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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.
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 acrossHawai ʻi .
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 |
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
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 Hawai ʻi' 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."
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| 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.
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 |
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.
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| Using light to verify the structure is straight. Photo from HPM |
"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."
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| HPM is offering affordable, moveable, modular housing to Hawaiʻi Island. Photo from HPM |
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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, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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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| Sen. Mazie Hirono |
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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.
Case said the Caucus will serve as a resource in educating on the importance of the Pacific Islands United States ' commitment to the Indo-Pacific, specifically to the Pacific Islands
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| Rep. Ed Case. Photo from KITV |
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 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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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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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
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THURSDAY, AUG. 1
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Women's Expression Group, Thursday, Aug. 1 – 1st Thursday monthly – 3-4:30p.m. , PARENTS Inc., Nā‘ālehu. Women welcome to drop in. Free. Lindsey Miller, 333-3460, lindsey@hawaiiparents.org
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Keiki Science Class, Saturday, Aug. 3 – 1st Saturday, monthly – 11a.m. -noon , 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
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MONDAY, AUG. 5
ONGOING
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Talk Action, Take Action: surveys available through Aug. 4, recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. The surveys focus on different areas of recovery after the 2018 Kīlauea eruption: households, businesses, and community.
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
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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.org, kaucoffeemill.com
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival tickets go on sale Aug. 1 at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. 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.
Mayor Kim & Ocean View Neighborhood Watch Mtg., Thursday, Aug. 1, 6-7p.m., Ocean View Community Center. 939-7033, ovcahi.org
Registration Open: Sunflower Craft, through Monday, Aug. 5, Kahuku Park Hawaiian Ocean 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, 3:30-5p.m. Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation
FRIDAY, AUG. 2
Stewardship at the Summit, Aug. 2, 10, 16, 24, and 28, 8:45a.m. -noon , Kīlauea Visitor Center
SATURDAY, AUG. 3
Edible Landscaping for Backyards and Beyond with Zach Mermel of Ola Design Group, Saturday, Aug. 3, 9a.m.-2:30p.m. , Volcano Art Center
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
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
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.
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
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