Letter: GOP must chart return to conservative roots
The election is over and peaceful transfer of power is in sight. Now is the time to reclaim normalcy and sanity in American politics. Read more
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Letter: Misguided voters drag country into uncertainty
It is a sad state of affairs. The number of misguided people who elected Donald Trump is ridiculous. To read that the southern border and the economy are the issues most responsible for the Democrats’ loss shows how ignorant the majority of the electorate are. Read more
Letter: Hanabusa’s grasp on power like ‘Squid Games’
Besides myself, does anyone else think columnist David Shapiro is a spot-on guy? On Nov. 3, Shapiro commented on Colleen Hanabusa (“Instead of losing a job, Hanabusa gains another,” Star-Advertiser, Volcanic Ash). Read more
Letter: Leave precious reefs closed to aquarium trade
Recently, Hawaii Pacific University’s Oceanic Institute released aquacultured lauipala (yellow tang) in Waimanalo, highlighting the important role these herbivores play in reef health and the significant decline in their populations due to massive extraction by Hawaii’s aquarium pet trade. Read more
Letter: Reclaim Armistice Day spirit with peace in Gaza
With Veterans Day just passed, we would do well to remember its origin, the end of World War I on Nov. 11, 1918. Read more
Off the news: McKinley plaque contextualizes annexation
It’s an ongoing teachable moment: On Monday, a new plaque fronting the namesake statue at President William McKinley High School was unveiled, to address misrepresentation and provide important context of Hawaii’s annexation history. Read more
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Editorial: Help MA‘O thrive in Makaha Valley
A gift of 249 acres in Makaha Valley from The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation to MA‘O Organic Farms promises to open up additional opportunities and college assistance for young people interested in agriculture, while also adding to Oahu’s severely limited supply of affordable housing stock. Read more
Off the news: Veterans urged to give back to community
Give back. That’s a welcome message for veterans and all members of our communities. Read more
Column: An anti-Goldilocks zone for Hawaii homeless
In many ways, 83-year-old “David” is symbolic of the hundreds of mentally ill people living in our streets. Read more
On the Move: Tracy Hart and Mary Lester
Vivia by Ho‘okele Home Care has promoted Tracy Hart to vice president of client navigation and Mary Lester to vice president of operations. Read more
3 killed in 2 separate weekend crashes on Hawaii island
The first crash, a two-vehicle wreck, killed a man and a woman early Saturday morning near the 24-mile marker of Highway 11 in Volcano. Read more
Chaminade guard Last earns PacWest basketball honors
Chaminade guard Jackson Last was named this season’s first PacWest Men’s Basketball Player of the Week following a stellar performance last week as the Silverswords started 2-0. Read more
Radford cheerleader Saxoni Frank has overcome adversity in his journey
All-American in a uniquely classic way, he is. Saxoni Frank is, arguably, the most athletic tumbler in high school competitive cheer, with the 3.87 grade-point average and a commitment to join the team at Purdue. Read more
Prep football Top 10: Ground-and-pound pushes Kahuku to No. 1 as states begin
In the end, it was defense and ground-and-pound football that gave Big Red the edge. Read more
Alameda names managing director, deputy managing director
Hawaii island Mayor-elect Kimo Alameda has selected Bill Brilhante as managing director and Merrick Nishimoto as deputy managing director. Read more
Letter: Gaza war illustrates dire need for peace reform
My presumption is that the war between Hamas and Israel should have a moral compass that questions the very nature of humanity, to defeat the real enemy and bury the dead fantasy of power and control. Read more
Letter: Major hurricane would wreak havoc on traffic
It’s time to listen to the retired teacher. We have all been very lucky for many years regarding weather and hurricanes approaching and hitting the Hawaiian Islands. Read more
Letter: Build prison, housing at old Aloha Stadium site
In response to the recent letter, “No new stadium for UH’s DII-quality football team,” (Star-Advertiser, Oct. 26), I too am a University of Hawaii alumna. Read more
Letter: Safety gear a must for kayakers and boaters
Mahalo to the many searchers whose efforts resulted in the safe return of missing sea kayaker Kahiau Kawai, who was found after more than 11 hours in the water. Read more
Letter: Use precious Maui water for residents, ecosystem
I was shocked when Gov. Josh Green said last year that the state “tipped too far” toward water rights for nature and natives. Read more
Psychic to the stars would retire, if his clients would let him
Frank Andrews wants people to know something about being a psychic: It is exhausting. Picking up random energy, being visited by unexpected phantasmas, listening to the troubles of the very much alive. It’s emotionally draining, especially if you’ve been doing the job for nearly 60 years. Read more
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