The Superferry files for bankruptcy

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When we heard things were being auctioned off from the Superferry, we knew bankruptcy wouldn’t be far behind.  People certainly had strong opinions for or against it and if the proper studies had been done prior to just launching it perhaps things wouldn’t have ended this way.  For more on this story, click here.

Hana Highway temporarily closed

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There’s been another mudslide on the Hana Highway near mile marker 21 by Puakaa Park.  There’s currently no ETA as to when it will be re-opened but if it’s like the last one, it was opened later the same day.  This is the 2nd landslide in the same area over the past month. 

For those who plan to use the Hana Highway in the upcoming months, PLEASE exercise caution between mile markers 20-23 where this land now seems to be a little more unstable.  Be very aware of your surroundings and no lollygagging.  This is not to say speed above the 15 mph speed limit either but there’s plenty of other scenery to see on the highway.  If you should see a mudslide while on the highway and by some miracle are able to get decent cell coverage, call the Maui County Police Department at  808-244-6340.

Hawaii Earth Day events

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I’m sure more events will pop up in the local papers but if you’re on island today, here are some of the things going on to help celebrate Earth Day!

UH Earth Day 2009 Sustainability Fest

Earth Day at UH Manoa, Honolulu April 22, 2009 Open-air Marketplace 11-6pm with art and plant sales, technology demonstrations, educational booths, food and more. Concert 6-9pm, with John Cruz, Pressure Drop and more.

Kona Earth Day Festival 2009

Oddly enough there are no event on the actual Earth Day!  But click above and you’ll get a list of events to celebrate mother Earth over the next month.  Here’s the official description:  The Kona Earth Festival invites you to join us in our annual community celebration of the land and sea! With A MONTH & A HALF of activities, there is something for everyone. The Kona Earth Festival is a celebration of our natural environment and our related community ethics and practices in support of the `aina. It is an opportunity for citizens to get educated and improve our skills for ethical stewardship of the land and the sea.

Hawaii Community College (Hilo) Earth Day Fair

This one is on the 24th.  Lots of great exhibitors, entertainment, speakers and such.  The description is pretty lengthy so I’ll refer you to the website for you to peruse at your leisure!

Want an Earth Day freebie?  Print your rebate form to try a free roll of Reynolds Recycled Aluminum Foil.  (While supplies last.  See website for details)

This is why I love Kauai

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Kauai has long been our favorite island since we went on our honeymoon in the mid-nineties.  When people ask why, it would be easy to cop out and say it’s beauty, the movies filmed there or a list of other tangible things.  But it’s the recent donation of time and equipment to bring back access to a popular state park that captures what we really love about Kauai in what is one of the most tangible displays of aloha spirit that I’ve seen in some time. 

Polihale State Park has been closed since December due to a bridge that washed out in heavy rains and the DLNR has said they had no money to fix it.  So people stepped up and did what the state couldn’t.  The closure has been hurting the local economy and the locals had enough just sitting back and waiting for something to be done.  This amazing act of aloha should show state legislature that the community depends on these parks not just for the economy but for the purpose they were created…recreation.  This is why the Recreation Renaissance bill needs to pass which would grant $240 million toward the improvements of Hawaii’s parks.  Mahalo to all of the volunteers who are helping with this project!

For more in depth coverage of this story, go here.

Bounty Hunter Tim Chapman acquitted

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The ‘Dog the Bounty Hunter’ sidekick was found not guilty of indecent exposure yesterday.  The judge said that there was no proof that Chapman intentionally exposed himself.  The prosecutor said by him fleeing the scene it made him look guilty but Chapman claimed it was incurring the wrath of Beth Chapman that caused him to flee.  She’d just warned everyone two days prior about not bringing any more negative publicity.  (This was at the height of Dog’s own negative publicity for racist remarks he made during a private conversation to his son.)  Tim Chapman (no relation to Dog) said he fought the charge because a conviction would’ve made it harder to fight for custody of his kids.  He was served with divorce papers by his wife Davina the day his trial began.

**Please note this blog is not affiliated with Dog the Bounty Hunter and crew or A&E.  Any responses directed to Tim, Dog, etc are not read by them unless they happen to read this blog.  If you want a better chance of your voice being heard by one of them, go to Dog’s website.**

Bounty hunter Tim Chapman in court

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Yesterday was not the best of day’s for former Dog the Bounty Hunter regular, Tim Chapman.  He began his trial for indecent exposure and terroristic threatening and was also served divorce papers by his wife Davina.  Chapman was allegedly observed by a woman…err…”pleasuring himself” last year in a parking garage and when approached by a security guard he pulled up his pants in the backseat and then drove out of there allegedly almost hitting the guard.  Chapman’s lawyer maintains Tim was simply changing his clothes when he spilled orange juice on himself.

Tune in to history today

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Millions all over the world will be tuning in to watch history as Hawaii-born Barack Obama is sworn into office.  Regardless of who you voted for you should try to tune in for this moment in history.  Check local listings for schedules and coverage.  Many sites have live streaming video of this event if you’re not home to see it or have a TV in your office.  KGMB is one local station who will be streaming live today.

Breaking News: A hui hou Uncle Boy Kana’e

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It is with great sadness that True Aloha says a hui hou to Maui’s own “Hawaiian Suppa Man” Uncle Boy Kana’e who passed away.  Those who have listened to KPOA whether on Maui or online always knew when Boy was on the air because you’d hear Bruddah Iz’s “Maui, Hawaiian Suppa Man” start up and in the middle Uncle would give his trademark jovial laugh.  There was nothing more soothing than listening to him speak, he had a comforting tone and made pidgin sound like a melodic song.   I will miss him beyond words because although I never met him personally, I, as many of his listeners I’m sure will agree, felt like his was my uncle.  We know he’s in a good place and it’s evident by his faith.  The following is his bio from the KPOA website:

Aloha, My name is Henry KML Kana’e a.k.a. Uncle Boy the Maui Hawaiian Supaman of KPOA 93.5. Born and raised on the island of Maui in a family of six brothers.  I am also the cultural advisor for Maui Fest Hawaii in which we create film festivals throughout the county of Maui and an Associate Pastor with Harvest Chapel, Church of God. I joined KPOA in 1994 when we were known as the Lahaina Broadcasting Company based in Lahaina.  There I learned about the music of Hawaii and how to share the Aloha to our listeners.  Eventually, our ohana grew and we relocated to the central part of Maui and became known as The Pacific Radio Group.  In my 12 years with Pacific Radio Group, I have found that being a DJ has a great responsibility to the community in that we are their connection to the world and what we say and do makes a difference to those listening to us.  My experiences here at KPOA has created some my most memorable moments which includes working with the Morning Goddess and mentoring many of our younger DJ’s and participating on many occasions in our community events.  So keep listening to KPOA 93.5 and on the world wide Internet on KPOA.COM and remember, “If nothing ever goes right, take it to the left, left is where your heart is, and your heart is love, and Love is God and God will set your free.”  Aloha

Aloha and A Hui Hou Uncle Boy.  I will never be able to hear Bruddah Iz’s Maui Hawaiian Suppa Man without thinking of you and still hearing your hearty laugh in the middle.  You touched so many and you will never be forgotten.

Congrats to president elect Barack Obama

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True Aloha would like to extend it’s congratulations to Hawaii born president elect Barack Obama and also it’s condolences that his beloved grandmother who passed in the islands a few days ago wasn’t able to celebrate with him.

Regardless of your political affiliation, we should all look ahead to the future and hope to make this country a better place.  That attitude is the cornerstone of the true meaning of aloha.

Jack Thompson…last one standing

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And then there was one.  Madame Pele’s fiery lava fingers reached out and took the structure of one of the two last residents of Royal Gardens subdivision.  Dean Schneider was able to get out in time and was notified his house was gone which only took Pele 90 minutes to reclaim.  This leaves reluctant island celeb Jack Thompson as the last man standing in the subdivision.  The lava is currently 1 mile west of Jack’s place.  Stay tuned to see how this bout with nature turns out.

Photo courtesy Honolulu Star Bulletin.

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