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Saturday, November 04, 2023

Kaʻū News Briefs Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023

Dr. Angie Miyashiro, left, with the HOSA-Future Health Professionals at Kaʻū High School after traveling to Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy on Saturday and winning invitations to state conference competition in Honolulu in January.  
Photo from Kaʻū High School HOSA

THE HOSA FUTURE HEALTH PROFESSIONALS organization drew Kaʻū High School students to regional competition this Saturday at the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy in Hilo. The students qualified for state competition in four divisions: Medical Spelling, Medical Photography, Nutrition, and Health Career Display Presentation,  highlighting Optometry and Travel Nursing. 
    The state conference will be held in Honolulu, Jan. 29-31 at Hawai‘i Convention Center. The local HOSA chapter planning to travel there is mentored by Dr. Angie Miyashiro, a health teacher at Kaʻū High, who said, "We are putting Kaʻū on the map!" HOSA students are: Janeea Bonoan, Nyori Soriano, Alajshae Barrios, Aubrey-Ann Delos Santos Graig, Colleen Ramos, Maryland Amon, Rojelin Capueta, Tina Joel, Anastasia Kovalik and Herika Lokot
    HOSA, formerly known as Health Occupations Students of America, is an international student-led
A health education and health career class at Kaʻū High School. Photo by Julia Neal

organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education division of the Association for Career & Technical Education. HOSA's mission is to promote career opportunities in the healthcare industry and to enhance the delivery of quality healthcare to all people.
    HOSA provides leadership development, motivation, and recognition for middle school, secondary, postsecondary, adult, and collegiate students enrolled in health science education and biomedical science programs or who have an interest in pursuing careers in health professions. 
    "HOSA is 100% health care! HOSA is not a club to which a few students in school join. Rather, HOSA is a powerful instructional tool that works best when it is integrated into the HSE and health science-related curriculum and classroom," says the HOSA website. "Health Science Education instructors are committed to the development of the total person. Those who join the HSE-HOSA Partnership recognize the importance of providing students with training far beyond the basic technical skills needed for entry into the healthcare field. The rapidly changing healthcare system needs dedicated workers who, in addition to their technical skills, are people-oriented and capable of playing a leadership or followership role as a member of a healthcare team.
   "HOSA's mission is especially critical when considering the acute shortage of qualified workers for the healthcare industry."


Hula Dancers from Mexico's Bali Hai halau graced Ke Ola Pu‘uhonua in Nāʻālehu on Saturday. Photos by Brenda Iokepa Moses

Emcees Alaka'i Paleka and Makana
HO‘OKUPU HULA NO KAʻŪ GOES INTERNATIONAL FOR MAIN EVENT. The cultural exchange program of Ho‘okupu Hula No Kaʻū went to the public stage on Saturday in Nāʻālehu with hula from dancers of Hawai‘i, Japan, Mexico, the mainland and Hālau Hula O Leionālani of Pāhala.
    Held on the grounds of Ke Ola Pu‘uhonua, the event produced by Kumu Debbie Ryder featured the voices of emcees Alaka'i Paleka and Kaʻū's own Makana, plus numerous cultural demonstrations, music and dance. See photos below and more in Sunday's Kaʻū News Briefs.

A RED FLAG WARNING WAS ISSUED FOR KAʻŪ AND THE WESTSIDE OF THE ISLAND by the National Weather Service at 5 p.m. Saturday, due to expected windy conditions and wildfire threats. One of the restrictions issued by Civil Defense is no parking of vehicles on dry grass following travel.
    The following emergency measures go into effect at midnight and run through Tuesday at 6 a.m., as issued by County of Hawai‘i Civil Defense:
Potential Camping Permit Cancellation: All camping permits for Sunday and Monday within the affected Beach Parks have the potential to be canceled. These are Punalu‘u Beach Park, Whittington Beach Park, Ho‘okena Beach Park, Kohanaiki Beach Park, Spencer Beach Park and Mahukona Beach Park. "Campers will be notified promptly if conditions are conducive to cancellation," says the County statement.
Hālau Hula O Leionālani joined international dance troupes at Ke Ola Pu‘uhonua.
 Prohibition of Outdoor Burning: All outdoor burning will be strictly prohibited from Kaʻū through North Kohala from 12 a.m. on Sunday through 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
Prohibition of Outdoor Open Flame Activities: Outdoor activities involving open flames, such as outdoor cooking, welding, and grinding metal, will be prohibited from 12 a.m. on Sunday, through 6 a.m. on Tuesday.
Vehicle Parking Prohibition: Parking vehicles on dry grass after travel is prohibited prohibited from 12 a.m. on Sunday through 6 a.m. on Tuesday.
Kaneohe halau of Ho‘omaika‘i Hula Studio led by Kumu Shona Lam Ho (left) joined the cultural festival in Nāʻālehu on Saturday.
 
Property Fire Safety Measures: Property owners are urged to secure outdoor items and implement necessary fire safety precautions on their premises.
    County of Hawai‘i Parks & Recreation is authorized to adjust the opening and closing of County Parks  to camping and other use permits if warranted.
Young ladies of Halau Hula O Leionalani
   Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth and Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno issued a statement saying the County's Emergency Operation Center will be activated throughout the duration of the event.
The Red Flag Warning covers all leeward areas of Hawaiʻi Island, from Kaʻū up the west side of the island to North Kohala, as well as the interior communities along the way.
"Conditions in these areas will lead to drier weather, significantly affecting Hawaiʻi Island on Sunday and Monday," says the County statement.
A Red Flag Warning is issued when the combination of dry vegetation and weather conditions creates an extremely high fire risk. "These conditions are conducive to the rapid spread of wildfires, creating difficulties for containment."
The Mayor said, "We're asking our residents to protect each other by being cautious and remaining mindful in their actions. We've seen these conditions lead to multiple fires along our leeward coast in the past, and we want to ensure we do all we can to prevent them to the best of our ability. These fires can potentially put our firefighters and communities at large in harm's way. By remaining mindful and refraining from potentially risky behaviors, we can significantly reduce the chances of large brushfires this time around."
Residents are also encouraged to visit the Hawaii Wildfire Management Organization's official website at https://www.hawaiiwildfire.org/home for valuable information on wildfire prevention and safety measures.
The statement says, "The County of Hawaiʻi assures residents that any updates or changes in conditions will be promptly communicated. Safety remains the top priority, and the cooperation of all residents is crucial to mitigate the risks posed by the prevailing fire weather conditions."
 

SIGN UP FOR PĀHALA TOWN LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE. Committee Chair Shai Lopez-Castenada noted that the parade honors Eddie Andrade who has retired from hosting the renowned Pāhala Christmas Parade with his family for more than 40 years. 

    The new parade will be in the evening on Saturday, Dec. 9, starting at 6 p.m., followed by picture taking with Santa and his Buddies, some arts and crafts and light refreshments until 8:30 p.m. at Pāhala  Community Center. It is co-hosted by County Department of Parks & Recreation.
    "We are calling all businesses, farmers, agencies, clubs and individuals to join in the parade, said Lopez-Castenada. 
    Parade participants will be entered in a drawing for a Two Guest Deluxe Snorkel & Dolphin Watch, sponsored by Body Glove in Kailua-Kona. 
    Those who would like to enter the parade can call Shai Lopez-Castaneda at (808)345-0649 or email him at pahalalightedchristmasparade@gmail.com.





 











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Friday, November 03, 2023

Kaʻū News Briefs Friday, Nov. 3, 2023

Helicopter pilot David Okita flies many missions over Kaʻū related to conservation, land use and firefighting.
Photo by Shalan Crysdale/TNC

DAVID OKITA, A HELICOPTER PILOT WELL KNOWN BY KAʻŪ RANCHERS, FARMERS, EMERGENCY SERVICE PERSONNEL AND CONSERVATIONISTS, has received the Kāko‘o ‘Āina Award for his work with The Nature Conservancy to support conservation of Hawai‘i Island's watersheds for four decades.
    "It is our sincere honor to recognize and celebrate Dave, who has been a trusted and dedicated partner to many who mālama ‘āina," said Ulalia Woodside Lee, the executive director of TNC's Hawai‘i and Palmyra Program. "Dave's deep knowledge of landscapes and ecosystems coupled with his dedication to Hawai‘i has made an immeasurable contribution to conservation."
    Having been involved in nearly every conservation project on the island of Hawai‘i during his career, Okita has flown researchers and land managers in and out of remote valleys and rainforests; piloted
Shaylan Crysdale, Hawai'i Island Program Manager for The Nature Conservancy, left, with
TNC officials and David Okita, center, center, recipient of the Kākoʻo ʻĀina Award.
Photo from TNC
surveys of ungulates and spotted invasive plants and animals in places they did not belong; delivered materials to build hundreds of miles of fences protecting endangered plants and forested watersheds; and rescued lost hikers from these isolated places. In addition, land managers have relied heavily on Okita for fighting wildfires.
    Due to the nature of his job as a helicopter pilot, Okita has been able to detect patterns across the landscape such as a decline in native canopy cover and an increase in problematic weed infestations. After axis deer were illegally introduced to Hawaiʻi Island in 2009, he piloted the response team into position to detect and remove them in the early 2010s.
David Okita on one of his many land and wildlife
conservation missions. Photo by Shaylan Crysdale
 
    Established in 2006, TNC's Kākoʻo ʻĀina Award honors groups and individuals who have provided significant and long-standing support for conservation in Hawai'i. "Kāko‘o ‘Āina" translates to "one who supports the land."                                    Previous Kāko‘o ‘Āina awards have been presented on Hawaiʻi Island in 2006 to Jack Jeffrey, in 2012 to Bill Gilmartin, and in 2015 to Kuʻulei Keakealani, Leinaʻala Keakealani Lightner, and Hannah Springer.
    The Kākoʻo ʻĀina award presentation included a koʻokoʻo, or staff, hand-carved by master Hawaiian woodworker Kunāne Wooton, and an oli, or chant, composed by TNC staff.

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A WILDFIRE SAFETY STRATEGY by Hawaiian Electric has led to actions by the utility, particularly in drought-stricken areas at elevated risk for wildfires. "With the events of Aug. 8 fresh in our minds, safety remains our top priority, and as drought conditions continue, Hawai‘i is seeing heightened risks for wildfires across the state, as we have seen this week with a fire near Mililani. We are building upon our current strategy and implementing new and expanded practices to further reduce the risk of wildfires," said Jim Alberts, senior vice president and chief operations officer of Hawaiian Electric.
    Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency recently named wildfires as the top hazard in the state as part of its statewide hazard mitigation plan. Ongoing drought conditions, dry vegetation and potential impacts to the community, cultural resources and economy were all factors that contributed to the ranking. In that
report, HiEMA noted statistically there is a 100% chance of wildfires occurring in Hawaiʻi in any given year with an average of 12 events per year.
    The statement from the utility company says, "Hawaiian Electric first began developing its Wildfire Safety Strategy in 2019 and continues to adapt it to address the elevated risks in Hawai‘i. Hawaiian Electric is focusing its efforts in areas identified by the state of Hawaiʻi as being at risk for wildfires."
    Hawaiian Electric announced a first phase of immediate actions, including:
    In the event of red flag warnings issued by the National Weather Service, which indicate a combination of warm temperatures, low humidity and strong, sustained winds, the company will deploy spotters to strategic locations in risk areas to watch for ignition.
    If a fault or disturbance is detected on a circuit, power lines in risk areas shut off automatically until crews visually confirm that it is safe to restore power. This may result in longer outages in some areas, including outages that last overnight.
    Hawaiian Electric announced that "Over time, the company will deploy more advanced sensors, cameras and other technology to reduce the likelihood of longer outages and the need for visual observation."
    The second phase includes work underway or to soon be underway to harden the grid against extreme weather events and reduce potential hazards. That includes: Expanding inspections of poles and lines, using helicopters, drones, infrared and ground inspection.
    Addressing sag and tension in lines and adding spacers to reduce the potential for sparking.
    Switching from single-strand copper, which can become brittle over time, to aluminum wire or covered conductor in some areas.
    Replacing wood poles with steel poles in some areas.
Continuing vegetation management efforts adjacent to power lines.
    Using fault current indicators, quickly identifying the location of faults.
    Installing cameras and weather sensors in critical areas.
    Hawaiian Electric also announced that it is advancing work on its $190 million grid resilience plan to harden against wildfires, hurricanes, tsunamis and flooding, and to adapt to climate change impacts. Half of this multi-year program is to be paid by the federal government with the other half matched by customers, pending approval by the Public Utilities Commission.
    The third phase will be longer term and will use a variety of tools to address continuing and emerging threats from extreme weather and climate change. Some of those tools are expected to include:
    Providing more precision in wildfire-focused weather forecasting and risk modeling;
    Undergrounding power lines in strategic at-risk areas;
    Expanding use of covered power lines, fast-acting fuses and fire-resistant poles and equipment;
    Seeking support for expanded hazard tree removal, wider rights-of-way, and rights of access for clearing vegetation that threatens equipment;
    Continuing collaboration with fire departments and emergency management agencies to refine the overall strategy;
    Seeking more federal funding for wildfire defense programs;
    Hawaiian Electric has also begun discussions with government, emergency response and community stakeholders to determine how a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) program can be designed and implemented in a way that is appropriate for each county and its ability to ensure public safety when power is shut off, potentially for multiple days.
    A PSPS would shut off power in certain areas before extreme weather events as an additional means to reduce the risk of a wildfire. Successful use of PSPS would require extensive coordination across all levels of government, first responders, essential service providers and the community because of its broad impact. Enhanced technology, weather forecasting, customer education, plans for backup for critical customers and community hubs and resources would also need to be in place for a PSPS to be safe and effective.
    "As the phases of Hawaiian Electric's Wildfire Safety Strategy are successfully executed, PSPS could become the tool of last resort, not the first option," said Hawaiian Electric.


MORE FUNDING FOR THE HAWAI‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT  TO DEAL WITH WILDFIRES is urged in a resolution from Hawai‘i County Council this week. It asks for increased capacity and funding to "proactively mitigate the potential impacts of wildfires." The resolution says that Hawai‘i Fire Department's mission encompasses preventing, mitigating, and responding to fires, as well as addressing other emergencies such as medical incidents, hazardous materials situations, and natural disasters. It notes that "Hawaiʻi has experienced an alarming increase in the number of wildfires in recent history, and these wildfires have exhibited greater size, intensity, duration, and destruction, largely attributed to changes in our climate, including prolonged periods of drought, extreme weather conditions, and accumulation of hazardous fuel sources," and that "These evolving wildfire patterns pose a significant threat to the health, safety, and well-being of our community, environment, and economy."
A range fire that threatened Pāhala years ago, as seen from Punalu‘u. Photo by Geneveve Fyvie

    The Council's resolution reports that, "Fire  seasons” have transformed into entire “fire years” where a year-round workforce is required for suppression, recovery, and planning for future wildfires. The resolution contends that  "a proactive and comprehensive strategy is essential to preventing wildfires, including investment in fire prevention measures such as creating firebreaks, conducting controlled burns, and promoting public awareness and education." It says that "in addition to fire prevention, investments must be made in firefighter training, apparatus, equipment, and facilities maintenance to ensure that HFD personnel have the necessary resources to safely and effectively combat fires and respond to emergencies and that " successful recruitment and retention of our HFD career firefighters is of paramount importance to maintain the highest level of fire protection and emergency response services for the people of our community, ensuring their continued safety and well-being."
     The resolution also brings up the volunteer firefighter program, which "complements our dedicated career firefighters during emergency situations and must operate in strict adherence to the established policies, rules, and regulations formulated by HFD to ensure a volunteer’s safety as well as effective and coordinated emergency response services."ce of the Mayor allocate funding and assist with securing grants for wildfire prevention, to support the development of comprehensive mitigation strategies such as improving forest and watershed health, and enhancing community preparedness. 
    The resolution asks the Mayor to include  "adequate funding for firefighter training, apparatus, equipment and facilities maintenance in Hawaiʻi County’s annual budgets to ensure that HFD is equipped to carry out its mission effectively." It asks for "an assessment of the volunteer fire department’s effectiveness and sustainability be completed, with a subsequent recommendation regarding the program’s feasibility and future."
     The resolution was sent to the County's Mayor, Managing Director, Director of Department of Finance, Chief of Hawaiʻi Fire Department, Director of Department of Research & Development, members of the Hawaiʻi County Fire Commission, and President of the Hawaiʻi Fire Fighters Association.

THESE APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR AG EDUCATION AND AG START UP LOANS:
    USDA Farm to School Grant Program. USDA Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grant Program is designed to help implement farm-to-school programming to increase access to local food in eligible schools, connect children with agriculture for improved health, and inspire youth to consider careers in agriculture. For more information and to apply, visit the program's website. Applications are due by Friday, Jan. 12, 2024.

    UH AgConnect program internships and apprenticeships. University of Hawaiʻi AgConnect program matches Hawaiʻi ag producers with skilled ag technicians to grow their existing businesses. This 16-week program is a Hawaiʻi Community College non-credit course where interns are matched with hosts to work side by side, complete a two-year business plan together, and have conversations about their goals and visions for agriculture in Hawaiʻi. For more information and to apply, visit their website.

    Office of Hawaiian Affairs introduces the new Mahi ʻAi Agricultural Loan Program through its Native Hawaiian Revolving Loan Fund to support Native Hawaiian farmers on Hawaiʻi Island and across Hawaiʻi. In addition to low interest rates, new borrowers have the option of deferring their loan payments for the first six months without incurring additional interest. For more information on the Mahi ʻAi Agricultural Loan Program, visit the website, email NHRLF@ohaloanfund.org, or call the OHA office in East Hawaiʻi (Hilo) at (808) 933-3106 or West Hawaiʻi (Kona) at (808) 327-9525.

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AN OCEAN VIEW MAN WANTED FOR KIDNAPPING is sought by police. He is also wanted for third-degree assault, first-degree terroristic threatening, and third-degree theft. His name is Lee Todd Mallon and he is described as Caucasian, 5 feet 9 inches tall, 165 pounds, with long brown hair and brown eyes.
Police are looking for Lee Todd
Mallon of Ocean View. HPD photo
    
    Known to frequent the Kona and Ka‘ū areas, Mallon is considered armed and dangerous, and police urge members of the public to use caution and not attempt to contact Mallon.
    Police would like to remind the public that anyone who hinders the apprehension of a wanted person by providing money, transportation, weapons, disguise, or other means of avoiding discovery, apprehension, prosecution, or conviction, may be subject to the offense of hindering prosecution. First-degree hindering prosecution is a class C felony, and second-degree hindering prosecution is a misdemeanor.
    Anyone with information on Mallon’s whereabouts is asked to contact 911 or the police department’s non-emergency number at (808) 935-3311. They may also contact Detective Cacique Melendez at (808) 326-4646 ext. 281; or via email at cacique.melendez@hawaiicounty.gov.
    Tipsters who prefer to remain anonymous may call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300 and may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.







 













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Thursday, November 02, 2023

Kaʻū News Briefs Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023

Back Stage with Hālau Hula O Leionālani
Hālau Hula O Leionālani and Kumu Debbie Ryder hosted Bali Hai dancers from Mexico at Aunty Sally's Lu‘au Hale in Hilo to perform for kupuna on Thursday. Dancers from Hawai‘i, Mexico, Japan and the U.S. mainland will perform this Saturday in Nāʻālehu at Ke Ola Pu‘uhonua Cultural Grounds, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Photos by Brenda Iokepa Moses


HAWAI‘I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY released the 2023 update to the State Hazard Mitigation Plan this week. It is a document that provides a framework for future efforts to reduce the risk
of hazards across Hawai‘i.
   The statement from the agency says, "The plan will be used to guide work in the years ahead to reduce or eliminate the harm caused to Hawai‘i and its communities by wildfires, flooding, hurricanes, and other hazards. The state fully updates the plan every five years, and it must be approved by the Governor and the Federal Emergency Management Agency; additional amendments may be made annually to reflect plan changes by HI-EMA, the counties and other partners.
    HI-EMA began collecting public comments on the new plan in December 2022, including a series of public meetings across the state and virtual meetings via teleconference. Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green, M.D., formally adopted the plan on September 27, 2023. FEMA requires that states must have an approved hazard mitigation plan to qualify for numerous federal assistance and mitigation grants.
    “This plan is a cornerstone of the work that emergency managers do to reduce the risk and harm from known hazards,” said James Barros, HI-EMA administrator. “The state works with the counties and the counties work with their communities to turn this plan into projects that protect life and property.”
    The 2023 State Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies the major natural hazards that affect our state, assesses the risk that each hazard poses, analyzes the vulnerability of our people, property and infrastructure to the specific hazard, and recommends actions that can be taken to reduce the risk and vulnerability to the hazard.
    The updated plan can be found on the HI-EMA website at https://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/final-2023-hazard-mitigation-plan/.


A KONA JUDGE, ON THURSDAY, RELEASED AN OCEAN VIEW MAN ACCUSED OF ATTEMPTED MURDER AND ROBBERY, who was being held in lieu of $350,000 bail. County Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen issued a statement noting that the defendant is Ocean View man, 44-year-old Dorson Buddy Behrendt. He was arrested and charged in relation to a robbery and firearm shooting incident that occurred on Oct. 15 in the Hawaiian Ocean View subdivision.
    During his initial appearance on Thursday morning in Kona District Court, Behrendt was granted release on his own recognizance by District Court Judge Kimberly Taniyama and ordered to appear for a preliminary hearing on Nov. 29. He is charged with:
    Attempted murder in the Second Degree - shooting another person with a firearm, which carries a penalty of life imprisonment with the possibility of parole; and
Dorson Buddy Behrendt has been charged
with Attempted Murder and Attempted
Robbery. Photo from Prosecuting Attorney
 
   Attempted Robbery in the First Degree and Carrying or Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Separate Felony, are both class A felony offenses, which carry a penalty of a 20-year prison term.
    Waltjen stated, "The charges are merely allegations and the Defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty."
    The case was initiated by Kaʻū Patrol. The felony investigation was led by Detective Donovan Kohara, Area II Criminal Investigation Section, Hawai‘i Police Department. The case is being prosecuted by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Chase Murray.
     "The Office of the Prosecuting Attorney remains dedicated to the pursuit of justice with integrity and commitment," said Waltjen.
    According to the report from Hawai‘i Police Department, at 8:50 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15, Ka‘ū patrol officers were dispatched to the area of Aloha Boulevard and Paradise Parkway in the Hawai‘i Ocean View Estates subdivision for a report of a male in need of medical assistance after possibly being assaulted.     
    Arriving on the scene, officers found the victim, believed to be a 53-year-old Ocean View man, with severe facial injuries lying on the ground near a gold Toyota van. Due to the severity of his injuries, police were unable to ask the victim how he had been injured. 
    The victim was transported to the Kona Community Hospital with life-threatening injuries where it was determined that he had sustained a gunshot wound to his facial area. He was subsequently transferred to the Queens Medical Center on O'ahu where he remains hospitalized in stable condition. During the course of the investigation, police identified Behrendt as the suspect and possible responsible person who shot the victim.
    After conferring with the County Prosecutor’s Office, Area II CIS detectives charged Behrendt with: Second-degree attempted murder; First-degree robbery; and Carrying/Use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony.
    Police ask anyone who may have information regarding this incident to contact Detective Donovan Kohara of the Area II Criminal Investigation Section at (808) 960-3118, via email at Donovan.kohara@hawaiicounty.gov, or the police department’s non-emergency line at (808) 935-3311. Anyone having information to assist local law enforcement can also call Crime Stoppers at (808) 961-8300.


TROJAN LADIES VOLLEYBALL TEAM WILL TRAVEL TO HONOLULU for the state finals. Coach Kamalani Fujikawa reports that "Kaʻū High will join Big Island Interscholastic Federation title holder Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy and Konawaena to represent the BIIF DII on O‘ahu from November 7- 10. Schedules haven't been finalized as O‘ahu teams are still competing. We will be playing our first game at either 5 p.m. or 7 p.m. at Kalani or Kaimuki High school."

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