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| Donna Gascon drapes herself in Kaʻū Coffee beans, in the height of their season, in Sunday's Pāhala Christmas Parade, with Kaʻū Coffee Growers Cooperative President Gloria Campa to her left. See more parade photos in the events section below, and photos of Kaʻū Coffee princesses and queens in tomorrow's Kaʻū News Briefs. Photo by Julia Neal |
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| Leana Wen, president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America |
Kavanaugh and Chief Justice John Roberts joined Justices Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Stephen Breyer, Sonia Sotomayor, and Elena Kagan to say no to appeals from Louisiana and Kansas . Justices Clarence Thomas, Neil Gosuch, and Samuel Alito voted in favor of hearing the appeals.
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| Kristan Hawkin of Students for Life of America |
Leana Wen, president of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, issued a statement on the decision: "We are pleased that lower court rulings protecting patients remain in place. Every person has a fundamental right to health care, no matter who they are, where they live, or how much they earn. As a doctor, I have seen what's at stake when people cannot access the care they need, and when politics gets in the way of people making their own health care choices. We won't stop fighting for every patient who relies on Planned Parenthood for life-saving, life-changing care."
Kristan Hawkin of Students for Life of America, an anti-abortion-rights group, issued a statement on the Supreme Court decision: "Taxation without representation lives on today in a decision by a majority on the court that ignores the wishes of state leaders who no longer want to be coerced into funding abortion. Abortion is not healthcare, and women's needs are better met by real, full-service medical locations, not abortion vendors. This is a legitimate question and a missed opportunity – whether abortion vendors have a right to taxpayer monies."
Planned Parenthood says that only 3 percent of the services it provides are abortions.
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The bill, H.R. 3398, the REAL ID Act Modification for Freely Associated States Act, corrects a mistake in the 2005 REAL ID Act that inaccurately identifies citizens of the Freely Associated States as citizens of the "Trust Territories Pacific Islands
Hirono said: "It makes no sense that FAS citizens, who are freely able to live and work in the United States , cannot obtain permanent, REAL ID compliant identification because Congress made a mistake. By fixing it, this legislation will make it much easier for FAS citizens to maintain stable employment and contribute to their adopted homes."
Today's vote comes days after Senator Hirono urged quick consideration of the bill in a letter she sent to her Senate colleagues, stating that the bill will relieve an unnecessary burden, not just on FAS citizens residing in the United States, but also on their employers and state agencies, as current practices have resulted in higher administrative costs on states and local authorities to annually renew and process identification cards and driver's licenses.
The bill also adds a subsection under the "Evidence of Lawful Status" that expands the ability of citizens from the Republic of the Marshall Islands , the Federated States of Micronesia , and the Republic of Palau
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| The brown tree snake, an invasive species that decimated Guam's endemic bird populations, will be brought to Hawaiʻi by the Department of Agriculture to train dogs to detect any that may make it onto Hawaiʻi-bound ships or planes. See more, below. Photo from i.imgur.com/umNYk17.jpg |
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| Brown tree snake. USGS photo |
Max Dible of West Hawaiʻi Today, reports the story:
Acting manager of Dept. of Ag's plant quarantine branch, Jonathan Ho, told people meeting on the subject last week that four sterile, radio transmitter-equipped male snakes will be brought into the state to train a selection of terriers to detect the snakes, which could enter Hawaiʻi via ship or plane.
Ho told West Hawaiʻi Today the reason for bringing in the specific species of snake is trouble in Guam , where the brown tree snake became established and "nearly wiped out the island's bird species." Ho told Dible the terriers will generalize, so the training will be effective for any species of snake.
The last time a snake was detected in Hawaiʻi was 1998. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services runs a program that checks vessels when leaving the mainland, and the state conducts more inspections on arrival. The program started in the 1990s, was discontinued in 2009, and was reinstated by Dept. of Ag in 2016.
Read the West Hawaiʻi Today article.
Read the West Hawaiʻi Today article.
KAʻŪ TROJANS BOYS SOCCER had a rough game this weekend, hosting Kohala. Kaʻū scored zero points during the game, while Kohala scored 5. See more games for the rest of the year, below.
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Kaʻū High December Sports Schedule
Girls Basketball:
Dec. 15, Sat., JV host
Laupāhoehoe, 2pm
Dec. 17, Mon., host HPA, 6pm
Dec. 19, Wed., host Kohala, 6pm
Dec. 22, Sat., host JV
Christian Liberty, 2pm
Boys Basketball:
Dec. 15, Sat., host Pāhoa
Dec. 18, Tue., @Keaʻau
Dec. 22, Sat, host Parker
Dec. 27, Thu., @Kealakehe
Wrestling:
Dec. 15, Sat., @Oʻahu
Dec. 22, Sat., @Oʻahu
Soccer:
Dec., 11, Tue., @Kamehameha
Dec., 13, Thu., Girls host Makualani
Dec. 19, Wed., host HPA
Dec. 22, Sat., host Waiakea
Dec. 29, Sat., @Konawaena
Swimming:
Dec. 29, Sat., @Kamehameha, 10am
Dec. 15, Sat., JV host
Laupāhoehoe, 2pm
Dec. 17, Mon., host HPA, 6pm
Dec. 19, Wed., host Kohala, 6pm
Dec. 22, Sat., host JV
Christian Liberty, 2pm
Boys Basketball:
Dec. 15, Sat., host Pāhoa
Dec. 18, Tue., @Keaʻau
Dec. 22, Sat, host Parker
Dec. 27, Thu., @Kealakehe
Wrestling:
Dec. 15, Sat., @Oʻahu
Dec. 22, Sat., @Oʻahu
Soccer:
Dec., 11, Tue., @Kamehameha
Dec., 13, Thu., Girls host Makualani
Dec. 19, Wed., host HPA
Dec. 22, Sat., host Waiakea
Dec. 29, Sat., @Konawaena
Swimming:
Dec. 29, Sat., @Kamehameha, 10am
NEW and UPCOMING
KAʻŪ HIGH AND PĀHALA ELEMENTARY'S HAWAIIAN WINTER CONCERT happens Friday, Dec. 14. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. , the concert begins at 6 p.m. , at Kaʻū District Gym.
An announcement from the school says, "Please join us and bring your ʻohana to Kaʻū High & Pāhala Elementary's Hawaiian Winter Concert. Enjoy student performances, live music, maybe a special quest, and help us spread the holiday cheer!"
Need info? Have questions? Contact PCNC, Jennifer Makuakane at 313-4104 or jennifer_makuakane@notes.k12.hi.us.
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| Kaʻū Coffee broker and Kaʻū Coffee Festival organizer Chirs Manfredi carries members of Kaʻū Coffee Growers Cooperative in his classic truck during Sunday's Pāhala Christmas Parade. Photo by Julia Neal |
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11
AdvoCATS, Tue., Dec. 11,7-5pm , Ocean View Community Center
AdvoCATS, Tue., Dec. 11,
The Fascination Method w/Anthony Chrisco, Tue., Dec. 11,
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| Some characters get to ride, in the Pāhala Christmas Parade on Sunday. Photo by Julia Neal |
After Dark in the Park, He Inoa No Hi‘iakaikapoliopele, Tue., Dec. 11,
Huewai Demonstration - ‘Ike Hana No‘eau, Experience the Skillful Work, Wed., Dec. 12, 10-2pm , Kīlauea Visitor Center Volcanoes National Park
Compassionate Communication Group, Wed., Dec. 12 and 26,
Santa's Workshop, Wed., Dec. 12,
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 13
Story Time with Auntie Linda from Tūtū & Me, Thu., Dec. 13, 10:30 -noon , Nā‘ālehu Public Library. 929-8571
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14
Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund Coastal Clean-Up with Konawaena Middle School Recycling Club, Fri., Dec. 14. Contact for meet up details. BYO-4WD welcome; no seats available. Free; donations appreciated. RSVP to kahakai.cleanups@gmail.com or call 769-7629 for more.
Arts & Crafts Activity:
Christmas Coloring Contest Entry Deadline, Fri., Dec. 14, by
Christmas Feast and Candlelight Service, Fri. Dec. 14, Nā‘ālehu Hongwanji. Registration at
Kīlauea Drama & Entertainment Network's A Gilbert & Sullivan Christmas Carol, Dec. 14-23, Thu., Fri., Sat., 7:30pm, Sun., 2:30pm, Kīlauea Military Camp Theater inside Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. $20/person - cash or check, available at door. KMC open to all authorized patrons and sponsored guests. Park entrance fees apply. KDEN, 982-7344
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15
Stewardship at the Summit, Sat., Dec. 15 and 22. Meet Paul and Jane Field at 8:45am in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park at Kīlauea Visitor Center. Volunteers help remove invasive, non-native plants species that prevent native plants from growing. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and long pants. Bring hat, rain gear, day pack, snacks, and water. Gloves and tools provided. Parental/guardian accompaniment or written consent required. Free; however, park entrance fees apply. No advance registration required. nps.gov/havo
Realms and Divisions, Sat., Dec. 15,
Ocean View C.E.R.T. Meeting, Sat., Dec. 15,
Santa's Coming to Town, Sat., Dec. 15,
Zentangle: Inspired Art Pop-Up Exhibit & Reception, Sat., Dec. 15,
Nā Mea Hula - Kumu Kaho‘okele Crabbe w/Hālauolaokalani, Sat., Dec. 15,
Waiho‘olu‘u Ola Indigo Dyeing Workshop, Sat., Dec. 15,
Potluck and Parade of Lights & Sounds, Sat., Dec. 15, potluck at
Holidays @ Kahuku, Sun., Dec.16,
ONGOING
Substitute School Health Assistant Positions are available. Qualifications: CPR and First Aid certifications, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Training begins in 2019. Contact Kristy Loo for more at look@hkkk.k12.hi.us.
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Christmas in the Country and 19th Annual Invitational Wreath Exhibition are open at Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘iVolcanoes National Park, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Christmas in the Country runs thro ugh Wednesday, Dec. 26. Enjoy an abundance of art and aloha as VAC creates a merry scene of an old-fashioned Christmas inside its 1877 historic building. In addition to artwork, find unique holiday offerings of island-inspired gifts, ornaments, and decorations made by Hawai‘i Island artists, including VAC exclusives.
The Wreath Exhibition is available through Tuesday, Jan. 1. The exhibition presents one-of-a-kind wreaths in a variety of imaginative media, techniques, and styles, from the whimsical to the traditional, with this year's theme of Home for the Holidays - inspired by the four month closure of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
Admission is free; Park entrance fees apply. For more, call 967-8222, or visit volcanoartcenter.org.
Christmas in the Country and 19th Annual Invitational Wreath Exhibition are open at Volcano Art Center Gallery in Hawai‘i
The Wreath Exhibition is availabl
Admission is free; Park entrance fees apply. For more, call 967-8222, or visit volcanoartcenter.org.
Registration for P&R Boys & Girls, T-Ball/Coach Pitch Baseball League open through Jan. 16, Kahuku Park, H.OV.E. For ages 5-8. Programs run Jan. 22-Apr. 18, game and practice times tba. 929-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation
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