FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Drought disaster declaration for Hawaii opens up loans

Hawai'i's four major counties have been declared federal disaster areas, opening the door for farmers to obtain low-interest loans to help with drought losses, Sens. Daniel K. Inouye and Daniel K. Akaka announced. More »

ELECTION

Pop-culture politicking risky business

Pop culture sure moves quickly. Just last week, Paris Hilton was so 20 minutes ago. And John McCain was drawing snickers from pop culture aficionados for choosing her and another relative has-been, Britney Spears, in his attack ad against Barack Obama. More »

• Obama vacation may be private
• Obama, after months of campaigning, says he's ready for break

EDUCATION

Holy Trinity seeking more students

Holy Trinity School has been serving East Honolulu for 49 years, but must increase enrollment substantially — and soon — to reach the half-century mark. More »

• $5M donated for Culinary Institute
• Schools try cameras to thwart food theft
• Director: Strict monitoring in Hawaii prevents stealing
• School stadium in works on Maui

MY COMMUNITIES

Plan for hillside building to be discussed tonight

The Kuli'ou'ou/Kalani Iki Neighborhood Board will discuss the development of a steep hillside parcel above homes in 'Aina Haina at its monthly meeting tonight. More »

• City's recycling program to be outlined tonight
• Seminar on tax breaks for historic buildings
• Agency wants hawk off endangered list
• Grand opening festivities set for Waimea Valley
• Film pro holding one-day workshop on Aug. 16
• Get help Saturday in filing for Social Security
• Free concert Saturday to honor Mother Marianne

OTHER NEWS

Alaska Natives call for assistance with sky-high fuel costs

Alaska Native leaders meeting with government officials say some residents in remote villages are paying up to $3,500 a month for fuel. More »

• Olympic torch nears journey's end
• Tourism chief waits as panel discusses fate
• Community Calendar

HAWAII BRIEFS

Wai'anae urged to curb water use

Wai'anae Coast residents last night were urged to use water sparingly as Board of Water Supply crews repaired a 24-inch main on Farrington Highway between La'aloa and Waiomea streets in Honokai Hale. More »

• 1,200 pounds of school supplies collected

OBITUARIES

Obituaries

COLUMNISTS

Lee Cataluna

The dance of tutu and politicians

Running for political office in Hawai'i takes more than a Reyn's shirt and a Web site. It takes the humbling endurance of... More »

Jerry Burris

Rail debate possibly driven by behavior

As the debate over a rail transit project for Honolulu groans on, many are wondering what the fuss is all about. More »

William Cole

Destroyer sinking was a bittersweet moment for some

A lot of USS Fletcher destroyer history at Pearl Harbor came to a dramatic end last month when the ship, formerly DD-992,... More »

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Dairy Queen-Miracle Treat Day

Kahuku Library to Host Programs in August

Edible Gardening Workshop August 9

Hawaiian Invitational Water Polo Tournament Celebrates 40 Years

Sam Choy's New Menu Celebrates the Flavors of the Islands

Hawaii Red Cross Invites Community to Attend Disaster Preparedness Seminars

Plant Sale with a Purpose

Kauai Bodyboarding Association

Dutch Master Floral Designer gives two workshops in Honolulu

Kaimuki Library to Host a 'Bookzilla' Sale