermining the integrity of our judicial system undermines our democracy. TMT followed a lengthy seven-year public and agency review. This regulatory process included many community outreach efforts that have recognized the cultural significance of Mauna Kea. TMT is committed and understands the need to be a good citizen of Hawaiʻi and will certainly be held accountable if it does otherwise.
     "From a business and economic standpoint, certainty and fairness are key to doing business in Hawaiʻi. Approved projects such as TMT that have gone through the proper process should not be stopped after the fact. Doing so compromises the integrity of the process and any efforts to improve the business climate for our communities."
Sherry Menor-McNamara
     McNamara contended that "This project will stimulate and diversify Hawaiʻi island's economy. Our state needs the investment and tax dollars created by TMT to fund the growing needs of our community. The cost of living in Hawaiʻi is the highest in the nation. This initiative will create the types of high-quality, high-paying jobs that will enable our families and our children to build a future in the islands."
     She pointed to The Honolulu Star-Advertiser's polling and said it "shows overwhelming support for TMT, so we know the community stands behind progress. With that said, we cannot and should not ignore the past. Rather, we should honor and inspire ourselves to do better moving forward. This is a pivotal moment in our state, nation and world — a time when partisanship, prejudice, and violence are becoming everyday occurrences. As an island state with diverse and close-knit communities, we cannot afford to be divided; we need to be united in our shared beliefs of respect, tolerance, inclusion, and following the rule of law.
     "Although stakeholders may disagree on this issue, we cannot let it divide our communities. We need to show the rest of the world that we can agree to disagree, move forward, and collectively work on issues to benefit the people of our state. Hawaiʻi is too small and important a place to be so fractured."
     TMT supporters have launched television advertising featuring navigator Kalepa Baybayan, one of the captains of the Hōkūleʻa for the Polynesian Voyaging Society. In the commercial, Baybayan calls Maunakea a spiritual place and suggested that people with different practices, astronomy, cultural, and spiritual, "share the mauna."

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Jam4Maunakea Video gives participants a chance to practice the medley for this Sunday's event.
Photo from Protectors of Maunakea film
PROTECTORS OF MAUNAKEA WHO OPPOSE THE THIRTY METER TELESCOPE have announced a Jam 4 Maunakea live digital concert this Sunday from 11 a.m to 11:30 a.m. Hawaiʻi time. Called Hawaiʻi Loa Medley, Ku Haʻaheo, the broadcast will be a video of kūpuna artists and other protectors at Maunakea singing and jamming a medley. The Protectors call on people to play the video and go live on Facebook or other platforms "as you cheer, dance, sing or jam along - solo, with ʻhana and friends, or at a gathering in your community."
Sign language for Maunakea made by participants in the medley of songs
 sung by Protectors of Maunakea. Photo from Protectors of Maunakea film
     For lyrics, chords, practice video, and instructions for going live or pre-recording, see puuhuluhulu.com/jam

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SPEAKER OF THE HAWAIʻI STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Scott Saiki is the new president-elect of the National Conference of State Legislatures. The bipartisan organization serves the nation's 7,383 state lawmakers and more than 20,000 legislative staff. Saiki was elected this week at the annual Legislative Summit in Nashville.
     The summit includes training, workshops, and such speakers as author and historian Jon Meacham, the presidential biographer, Pulitzer Prize winner, and author of The Soul of America: The Battle for Our Better Angels. See reports and some of the sessions' livestream.
     Hawaiʻi state Senate President Ronald D. Kouchi said, "In these divisive times, Speaker Saiki's election to preside over one of our nation's most respected bi-partisan legislative organizations speaks volumes about the inclusive nature of the State of Hawaiʻi."
Scott Saiki
     Saiki, the current NCSL vice president, succeeds Speaker Robin Vos (R-WI.), Speaker of the Assembly from Wisconsin, who will become NCSL president. NCSL alternates leadership between the two parties each year. Saiki will be named NCSL president at the 2020 Legislative Summit.
     Said Saiki, "I appreciate the opportunity to serve as President-Elect and look forward to continued collaboration with my colleagues from around the country. NCSL has afforded legislators and staff an unrivaled opportunity to learn from the experiences of other states, exchange ideas and come up with policy solutions that can help propel our respective states and, ultimately, our entire nation forward. I look forward to continued work with our Washington office to ensure federal policies are in line with state priorities."
     Saiki has served as the speaker of the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives since May 2017. He previously served as majority leader. As an active member of NCSL, Saiki has served on the Task Force on State and Local Taxation as well as the NCSL Executive Committee.
     Kouchi pointed out that Saiki has almost 25 years of experience since his election to the House of Representatives in 1994. "His vast institutional knowledge of the NCSL, coupled with his strong organizational and leadership skills, will be a tremendous asset to the NCSLi.
     Saiki was born in Honolulu. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and his J.D. from UH's William S. Richardson School of Law.

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2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
FRIDAY, AUG. 9

Hawai‘i Disability Legal Services, Friday, Aug. 9, -Ocean View Community Center. Free disability legal services provided by Hawai‘i Legal Aid. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Friday, Aug. 9, -, Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Community Dance, Friday, Aug. 9, Cooper CenterVolcano Village. Minors allowed with supervision only. Alcohol-free event. Variety of music. Snacks provided; additional pūpū welcome. Free. 967-7800, thecoopercenter.org


SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.govhawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhalesanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


THURSDAY, AUG. 15

Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 15, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate to challenging 2.4 mile (one way) hike. $80/person. Park entrance fees may apply. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Registration Open: Beaded Bracelet, Aug. 15-20, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 21,  Free.928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Friday, August 9, 2019

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Thursday's view of Halema‘uma‘u and the pond at the bottom of the crater. Locals are smelling sulfur for the first 
time in months, and speculations leads to the ponds possibly being  the culprit. See story, and Volcano Watch
which discusses the origin of the ponds - below. Photo from USGS/D. Swanson
WHAT'S THAT SMELL? There was a sulphur odor all over Volcano Village this morning, and people smelled it a high elevations in Ocean View as well. It was a topic of discussion at places of business around VolcanoVillage, with street speculation that it could be coming from the new green pond on the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Kilauea caldera, or from sulfur banks.
      This week's Volcano Watch, below, addresses the pond, which was three ponds a couple days ago, and has grown larger and merged into one. Hawaiian Volcanoes Observatory scientists are planning to take a sample of the water, to determine its origin and makeup.

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A sign in Kaʻū, urging voters to support the Fund.
Photo by Julia Neal
THE PONC MEASURE TO HELP FUND STEWARDSHIP OF KAʻŪ COASTAL LANDS AND BEYOND is headed to the 2020 ballot. The Hawaiʻi County Charter Commission passed the amendment Thursday with a 9-0 vote. The measure would allow those who steward lands preserved through the Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resources Commission to be paid for their work by the PONC maintenance fund, even if they serve on boards of the often small, community non-profits. The tasks would have to be detailed in any plan approved. The county Finance Department would oversee use of the funding.
     The PONC funding comes from the Two Percent Land Fund, which receives two percent of county property taxes to preserve special lands and .25 percent to maintain it. "Labor, education, workshops, and maintenance work," would qualify, according to the proposed charter amendment.
     Volcano resident and PONC commissioner Rick Warshauer told the Charter Commission that much of the PONC maintenance money goes to expensive studies of the properties and that more needs to go to the actual care of the land. At the end of last month, the PONC fund for acquiring new properties held a balance of $22.6 million and the maintenance fund held $2.9 million.
     Debbie Hecht, a chief proponent of PONC, reminded the Charter Commissioners that only 9 percent of the maintenance money received from taxes has gone to the non-profits caring for the land, since the fund was established in 2013. She also testified that the maintenance fund can provide needed employment for residents.

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TULSI IN IOWA, OFF TO INDONESIA. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, who has spent much time campaigning all over the U.S. to become the Democratic nominee for President, will leave the country for two weeks, as a major Hawaiʻi Army National Guard. During an interview with ABC News regarding her brief departure from the campaign trail, she said, "We've got a strong people-powered campaign, and so we're working on making sure that our folks are out, and they're continuing to go to the fairs and the town halls, and sharing our message… I will be stepping away from the campaign for two weeks to fulfill my duty to the Army National Guard."

Gabbard in her uniform. She will fulfill her National
Guard obligation for the next two weeks.
Photo from Gabbard's Facebook
     Iowawill hold caucuses in less than six months. Gabbard's appearance at the Iowa State Fair this week would be judged, according to the Associated Press, by what she chose to eat. Being a vegetarian, Gabbard could have have a hard time choosing, as many of the fair's food offerings are deep fried and meaty. The food choice, saidAP, shows a candidate's connection with the people of Middle America.
     Gabbard is still trying to qualify for the thrid Democrat presidential debate in September. While she has raised enough money from individual donors to qualify, she needs to rate higher in polls to qualify.
     Should Gabbard fall short of beocming the Democratic candidate for U.S. President or Vice Presidential, she would have until Jun 2, 2020, to file papers to run for reelection for her congressional seat. Hilo Sen. Kaialiʻi Kahele is already campaigning for Gabbard's seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.


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THE TRUMP PROPOSAL TO CUT AN ADDITIONAL $100 BILLION IN CAPITAL GAINS TAXES prompted a letter from Senators Brian Schatz, Mazie Hirono, and 40 other Democrat and Independent senators this week. Written to Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin, the letter urges "against unilaterally cutting capital gains taxes for the wealthiest Americans by an additional $100 billion over ten years." The senators argue the cuts "would defy longstanding Treasury Department and Justice Department policies." The Congressional Research Service notes that "it is unlikely… that a significant, or any, effect on economic growth would occur from a stand-alone indexing proposal."
     "This is yet another policy that would fail American workers," the Senators wrote.
     The senators' letter follows a July 29 letter signed by 21 Republican senators, urging Mnuchin to circumvent Congress and index capital gains rates to inflation.
     The full text of the letter is available here.

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LADIES NIGHT OUT on Friday, Sept. 27 at Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium in Hilo, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Hui Mālama Ola Nā ʻŌiwi office in Hilo distributes tickets Mondays, 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m, and Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 1438 Kīlauea Ave.
     The 19th annual free event offers pampering and health awareness for women: make and take craft, unique boutique, hair trimming, mini manicures, massages, door prizes, entertainment, refreshments, and more. Women 18 years and older, no pets or children. Alcohol, drug, tobacco, and e-cig fee event. In memory of Nancy Everett, RN.
     "We hope you join us for a night of fun and pampering!" states the event notice. See hmono.org/ladiesnightout or call (808) 969-9220 with questions.

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HVO IS TRACKING GREEN PONDS OF WATER at Kīlauea's summit, within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater. Learn more about the ponding in this week's Volcano Watch, written by U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates:

     The recent appearance of water at the bottom of Halema‘uma‘u, a crater at the summit of Kīlauea Volcano, has attracted wide attention and generated many questions. To understand the significance of this water, we must first gather accurate information on its behavior. Similar to our monitoring of ponded lava in Halema‘uma‘u in 2008‒2018, USGS HVO scientists are now relying on both direct observations and modern tools to monitor the water.

     During regular visits to Kīlauea, HVO staff observe, measure, and document changes in the water in Halema‘uma‘u through photographs, videos, and thermal images.

HVO scientists will better understand what's happening to agitate the water in the Halemaʻumaʻu pond if/when a sample 
of the water can be collected, which is a logistical challenge given that the pond cannot be reached on foot due to 
hazardous conditions in the crater. Photo from USGS/D. Swanson

     As shown in HVO's website photos, volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/kilauea_
multimedia_15.html, the ponds are milky turquoise, or greenish, in color, indicative of dissolved sulfur and metals from magmatic gases or surrounding rock mixing into the water. Thermal images show water surface temperatures of approximately 70 degrees Celsius (158 degrees Fahrenheit). Tracking both color and temperature of the ponds will help us identify changes in chemistry and heating.

     The water in Halema‘uma‘u is not visible from publicly accessible areas of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, but this past week, HVO moved one of its existing webcams to a site that provides a direct view of the ponds. This temporary webcam doesn't have high enough resolution to discern small scale changes in the water level but will nevertheless be valuable for identifying larger scale events.

     To measure the level of water in the ponds, HVO scientists use a long-range laser rangefinder. These daily measurements show that the water level has slowly risen, enlarging the ponded water area over the past week.

     Future helicopter overflights will allow us to map and precisely measure the area and volume of the changing ponds. Using oblique photographs, we can create 3-dimensional models of the crater floor. Comparing these updated models with the lidar (light detection and ranging) data collected in July 2019 will help us estimate water volume. High-resolution satellite images, which are routinely collected at Kīlauea's summit, can fill in observational gaps between HVO's overflights.
     Unmanned aircraft systems, or drones, a tool used during the 2018 events, could also provide aerial imagery and precise measurements of pond area and volume.

These photos show the growth of the larger pond between July 25, when it was noticed, to Aug. 1. An "X" marks the 
same rock for comparison in the two telephoto aerial images. Photo at left courtesy of Ron Chapelle, 
Quantum Spatial; right photo from USGS/S. Conway
     In addition to surface observations, HVO also monitors for subsurface changes. Fortunately, Kīlauea's summit hosts one of the densest volcano monitoring networks on Earth. Seismic, deformation, and gas instruments can help determine if magma is rising closer to the surface. Seismic monitoring may be able to detect instabilities in the hydrothermal system (the zone where groundwater and hot gases interact) that, at other volcanoes, have been precursors to eruptions.  

     Direct sampling and chemical analyses of the water in Halema‘uma‘u would provide insight into its source – if it is a shallow accumulation of rainwater or the surface expression of a deeper-seated layer of groundwater. Some of the water could also be from condensed water vapor directly released by the magma. 

     Knowing the water's source will help us better understand the possible hazards associated with it. For instance, if the water is from the extensive zone of groundwater around the crater, it could be more likely to interact with rising magma and result in explosive activity.

     Given the hazardous location of the water, however, direct sampling is tricky. Walking down to the ponds is not advised due to the possible accumulation of carbon dioxide on the crater floor. Other dangers include frequent rockfalls from the steep, unstable slopes. 

     In recent media interviews, HVO scientists have discussed how the presence of water could increase the potential for explosive activity given the right set of conditions. At the current time, however, monitoring data do not indicate any signs of imminent unrest at Kīlauea's summit. Magma continues to quietly recharge the summit magma reservoir.

     The historically unprecedented appearance of water in Halema‘uma‘u is a reminder that, even in the absence of a lava lake, Kīlauea's summit remains a highly dynamic place. HVO continues to keep a close eye on the volcano and will post updated photos and videos to volcanoes.wr.usgs.gov/hvo.

The pond surface agitation could be due to escaping gases from below, 
rising through the water, or from the water boiling, or, perhaps, 
a combination of both. Photo from USGS/D. Swanson

Volcano Activity Updates

     Kῑlauea Volcano is not erupting and its USGS Volcano Alert level remains at NORMAL. Monitoring data for deformation have shown no significant changes in Kīlaueaactivity over the past month. Rates of seismicity across the volcano remain low. Sulfur dioxide emission rates are low at the summit and below detection limits at Puʻu ʻŌʻō and the Lower East Rift Zone (LERZ). 

     At or near the 2018 LERZ eruptive fissures, elevated ground temperatures and minor releases of gas (steam, tiny amounts of hydrogen sulfide, and carbon dioxide) persist. These are typical post-eruption conditions and are expected to be long-term, as they were after the 1955 LERZ eruption.

    Mauna Loa is not erupting. Its USGS Volcano Alert level remains at ADVISORY because earthquake and ground deformation rates at the volcano continue to remain slightly elevated above long-term background levels. This alert level does not mean that an eruption is imminent or that progression to an eruption is certain. A similar increase in activity occurred between 2014 and 2018 and no eruption occurred. 

     This past week, approximately 130 small-magnitude earthquakes (most less than M2.0) occurred beneath the summit and upper Southwest Rift Zone. Deformation measurements show continued summit inflation, suggestive of recharge of the volcano's shallow magma storage system. No significant changes in volcanic gas release on the Southwest Rift Zone were measured, and fumarole temperatures there and at the summit remain unchanged.
     Visit volcanoes.usgs.gov/hvofor past Volcano Watch articles, Kīlauea and Mauna Loa updates, volcano photos, maps, recent earthquake info, and more. Email questions to askHVO@usgs.gov.


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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SATURDAY, AUG. 10

Pancake Breakfast and Raffle, Saturday, Aug. 10, Ocean View Community Center. To volunteer, call 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Photographer Jesse Tunison, Aug. 10-Sept. 15, daily 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 10, , Volcano Art Center Gallery. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org


Ti Leaf Lei Making Workshop with Jelena Clay, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. Learn how to make basic ti rope, twist a ti leaf rose, and add ti leaf inserts. Class fee is $10/VAC member, $15/non-member. Bring 15-20 ti leaves - or $5 supply fee. Pre-registration required. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mamo o Kāwā ʻOhana Work Day, Saturday, Aug. 10, meet 9:30a.m., Northern Gate, Kāwā. RSVP to James Akau, jakau@nmok.org, 561-9111. Bring a water bottle, lunch, closed toed shoes, long sleeved t-shirt, and pants. Tools, gloves, water, and light refreshments provided. nmok.orgfacebook.com
/NMOK.Hawaii


Hi‘iaka & Pele, Sat., Aug. 10, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, one-mile walk. nps.gov/havo

Zentangle Inspired Labyrinth Shrines with Lois and Earl Stokes, Saturday, Aug. 10, Volcano Art Center. All art supplies provided; returning tanglers encouraged to bring favorite supplies. No experience necessary. Potluck. $30/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Jazz in the Forest: A Samba Trip to Brazil, Saturday, Aug. 10, 5:30-7:30p.m., Volcano Art Center. Jean Pierre and the Jazztones with Sarah Bethany. Tickets, $20/VAC member, $25/non-member, available for purchase online. Beer, wine, and pūpū available for purchase at event. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org

Soul Town band performance, Saturday, Aug. 10, , Kīlauea Military Camp Lava Lounge. $5 cover charge. Open to all patrons, and has certain Terms of Service. Park entrance fees apply. kilaueamilitarycamp.com


SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.govhawaiihumpbackwhale.
noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhale,
 sanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


THURSDAY, AUG. 15

Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 15, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate to challenging 2.4 mile (one way) hike. $80/person. Park entrance fees may apply. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Registration Open: Beaded Bracelet, Aug. 15-20, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 21,  Free.928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation

FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Hawai‘i Statehood Day


ONGOING

CELEBRATE THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF HAWAIIAN CIVIC CLUB OF KAʻŪ, Kanani aʻo Kaʻū, on August 17 at Pāhala Community Center, from 5 p.m. to  Organizers say there will be history, food, and music. General admission is $20; kūpuna are $10; keiki ages 6 to 17 are $8; keiki 5 and under are free.
     To find out more, email hawaiiancivicclubkau@gmail.com or call 808-747-0197.


Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Saturday, August 10, 2019

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Ocean View transfer station on Paradise Circle today welcomed the community on its last day. The new Convenience
Center for refuse and recyclables will open next Saturday, weekly, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Hwy 11. See story below.
Photo by Yvette Slack 

THE COUNTY GENERAL PLAN DRAFT IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE, with recommendations for the future of Kaʻū. Download the draft and see future stories on its details in these daily Kaʻū News Briefs. A public meeting for input from Kaʻū will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25 at Nāʻālehu Community Center from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The public is invited to drop in anytime during the speak-out sessions, with displays and county Planning Department staff on hand to explain the County General Plan.
Download the General Plan
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THE NEW OCEAN VIEW CONVENIENCE CENTER on Highway 11 will become the exclusive public site in Ocean View for discarding trash and recyclables every Saturday, starting Aug. 17, from  to  Today marked the last day of using the temporary transfer station on Paradise Circle. The new facility is located between the 79 and 80 mile markers makai of Hwy 11.  
     The ConvenienceCenteris operated by the County of Hawaiʻi's Solid Waste Management Division. Atlas Recycling, Barbie Seto, Gerald Steele, and Shane Leffew will move over to the new facility to help out station next Saturday, said the crew manning the last day of the old transfer station.

Help will be available at the opening of the new trash and recycling center
for Ocean View, next Saturday. Photo by Yvette Slack
     The long-awaited upgrade, near the intersection of Iolani Blvd.and Highway 11, has been promised since 2007. This set up is temporary, phase one of the project, costing nearly $2 million. The most expensive portion of this step was the widening of Hwy 11, to construct a "pocket lane" for motorists to turn out of traffic and enter the facility.

       The new temporary facility is gravel-paved with a large concrete pad for parking the garbage dumpsters and trucks, similar to the pad at the present temporary transfer station. The location takes up about an acre of the land that's reserved for the permanent facility.
     The county plans to build a facility similar to the ones at Volcano and Glenwood, which include the collection of mixed waste and green waste.

     For questions regarding transfer stations or recycling programs, see hawaiizerowaste.org or contact the Solid Waste Division Administrative Office at 961-8270 during regular office hours: Mondays – Fridays,

Location of the new Ocean View refuse and recycling Convenience
Center between mile markers 78 and 80. Hawaiʻi County map
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ASTRONOMERS ARE RETURNING TO WORK ON MAUNKEA after four weeks of suspended operations during the Protectors of Maunakea gathering that blocks the Maunakea Access Road. The Protectors are protesting the planned Thirty Meter Telescope project that would build the largest telescope on the planet near the top of Maunakea.
     On July 16, all Maunakea observatories chose to remove staff from the summit, stating a concern for safety and access to the telescopes. On Friday, the observatories' representatives said they feel secure in allowing the scientists to go back to work. The Protectors said they would have allowed scientists through the barricade much earlier.
     Said John O'Meara of W.M. Keck Observatory, "This is the longest the observatory has gone without doing science and we're really, really wanting to get back on sky. I'm really excited that we've made enough progress to be doing some science again." He remarked that it is "not a full return to operations. A full return to operations is going to have complete access to the summit access road, basically whenever we need it, and we need to be able to do so safely. But we have enough to do limited operations now and we're really looking forward to working with the state to regain access to the road, to have full operations."

Telescope operators are excited to return to Maunakea's summit, to continue "doing science," remarked John O'Meara,
who works at the W.M. Keck Observatory. Photo from Maunakea Observatories
     Mary Beth Laychak, with the Canada France Hawaiʻi Telescope outreach team, said, "We're really excited about the support from the governor and the mayor. The first thing that our operations group is going to need to do is actually get up there and run all of our systems. We have the telescope, we have our dome shutter, we have hydraulics. All of these things haven't been operational in three weeks. So we need to make sure that they're up and ready to go." She said that as soon as the equipment is "ready to go, we should be able to resume our science," as theirs is one of the remotely operated telescopes.

     Keck observing assistant Heather Hershley, who works at the summit at night, said, "It's been somewhat frustrating not to be able to do the job that I was hired to do. Not physically being up there means that nothing gets done. I love my work on the summit. I get to see amazing sunsets. I get to be part of amazing discoveries. Maunakea is an amazing place and I've loved working on it. I dreamed about working on those telescopes since childhood, so this has been the best job I've ever had."


     See the astronomers speak at bigislandvideonews.com/2019/08/10/video-astronomers-excited-to-restart-limited-operations-on-mauna-kea/.

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Mazie Hirono talked about gun control measures in congress, the White House push back and
Pres. Donald Trump's visit this week to El Paso and Dayton. Photo from CNN
PRES. DONALD TRUMP'S VISIT TO EL PASO AND DAYTON, after the slaughter of innocent people, received a review by Kaʻū's U.S. Senator, Mazie Hirono this week on The Lead, a CNN news show with Jake Tapper. He asked Hirono for her reaction to the President's visit. She said, "As usual, anything that he experiences, he brings it back to himself. So while he was supposed to be there to show sympathy and empathy, I think he showed himself the most sympathy and empathy. He always acts like the victim."
     Tapper talked about making domestic terrorism a higher priority in the national counter terrorism strategy. Tapper said the Department of Homeland Security in 2017 and 2018 pushed the White House to make domestic terrorism a higher priority, but the White House kept pushing back. Hirono said, "Apparently, he doesn't like to hear the words white supremacist doing anything, so they really cut back on any references to domestic terrorism and acknowledging it as a growing problem."
Sen. Mazie Hirono said she recommends banning new sales of military
style weapons used in mass killings. Photo from CNN
     Tapper asked Hirono if gun regulation laws could pass the Senate, if the House of Representatives comes back early to work on them. Hirono responded, "Not as long as as Mitch McConnell is in charge." She said congress "can't even get" a background check for gun purchases through the senate after it passed the House of Representatives. She contended that two people are holding up gun regulation - Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell and the President.
     Hirono said that even though Trump said this week that he would work on the gun problem, he didn't make the time to accept the invitation to talk with Veronica Escobar, the congresswoman from El Paso but had "all kinds of time" for the National Rifle Association.
     She said that during the 2020 elections, the citizenry needs to defeat McConnell in the Kentucky U.S. Senate race. Hirono said McConnell is happy to hold back gun reform and "describes himself as the grim reaper." She said another way is for Republicans to stand up in Congress.
     When asked how guns could be restricted, she said that stopping the sales of new military style assault weapons would be the first step. She said that confiscating guns would run into legal challenges. See the interview at CNN.

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SEPTEMBER EVENTS AT KĪLAUEA MILITARY CAMP, located within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, are open to all eligible patrons. Park entrance fees apply:

     RED PIN Bowling every Sunday, Tuesday, and Thursday at KMC Lanes. Bowl a strike with the RED PIN in the head pin position and get that game free. $3 per game, $1.75 shoe rental – don't forget socks. 

     Kīlauea Luau Buffet every Friday night from to in the Crater Rim Café. Adults $16.25 and Child (6-11) $8.25. Free Hula Show on Sept. 6, 13, and 20 from to Call 967-8356 for more information.

     Eight-Ball Tournament Sunday, Sept. 8. Tournament starts at 1 p.m., check-in starts at noon, at KMC Recreation Lodge. Pre-registration required; pick up a registration form from the KMC Recreation Lodge or 10-Pin Grill.
     Soul Town Band in the Lava Lounge, Saturday, Sept. 14. Sit back and enjoy the tunes from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. $5 cover charge.
     See kilaueamilitarycamp.com.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
SUNDAY, AUG. 11

People and Land of Kahuku, Sun., Aug. 11, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderate, 2.5 mile hike over rugged terrain. nps.gov/havo

Medicine for the Mind: Teachings in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition, Sunday, Aug. 11 – 2nd Sunday, monthly – Volcano Art Center. Free; calabash donations welcome. Dress warmly. Patty Johnson, 345-1527


MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.govhawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhalesanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean
 View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


THURSDAY, AUG. 15

Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 15, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate to challenging 2.4 mile (one way) hike. $80/person. Park entrance fees may apply. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Registration Open: Beaded Bracelet, Aug. 15-20, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 21,  Free.928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Hawai‘i Statehood Day


SATURDAY, AUG. 17
Taking the Pamphlet Stitch on a Romp – bookbinding workshop with Charlene Asato, Saturday, Aug. 17, -Volcano Art Center. No experience necessary. $32/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. Supply list online. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Volunteer Fountain Grass Removal, Saturday, Aug. 17, , meet at Ocean ViewCommunity Center parking lot. Bring lunch, water, hat, and sunscreen. ovcahi.org


Nature & Culture: An Unseverable Relationship, Sat., Aug. 17, , Kahuku Unit , HVNP. Free, moderate hike, approx. 2 miles. nps.gov/havo

Ocean View C.E.R.T. Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting and training. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Hula Kahiko - Kumu Hula Iwalani Kalima with Hula Hālau O Kou Lima Nani ‘E, Saturday, Aug. 17, , hula platform near Volcano Art Center Gallery. Hula performance. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoart
center.org


Nā Mea Hula with Wes Awana, Saturday, Aug. 17, , Volcano Art Center Gallery porch. Hands-on cultural demonstration. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoartcenter.org


Ham Radio Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org



Pāhala Hongwanji Bon Dance, Saturday, Aug. 17, 4-10:30p.m. Sponsored by ʻO Kaʻū Kākou. Food, dancing, fun, Taiko drums. All are welcome. Free. OKK President Wayne Kawachi, 937-4773

50th Anniversary of Hawaiian Civic Club of Kaʻū, Kanani aʻo Kaʻū, Aug. 17, Pāhala Community Center History, food, and music. General admission is $20; kupuna are $10; keiki ages 6 to 17 are $8; keiki 5 and under are free. For more, email hawaiiancivicclubkau@gmail.com or call 808-747-0197.


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Volcano local photographer Jesse Tunison, daily through Sept. 15, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Nani Ka ʻIkena, that which is seen is beautiful, features vibrant colors and crisp, wide vistas which highlight the character and drama of Hawaiʻi Island’s landscape. The collection of ten photographs were captured over the past decade by Tunison and also document the dynamic changes which have occurred in such a short period of time. "While the landscape has changed the beauty has endured." Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Sunday, August 11, 2019

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Kamala Harris, left, as Tulsi Gabbard calls her out on marijuana prosecutions and withholding DNA evidence in a
murder case. Read the Rolling Stone view on the aftermath smearing of Gabbard to protect Harris.
Photo from CNN
WHO'S AFRAID OF TULSI GABBARD? is the headline in a Rolling Stone story and podcast released on Friday. The Matt Taibbi story leads with Gabbard, a candidate for President, and Kaʻū's representative in the U.S. House, saying, "It just goes to show, that launching a smear campaign is the only response to the truth." According to the story, she was referring to a smear campaign that followed her interaction with candidate for president Kamala Harris during the July 31 debate for candidates vying to become the Democratic Party nominee.

     "The 'smear campaign,'" states Taibbi, "refers to the bizarre avalanche of negative press that ensued, as reporters seemed to circle wagons around Harris, a party favorite.

     "The Gabbard-Harris exchange was brief but revealing, as a window into a schism in the Democractic Party. Harris was elected Attorney General of California in 2010. She frequently sought moderate or even conservative positions on issues like criminal sentencing, drug enforcement, and prison labor. These stances were standard among Democrats back when being 'tough on crime' was considered an essential component of the 'electability' argument."

     The Rolling Stone writer states that the Democratic electorate has become especially concerned about mass incarceration but "the party has not quite caught up. Gabbard exposed these divisions" during the debate, saying Harris "put over 1,500 people in jail for marijuana and then laughed about it when asked if she ever smoked marijuana." The Rolling Stone writer notes that the debate audience cheered with Gabbard, continuing to talk about Harris blocking introduction of DNA evidence in a murder case. Harris reacted "like someone had dented her car."

     Taibbi writes that, "Having wounded a presumptive frontrunner backed by nearly $25 million in campaign funds, Gabbard instantly became the subject of a slew of negative leaks, tweets, and press reports. Many of these continued the appalling recent Democratic Party tradition of denouncing anything it doesn't like as treasonous aid to foreign enemies."

     The Rolling Stone story points to the press chair for Harris tweeting, "Yo, you love Assad," referencing  Gabbard's visit with Bashar al-Assad, the Syrian dictator. The Harris press chair also tweeted a link to a story speculating that Russian bots help Gabbard's campaign.

Tulsi Gabbard with writers from Rolling Stone magazine.
Photo from Rolling Stone
     The Rolling Stone story also points to Politico characterizing Gabbard followers to those in a "Star Wars bar scene," and the New York Times writing that she believes the U.S. "wrought horror on the world," referring to her stance against anti-regime change wars. The story points out that Barrack Obama, during a 2007 presidential debate, said he would talk to leaders of Iran, Syria, Cuba, Venezuela, and North Korea. "It is a disgrace that we have not spoken to them," said Obama. He called ridiculous, "the notion that somehow not talking to countries is punishment."

     The writer concludes that Gabbard is "not an isolationist. She's simply opposed to bombing the crap out of, and occupying, foreign countries for no apparent positive strategic objective, beyond enriching contractors. She is like many soldiers (and embedded reporters for that matter) who returned disillusioned from the Middle Eastern theatre. Of concern: the extreme loss of life among both Americans and resident populations, and the outrageous profiteering amid abuse of foreign contract workers who are used to staff and service American bases."


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GAME MANAGEMENT FOR HAWAIʻI ISLAND LOOKS LIKE A LOST CAUSE, according to the opinion of Game Management Advisory Commissioner Naniloa Pogline. On July 30, she told the commission that the state Division of Forestry and Wildlife – DOFAW, under the Department of Land and Natural Resources – will not produce the game management plan that hunters envision. DOFAW will come up with a "hunting program," she said.

     Pogline contended that the hunting program would "entail expanding hunting opportunity and reducing bag limits. Consideration for game count, rest, reproductive season, or refuge will be


Hunters and the state both want plans and regulations
to define hunting rules. Photo from PTA
minimal. A hunting program, rather than a conventional game management plan, removes DOFAW from liabilities and pressure from environmental communities and agencies representing endangered species. So, it's about removing liability for them."
     Pogline said the hunters could "get together to educate and agree upon an informal game management plan of their own," but that officials warned that "any such practices may result in pressure on DOFAW for more eradication of game species, if any of the opponents [of a game plan] got wind that the hunters were actually practicing a game management plan.

     "DOFAW has made some efforts in tracking game count and maintaining access," said Pogline, "but while hunter participation and help is encouraged – and needed in analyzing game populations – the complaint is that the public too often injects what is considered unwanted personal opinions and uneducated conclusions. This makes cooperative management difficult as the validity of information coming from hunters is often perceived invalid."

     Said Pogline, "Changing rules, mandates, regulations, and statutes to accommodate game and hunter is still far off. Even acquiring an incidental take license would allow our game to coexist with endangered species to a degree. But they said this cannot be obtained without the completion of the long, nearly 20-years stalled, habitat conservation plan." The next GMAC meeting is scheduled to take place in late August.

     The Hawaiʻi County Game Management Advisory Commission – selected by the mayor and confirmed by the County Council – is comprised of Pogline, Stanley Mendes, Kean Umeda, James O'Keefe, Abraham Antonio, Grayson Hashida, Bronsten-Glenn "Kalei" Kossow, Teresa Nakama, and George Donev.


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Craig Nakahara and his winning staff who won a national award on Friday for helping legislators and the public
interact and to research bills and provide testimony. Photo from state House of Representatives
PAPERLESS TESTIMONY, EASY ACCESS TO INFORMATION USED TO MAKE DECISIONS, and the redesign of the state House of Representatives internal website portal earned the House tech support team the Legislative Staff Achievement Award from the National Association of Legislative Information Technology. The award was presented on Friday at the National Conference of State Legislatures Summit in Nashville.

     "IT Director Craig Nakahara and his hard-working staff continually come up with creative and


innovative solutions which improve the way legislators and their staffs operate," said Hawaiʻi House Speaker Scott K. Saiki. "This team is doing great work and deserve this recognition."
     Members of the House Tech Support team are Craig Nakahara, Gail Iseri, Josette Friedl, Nhuc Chau, Royce Fukumoto, Matthew Kanda, Thai Nguyen, Kai Lau, and Robyn Araki.

Download the draft.
     Criteria for the NALIT Legislative Staff Achievement Award include: Helping to improve the effectiveness of the legislative institution; supporting the legislative process and the mission of the legislature; exhibiting a high degree of professionalism, competence, and integrity in serving the legislature and the public; contributing to the work of the National Conference of State Legislatures; contributing to the National Association of Legislative Information Technology; and contributing to existing knowledge and demonstrating expertise in a particular field.

     The NCSL is a bipartisan organization serving the 7,382 state lawmakers and legislative staff of the states, commonwealths, and territories. It provides research, technical assistance, and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues, and is an effective and respected advocate for the interests of the states in the American federal system.
     Hawaiʻi, with constiuents living on islands and unable to travel easily to the Capitol for legislative sessions, is known for its easy to use website to give testimony, do research, craft legislation, and to keep up with elected officials.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
MONDAY, AUG. 12

Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351


TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans:
https://bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao,
808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.gov.
hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.gov,
facebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhale,
sanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


THURSDAY, AUG. 15

Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 15, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate to challenging 2.4 mile (one way) hike. $80/person. Park entrance fees may apply. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Registration Open: Beaded Bracelet, Aug. 15-20, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 21,  Free.928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Hawai‘i Statehood Day


SATURDAY, AUG. 17
Taking the Pamphlet Stitch on a Romp – bookbinding workshop with Charlene Asato, Saturday, Aug. 17, -Volcano Art Center. No experience necessary. $32/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. Supply list online. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Volunteer Fountain Grass Removal, Saturday, Aug. 17, , meet at Ocean ViewCommunity Center parking lot. Bring lunch, water, hat, and sunscreen. ovcahi.org


Nature & Culture: An Unseverable Relationship, Sat., Aug. 17, , Kahuku Unit , HVNP. Free, moderate hike, approx. 2 miles. nps.gov/havo

Ocean View C.E.R.T. Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting and training. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Hula Kahiko - Kumu Hula Iwalani Kalima with Hula Hālau O Kou Lima Nani ‘E, Saturday, Aug. 17, , hula platform near Volcano Art Center Gallery. Hula performance. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mea Hula with Wes Awana, Saturday, Aug. 17, , Volcano Art Center Gallery porch. Hands-on cultural demonstration. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoartcenter.org


Ham Radio Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org



Pāhala Hongwanji Bon Dance, Saturday, Aug. 17, 4-10:30p.m. Sponsored by ʻO Kaʻū Kākou. Food, dancing, fun, Taiko drums. All are welcome. Free. OKK President Wayne Kawachi, 937-4773

50th Anniversary of Hawaiian Civic Club of Kaʻū, Kanani aʻo Kaʻū, Aug. 17, PāhalaCommunity Center History, food, and music. General admission is $20; kupuna are $10; keiki ages 6 to 17 are $8; keiki 5 and under are free. For more, email hawaiiancivicclubkau@gmail.com or call 808-747-0197.


SUNDAY, AUG. 18

Pu‘u o Lokuana, Sun., Aug. 18, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, short, moderately difficult, 0.4-mile hike. nps.gov/havo

Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Sunday, Aug. 18, , Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Volcano local photographer Jesse Tunison, daily through Sept. 15, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Nani Ka ʻIkena, that which is seen is beautiful, features vibrant colors and crisp, wide vistas which highlight the character and drama of Hawaiʻi Island’s landscape. The collection of ten photographs were captured over the past decade by Tunison and also document the dynamic changes which have occurred in such a short period of time. "While the landscape has changed the beauty has endured." Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration,
webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9.
okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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Kaʻū News Briefs, Monday, August 12, 2019

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Sulphur Cone on Mauna Loa is one of the possible sources of a rotten egg odor wafting through Ocean View. A similar
odor has been noticed in Volcano Village and inside Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. See story below. USGS Photo
SOME OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE HOUSING ON THE ISLAND is in Kaʻū, according to the new Draft General Plan for Hawaiʻi County. Kaʻū is one of five rural areas where housing is the least expensive. The others are Puna, Honokaʻa, Paʻauilo, and north Kohala. However, not as much affordable housing is on the market in Kaʻū as in Puna, Hilo, and North Kona, states the Draft General Plan.

     The county forecasts in its Draft General Plan that the number of housing units in Kaʻū will grow by 93 percent through the year 2040, much more than the countywide projection of 54 percent, 36 percent in north Hilo to Hamakua, and 29 percent in Hilo. 

     Commercial and industrial square footage is expected to grow 43 percent in Kaʻū by 2040.

     See more about Kaʻū in the Draft General Plan for Hawaiʻi Island and attend a meeting to give suggestions Sunday, Aug. 25, at Nāʻālehu Community Center from to Drop in anytime to talk with planners.
     Download the Draft General Plan. See more from the Draft General Plan in upcoming Kaʻū News Briefs.


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Tulsi Gabbard on Maunakea yesterday, visiting the Protectors.
Photo from the YouTube video
REP. TULSI GABBARD VISISTED MAUNAKEA yesterday, and spoke to the crowd that was estimated to be in the thousands by the Protectors of Maunakea. She opened by thanking kūpuna for leading a peaceful protest with their nonviolent arrests, regarding the building the Thirty Meter telescope. She said they set an example to people "around the world."
     Gabbard said that the Maunakea issue "is about so much more than just a telescope." It "speaks to the… history of disrespect and dishonoring of places" in Hawaiʻi and is a worldwide "alarming trend." She said the spiritual disconnect - being able to engage in cultural practices is "dangerous" and "has consequences." She said the U.S.legislative focus is usually on "statistics and gross domestic product, and all of these numbers, without really focusing on quality of life and happiness, and spiritual fulfillment.
     "As a result, we see the United Sated as the richest country in the world, yet still a country where people are alone and unhappy."
     She said the challenge and responsibility of those at Maunakea is to protect "these scared spaces" and maintain connection for future generations. She said she hopes more of Hawaiʻi's leaders come to the mauna to "experience and listen, and to feel for the results."
     See the video at youtube.com/watch?v=QJBzqAqo62E.

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SEN. KAI KAHELE WAS PROMOTED TO THE RANK OF LT. COLONEL in the U.S. Air Force, Hawaiʻi Air National Guard, in a private ceremony on Saturday. Surrounded by friends and family, Kahele, who has served as a USAF pilot and commissioned officer for 18 years, said, "It is an honor to continue to serve my state and country in the Hawaiʻi Air National Guard. I am extremely thankful for my family, my wife Maria and my daughters, who have sacrificed and supported me throughout my military career. This promotion is for them."

State Sen. Kai Kahele accepted the rank of Lt.Col in the Hawaiʻi 
Air National Guard this weekend. Photo from Kahele

     Kahele is a decorated combat veteran with multiple deployments to both Iraqand Afghanistansince 2005. He has flown 108 combat sorties, logged 3,075 hours of military flight time, and commanded C-17 combat missions. He is the recipient of the Air Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, and the Air Force Commendation Medal. He has been named both Pacific Air Forces Guard Officer of the Year and Hawaiʻi Air National Guard Officer of the Year. He is assigned to the 201st Air Mobility Operations Squadron at Hickam Air Force Base.

     Kahele represents Hilo in the state senate, serving as Majority Floor Leader and Chairman of the Committee on Water & Land.
     However, Kahele is running to represent Hawaiʻi's second Congressional District, which includes Kaʻū, in the U.S. House of Representatives.
     Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, who is running for U.S. President, holds the congressional seat and could run for reelection against Kahele, should she come short of the Democrat presidential nomination.

     Former Hawaiʻi Governors John Waiheʻe, Ben Cayetano, and Neil Abercrombie have formally endorsed Kahele. In July, Honolulu City Council Chairman Ikaika Anderson announced his endorsement: "I am proud to endorse Kai Kahele for Congress… I see the challenges that our neighbors face at a grassroots level every single day. We need a Member of Congress who will stay fully engaged with our communities so that he or she can best represent us in Washington, D.C. I know Kai Kahele is that person because that is the type of public servant he has proven himself to be. I trust his leadership, I trust his judgment, I trust his values and I trust his commitment to the people of Hawaiʻi."
   
Kīlauea caldera, during the 2018 eruption, released a lot of SO2 and HS2.
Now, the levels are very low. USGS photo
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A SULFUR SMELL IN VOLCANO VILLAGE AND AT HIGH ELEVATIONS IN OCEAN VIEW may be coming from Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, said Patricia Nadeau of U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcanoes Observatory. She told The Kaʻū Calendar today that SO2 (sulfur) emission rates "are still very low at Kīlauea summit, but there is also H2S (hydrogen sulfide) being emitted at low levels." She said human noses are "even more sensitive to H2S (rotten egg smell) than they are to SO2. Depending on wind conditions, it's not surprising that Volcano residents would smell sulfur odors even at current low SO2 emission rates."
     Nadeau said there is also a site on Mauna Loa's Southwest Rift Zone, Sulphur Cone, that emits H2S. "Again," she said, "depending on wind conditions, residents in Ocean View could possibly smell odors from either of those sources."
     A Volcano Watch article on H2S came out last fall: volcanoes.usgs.gov/observatories/hvo/hvo_volcano_watch.html?vwid=1392.


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A MAGNITUDE 4.5 EARTHQUAKE struck north of Hilo this morning. Felt reports came from all over the island and from Maui. Most of those who reported from Kaʻū estimated an intensity of II to IV. U.S. Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported the quake centered about 7 km (4 mi) east of Papaʻikou at a depth of 42 km (26 mi).
     HVO seismic network manager Brian Shiro said, "HVO monitoring networks have not detected any significant changes in activity on Kīlauea or Mauna Loa volcanoes due to the earthquake."PacificTsunamiWarningCenter forecast no tsunami threat from this earthquake. The USGS "Did you feel it?" service, earthquake.usgs.gov/dyfi/, received over 280 felt reports within an hour and a half of the earthquake.


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Dante Carpenter will be honored at
this Saturday's 50th Anniversary of
the Kaʻū Hawaiian Civic Club.
Photo from NativeHawaiian.org
DANTE CARPENTER WILL BE HONORED at the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Kaʻū Hawaiian Civic Club at the PāhalaCommunity Center this Saturday, Aug. 17 from to
     Carpenter is a former state Senator, former Hawaiʻi County Mayor, and former CountyCouncilman. He worked as an engineer for Hutchinson and Kaʻū Sugar companies, and was integral in the founding of the Kaʻū Hawaiian Civil Club.
     During his time living in Kaʻū, he was President of the Nāʻālehu School Parent Teachers Association and Kaʻū History Society. He was also a merchant marine, graduating from the Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York, after growing up on Oʻahu. Carpenter later served as a Lt. Commander in the U.S. Naval Reserve. He has also chaired the Hawaiʻi Democratic Party.


     The celebration will also feature three hālau hula and a Nā Hoku Hanohano-winning recording artist. See more in Tuesday's Kaʻū News Briefs.

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VIRTUAL ADVISORY COUNCIL MEETING for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary happens tomorrow, Tuesday, August 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. Council members will join the teleconference to get Sanctuary updates on several different topics, including superintendent update, education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research in Hawai‘i. Public comment will be begin at 12:20 p.m.
Download the draft.
     Audio will be via conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation will be via Blue Jeans: bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292.
     The Sanctuary Advisory Council is comprised of members representing the islands of Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi, Maui, and Oʻahu, in addition to local user groups, Native Hawaiian cultural advisors, fishing, business, conservation, science, education, and community representatives. Federal and state agency representatives also hold seats on the council.
     To receive more information, or to request a meeting agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao at 808-725-5923 or Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.gov.
     The sanctuary is administered by a partnership of NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries and the State of Hawai‘i through the Department of Land and Natural Resources. The sanctuary works to protect humpback whales through research, education, conservation and stewardship.
     DLNR's mission is to enhance, protect, conserve and manage Hawaiʻi's unique and limited natural, cultural, and historic resources held in public trust for current and future generations of visitors and the people of Hawai‘i nei.
     See Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary: hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.gov, facebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhale; NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries: sanctuaries.noaa.gov; DLNR: dlnr.hawaii.gov.

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Print edition of The Kaʻū Calendar is free to 5,500 mailboxes 

throughout Kaʻū, from Miloliʻi through Volcano, and free on 

stands throughout the district. Read online at kaucalendar.com

2019 Kaʻū High School Athletics Schedule through August
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates; Bowling TBA.

Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha

Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Tue., Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Hilo
Fri., Aug. 23, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts St. Joseph
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m., Kaʻū hosts Kohala

Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m., @Christian Liberty

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UPCOMING
TUESDAY, AUG. 13

Virtual Advisory Council Mtg. for Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary, Tuesday, August 13,  Open to the public. Updates on education and outreach, resource protection, science, and Navy research. Public comment begins at  Join audio conference line at 1-866-813-9056, passcode: 1392550#. Visual presentation via Blue Jeans: bluejeans.com/986204292, meeting ID: 986 204 292. More info or mtg. agenda, contact Cindy Among-Serrao, 808-725-5923 or
Cindy.Among-Serrao@noaa.gov.
hawaiihumpbackwhale.noaa.govfacebook.com/hawaiihumpbackwhalesanctuaries.noaa.govdlnr.hawaii.gov

Registration Open: Butterfly Magnets Craft, Tuesday, Aug. 13-19, Kahuku ParkHawaiian Ocean View Estates. Program for ages 6-12 takes place on Tuesday, Aug. 20,  Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


WEDNESDAY, AUG. 14

Lā‘āu Lāpa‘au Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 14, -Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Hawaiian herbal medicine practitioner Ka‘ohu Monfort demonstrates. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo


THURSDAY, AUG. 15

Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 15, Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Moderate to challenging 2.4 mile (one way) hike. $80/person. Park entrance fees may apply. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


Registration Open: Beaded Bracelet, Aug. 15-20, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8, takes place Wednesday, Aug. 21,  Free.928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation


FRIDAY, AUG. 16

Hawai‘i Statehood Day


SATURDAY, AUG. 17
Taking the Pamphlet Stitch on a Romp – bookbinding workshop with Charlene Asato, Saturday, Aug. 17, -Volcano Art Center. No experience necessary. $32/VAC member, $35/non-member, plus $10 supply fee. Supply list online. 967-8222, volcanoartcenter.org


Volunteer Fountain Grass Removal, Saturday, Aug. 17, , meet at Ocean ViewCommunity Center parking lot. Bring lunch, water, hat, and sunscreen. ovcahi.org


Nature & Culture: An Unseverable Relationship, Sat., Aug. 17, , Kahuku Unit , HVNP. Free, moderate hike, approx. 2 miles. nps.gov/havo

Ocean View C.E.R.T. Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. Community Emergency Response Team monthly meeting and training. 939-7033, ovcahi.org


Hula Kahiko - Kumu Hula Iwalani Kalima with Hula Hālau O Kou Lima Nani ‘E, Saturday, Aug. 17, , hula platform near Volcano Art Center Gallery. Hula performance. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoartcenter.org


Nā Mea Hula with Wes Awana, Saturday, Aug. 17, , Volcano Art Center Gallery porch. Hands-on cultural demonstration. Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-8222, volcanohula@gmail.comvolcanoartcenter.org


Ham Radio Mtg., Saturday, Aug. 17, Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org



Pāhala Hongwanji Bon Dance, Saturday, Aug. 17, 4-10:30p.m. Sponsored by ʻO Kaʻū Kākou. Food, dancing, fun, Taiko drums. All are welcome. Free. OKK President Wayne Kawachi, 937-4773

50th Anniversary of Hawaiian Civic Club of Kaʻū, Kanani aʻo Kaʻū, Aug. 17, PāhalaCommunity Center History, food, and music. General admission is $20; kupuna are $10; keiki ages 6 to 17 are $8; keiki 5 and under are free. For more, email hawaiiancivicclubkau@gmail.com or call 808-747-0197.


SUNDAY, AUG. 18

Pu‘u o Lokuana, Sun., Aug. 18, , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, short, moderately difficult, 0.4-mile hike. nps.gov/havo

Private Excursion: Trail Less Traveled, Sunday, Aug. 18, , Devastation Trail Parking Lot, HVNP. Moderate 2 mile hike. $40/person. Park entrance fees may apply. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. 985-7373, fhvnp.org


MONDAY, AUG. 19

Forest Restoration Project: Faya Tree Removal (12+), register by Monday, Aug. 19 for Friday, Aug. 23 event from , HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. Park entrance fees may apply. Space limited. R.S.V.P. to Patty Kupchak, 352-1402, forest@fhvnp.orgfhvnp.org


Empower Girls Mtg., Monday, Aug. 19, from 3-4:30p.m., PARENTS, Inc. office, Nā‘ālehu. Registration required. Diana, 935-4805

ONGOING
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School of Arts & Sciences; last year's event sold out. This sixth festive evening of live music, food, wines and craft beers under the stars happens Sunday, Sept. 8 The $50 per person tickets include live music entertainment by Young Brothers; delicious food and drink from local restaurants; award-winning wines and teas from the Volcano Winery; tours of the vineyards and a huge raffle.

Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Volcano local photographer Jesse Tunison, daily through Sept. 15, 9a.m.-5p.m., Volcano Art Center Gallery. Nani Ka ʻIkena, that which is seen is beautiful, features vibrant colors and crisp, wide vistas which highlight the character and drama of Hawaiʻi Island’s landscape. The collection of ten photographs were captured over the past decade by Tunison and also document the dynamic changes which have occurred in such a short period of time. "While the landscape has changed the beauty has endured." Free; park entrance fees apply. 967-7565, volcanoartcenter.org

6th Annual Ka‘ū Coffee Trail Run Registration, webscorer.com/register?raceid=166020. 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon races through mac nut and coffee fields along slopes of Ka‘ū starting at 7a.m., Saturday, Sept. 21, Ka‘ū Coffee Mill. Sponsored by Ka‘ū Coffee Mill and ‘O Ka‘ū Kākou. Prices increase after July 9. okaukakou.orgkaucoffeemill.com

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