FAMILY TREE: William Kaihe'ekai Taylor, served as caretaker of Mauna Ala from 1947 until 1956. His wife, Emily Kekahaloa Namauu Taylor, was appointed and served until 1961.
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Hawaii News
More rain threatens already soaked isles
Officials warn of another milder storm coming Wednesday.
Tracking the gas cap
Consumers paid an estimated $54.9 million more over five months, according to the analysis. The author of the law, however, says it is saving drivers money.
in Features
Kalani grad finds calling with Hollywood awards
Honolulu native Julie Kaneko Hall has grown accustomed to the drama in 11 years as talent coordinator on Oscar night.
in Sports
Hawaii basketball seniors slide
With Gueye out, UH struggles against LaTech and loses its last regular-season home game.
in Travel
Life in the sky is awe-inspiring
Gornergrat in the Alps provides one of the most stunning mountain views in the world.
in Business
Iz: Pot of gold 'Over The Rainbow'
Nine years after Israel Kamakawiwoole's death, advertisers across the globe are lining up for his song "Over the Rainbow."
in Editorial
Bishop Estate offered lesson in citizen activism
A new book by two of the authors of the "Broken Trust" essay of 1997 details the controversy about leadership of the Bishop Estate, now Kamehameha Schools.

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