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KIDS SHOW THEIR HEARTS
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UH lab classes are back up and running
Classes will be held at the St. John Plant Science Lab at the University of Hawaii-Manoa today thanks to a purring generator.Classes at the lab were canceled yesterday due to a power failure that occurred at the university during the weekend.
UH spokesman Jim Manke said the outage was caused by switch problems at the university's east-west substation and other damage.
Students are urged to call UH's hot line at 956-0001 or go to www.hawaii.edu for updates.
Hannemann heads to American Samoa
Mayor-elect Mufi Hannemann left yesterday on a personal trip to American Samoa.Hannemann's mother, Faiaso, is buried in American Samoa, and Hannemann will make the trip to visit his mother's grave, a spokeswoman said.
After Hannemann won the election for Honolulu mayor last week, he dedicated his win to his mother and father, Gustav, both of whom have died.
Hannemann is expected to return to Honolulu Thursday morning.
Candidates urged to take down signs
The Outdoor Circle is urging candidates to remove political signs that were posted on walls and fences in neighborhoods throughout the state."It's been a week since the election. ... There were more signs than ever that went up this year," said Mary Steiner, chief executive officer of the Outdoor Circle.
Steiner said some residents asked the Outdoor Circle to put an advisory out reminding candidates to remove the signs.
Low-income families can get heating aid
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The funds are part of $1.2 billion that is being made available to states, tribes and territories through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
More than 4.5 million low-income households across the country receive assistance each year.
To apply for assistance, go to www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/liheap/directry.htm.
» The Fleming Arboretum has received $5,000 from the Atherton Family Foundation to fund the second phase of its "Habitat Maintenance Upgrade and Expansion Project." The arboretum has already spent $2,000 from the Fred Baldwin Memorial Foundation and $1,000 from the Alexander & Baldwin Foundation to complete the first phase of new planting.
» The trustees of the Charles R. Kendall Scholarship and Education Fund have awarded 10 scholarships based upon merit to dependents of the Hawaii Government Employees Association members for the 2004-2005 school year.
The $1,200 scholarships were awarded to Chevelle S. Acosta of the University of the Pacific, California; Amulfo J. Castillo, Joana S. Nakandakari and Zuri F. Pommerenk, University of Hawaii at Manoa; Carmen U.B. Delos Reyes, Seattle Pacific University, Washington; Peter Dunn-Aurello and Lanelle Y. Ishii, UH-Hilo; Micah D.K. Glasgow, University of Missouri; Ava T. Pommerenk, Naropa University, Colorado; and Sean C. Simon, Hawaii Community College.
Recipients of $500 scholarships are Therese Anne V. Fernandes, University of Notre Dame, Indiana; Elston M. Fujimoto, UH-Manoa; Samantha E.M. Huerter, Texas Tech University; Kevin F. Leong, Creighton University, Nebraska; Nicole L. May, California State University; Janelle K. McComber, Seattle Pacific University; Lori H. Miyasaki, Boston University; Stephanie M. Miyasaki, Pacific University, Oregon; Nikela K. Ramelb, Eastern Oregon University; Tricia Y. Sakamoto, University of Pennsylvania; Lyndee M. Taketa, Loyola Marymount University, California; Jodi T. Watanabe, UH-Hilo; and Chrissy Lynn C. White, University of Washington.
» Chrissy Longboy of Hawaii Pacific University took two of three top honors at the national logo contest sponsored by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. She won first and second place for her logo designs for the 2005 association convention in San Antonio.
By Star-Bulletin staff
HONOLULU
Collision outside Hana kills driver of pickup
WAILUKU » A Maui man died Sunday in a two-vehicle accident near the entrance to Hana town.Kevin P. Freitas, 36, of Makawao was driving his pickup on Hana Highway heading out of Hana toward Paia when it was struck by a Chevrolet Suburban sport utility vehicle that had veered into his lane at about 9:20 a.m., police said.
Makawao resident Norman Podlewski, 35, a passenger in the SUV, was flown by emergency helicopter to Maui Memorial Medical Center, where he was listed in satisfactory condition yesterday.
Police Lt. Jeffrey Tanoue said the SUV was traveling toward Hana when it veered onto the right shoulder, hit a rock, crossed back over the road, smashed into Freitas' truck and caused the pickup to roll and come to rest on the highway shoulder. The driver of the SUV and her two children were treated and released at Hana Medical Center, Tanoue said.
He said police investigators are looking into whether drugs, alcohol and speed contributed to the crash. The death is the 16th traffic fatality in Maui County this year, compared with 13 for the same period last year.
HONOLULU
Motorbike hits barrier, killing military man
A 21-year-old military man from the Pearl Harbor area died from massive injuries after he crashed his motorcycle Sunday night in the airport area.The accident occurred at about 11:15 p.m. Police said the motorcyclist was speeding Diamond Head-bound on Aolele Street near Aolewa Place when he lost control of his vehicle.
The motorcycle hit the curb and grassy shoulder, then hit a concrete barrier, vaulting over it, police said.
The victim was taken to the Queen's Medical Center, where he died, according to police.
The accident was under investigation by Honolulu police and state sheriffs.
Federal building staff nabs Waiawa escapee
Federal security guards arrested a Waiawa prison escapee yesterday at the Prince Kuhio Federal Building.Kristopher Kealoha was arrested just before 11 a.m. at the federal building at 300 Ala Moana. Honolulu police said Kealoha had tried to enter the building parking lot and was instead detained by security guards who later discovered he was an escapee.
Kealoha was arrested for a parole revocation warrant and for escape. Police said he was treated at a hospital for injuries sustained prior to being taken into police custody.
EAST OAHU
Man robs bank inside Kahala Star Market
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Police said the man entered the Bank of Hawaii branch at 4211 Waialae Ave. at about 2:45 p.m. and showed the teller a note, which said he had a gun. He told the teller to hand over the money and not to make any sudden moves, then fled with an undisclosed amount of cash, police said.
The suspect was described as a 5 feet 10 inches tall, about 180 to 200 pounds, with a husky build, dark brown shoulder-length hair, a thick brown-and-gray mustache and a medium complexion. He was last seen wearing a black cap with a back flap, sunglasses, gray long-sleeve T-shirt, jeans and brown boots.
Anyone with information about this robbery can call Detective Derrick Kiyotoki at 529-3436. Anonymous calls may also be made to CrimeStoppers at 955-8300 or by dialing *CRIME on a cellular phone.
LEEWARD OAHU
Missing man described as upset, maybe armed
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James "Kimo" Guerrero, 42, was last seen at a friend's Ala Akau Street home in Waianae on Sunday at about 9:45 p.m. Police said he has previous convictions for harassment and for violating protective orders.
Guerrero is described as 5 feet 11 inches tall, 175 pounds, with a medium build, "brown/red/salt and pepper" hair, brown eyes, a thick mustache and beard. He also has tattoos of the name "KRIS" across his chest over his heart, and "MOM" on his left biceps. He was last seen in a white 1990 Toyota four-door car, license plate number JYF-760.
Anyone with information about Guerrero's whereabouts can call Investigator James Vasconcellos at 529-3064. Anonymous calls can also be made to CrimeStoppers at 955-8300 or by dialing *CRIME on a cellular phone.
Honolulu Police Department Crimestoppers