In honor of this mighty tradition, we at the Star-Bulletin are on the hunt for Oahu's best take-out pork ribs.

We have our ideas about the top candidates, but to be inclusive, we're taking nominations. Fill out the form at right if you have strong feelings on this issue.

We'll consider the nominations and pick a half-dozen or so for a taste-test. If you'd like to be a judge, nominate yourself (you must be available on Jan. 22).

Be quick about it. We only have a one-week window of opportunity for this phase of our quest.

I think the best takeout spareribs on Oahu are at:

Here's why:

Your name:

Daytime phone:

Submit nominations to I Love Ribs, Honolulu Star-Bulletin Features, P.O. Box 3080, Honolulu 96802. Or fax, 523-8509, or e-mail, features@starbulletin.com. Nominations must be in our hands by Jan. 20.

Nominations for the Ageless Heroes Awards Program sponsored by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association are due by Feb. 26.

The six categories of competition are:

Vigor and vitality -- demonstration of extraordinary physical or mental abilities

Community involvement -- commitment to a community and its members

Love of learning -- pursuit of knowledge by study or experience

Creative expressions -- unique expressions of talent

Against the odds -- overcoming the challenges of a disability

Bridging the generations -- grandchild's expression of admiration for a grandparent.

HMSA will recognize six local seniors who will go on to compete for national honors.

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