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Eye care center displays art in Pan Am Building
Works of art entitled "Various Vision" by Carol D'Angelo and Dexter Doi are being shown through July 2 at the Laser Eye Center of Hawaii on the ground floor of the Pan Am Building on Kapiolani Boulevard.D'Angelo and Doi have collaborated on exhibitions since 1995. D'Angelo's signature work consists of lush tropical flora populated by a myriad of animals, figures and flowers.
She is also known for cutout figures of athletes, rock stars and animals.
Doi's work includes the American Savings Bank calendar, the "Hawaii Five-O" 30th-anniversary poster and a portrait of Japanese pop star Namie Omuro.
"The two unique styles of art displayed together create an atmosphere that is both uplifting and tranquil," said Dr. Dennis Kuwabara, president of the Laser Eye Center of Hawaii. "We hope our patients and the public will enjoy the beautiful blend of vibrant colors and concepts."
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[Taking Notice]
>> Devon L. Evans, an internist, has joined the medical staff of Kona Community Hospital in Kealakekua for six months prior to entering an oncology fellowship program in July. He completed his residency at the Beth Deaconess Medical Center in Boston after graduating from Jackson Medical College in Philadelphia.>> CB Richard Ellis Hawaii Inc. has awarded Andrew D. Starn, a commercial real estate broker, its Rookie of the Year prize, presented annually to an outstanding first-year broker. He represents landlords for 12 retail centers on Oahu, among them Koko Marina Shopping Center.
>> The Sheraton-Waikiki Hotel has promoted Thelma Kam, former hotel manager of the Royal Hawaiian, to director of cultural services for that hotel as well as the Sheraton Moana Surfrider, Sheraton Princess Kaiulani and Sheraton Waikiki.
>> Ellen Okimoto and Derek Inaba have received national certification as rehabilitation counselors for the Hawaii County branch of the Department of Human Services' Vocational Rehabilitation and Services for the Blind Division.
>> The United States Junior Chamber has awarded Hawaii Jaycees state President Jon Nishihara its Dennis Hamilton Award, given to 10 people who served as state vice presidents last year with notable achievements. The Hawaii Jaycees also received a Blue Chip award, recognizing the state for its membership growth.
"Taking Notice" also runs on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Police, Fire, Courts
By Star-Bulletin staffNORTH SHORE
Cameras eye theft of bunches of bananas
Security cameras caught suspects on videotape who police believe have stolen about 2,000 pounds of bananas from a North Shore farm this year.Police said that on Feb. 29 the surveillance cameras caught a suspect vehicle coming and going from a farm at 59-600 Kamehameha Highway between 2 and 5 a.m.
Police said there was an estimated $1,200 in bananas stolen that morning and that it was just one of several thefts from North Shore farms this year.
Police said there were between two and three suspects that night using what appeared to be a Dodge Colt to transport the bananas.
Theft of agricultural equipment, supplies or product from a premises that is fenced and displays a sign "Private Property" is a Class C felony, punishable by up to five years in jail.
Anyone with information on this case is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 955-8300 or by dialing *CRIME on a cellular phone.
LEEWARD OAHU
Police seek suspects in Waipahu stabbing
Police were looking for suspects in the stabbing Tuesday night of a 35-year-old man in Waipahu.Police said the victim was drinking with several other men outside an apartment at 94-106 Pupupuhi St. about 11:25 p.m. when an argument and a fight broke out.
Police said the victim was stabbed in the chest with a large kitchen knife. He was taken to the Queen's Medical Center in guarded condition.
A 68-year-old man was punched during the scuffle, but he refused medical treatment, police said.
HONOLULU
Suspect is sought after vehicle is set on fire
Police are looking for a man who set another man's vehicle on fire near 420 Waiakamilo Road yesterday morning.Police said the fire started sometime before the victim discovered his burned-out Jeep at 10:37 a.m.
The fire also damaged five other vehicles parked nearby.
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