Ohana Summit to focus on family issues
The 2013 Ohana Summit will focus on issues confronting Hawaii families and present information on topics ranging from cyberbullying and childhood obesity to science, technology, engineering and math education.
Featured speaker is Sandra Millon Underwood of the University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, a nationally recognized educator and researcher who has championed the cause of improving access to the latest medical research, information and programs for women, minorities, the disadvantaged and the underserved. A motivational speaker, she will address the movement to consider STEM education as critical to career success, health and well-being.
Also among the summit’s events is a discussion about STEM education with National Weather Service Deputy Director Edward Young and Kapiolani Community College Chancellor Leon Richards.
The event is sponsored by community service nonprofit organization The Links Inc. and the University of Hawaii Cancer Center.
It will be held at 9 a.m. Nov. 16 at the UH Cancer Center, 701 Ilalo St. The summit will provide access to professionals and hands-on activities for children of all ages. For more information and to register, go to www.hawaiichapterlinks.com.
Decision on telescope leases deferred
The state Land Board has deferred a decision on the University of Hawaii’s request to extend leases that allow telescopes on Mauna Kea for another 45 years, through 2078.
The Board of Land and Natural Resources heard testimony on the request Friday in Honolulu but had to defer the decision due to a loss of quorum.
The university is asking to extend leases for more than 11,000 acres.
Lihue roadwork to close lanes near post office
The Kauai Department of Public Works is scheduled to remove vertical plastic lane markers on Rice Street fronting the Lihue Post Office.
The project is set for 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday.
While the work is underway, there will be one lane of traffic in each direction. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving through the area and to follow all traffic control devices as well as the flagmen.
For additional information, call Scott Suga at 241-4844.
