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| ‘Ahi, giclée by Dietrich Varez, the artist honored with March 28 declared as Dietrich Varez Day and a special presentation at Volcano Art Center on April 7. |
The free event highlighting Varez's connections to Hawaiʻi's people, stories, and places will begin
with a Spectrum Documentary filmed in 1983 that focuses on the Volcano Art Center and features Varez
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| 1801 eruption with Pele and Kamehameha. Art by Dietrich Varez |
After the film screening, a panel discussion will reveal the man behind the iconic images. It will include leader Desiree Moana Cruz and participants who worked closely with artist. Volcano Art Center encourages all those who have been touched by his story to attend the event which will be held in Dietrich Varez Hall at VAC's Niaulani Campus.
The Varez Legacy Program also invites participants to visit the free exhibition titled Dietrich Varez Legacy: The Expanded Collection, at VAC Gallery in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Featuring unpublished works recently made available through the Varez Family Estate, the exhibit runs through May 26, 9 a.m -5 p.m., daily. For more information call (808) 967-7565 or visit the exhibition online at https://volcanoartcenter.org/product-category/featured-exhibit/the-dietrich-varez-legacy-expanded-collection/
A statement from VAC says, "A true artist for the people, Varez carved a deep understanding and appreciation of Hawaiian values and lifestyle that can be learned and perpetuated through his art. The event is funded by a grant from the Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities, through support from the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit www.volcanoartcenter.org."
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Alameda is former administrator of Bay Clinic and worked in the Mayor Billy Kenoi administration. He had this to say on Wednesday evening ahead of his Talk Story on Thursday in Pāhala:
"I'd like to ask that the people in Pāhala and surrounding areas come out to hear my story. I'm not your traditional politician. I've never ran for office before but I did run a major county department, several state departments, and the largest health center on the island. I come to Pāhala humbled with an open heart, hearing what I can do for the community and for you.
"As an extension of our gratitude, my wife and I will be preparing dinner for attendees and we will also have a few prize giveaways.
"For those who already know me and my track record in serving this island, please come and let's sign wave together right up the street from the event at 5 p.m. I'll bring the signs and the shirts. You just bring yourself and a double shaka."
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2024 SUMMER FUN IS OPEN FOR REGISTRATION IN KAʻŪ. Venues will be Nā'ālehu Community Center and Robert N. Herkes Gymnasium in Pāhala. For more on the Pāhala program, call Nona Makuakane at 808-928-3102. For Nā'ālehu, call Elijah Navarro at 808-939-2510.
County of Hawai'i Department of Parks & Recreation announces its 2024 Summer Fun Programs will provide recreational opportunities for teens and youth at locations island-wide during summer break.
"We take pride in offering our keiki a safe and enjoyable environment for play and learning during their summer break," said Mayor Mitch Roth. "These programs are a lifeline for many working parents who would otherwise face challenges in finding appropriate care for their children. By providing these opportunities, we are not only enhancing the lives of our young ones but also bolstering the overall health of our families and communities."
"It is so important for keiki and teens to engage in healthy, safe, and fun activities during the summer months," said Maurice Messina, Director of Parks & recreation. "With our 2024 Summer Fun Programs, we are proud to offer a range of affordable recreational opportunities to support Hawai'i County youth and their families."
The programs include arts and crafts projects, indoor and outdoor games, sports, music, dance, special events, and excursions.
Detailed information about program hours, registration dates, cost, and age groups can be found online at https://www.parks.hawaiicounty.gov/facilities-parks/recreation. For more information, please contact the respective Hawai'i County Recreation Division facilities listed in the program flyers.
Other locations for Summer Fun around the island are:
Other locations for Summer Fun around the island are:
Hilo District Sites: Kawānanakoa Gym, Pana'ewa Park, Andrews Gym, Hilo Armory, Waiākea Uka Gym and Pi'ihonua Gym
Hāmākua District Sites: Pāpa'ikou Gym and Honoka'a Sports Complex
North & South Kohala District Sites: Spencer "Kalani" Schutte District Park in Waimea, Hisaoka Gym in Kohala, Pu'u Nui Park in Waikōloa
North & South Kona District Sites: Kekuaokalani Gym in Kailua-Kona
Puna & Ka'ū District Sites: Nā'ālehu Community Center, Rep. Robert N. Herkes Gymnasium in Pāhala, Kea'au Armory, William "Billy" Kenoi Park in Pāhoa,
Hāmākua District Sites: Pāpa'ikou Gym and Honoka'a Sports Complex
North & South Kohala District Sites: Spencer "Kalani" Schutte District Park in Waimea, Hisaoka Gym in Kohala, Pu'u Nui Park in Waikōloa
North & South Kona District Sites: Kekuaokalani Gym in Kailua-Kona
Puna & Ka'ū District Sites: Nā'ālehu Community Center, Rep. Robert N. Herkes Gymnasium in Pāhala, Kea'au Armory, William "Billy" Kenoi Park in Pāhoa,
TEEN PROGRAMS:Programs for teenagers will be offered at the Pu'u'eo Community Center in Wainaku; Pāpa'ikou Gym; Shipman Park in Kea'au; Hale Hālāwai in Kona; and Spencer "Kalani" Schutte District Park in Waimea.
SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS:The 'Ike Kai program will engage children, ages 8-12, in lessons about the ocean. This specialized program will be held at the Richardson Ocean Center with three two-week sessions available. The 'Ike Pono-Hāmākua program will host children Kindergarten to 6th Grade with one 3-week session at Kula'imano Community Center and one at Pāpaʻaloa Annex.
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SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS:The 'Ike Kai program will engage children, ages 8-12, in lessons about the ocean. This specialized program will be held at the Richardson Ocean Center with three two-week sessions available. The 'Ike Pono-Hāmākua program will host children Kindergarten to 6th Grade with one 3-week session at Kula'imano Community Center and one at Pāpaʻaloa Annex.
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DORSON "BUDDY" BEHRENDT OF OCEAN VIEW was arrested in Ka‘ū on Saturday, March 23. The Hawai‘i Police Department previously issued a media release requesting the public’s assistance locating Behrendt after he was indicted for the shooting of a 53-year-old Ocean View man last October. Behrendt was also wanted on a warrant issued by the Kona District Court in December 2023 for violating his terms and conditions of release on bail.
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| Buddy Behrendt arrested. HPD photo |
Behrendt was taken into custody after Ka‘ū patrol officers conducting area checks observed him crouched down behind a parked vehicle on a public roadway near the intersection of Paradise Parkway and Luau Drive. When police tried to contact Behrendt, he attempted to flee and was taken into custody after a brief foot chase.
Upon being taken into custody, Behrendt was found to be in possession of 1.4 grams of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
He was subsequently charged with one count of violating his terms and conditions of release on bail, third-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, and possessing drug paraphernalia. His bail for those offenses was set at $6,000.
Behrendt’s bail was set at an additional $500,000 after he was indicted for one count each of: second-degree attempted murder, first-degree attempted robbery,
two counts of carrying or using a firearm in the commission of a felony. His total bail is set at $506,000.
The indictment was obtained after Behrendt was arrested on October 30, 2023, for a shooting that occurred on October 15, 2023, in Ocean View and he was subsequently released on his own recognizance.
Behrendt was scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Monday, March 25, 2024, in both District and Circuit courts in Kona.
Upon being taken into custody, Behrendt was found to be in possession of 1.4 grams of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
He was subsequently charged with one count of violating his terms and conditions of release on bail, third-degree promotion of a dangerous drug, and possessing drug paraphernalia. His bail for those offenses was set at $6,000.
Behrendt’s bail was set at an additional $500,000 after he was indicted for one count each of: second-degree attempted murder, first-degree attempted robbery,
two counts of carrying or using a firearm in the commission of a felony. His total bail is set at $506,000.
The indictment was obtained after Behrendt was arrested on October 30, 2023, for a shooting that occurred on October 15, 2023, in Ocean View and he was subsequently released on his own recognizance.
Behrendt was scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Monday, March 25, 2024, in both District and Circuit courts in Kona.
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HPD ARRESTED 19 FOR DUI, during the week of March 18, through March 24. Hawai‘i Island police arrested the motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant. Eleven were involved in a traffic
So far this year, there have been 216 DUI arrests compared with 245 during the same period last year, a decrease of 11.8 percent.
Hawai'i Police Department’s Traffic Services Section reviewed all updated crashes and found 224 major crashes so far this year, compared with 217 during the same time last year, an increase of 3.2 percent.
To date, there have been 10 fatal crashes, resulting in 11 fatalities (one of which had multiple deaths), compared with four fatal crashes, resulting in five fatalities (one of which had multiple deaths) for the same time last year. This represents an increase of 150 percent for fatal crashes and 120 percent for fatalities.
In 2024, the non-traffic fatality count (not on a public roadway) is zero compared to zero non-traffic fatalities for the same time last year.
HPD promises that DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue island wide.
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