Millennium Moments
KA LAE on the Big Island has gained distinction on a couple of fronts. Legendary point
Geographically, Ka Lae, or South Point, is the southernmost tip not only of Hawaii, but of all 50 states, says "Place Names of Hawaii" by Mary Kawena Pukui, Samuel H. Elbert and Esther T. Mookini.
In folklore, a rock in the sea there -- "pohaku wa'a Kauhi" -- is believed to have been a canoe from Kahiki.
Also at Ka Lae is a preserved fishing shrine which was taboo to women, but today still receives placed offerings, the authors say. Nearby is a stone called "pohaku o keau" -- "stone of the current" or "stone of the times" -- because of the belief that a change in government was coming if the stone turned over.
MADD schedules 5K run/walk for a sober, safe holiday season
The public is invited to kick off the 1999 holiday season with fun, safe and sober alcohol-free festivities at the annual MADD Dash 5K fun-run/walk at 4 p.m. Nov. 21 in downtown Honolulu.MADD Dashers receive a T-shirt and chances to win prizes, including a weekend trip for two to a neighbor island and $500 worth of Tesoro gasoline. Musical entertainment and refreshments will be provided.
The fee is $18 for adults and $10 for children under 12 years old. Money raised will help MADD Hawaii's Victim Services program and Youth Outreach program that reach more than 10,000 people.
"The 1999 MADD Dash is a great example of how you can celebrate the holidays, have lots of fun for the entire family and not endanger your own life, or the lives of others, by drinking and driving," said Kathy Nelson, MADD Hawaii board president.
In Hawaii, five people were killed in alcohol-related traffic fatalities during the 1998 holiday season.
MADD Dash registration forms are available at Tesoro Hawaii stations, 7-11 stores, at running stores and at state libraries, or by calling MADD Hawaii at 532-6232.
Box jellyfish expected to invade next week
The city's Ocean Safety Division has issued a box jellyfish watch for Monday through Wednesday.Areas most commonly affected by jellyfish include the Ala Moana Beach Park swim channel and Waikiki Beach. Other areas include Hanauma Bay, Pokai Bay and the surfing area at Makaha.
Refunds will be made for Super Prix tickets
Ticket refunds for the canceled Hawaiian Super Prix will be made by Ticket Plus Inc.Refunds will be paid by check, said Manuel Sanchez, the company's chief executive officer, and will include the ticket price and service charge.
Ticket Plus spokeswoman Melissa Tanji said the company has the addresses of people who bought tickets.
The Hawaiian Super Prix was scheduled for Nov. 13 and was billed as having the largest prize in auto racing.
It was canceled this month because of financial problems.
Park fees proposal shaky
A plan to charge fees to reserve city facilities may be dead before it even becomes a bill, much less a law.City Council Chairman Jon Yoshimura yesterday said he opposes park user fees.
"There's virtually no support for it on the Council," Yoshimura said, adding that he's spoken to other colleagues who don't favor the plan. "It's something we want to put to rest very quickly."
Councilwoman Rene Mansho told reporters on Wednesday that she had asked city attorneys to draft legislation that would assess fees whenever a public recreational facility is reserved for exclusive use.
Reports of the plan prompted an outcry from Hawaii's organized sports community.
Yesterday, Mansho emphasized that the plan is not something she supports, but that she still believes the issue should be discussed.
Mansho said the idea came up when golfers -- now facing a $2-a-round fee hike -- told her it was unfair they were being singled out for an increase.
Watch your pets for safe Halloween
The Hawaiian Humane Society is offering some tips to ease pet stress on Halloween.The society advises:
Keep pets indoors and away from trick-or-treaters.
For more information about Halloween safety, call the Hawaiian Humane Society at 946-2187, ext. 212.
Meals on Wheels needs donations, volunteers
Donations and volunteers are needed to give Thanksgiving meals to more than 850 recuperating or frail Oahu seniors.A $4.50 donation to Lanakila Rehabilitation Center's Meals on Wheels program will provide a senior with a holiday meal.
For more information about the Thanksgiving meal delivery project, or to volunteer for regular deliveries, contact Nettie Stillwell at 531-0555.
Girl Scouts looking for career mentors
The Girl Scout Council of Hawaii is accepting applications through Monday for its January career mentoring conference.The conference will be Jan. 20-21 at Hilton Hawaiian Village's Coral Ballroom. The cost is $75 and partial scholarships are available.
For an application or information, call 595-8400 ext. 212, or go to the Girl Scout Council Web site at http://www.girlscouts-hawaii.org
UH engineering school gets scholarship award
The University of Hawaii-Manoa College of Engineering has received a $10,000 scholarship award from SSFM Engineers Inc., to commemorate the company's 40th anniversary.Starting this year, scholarships of $2,500 a year will be awarded to incoming civil engineering freshmen.
This is the largest scholarship program the college has received. The first recipients are Jamie Chong, Christopher Rothschild, Elliot Taniguchi and Bo Ng.
Clarification
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By Star-Bulletin staffHonolulu Police Department Crimestoppers
Police are seeking driver in attempted murder case
Police are still looking for a man who allegedly drove a car at a group of people early Sunday morning following a fight in Hawaii Kai.Five people, ages 19-22, were struck by a silver 1987 Chevrolet Cavalier at about 2 a.m. on Lunalilo Home Road. Of those injured, only a 22-year-old man remains hospitalized and he is listed in good condition, said detective Alan Matsumura.
The car was found abandoned on Hawaii Kai Drive near Ahukini Street. It was not stolen, but the registered owner is not a suspect, said Matsumura.
Police have questioned three men who were in the car and are trying to locate the driver, a 22-year-old man whose identity is known. The case is being investigated as an attempted murder.
Woman faces charges for mail theft, forgery, drugs
A 33-year-old Kaneohe woman arrested last night on three outstanding court warrants is a "major player" in a local mail theft/check forgery ring, say police.The woman was booked for second-degree forgery and four drug offenses. The mail theft/forgery case will be handled by the U.S. Postal Service while the state will pursue prosecution of the drug offenses, police said.
Armed trio steals cash from Waipahu Burger King
A Burger King in Waipahu was robbed last night by three men who fled with an undisclosed amount of cash taken from a safe.The robbery at 94-135 Farrington Highway was reported at 11:45 p.m.
Police said three men, one armed with a handgun, confronted the assistant manager as she locked up.
In other news ...
HILO -- Police have identified a man who apparently drowned Tuesday at Kehena beach south of Hilo as Robert Harold Andrews, 49, of San Francisco.
