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| Rainbow in See details, and more events at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, below. NPS photo/Janice Wei |
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| Ranchers Dean and Tissy Kaniho said they welcome more water to Hawaiian Home Lands at South Point and also suggested using well water. Photo by Julia Neal |
One former Hawaiian Homes commissioner described South Point ranching as "cattle eating rocks," calling them "cracked seed." He said water is also needed to fight fires and for those traveling to Green Sand Beach. He and others said homesteaders have been waiting for many decades.
DHHL is planning to build a million dollar water tank along South Point Road and to replace water lines. Ranchers Dean and Tissy Kaniho said they welcomed increased access to water and suggested also drilling wells. "Don't chase the mountain. Don't chase the rain," said Dean Kaniho. He said there is one well that is partially completed that could be available for DHHL to purchase.
Kaniho said that with little water the South Point area can only grow out 1.75 head of cattle per acre. During rainy years, five cattle can be raised per acre.
Concerning a planned housing development by DHHL above SeaMountain at Punalu`u, the water would likely come from a deep well, perhaps in partnership with the owners of the SeaMountain resort, said DHHL officials.
Rancher Kyle Soares said he is concerned about future ranchers and farmers makai of Hwy 11 below Pahala receiving water should water leases by tied up by the mauka macadamia, coffee and cattle operations.
See more on the water meeting in upcoming Ka`u News Briefs, including presentations of water lease proposals from Edmund C. Olson Trust II, Wood Valley Water and Farm Cooperative, Kaʻū Mahi, and Kuahiwi Ranch. Comments on the plan are due Sept. 23. Contact andrew.h.choy@hawaii.gov.
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The plan points out that forecasts of growth will influence decisions and those decisions can change the expected outcomes. For instance, if a wastewater facility goes unbuilt because low growth is expected, but the population increases above the projected density, the environment, health, jobs, housings, and more can be impacted.
The plan states the obvious: Hawai‘i County is rural. Only 60 percent of its population is within its eight urban areas. In both urban and rural areas, population density is low. The County is expected to grow by 50 percent by the year 2040. The Draft Plan notes that visitors make up about 15 percent of the population. Seventy percent of the population growth is from immigration.
The Draft Plan also predicts that a disproportionate percentage of residents from 2025 and beyond will be seniors.
Rates of job growth are expected to match population growth, but due to the economy's reliance on lower-paying service sector jobs, median incomes are likely to remain low.
Findings of the research done for the Plan also state that roughly half of county households find housing unaffordable. Many are struggling to make ends meet, often living in overcrowded conditions. Much of the affordable housing is not located in or near job centers, so commutes are getting longer.
Hawaiʻi County Draft General Plan draws from the Community Development plans of each district. To learn more about the Kaʻū Community Development Plan, see hawaiicountycdp.info/kau-cdp. Give input, see an overview, or download the Draft General Plan at hiplanningdept.com/general-plan/general-plan-comprehensive-review.
The public is invited to give input on, Sunday, Aug. 25,9 a.m. to 2 p.m , at Na`alehu Community Center
The public is invited to give input on, Sunday, Aug. 25,
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SATURDAY, AUG. 24
Give Input on the Draft General Plan for Hawaiʻi County on Sunday, Aug. 25, at Nāʻālehu Community Center from9 a.m. to 2p.m. Drop in anytime to talk with planners. Download the Draft General Plan.
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Palm Trail, Sunday, Aug. 25, 9:30-12:30pm , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderately difficult hike - 2.6-mile loop. nps.gov/havo
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WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28
Palai‘e Demonstration, Wednesday, Aug. 28, 10a.m.-noon, Kīlauea Visitor Center lānai. Make a traditional Hawaiian ball-and-loop game using natural materials. Free; park entrance fees apply. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo
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Private Guided Hike: Kīlauea Iki Crater, Thursday, Aug. 28, 10a.m.-2p.m. , Kīlauea Iki Overlook, HVNP. Organized by Friends of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Applications for Grants to Steward PONC Protected Lands on Hawaiʻi Island are open through Friday, Aug. 31. In Kaʻū, areas of theKahuku Coast Kāwā Bay ![]()
Volcano Winery's Annual Fundraising Harvest Festival Tickets are on sale at volcanowinery.com or (808) 967-7772. Proceeds benefit Volcano School 4-7p.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.
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Applications are Open for Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool in Nā‘ālehu and Wai‘ōhinu, at Kauaha‘ao Congregational Church on Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Limited space available. Pāhala Home Visits also available. Call 939-8573 for Nā‘ālehu, 929-8571 for Pāhala. pidfoundation.org
Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Volcano local photographer Jesse Tunison, daily through Sunday, 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
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THIS MORNING'S DEEP, MAGNITUDE 4.2 EARTHQUAKE did not cause any reported damage. U.S. Geological Survey's Hawaiian Volcano Observatory recorded the center of the 4:33 a.m. offshore quake about 57 km (35 mi) southeast of Pāhala, at a depth of 46 km (29 mi).
Weak shaking, with maximum Intensity of III, was reported from around the island. There were 30 "felt" reports within two hours of the quake.
Brian Shiro, HVO's Seismic Network Manager, said the quake was located 10 km (6 mi) south of the summit of Lō‘ihi seamount, but does not appear to be associated with the submarine volcano. "The earthquake was most likely due to bending of the Earth's crust under the weight of Hawai‘i Island ," he said.
Lō‘ihi is an active submarine volcano located on the seafloor south of Kīlauea Volcano, about 30 km (19 mi) off the southeast coast of the Island of Hawai‘i. The seamount is 969 m (3,180 ft) below sea level. It last erupted in 1996.
Today's earthquake had no apparent effect on Kīlauea or Mauna Loa volcanoes, states HVO, and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center
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HAWAIʻI VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK continues to share Hawaiian culture and tradition through ongoing ‘Ike Hana No‘eau demonstrations, After Dark in the Park talks, volunteer programs, and opportunities to explore the Park's Kahuku Unit. Unless otherwise noted, events are free:
Celebrating the 103rd anniversary of the National Park Service, all National Parks – Hawaiʻi Volcanoes included – offer free entry, this Sunday, Aug. 25.
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Damage from the Keauhou Fire was still apparent in March of this year. NPS /Janice Wei photo |
Wildfire Recovery and Restoration, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 7 p.m. at Kīlauea Visitor Center August 5, 2018 a wildfire ignited near Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Hawaiian Cultural Artifacts in the 21st Century, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7 p.m. at Kīlauea Visitor Center
Hoʻoponopono, Wednesday, Sept. 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kīlauea Visitor Center
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| Kanaka Tree in Concert on Wednesday, Sept. 8. Courtesy photo |
New Discoveries in Hawaiʻi Lava Tubes, Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7 p.m. , at Kīlauea Visitor Center University of Hawaiʻi island of Hawaiʻi
Kanaka Tree in Concert, Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. , Kīlauea Visitor Center
Kahuku ‘Ohana Day, Sunday, Sept. 22 from noon to 3 p.m. , Kahuku Unit of the Park. Everyone is invited to find their park and experience live music, family-friendly activities, hikes, and more.
Operatic Theater with Artist-in-Residence, Alan Olejniczak, Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. , Kīlauea Visitor Center Island . Olejniczak's operatic verses and performances usually center around human impacts on the environment, but his work during his residency in the park will incorporate active volcanoes and other natural forces beyond our control. Part of Hawai‘i Volcanoes' After Dark in the Park series.
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| Hawaiʻi Volcano's September Artist in Residence Alan Olejniczak. Courtesy photo |
Pū ʻohe Demonstration, Wednesday, Sept. 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Kīlauea Visitor Center
Fee-Free Day: National Public Lands Day, Saturday, Sept. 28, 8:45 a.m. to noon . Meet at Kīlauea Visitor Center
Stewardship at the Summit Volcanoes National Park 8:45 a.m. at Kīlauea Visitor Center
Stewardship of Kīpukapuaulu. Help remove troublesome plants at Kīpukapuaulu, home to diverse native forest and understory plants. Meet every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. in September 6, 14, 20, and 28; at Kīpukapuaulu parking lot, Mauna Loa Road , off Highway 11 in the Park. Bring clippers or pruners, sturdy gloves, a hat, and water. Wear closed-toe shoes and clothing that can get permanently stained from morning glory sap. Be prepared for cool and wet, or hot and sunny, weather. New volunteer? Contact Marilyn Nicholson for more info, nickem@hawaii.rr.com.
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Pu‘u o Lokuana Trail at Kahuku. NPS/Janice Wei photo |
A Walk into the Past with Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar. Meet at Kīlauea Visitor Center 10 a.m. , noon , and 2 p.m. Each performance is about an hour. Walk back to 1912, and meet the founder of the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, Dr. Thomas A. Jaggar, at the edge of Kīlauea Volcano. Dressed in period costume, Ka‘ū actor-director Dick Hershberger brings the renowned geologist to life. Dr. Jaggar leads a tour of his tiny lab located below Volcano House, showing original seismograph equipment and other early instruments. Learn what motivated Dr. Jaggar to dedicate his life to the study of Hawaiian volcanoes and how his work helps save lives today. Space is limited; pick up free ticket at Kīlauea Visitor Center Kīlauea Drama Entertainment Network.
Explore Kahuku. Kahuku Unit is open Wednesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free. Take a self-guided hike, or join rangers on Sundays in April for a two-hour guided trek at 9:30 a.m. ; the trail will vary depending on visitor interest. Enter the Kahuku Unit of Hawai‘i VolcanoesNational Park
See updates on the Park's online calendar of events, and look for program flyers posted after 9:30 a.m. on the bulletin board at Kīlauea Visitor Center
Park programs are free, but entrance fees apply. Some programs are co-sponsored by Friends of Hawai‘iVolcanoes National Park
Park programs are free, but entrance fees apply. Some programs are co-sponsored by Friends of Hawai‘i
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See public Kaʻū events, meetings, entertainment. 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 September
See khpes.org/athletics-home for details and updates
Football, Division II:
Sat., Aug. 24, 1 p.m. , Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha
Sat., Sept. 7, 2 p.m. , HPA hosts Kaʻū
Sat., Sept. 14, 11 a.m. , Kaʻū hosts Kohala
Thu., Sept. 19, 7 p.m. , Pāhoa hosts Kaʻū
Girls Volleyball, Kaʻū District Gym:
Wed., Aug. 28, 6 p.m. , Kaʻū hosts Kohala
Wed., Sept. 4, 6 p.m. , Christian Liberty hosts Kaʻū
Fri., Sept. 6, 6 p.m. , Kaʻū hosts Kamehameha
Tue., Sept. 10, 6 p.m. , Kaʻū hosts Kealakeha
Fri., Sept. 13, 6 p.m. , Honokaʻa hosts Kaʻū
Tue., Sept. 17, 6 p.m. , Waiakea hosts Kaʻū
Thu., Sept. 19, 6 p.m. , Keaʻau hosts Kaʻū
Tue., Sept. 24, 6 p.m. , Makualani hosts Kaʻū
Fri., Sept. 27, 6 p.m. , Kaʻū hosts HPA
Cross Country:
Sat., Aug. 31, 10 a.m. , @Christian Liberty
Sat., Sept. 7, 10 a.m. , @Kamehameha
Fri., Sept. 13, 3:30 p.m. , @HPA
Sat., Sept. 21, 10 a.m. , @Kealakehe
Sat., Sept. 28, 10 a.m. , @Keaʻau
UPCOMING
THURSDAY, AUG. 22
Registration Open: Handprint Trees, Thursday, Aug. 22-Sept. 3, Ka‘ū District Gym multipurpose room. Program for grades K-8 takes place Wednesday, Sept. 4, 3:30-5p.m. Free. 928-3102, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation
Ka‘ū Community Children's Council, Thursday, Aug. 22, 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
Free Spay and Neuter Clinic for Dogs Saturday, Aug. 24, Ocean View. 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.
Pickleball at KMC, Saturday, Aug. 24, and Sunday, Aug. 25, Kīlauea Military Camp Tennis
Kapapala Ranch Tour by Volcano Community Foundation, Saturday, Aug. 24, time TBA, Volcano Art Center Peter Lee Road that runs between Pāhala and Volcano, built in 1988. See Volcano Art Center
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Realms and Divisions, Sat., Aug. 24, 9:30-11:30am , Kahuku Unit, HVNP. Free, moderately difficult, two-mile, hike. Bring snack. nps.gov/havo
Dances of Universal Peace, Saturday, Aug. 24, 6-7:30p.m., Methodist Church hall, across from Nā‘ālehu post office. Fun, easy to learn dances from many traditions evoking peace. Donations welcome. No registration necessary. 939-9461
SUNDAY, AUG. 25
Free Entry to all National Parks - NP Service 103rd Anniversary, Sunday, Aug. 25. 985-6101, nps.gov/havo
Give Input on the Draft General Plan for Hawaiʻi County on Sunday, Aug. 25, at Nāʻālehu Community Center from
A Taste of Tea & Pottery 2019, Sunday, Aug. 25, noon-4p.m., Volcano Art Center
Ka‘ū Homeschool Co–op Group, Monday, Aug. 26, 1p.m. , contact for location. Parent-led homeschool activity and social group, building community in Ka‘ū. Laura Roberts, 406-249-3351
TUESDAY, AUG. 27
Registration Open: Door Knob Hangers, Tuesday, Aug. 27-Sept. 6, Kahuku Park Hawaiian Ocean 12:45-3:30p.m. Free. 939-9113, hawaiicounty.gov/pr-recreation
H.O.V.E. Road Maintenance Corp. Board Mtg., Tuesday, Aug. 27, 10a.m., H.O.V.E. RMC office, 92-8979 Lehua Lane, Ocean View. 929-9910, hoveroad.com
Ka‘ū Food Pantry, Tuesday, Aug. 27, 11:30a.m.-1p.m. , St. Jude's Episcopal Church in Ocean View. Volunteers welcome. Dave Breskin, 319-8333
Kōkua Kūpuna Project, Wednesday, Aug. 28 – 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. 29
Volcano Friends Feeding Friends, Thursday, Aug. 29, 4-6p.m. , Cooper Center Volcano Village
ONGOING
Talk Action, Take Action Surveys Deadline is Saturday, Aug. 31. The surveys ask for information regarding 2018's Kīlauea eruption recovery. Hawaiʻi County residents are encouraged to take the surveys at recovery.hawaiicounty.gov/connect/impact-status-survey-suite. Hard copies of the surveys can also be picked up at Council member offices, the Department of Research & Development, and the Planning Department. Unless one chooses to be contacted individually, the information from the surveys will be anonymous.
Applications for Grants to Steward PONC Protected Lands on Hawaiʻi Island are open through Friday, Aug. 31. In Kaʻū, areas of the
Applications are available at records.hawaiicounty.gov/weblink/1/edoc/95324/2018-19%20PONC%20Stewardship%20Grant%20Request.pdf. Information and applications are also available at the P&R office, Aupuni Center 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 6 , Hilo 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 31, 2018 . Questions? Contact Reid Sewake at 961-8311.
Exhibit - Nani Ka ‘Ikena by Volcano local photographer Jesse Tunison, daily through Sunday, 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.org, kaucoffeemill.com
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