Tim Delavega: Man of many talents
Tim Delavega is a multi-talented man. To say the least. Award-winning photographer. Home builder and designer, who bought the land and built a home for his parents. Author of several books, including five on the history of surfing. Documenter. National award winner for his cultural documentation work.
Riding the waves of life
It’s probably not an exaggeration to say most people in America, and many beyond, know the story of Bethany Hamilton. Born and raised on Kauai, she was surfing at Tunnels Beach in 2003 when she lost her left arm in a shark attack at age 13. It wasn’t long before she courageously returned to surfing and went on to become a professional surfer and, today, remains among the world’s top surfers. Her comeback and her faith have been chronicled in several books and a major motion picture, “Soul Surfer.”
Newspapers shouldn’t fret over what Trump says about them
A few people asked me if The Garden Island planned to participate in the coordinated effort for newspapers across the country to publish editorials in defense of free press on Thursday. The reason being, to fight back against President Donald Trump’s criticism of the media and his continual use of “fake news” in reaction to stories he believes are wrong, biased and, sometimes, he just doesn’t like.
Preparing for miles of hills, heat and humidity
There are two big challenges that come with the Kauai Marathon, which is just two a half weeks away now: the hills, and the weather.
Spirit of Lawai
It was just last year that David Anthony Salo and Nancy Ann Crenna visited the Lawai International Center. Since then, they’ve felt a desire to return to Kauai. Sunday, at the 18th annual Pilgrimage of Compassion, they did.
China expels German student who researched rights lawyers
A German man has learned the hard way that practicing journalism in China, even for a class project, could lead to serious trouble.
Against all odds: Democrats pour money into longshot races
Thara Narasimhan, who hosts an Hindu radio program in Houston, has already given $1,200 to a Democrat running against Republican U.S. Rep. Pete Olson, who once drove around his solidly conservative Texas district with a “NEVER HILLARY” bumper sticker on his pickup. Her plans to donate even more bewilder friends.
Orca back to feeding, frolicking after carrying dead calf
Researchers say an endangered killer whale that drew international attention as she carried her dead calf on her head for more than two weeks is finally back to feeding and frolicking with her pod.
Strongest-ever earthquake hits Alaska’s North Slope region
Alaska’s North Slope was hit Sunday by the most powerful earthquake ever recorded in the region, the state’s seismologist said.
Marijuana dispensaries have yet to open on Big Island
It’s been a year since Hawaii’s first legal sale of marijuana and nearly two decades since the state approved the drug for medical use, and still, no retail dispensaries have begun selling on the Big Island.
Mahalo candidates, voters; on to the general election
The primary election is all over but for the shouting. By now, we know who will be moving on to November’s general election. The top two in the mayor’s race, the top 14 in the council race, and candidates for the state Legislature, governor’s office, lieutenant governor’s office and Congress, have all been settled on the sides of Democrats and Republicans and other parties.
Derek, Mel advance
When the first results flashed on the board Saturday evening, the crowd at the Kauai Veterans Center roared. The second set of numbers showed County Councilmember Derek Kawakami with a substantial lead by a more than 2-to-1 margin in the mayoral race.
Kauai legislators keep seats
In the Kauai legislative races, incumbent Rep. Nadine Nakamura, District 14, received 2,212 votes. She had no opposition.
Cazimero gives inside look at hula
Robert Cazimero is known for his beautiful voice and musical career. But the man also knows hula. His book, “Men of Hula:Robert Cazimero and Halau Na Kamalei,” is a fascinating look at this art and Cazimero’s influence on it.
Endorsements? Not from TGI — except for one
The other day, a friend was questioning me about whether The Garden Island planned to endorse any candidates for public office. No, I said, we haven’t endorsed candidates since I came here five and a half years ago and we don’t plan to start endorsing any candidates now.
Hanabusa sweeping state before primary
As four lanes of vehicles passed by Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa and some of her supporters Monday afternoon, there was a lot of honking and waving and shouting.
Dancing, drumming delight
Blocks from Kapaa Beach Park, you could hear the drums. They were followed by the excited shouts of mistress of ceremonies Cathy Teri‘ipaia.
Larry Rivera heading out for first California tour in nearly 50 years
Larry Rivera turns 88 next month. So, one might think he would be looking forward to relaxing at home and resting on the laurels of his musical success. But if that’s what you think, then you haven’t met Larry Rivera.
‘Into the Woods’ we go
It wasn’t that long ago that Erin Gaines was Mary Poppins. Now, she’s a witch. And she’s having a ball.
Food distribution at Kapaa beach draws crowds
The line of people next to the Toyota pickup stretches 15 deep on a Wednesday morning at the parking lot fronting Kapaa Beach Park.