Rearview Mirror: Annual awards bestowed for contributions to Hawaii
Last week I presented the first of my 2023 Rearview Mirror Annual Awards. They honor those who made, preserved or shared Hawaii history. Read more
Rearview Mirror
Columnist Bob Sigall writes the weekly column “Rearview Mirror,” which takes a look back at historic Hawaii through stories, interviews and photos.
Rearview Mirror: Things I enjoyed learning this year, Part 2
Last week I looked back at the more interesting stories I covered in 2023. Read more
Rearview Mirror: My annual column of things I learned in 2023
Every year at this time, I look back on the previous 12 months and review what I learned about Hawaii people, places and organizations in a two-part series. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Former Outrigger CEO recalls Pearl Harbor attack at age 7
I often look for a story about World War II for the first week in December to honor those who fought and died for our freedom. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Hawaii institutions mark key anniversaries in 2023
I think it’s important to take notice and congratulate the companies, schools and nonprofit organizations that have managed to stick around and continue to serve the community for 50 or more years. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter had Hawaii connections
Former first lady Rosalynn Carter died Saturday at the age of 96. Her husband, former President Jimmy Carter, just celebrated his 99th birthday on Oct. 1. A couple of local Hawaii residents told me they had met the Carters. Read more
Rearview Mirror: The top 12 most fondly remembered Oahu restaurants
What are the most fondly Oahu remembered restaurants that are, sadly, no longer with us? I asked readers to vote for their top 10. Over 150 of you did. Read more
Rearview Mirror: The 25 most-fondly remembered Oahu restaurants, Part 1
I often write about restaurants that shined brightly in our island skies, but, sadly, are no longer with us. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Readers share some restaurants to remember
I was thinking this week, what are the most memorable Oahu restaurants from our past? These would be eateries that are now gone forever, but they once held you in some sort of embrace. You went there over and over again. The staff knew you. Read more
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Rearview Mirror: The Beatles and a local man, and other stories
While this column often focuses on one story, sometimes I find myself with several short stories that are unrelated, that I think readers will enjoy. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Retail giant Gem had lasting impact on Hawaii
Glenn Kaya and GEM had a huge impact on business in the islands. They pioneered discounting, membership stores and being open seven days a week. Read more
Review Mirror: Totem poles once graced grounds of the Maui Lu Resort at Kihei
Two weeks ago, I wrote about the new Kalama Harbor Lodge in Washington and that it was inspired by the design of the Pioneer Inn on Maui. Read more
Rearview Mirror: From Lahaina to Washington with aloha
I love finding stories that connect dots that are seemingly unrelated. This week’s column begins with the Pioneer Inn, which tragically burned down in Lahaina last month. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Tales from Hurricanes Iwa and Iniki warn us to keep prepared
Two of the worst hurricanes to hit Hawaii in recent times have come in September and November. Their names were Iniki and Iwa. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Al Michaels, Chuck Leahey — tales from 2 sportscasters
Three months ago I wrote about Al Michaels, the great sportscaster whose early professional years were in Hawaii. When he moved here in 1968, he often worked with Chuck Leahey, who founded a three-generation broadcasting legacy with son Jim and grandson Kanoa. Read more
Rearview Mirror: 24 facts that will change the way you see Hawaii
In 1875, King David Kalakaua traveled to Washington, D.C., on a mission to convince the United States to lower or eliminate taxes on products to and from Hawaii, specifically sugar. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Poking around the 1980s archives
Readers often tell me something that sends me back in time, rummaging around the archives for confirmation of one sort or another. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Restaurateur went from Trump Cafe to Golden Duck
Before we even begin, I have to say that today’s topic has nothing to do with a politician who just happens to have the same name. You’ve probably heard of him … he’s frequently in the news …he was president of the United States. Yes, him. Today’s article is not about him. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Oppenheimer film stirs up memories of Atomic Age
The film “Oppenheimer” has reminded several islanders about the atomic tests that were visible in Hawaii skies in the 1950s and 1960s. The tests were high in the atmosphere and, despite the distance, visible from Hawaii. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Son shares stories of Columbia Inn legend
In July I wrote about Tosh Kaneshiro, owner of the Columbia Inn on Kapiolani Boulevard near South Street. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Pitcher and blond bombshell left an impact on the islands
I had lunch with Gene Kaneshiro last week. He showed me a photo of the Columbia Inn Roundtable All-Star baseball team from the early 1970s. Read more
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