From Our Files
From Our Files, May 2005
Author: Ronna Bolante
High School in Hawai‘i: An Inside Story
Honolulu Magazine associate editor Ronna Bolante goes to Moanalua High School for a week, to go to classes, to meet the teachers and espcially the students.
Real Estate: Get The Most Out Of Your Investment
The best ways to maintain your home and raise its value on the market. Maintenance is better than repairing in the long run
Recommended
Recommended media, April 2005, Mark Lutwak, Daniel de Castro, Deborah Pope, Gary Pak, Children of a Fireland, Dead man, Neil Young, Ray Charles, Genius Loves Company
Portrait of Kailua
Photo: heather titus Through sheer determination, Kailua photographer Heather Titus managed to sell hundreds of copies of her first book—before it even hit the stores. Passion & Beauty showcases more than 20 years of Titus’ work, capturing images of beaches…
The Life of a Legend
Photo: Courtesy of the Aikau Family Eddie Aikau is one of the most revered figures in Hawaii’s history. But few people know any more about him than his accomplishments as a big-wave surfer and his tragic disappearance at sea 27…
Q + A, Ann Wright
Ann Wright speaks out about military politics and Iraq and Afghanistan
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From Our Files, April 2005. Honolulu Magazine
From Our Files
March 1920: This peculiar cover of the March 1920 issue of Paradise of the Pacific, left, predecessor to HONOLULU Magazine, celebrates the Shrin-ers’ Happyland Circus and Funfest, an annual three-day event in Honolulu commemorating Washington’s birthday. The Shriners…
Crisis in the Trauma Center
The trauma center at Queen’s saves hundreds of lives every year. What happens if it closes?
From Our Files
"From Our Files" May 2004 Honolulu Magazine
Two Skinny Chefs
TWO SKINNY CHEFS on KGMB 96:30 p.m. Saturdays, re-telecast 4 p.m. Sundayswww.twoskinnychefs.com Felix and Oscar. McGarrett and Dano. Starsky and Hutch. Chai and Beth-An? Well, why not? Every successful TV duo is a study in contrasts, and these hosts…
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HONOLULU Magazine and Paradise of the Pacific, chronicling the Islands since 1888.
Selling a Real Hawaii
Peter Apo talks about the Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association
Remembering Korea
A visit to the National Korean War Museum
From Our Files
Honolulu Magazine and Paradise of the Pacific-- chronicling the Islands since 1888.
Peter the Prosecutor
Peter Carlisle is exactly what you'd expect from a prosecutor—a quick-on-his-feet, tough-talking lawman who lives to put away bad guys.
From Our Files
HONOLULU Magazine and Paradise of the Pacific—chronicling the Islands since 1888.
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February archives
Rescue Your Stuff
We’ve scoured Honolulu for the quickest, easiest and most reliable repair ideas.
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January Archives
Hawaiian ™
There's a small but skilled group of local artisans who practice crafts that were important to ancient Hawaiians. How can they make a living when foreign imitations of their work sell for much less?
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1937Isle resident C.H. Martin describes skiing the slopes of Mauna Kea as part of a Hawaii Tourist Bureau effort to determine whether the sport could become a major Hawai'i attraction. "All that may be considered typically Hawaiian was lost completely…
Best Bars 2007
Almost everyone over the age of 21 has a spirited opinion on the best bar in Honolulu.
Bones of Contention
Nearly 20 years ago, the State Historic Preservation Division was created to guard Hawaii's history in the face of rapid development. Today, Hawaiian activists, archaeologists and even developers say it's not doing its job.
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October archives
Q&A: Andy Bumatai
We caught up with the veteran comedian a few weeks after the premiere of his new nightly KFVE talk show, NightTime with Andy Bumatai.
Film for All
No matter what kind of moviegoer you are, this year’s Hawaii International Film Festival has got you covered.
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September Archives
Live Well for Less
Want to beat the high cost of living in the Islands? Move to Minneapolis. Barring that, you can read this story, which has ideas on how to stretch your dollar.
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August archives
Cheap Eats
Hungry for good values, we combed through the Islands in pursuit of delicious meals for $20 or less. We lunched, we brunched, we wined, we dined. And we found you can eat well, accompanied only by a minted portrait of Andrew Jackson. The secret is not just knowing where to go, but what to order. So grab your wallet, and follow us.
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July archives
From Our Files
June
50 Greatest Songs of Hawai‘i
An esteemed panel of musicologists, producers and artists select the 50 greatest songs in Hawai‘i music history.
Ready for the Real World?
Why Hawaii's public education system isn’t doing enough to prepare your kids for life after high school.
From Our Files
April
Q + A
The Freshman Rebel
Best of Honolulu 2007
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Best of Honolulu – Services
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Best of Honolulu – Entertainment
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Best of Honolulu – Shopping
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Best of Honolulu – Food
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Best of Honolulu – Fitness
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
Food: Gettin’ Dressed
Forget ranch, Thousand Island and blue cheese. Who needs run-of-the-mill salad dressings when we’ve got tasty creations made especially for us in Hawai‘i? Here are just five of the Islands’ offerings.
By the Numbers
2007: The Priciest Year Yet
Best of Honolulu – People
It’s that time of year again. We’ve scoured the island, grilled the experts and enlisted your help to bring you the best “Best of Honolulu“ ever.
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