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Above, avid junior astronomers Austin Nakamura, left, Melia Cavedoni and Crayson Mento vie to answer a question posed by the presenter. The third- and fourth-grade students are from two class sections taught by Leah MacLeod and John Cuban at Haaheo Elementary School. WILLIAM ING/Tribune-Herald |
Getting hooked on science
Haaheo Elementary School students journeyed through the solar system Tuesday without ever leaving the classroom, traveling millions of miles in less than an hour with just a little help from the Challenger Center's National Science Education Program.
Thirty-seven third- and fourth-graders were among thousands of East Hawaii school children being treated to the Challenger Center's stimulating astronomy program this week. Full Story » |
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Hawaiian recognition revived
WASHINGTON -- Reminding Congress that the U.S. government overthrew the Kingdom of Hawaii more than 100 years ago, Sen. Daniel Akaka on Tuesday revived a bill that would allow Native Hawaiians to seek self- governing rights.
Wednesday, January 26, 2005 11:32 AM HST
Doctor sued over diagnosis
A former Big Island businesswoman is suing an emergency room doctor for alleged negligence that led to brain damage.
Wednesday, January 26, 2005 11:32 AM HST
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A lot of action is expected
Seven schools are chasing two state spots in the Big Island Interscholastic Federation softball tournaments, which promise unpredictablity in the opening rounds today.
Wednesday, January 26, 2005 11:33 AM HST
Three teams win to keep pace with Hilo
Kohala, Konawaena and Waiakea all won in Big Island Interscholastic Federation basketball Tuesday night, remaining in a three-way tie in the standings.
Wednesday, January 26, 2005 11:33 AM HST
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Strength meets grace in dance
Like the fungus for which it is named, the dance company Pilobolus sprung into the consciousness of America's Baby Boom generation nearly three-and-a-half decades ago. From there Pilobolus mushroomed, becoming one of the most respected modern dance companies in the land.
Friday, January 21, 2005 8:36 AM HST
Art auction aids tsunami victims
Like many Big Islanders, Steve Irvine had a visceral reaction to the images of death that were transmitted nightly by television in the wake of the South Asia tsunami that has claimed the lives at least 158,000 and as many as 221,000, according to differing government reports.
Friday, January 21, 2005 8:36 AM HST
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