Kokua Line: Where and when are Kapiolani lane closures?
Question: What is the schedule for the lane closures on the H-1 eastbound that made traffic so bad? Read more
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Opinions, guest essays and editorials from the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. Featuring Kokua Line, Rearview Mirror, David Shapiro, Richard Borreca and others.
David Shapiro: President needs a real job like city mayors have to do
One idea from Mayor Rick Blangiardi’s State of the City speech caught my attention most. Read more
On Politics: Let’s hope long-time obstacles won’t trip mayor’s goals
In his televised State of the City address last week to kick off his second four-year term in City Hall, Blangiardi’s vocabulary showed how he thinks of his job. Read more
Dave Reardon: Hawaii closer to getting it right with AD search
If it seems like the University of Hawaii went through this process quite recently, it’s because it did. Read more
Column: Pilikia ke Ke‘ena Mālama Nohona Lāhui
Synopsis: The Social Security Administration might make it harder to access benefits in order to reduce operational costs. Read more
Facts of the Matter: Self-awareness is antidote to Dunning-Kruger effect
In our daily lives we often encounter people who confidently assert their knowledge on subjects they barely understand. Read more
Kokua Line: When is next e-waste event in town?
Question: Regarding the drive-thru e-waste recycling events, do they ever hold those in town? The last one was in Waianae, which was too far for me. Read more
Rearview Mirror: Pidgin English has roots in 16th-century trade
In the 1500s, Europeans began sending ships to distant Asian ports for things like spices, tea, silk, cotton, diamonds, pearls and ivory. These traders developed a language so that they could understand each other. Read more
Kokua Line: How long does it take to get Social Security appointment?
Appointments are typically scheduled two to four weeks out, according to the agency’s website, but first you have to get through on the phone to make the appointment. Read more
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Kokua Line: Do adults needs a measles booster shot?
Question: I’ve read about the necessity for measles vaccines for children, but what about those of us who got our measles vaccine many years ago? Is it necessary for adults to get a booster? I will be traveling internationally in April and May, so I would like to be properly set up before I go if this is what is recommended. Read more
Tech View: Strong policies, investments crucial to secure food system
Kokua Line: Why is retroactive Social Security payment so low?
Jerry Campany: Few writers could string 2 sentences together like my work mom
Cindy Luis died on Sunday, right in the middle of her living her best life. Read more
Kokua Line: Will Social Security have phone service?
Question: Auwe! You already can’t walk into the Social Security office (appointment needed) and now they are going to limit phone calls? This is getting ridiculous! Read more
On Politics: Agree to agree that fed chaos will hurt isle economy
It must be a first: This is not the time to worry because of a disagreement — instead, we should worry because of an agreement. Read more
Dave Reardon: Layoff might have cost Rainbow Wahine some momentum
Somehow two double-byes turned into double bye-bye. Read more
David Shapiro: A Copper State parable for Hawaii pols’ gold lust
Many Arizonans are up in arms over a tentative proposal by their part-time state legislators to double their pay. Read more
Column: Aia iā wai ke kuleana no ka hua‘ōlelo ‘poi’?
Synopsis: Can pounded taro corms that are imported from elsewhere be called “poi”? Who makes this determination? Read more
Rearview Mirror: Lex Brodie ran business with courtesy, honesty
Brodie valued being both straightforward and appreciative, and his actions showed it. Let’s find out about one of Hawaii’s legendary entrepreneurs. Read more
Kokua Line: Why is it so hard to cull feral chickens?
Can anyone explain why our government is reluctant to remove feral chickens that move into our community (for example, at Kaiser and McKinley high schools, UH Manoa, etc.)? Read more
Kokua Line: Must ride-share drivers pay general excise tax?
Are ride-share drivers required to pay GET in Hawaii? Read more
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