STAFF BLOGS
Sports
Stephen Tsai knows UH sports, down to the last decimal of a 40-yard dash. Few reporters get the inside information like he does. What Tsai writes is a daily must-read.
08/19/2008: Hot times in Halawa 08/18/2008: Monday's practice 08/17/2008: Hands up!
As a teenager, Wes Nakama would select "pretend" all-star and all-state teams and write stories about them just for fun. Now he does it for a living. Come visit Wes' prep sports world and join in the conversation.
08/20/2008: Best of both worlds for state hoops tourneys in 2009 08/18/2008: Wai‘anae AD Tokunaga on important road trip 08/17/2008: ILH benefitting from traditional school calendar
Kim Fassler has a young, fresh perspective on issues that matter to 20-somethings, whether it's living with parents, landing a job, making a difference or running screaming from the "real world."
08/18/2008: Why leave Hawaii? 08/14/2008: Boulder beat 08/13/2008: Cold feet.
Constantly on the hunt for child-rearing tips, family-friendly activities and amusing anecdotes, Treena Shapiro will share the best and the worst here and encourages you to do the same. For more conversation on parenting, read HawaiiMoms.com.
08/19/2008: On the subject of books for boys... 08/19/2008: Books for boys coming soon 08/19/2008: Heartbreaking story of a lost whale
You got the Cat...now here come da Dog! As much as wahine, kane can wala'au (talk story), although Lance Kwon admits their bark is usually bigger than their bite. We're letting Lance blog because he works in the accounting department and controls our money. So what's he blogging about? Anything and everything, from the male point of view!
08/19/2008: Survey Says.... 08/18/2008: I Pledge Not To Cheat 08/15/2008: Da "Real" Ynaku Story
You may be growing older, but you're growing wiser, too. Navigating this midlife transition isn't hard with help from Rodney Lee. Join in with your thoughts.
08/20/2008: Puka Head and Tankobu 08/18/2008: MLCpedia 08/15/2008: A Tribute to Bud Browne (July 12, 1912 – July 25, 2008)
Want the straight poop on the latest pet news and trends? Join Leslie Kawamoto as she shares her insights into the animal world.
08/20/2008: Do animals have souls? 08/19/2008: Ratatouille?? 08/19/2008: Animal hoarding (GRAPHIC PHOTO)
Zenaida Serrano embraces life in her 30s - both the good (expecting her second little one) AND the bad (paying a mortgage). She'll blog about anything that affects her: that growing baby bump, her new marriage, a passion for cooking and reality television shows. She'd love to hear from
other 30-somethings about what matters to them, too.
08/20/2008: From excess gas to "cheeseburger crotch" 08/18/2008: Memories of the first time 08/15/2008: Conquering clutter: getting started
Politics
Derrick DePledge and Peter Boylan The Notebook
E-mail Derrick DePledge or Peter Boylan
Reach DePledge at (808) 525-8070
Reach Boylan at (808) 525-8110
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at government and politics from state Capitol Bureau reporter Derrick DePledge and Honolulu City Hall reporter Peter Boylan.
08/19/2008: Pulse 08/19/2008: Low Down with Mufi 08/18/2008: Hawaii helped choose the running mate
Kim Fassler reports on the homecoming of Hawai'i native son Barack Obama, the presumptive Democratic Party candidate for president.
08/18/2008: Why leave Hawaii? 08/14/2008: Boulder beat 08/13/2008: Cold feet.
Editorial
From politicians to newsmakers to everyday people in the news Editorial and Opinion Editor Jeanne Mariani-Belding puts them in the Hot Seat, and lets you ask the questions.
08/19/2008: NOW ON THE HOT SEAT: AVI SOIFER, DEAN OF UH-MANOA’S SCHOOL OF LAW 08/18/2008: COMING TUESDAY: AVI SOIFER, DEAN OF UH-MANOA’S SCHOOL OF LAW 08/14/2008: NOW ON THE HOT SEAT: City Councilman Charles Djou
The Advertiser's Editorial Board Blog offers daily observations and opinions of issues affecting Hawaii, the nation and the world. It is written by The Advertiser's Editorial Board, which represents the opinions of the newspaper in print and online.
08/11/2008: What's the point of high school sports, anyway? 07/29/2008: Commies! 07/17/2008: "Must we endure such stupidity?"
Step back in time with Advertiser Senior Editor Anne Harpham for a glimpse at the news of the day as chronicled in The Honolulu Advertiser since 1856. From the monarchy through annexation and statehood, economic shifts and more, the headlines and news articles tell the story of a changing Hawaii.
08/20/2008: Aug. 20, 1864, King Kamehameha V decrees new constitution 08/19/2008: Aug. 19, 1954, Army announces return on 25th Division 08/18/2008: Aug. 18, 1960, city unveils massive 20-year plan
Entertainment
Like other Losties throughout the world, Caryn Kunz hopes Season 3 will finally start to answer some burning questions, like what the heck is going on?
08/07/2008: Lost marathon on SciFi, filming again soon 07/17/2008: Emmy time! 07/10/2008: Slow news day/week/month...summer?
Kawehi Haug blogs about this city's vibrant (yes, vibrant she can prove it) arts-and-entertainment scene, pop culture references included.
08/19/2008: A Sailor Jerry Homecoming 08/15/2008: To-do List 08/15/2008: Quick Hits
As The Advertiser's Metromix marketing manager, AC Shilton knows Honolulu nightlife. From dive bars to the swanky hot spots, drinks with umbrellas to straight up tequila shots, AC will go beyond the hype to tell you what's hot and what's not.
08/18/2008: Privilege at Level 4 08/18/2008: Honolulu Night Life- Epic in its Own Right 08/14/2008: Metromix- it's here!
Business
Rick Daysog, Advertiser writer, knows business. He analyzes the news, passes on anecdotes and follows up on stories that appear in the business pages. And he'd like to hear from you.
08/19/2008: Bankoh stock rise 08/14/2008: HECO Refund 08/13/2008: Tesoro's jets
Finding shortcuts, efficiencies and ways to boost your productivity at work, school and home that's what this blog is about. It's a community effort, so join in.
08/14/2008: Save gas. Save time. Go to meeting. 08/07/2008: Start-of-school discipline 07/31/2008: Pausch's time management tips
Miscellaneous
So you already know the day's top news, but what are the stories that people are REALLY talking about? Advertiser copy editor Shauna Goya will scour the wire for wacky and odd news items that rarely make the paper. She wants your suggestions as well, so join in.
08/20/2008: Metro or retro — who's a 'real man'? 08/19/2008: Is wearing protection for you? 08/18/2008: Anonymously yours
Fernando Pizarro explores digital storytelling and how it's opening up the once closed world of news to anyone with Internet access and the desire to get heard. 
08/13/2008: "One-man bands" taking over news bureaus 08/08/2008: An eventful digital day ends well 08/08/2008: Final digital element in place, and working
Hawai'i has an abundance of beauty and schlock. Minette McCabe explores all aspects of art and design, from graphics and digital to products and surroundings. Join in with your praise and rants.
08/17/2008: Hori Smoku Sailor Jerry 08/15/2008: Best Admission Day Shirt Ever 08/12/2008: Virtual Olympics
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PUBLIC BLOGS
Sports
Dave Vinton announces sports telecasts statewide from the high schools to the colleges on OC16. Now, "see" the things he didn't say on TV.
08/19/2008: Volleyball Classic Coming! 08/14/2008: Hawaiian style football anyone? 08/11/2008: Katoosh anyone?
Lifestyle
Break-ups, bad haircuts, Brangelina ... whatever's being dished at the water cooler, Catherine E. Toth a.k.a. Cat has something to say about it. She writes about everything from relationships to reality TV.
08/20/2008: Tunes for a hot August night 08/19/2008: CatChat: Jason Yotsuda, Traffic Guy 08/18/2008: Is infidelity newsworthy?
Random babblings from a member of the 30+ club. From the world of computers and Web to anything and everything Hawai'i, Edward Sugimoto's got you covered.
08/20/2008: Where In Hawaii is Edward Sugimoto? - August 20, 2008 08/19/2008: EATS! - Kauaian Style - Part II 08/18/2008: EATS! - Kauaian Style - Part I
As a senior at UH-Manoa, Kelli Miura knows all about dealing with the issues that college students encounter while trying to earn a degree. Read her insights on college life and share your own.
08/20/2008: Students or parents: Who should pay? 08/20/2008: Special: Hawaii Wahine Football Clinic 08/19/2008: Studying abroad in Hawaii
Addiction affects us all. Crime. Relationships. Social issues. But there are better alternatives than prohibition and prison. Ultimately, recovery is about finding out who we really are -- as individuals and as a society.
08/19/2008: The Un-Birthday Column and Real Heroes 08/18/2008: Weekend Drug News: Outer Island Edition 08/15/2008: Beer Goggles, ShotPaks and Forbes List
Politics
A totally independent, slightly irreverent and hopelessly idealistic view of people and events in Hawai'i and beyond. David Shapiro has covered Hawai'i and national news for four decades as a reporter, editor and columnist.
08/20/2008: The election party turns sour 08/19/2008: Tropic clunker 08/18/2008: Otherwise occupied
The Advertiser's Jerry Burris is retired from the newspaper, but is blogging on the politics and events of the day, from the Legislature to the presidential election and beyond.
08/18/2008: A political race well worth watching. 07/28/2008: Transit ridership a tricky thing to measure 07/27/2008: The muddled public mind on transit
Business
In this blog you'll find the most current sales information for island real estate, as well as a host of related topics like neighborhood specifics, Realtor events, economic conditions and other educational subjects. Harvey's goal is to help you better understand the statistical data and keep you informed about what's happening in the industry.
08/19/2008: Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 08/15/2008: Condominiums in Pearl City-Aiea 08/11/2008: Single Family Homes in Waipahu
ThinkTech Hawaii is a state of mind examining whether Hawaii is keeping up with tech and business opportunities in a fast-moving world. Jay Fidell welcomes your comments.
08/16/2008: SQL Injection Attacks - how to deal with them 07/06/2008: China Rising: The Flip Side of e-Draconianism 07/06/2008: Mongol - another Asian blockbuster
Entertainment
Honolulu ska and reggae band, Go Jimmy Go, is one prolific bunch. Whether touring the U.S., Europe and Japan or jamming in the studio for a new album, these boys impress wherever they go. Eric White, GJG saxophone player, lends an inside perspective on the band. Got a comment? Join in.
07/02/2008: The Way You Repay A Favor Is...Oi-Skall Mates' Hawaii Invasion! 06/14/2008: Rewind! -- Hawaiian Punch Europe Tour Send-Off 05/19/2008: Kokua Festival 2008!
Movie-going and a passion for cinema viewing are taking hold in the islands. Kanani Souza, a true movie buff, shares her thoughts on the most recent movie releases at the box office and invites you to join in.
07/26/2008: Movie Theater Etiquette 07/22/2008: The Dark Knight 07/16/2008: Awaiting The Dark Knight?
Reviews, commentaries and asides about the stage and arts. Backstage or down front, you'll get a double-dose of sometimes serious and slightly silly observations.
08/18/2008: Oliver: Again! 08/16/2008: Star Power 08/16/2008: Heaven Help Me
Environment
Science writer Jan TenBruggencate reviews the latest developments in Hawai'i science and the environment in his blog, RaisingIslands.com. TenBruggencate, an author, canoe-builder, sailor, hiker and lots more, has covered Hawai'i since 1970.
In celebration of International Year of the Reef, Papaphanumokuakea Marine National Monument is taking ten educators from across Oceania to the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
07/23/2008: Video Clips: Day 1, Nihoa and Snorkeling 07/23/2008: Kava and aloha 07/23/2008: From the heart
Neighborhoods
Despite its high concentration of condos, Melissa Chang thinks Ala Moana/Kaka'ako has its own neighborhood charm and its proximity to the ocean has the ability to take the urban edge off. Have your own observations? Join in the discussion.
08/19/2008: Calling all Classmates! MHS Class of 83... 08/16/2008: Oishiiiii.....Restaurant Yama Chan 08/13/2008: Divas Doing Good
If you live, work or travel to Kapolei, Lorraine Gershun's blog is the one to read. Lorraine writes about her general observations of life as a parent and as someone who lives and works in the Second City. Let her know your thoughts.
08/15/2008: When should we help? 08/08/2008: I voted yes for the contract, go ahead and test me 08/06/2008: I made a beautiful pair of earrings at Bead It
When Caryn Kunz is not at work, you'll catch her cruising at beaches along the east side; it's too crowded in town. In her opinion, the best day ever consists of a lazy weekend BBQ potluck with family and friends (at the beach, of course). Share your favorite Ko'olauloa happenings.
08/15/2008: KO'OLAULOA EATS: Angel's Ice Cream 08/12/2008: Kahuku's own in the Olympics 08/06/2008: KO'OLAULOA EATS: Papa Ole's Kitchen
Kristen Brummel says Manoa is her bubble. She was raised and educated in the valley and "adores its people, schools, restaurants, library ... everything." Share your comments on Manoa.
08/10/2008: Get Caught by Ryder the Change Bandit (Updated with Photos) 08/02/2008: Starting the New School Year off Right 07/29/2008: The Success of Rediscovering Makiki
Shad Kane is driven to save and restore a Hawaiian cultural history that is at risk of being lost. It is important that future generations come to know the true story of these islands that we have all come to love and call home.
07/29/2008: Pu'uokapolei: Beloved Kapo 06/19/2008: Honouliuli: The Early Settlers 06/18/2008: Maps
Ka Leo O Kalihi will share the stories of Kalihi, its people and its events. Sometimes these stories are old, sometimes new, but always from the heart.
08/19/2008: Uh oh! 08/15/2008: Memory lane 8/08 08/14/2008: last call for Spot's
Naurene explores what makes Mililani the best place to live, eat, or work. She'll keep you up to date with what's going on. Visit regularly to hear what she's got to say about Mililani and share your thoughts.
08/19/2008: First annual 08/19/2008: Finish my line 08/17/2008: Second Chance
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