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VICK SIGNS 1-YEAR CONTRACT WITH STEELERS SPORTS, 1B Looking for a vehicle? Save time, See us first! 808-334-1111 Pre-Owned Motor Cars across from McDonald’s Apply online: Hawaiicar.com We service your vehicle whether you buy it here or not! WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2015 WESTHAWAIITODAY.COM 75¢ County promises, pays to settle ADA lawsuit BY NANCY COOK LAUER WEST HAWAII TODAY [email protected] Hawaii County has embarked upon a two-year plan to improve services for those disabled individuals who can’t ride the Hele-On public bus system. The paratransit plan, which will cost about $800,000 the first year, is part of a 20-page settlement agreement signed Aug. 13 by U.S. District Judge Leslie E. Kobayashi in Honolulu after the county was sued for not complying with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act. Maui resident Ed Muegge filed the lawsuit claiming he was denied equal access to the transit system because he uses an electric scooter. He said he needs public transportation to get from Kona International Airport to Uncle Billy’s Kona Bay Hotel on Alii Drive when he comes to visit friends in Kailua-Kona. In addition, Muegge, a frequent filer of ADA lawsuits, will receive $10,000 in the settlement. His Honolulu attorney, Lunsford Phillips, will receive $30,000, with another $5,000 available for follow-up and monitoring work. “We believe the settlement is reasonable and avoids significant risk for the county,” Corporation Counsel Molly Stebbins said Tuesday. “It’s hard to say what the costs will be at this point,” Mass Transit Administrator Tiffany Kai said Tuesday. “We’re looking at approximately $800,000. Once we SEE ADA PAGE 4A A rider in a scooter boards the privately owned Hoppa On Hoppa Off sightseeing bus in Hilo in this April 24, 2014 photo. NANCY COOK LAUER/WEST HAWAII TODAY Road Work Ahead Fair coming to town BY LAURA SHIMABUKU WEST HAWAII TODAY [email protected] The EK Fernandez Big Island Fair is coming to Old Kona Airport Park. Fair hours are 6 p.m. to midnight Thursday and Friday, noon to midnight Saturday and noon to 10 p.m. Sunday. Entertainment includes a circus show, One Rhythm, Da Braddahs, an Elvis Tribute and photo opportunities with Storybook Entertainment. Visit EKFernandezshows. com for show times and fair details. Queen Kaahumanu Highway construction to start Sept. 1 BY BRET YAGER WEST HAWAII TODAY [email protected] Area 51 sits Tuesday at Old Kona Airport Park, ready to be set up for the EK Fernandez Big Island Fair. LAURA SHIMABUKU/WEST HAWAII TODAY West Hawaii got its first glimpse Tuesday of what the commute along Queen Kaahumanu Highway — or a trip to the airport — will be like for a couple of years. It will be a busy time for construction crews working to widen the highway. The speed limit will be lower and 15 to 20 trucks will be entering and leaving the roadway. But Hawaii Department of Transportation officials say that access at SEE CONSTRUCTION PAGE 4A HURR 2 Tropical Storm forms far ESE of Hawaiian Islands WEST HAWAII TODAY Tropical Storm Ignacio formed Tuesday far east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands. Located 1,525 miles east-southeast of the Big Island, Ignacio featured 45 mph winds and was tracking INDEX HI 88 LO 79 NOAA/CPHC/SPECIAL TO WEST HAWAII TODAY SEE TROPICAL PAGE 4A Classified . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6B WEATHER, PAGE 8A 015 westhawaiitoday.com toward the west at 6 mph, National Hurricane Center forecasters said at 5 p.m. Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 45 miles from the center. A decrease in shear, combined with 82- to 84-degree Annie’s Mailbox . . . . . . 4B ON AS IGNACIO ANE SE IC Comics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5B Nation & World . . . . . . . . .3A Get more hurricanerelated content, including preparation tips, evacuation info and daily tropical weather updates, on our hurricane season page, sponsored by Clark Realty, at www. westhawaiitoday.com/ hurricane-season-2015. Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6A Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1B VOL. 47, NO. 238 18 PAGES Grand Opening of our Vist us at our NEW Address: 73-5593A Olowalu Street, Kailua-Kona Hin ★ t lu S a low O St nu St 808-331-8505 www.hawaii-forest.com ni a aL Kama new outdoors store coming soon! community 2A Island Life Free youth archery classes to begin soon Hawaii County Parks and Recreation is registering children ages 9 through 14 for a beginner and intermediate archery class. Classes will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. and from 4 to 5 p.m. on three consecutive Wednesdays starting Sept. 2 at Hale Halawai. Students should specify which class they are registering for. Registration runs through Monday. Class size is limited, so early registration is encouraged. The activity is free, but the donation of two packages of balloons to be used as targets is appreciated. Participants may use their own equipment but it must be approved by the recreation director. For more information or to register, call Marshall at 327-3565. Kealakehe High council meets Thursday Kealakehe High School Community Council meets at 4:30 p.m. Thursday in the Administration Conference Room. The council discusses policies and current events. Parents and community members are welcome to attend. For more information, contact Verna Takamoto at 960-8766. Pedego Big Island plans grand opening A new Pedego Big Island electric bike store is having its grand opening celebration beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday. The public is invited to attend. Co-owners Craig and Michelle Pivo have chosen their electric bikes for their power, reliability and durability. From beachy Comfort Cruisers to hill-tackling Interceptors and sleek Dutch streetstyle City Commuters, fat-tire Trail Trackers and super-strong Stretch cargo bikes, there is a model for everyone. While vacationing in California, the Pivos discovered Pedego electric bikes. After enjoying enormous fun, they decided to open a Pedego shop on the Big Island — where they wednesday, august 26, 2015 | west hawaii today About Town knew people would appreciate the kokua these bikes provide by flattening hills and making headwinds a breeze. In the process, the Pivos chose to remake their own lives. Saying farewell to their longtime corporate careers in the pharmaceutical industry, they set up shop in one of the world’s most scenic vacation locales. Pedego Big Island offers Pedego electric bikes for sale, tours and rentals. Located at 75-5669 Alii Drive, Suite 1107, the shop is across from Kailua Pier. The company also offers authorized Pedego service on the premises. It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, email info@pedegobi. com, call 333-5122 or visit pedegobigisland.com. Church plans Sept. 12 bazaar St. Augustine Episcopal Church is having its annual bazaar from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 12. There will be ethnic foods, baked goods, white elephant, boutique, plants, shave ice, barbecue sticks, hot dogs and hamburgers and a silent auction. The thrift store will also be open. Entertainment will be by David Gomes, Na Kupuna O Kohala, RMD Kohala/ Waimea taiko group, Errol Ishimine, Uncle Henry Dulan and St. Augustine’s Sunday School children. Organizers are also accepting gently used or new items for its white elephant or silent auction. Contact Kathy at 8895801. Cash donations are also welcome. For more information, contact the church office at 889-5390 or email [email protected]. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: A purple glow is seen in the sky over Kailua Bay after sunset. Sharon Abrams/Community Contributor; The sunset filled the sky with color after a day of rain in Waikoloa Village. Lynda Terry/Community Contributor; A sunset is seen Monday from Makalei Estates after a full day of rain. Carole Ann Kwiat/Community Contributor; Unusual clouds formed off the Kona coast Saturday as Tropical Storm Kilo passed by the island. Michael Griggs/Community Contributor 75-5580 Kuakini Highway, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 ADVERTISING HOW TO REACH US CUSTOMER SERVICE RETAIL ADVERTISING Dennis Francis President [email protected] 808-529-4700 Nancy Cook-Lauer County / Government Reporter [email protected] 464-9709 J.R. 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Where the market might bottom out is anyone’s guess — not exactly comforting news to anyone whose retirement savings or down payment on a house are tied up in stocks. The rally came after China lowered interest rates to try to boost its slowing economy. Other world markets surged on the news out of Beijing, and for a while, it looked as if U.S. stocks would follow suit and the global sell-off might stop. Stocks also got a lift from economic reports showing a rebound in U.S. consumer confidence and sales of new American homes. Suspect watched jihadi video on train PARIS — Minutes before he slung an assault rifle across his chest and walked through a highspeed train, the Moroccan suspect in the foiled attack watched a jihadi video on his cellphone, the French prosecutor said in formally opening a terrorism investigation Tuesday. The actions by Ayoub El-Khazzani on the Amsterdam-to-Paris train Friday night and information from other European authorities on his travels and apparent links to radical Islam prompted the investigation, said prosecutor Francois Molins. El-Khazzani, 26, was tackled and tied up by five passengers, including three Americans and a Briton, averting what President Francois Hollande said “could have degenerated into monstrous carnage.” During questioning by authorities, El-Khazzani said he had no terrorism plans and had found a bag of weapons Thursday in a Brussels park and planned to use them to rob passengers, Molins said. But the suspect grew less and less lucid as he gave his explanation, the prosecutor added, and eventually stopped talking to investigators altogether. One reason investigators suspect a premeditated attack was that El-Khazzani, who claimed to be homeless and living in a Brussels park, used a first-class ticket, Molins said. The suspect refused to take an earlier train, he added, although there were seats available — “the sign of a planned project.” As Islamic State militants destroy artifacts, heritage always a target across centuries of war CAIRO — A nearly 2,000-year-old temple in the Syrian city of Palmyra this week was the latest victim in the Islamic State group’s campaign of destruction of historic sites across the territory it controls in Iraq and Syria. The group has destroyed ancient buildings and artifacts, as well as shrines to Shiite and Sunni Muslim saints — looting some sites for profit — all in the name of purging what it considers symbols of idolatry to create a society dedicated solely to its extreme and violent interpretation of Islam. The IS campaign has horrified many around the world with a scope of destruction that hasn’t been seen for decades. Still, it isn’t unprecedented. Throughout the centuries, invaders, religious fanatics and colonizers have targeted works of art, houses of worship and other pieces of heritage. The goal is often to uproot, eliminate, replace or impose control over the culture and heritage of their opponents. Nearly every ethnic or religious conflict across history has seen at least some cultural destruction, along with genocides like the Nazi Holocaust against the Jews. Obama puts people on notice’ LAS VEGAS — President Barack Obama is putting people on notice: He’s back from vacation feeling “refreshed, renewed, recharged” — and “a little feisty.” He immediately showed his feisty side. At a Democratic fundraiser Monday night in Nevada, Obama declared himself ready for the challenges he faces this fall in dealing with a Republican Congress that disagrees with him on the budget, energy policy, education and much more. Obama said that as he’d ridden to the fundraiser with Senate Democratic leader Harry Reid, they’d done some reminiscing and spent some time “figuring out how we are going to deal with the crazies in terms of managing some problems.” He didn’t identify exactly who the two of them had defined as “crazies.” By wire sources A group of migrants entering a migrant camp close to the Serbian-Hungarian border in the northern Serbian town of Kanjiza, Tuesday. Darko Vojinovic/The Associated Press U.N. Predicts 3,000 Refugees a Day Will Pass Through Balkans By ALISON SMALE The Associated Press BERLIN — Three thousand migrants a day will pour into the Balkans trying to reach Western Europe in the next few months, the United Nations forecast Tuesday, a few hours after a suspected arson attack destroyed a sports hall in Germany where some migrants were to be sheltered. The German police said they believed the fire in Nauen, about 25 miles west of Berlin, had been deliberately set, the latest of more than 200 attacks directed against migrants in the country this year. It was spotted just after 2 a.m. and swiftly destroyed the sports hall, which had been prepared to serve as temporary housing for about 100 migrants, authorities said. No one was injured in the fire. Officials throughout the country have scrambled to find or adapt decent places to shelter new arrivals in Germany, where the struggle to stop antiimmigrant violence has vied for headlines with a mass migration not seen in Europe since the wars that ripped apart Yugoslavia in the 1990s. The U.N. refugee agency said it expected about 3,000 people to cross into Macedonia every day from Greece, the first European Union nation they reach in their flight from conflict and deprivation in the Middle East and beyond. “We do not see any end to the influx of people in coming months,” Melissa Fleming, chief spokeswoman for the office of the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees, said Tuesday in Geneva. She cited continued violence in Syria and Iraq and deteriorating conditions for refugees in overcrowded camps and homes in Turkey, Jordan and Lebanon. Fleming said that Germany and Sweden had taken in 43 percent of the asylum seekers in the 28-nation European Union, and she suggested that the burden should be divided more evenly. “We honestly believe if correct measures are taken this is something that Europe can handle,” Fleming said, according to Reuters. “It’s a bigger number than last year, yes. But it’s not going to turn Europe upside down.” Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany, who on Monday denounced neo-Nazi riots near Dresden late last week as “repugnant,” said she would visit Heidenau, the site of those disturbances, on Wednesday, a day before she attends a conference in Vienna to discuss stanching the flow of arrivals from the Balkans. Merkel’s visit to Heidenau will be her first to a refugee facility since the crisis intensified in recent weeks, when many migrants started moving north from Turkey, through Greece and the Balkans, to Hungary and beyond. On Tuesday, a day after she joined France in urging more European action, Merkel reiterated that Germany and a handful of other countries needed help in tackling the problem. “Three or four out of 28 cannot bear the whole burden,” the chancellor told a crowd in Duisburg, a city in the German state with the most refugees, North Rhine-Westphalia. Germany, Sweden, Austria and France have led the way in sheltering new arrivals, according to European officials. The vice chancellor of Germany, Sigmar Gabriel, leader of the Social Democrats and minister for the country’s booming economy, visited Heidenau on Monday, diverting from a planned tour of “Silicon Saxony,” the technology startup scene around Dresden. An amateur video posted on the website of the weekly newsmagazine Der Spiegel on EARN UP TO Tuesday showed battles between right-wing protesters, some of them masked, and the police in Heidenau. The clashes over the weekend left at least 31 wounded. German news media have reported that hundreds of people turned out for a demonstration Friday evening organized by the far right National Democratic Party in Heidenau, which like Nauen has a population of about 16,000. Some of those demonstrators then battled the police. On Saturday evening, antiimmigrant protesters and a group welcoming the new arrivals were both on the streets of Heidenau as police officers escorted four busloads of migrants to the converted building where they are now housed. Bottles and stones were thrown at the buses and at the police. “It is repugnant how rightwing extremists and neo-Nazis are trying to spread their dumb message of hate around a facility for refugees,” Merkel said Monday. She particularly condemned those who just watched, some of whom even took children along. German leaders have so far failed to halt the attacks on arriving foreigners. After returning from vacation and trying to settle the financial crisis over Greece, Merkel predicted that the new wave of migration would command the attention of European leaders for even longer than the past months of negotiations over a new bailout for the government in Athens. Since then, barely a day has passed without fresh accounts of migrants moving north, or of facilities for them coming under attack. A refugee shelter burned Sunday night in the western German state of Baden-Wurttemberg. So far, no injuries have been reported in the attacks, which totaled 202 in the first six months of this year, compared with 198 in all of 2014. 60,000 WITH YOUR CABINET & COUNTERTOP PURCHASE WWW.HPMHAWAII.COM Place your order by September 30, 2015 to receive miles! Please allow 8 weeks after you receive your order in full for miles to post to member account. All standard HawaiianMiles program terms and conditions apply. wednesday, august 26, 2015 | west hawaii today 4A Oceanic-Charter merger before DCCA By IVY ASHE Hawaii Tribune-Herald A proposed merger between the parent company of cable provider Oceanic Time Warner and Charter Communications Inc. is currently before the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. The merger application was announced in mid-July and is part of a three-way transaction between Charter, Time Warner Cable Inc. and Bright House Networks. The latter does not have any operations in Hawaii. According to the merger application, the new company will be able to “leverage the best aspects of each of the three participants.” Oceanic, a subsidiary of Time Warner Cable, has six franchises in the state of Hawaii. According to a spokesperson at the DCCA, state regulations mandate that no cable franchise can have a change of ownership without approval of the department’s director. State rules also require public hearings to be held regarding the proposal. This is the second time in the past year that Oceanic Time Warner’s parent company has been part of a planned merger. Last year, a planned $45 billion bid from Comcast to purchase the company prompted enough concern from consumer advocacy groups and federal regulators that it was ultimately dropped. In that case, the primary concern was that the merger would put about 55 percent of broadband subscribers under one company and in doing so pose “an unacceptable risk to competition and innovation,” Federal Communications Commission Chairman Tom Wheeler said at the time. According to an announcement from the DCCA, Charter and Time Warner Cable have stated their commitment to a “free and open Internet” and to expanding digital infrastructure. The application includes a commitment to expand broadband and digital cable, including the full transition of Time Warner’s cable systems to all-digital within 30 months of the merger. Charter pledged to provide service to unserved areas and increase Wi-Fi access points for its mobile network. It will also, according to the application, “continue to create thousands of U.S.-based jobs by hiring for customer service call centers and field technician operations located throughout the country, and (by) returning (Time Warner Cable) call center jobs to the U.S.” Charter currently serves more than 4.8 million residential customers, according to the merger application. The resulting company — New Charter — would serve about 23.9 million customers in 41 states. It would be the third-largest multichannel video programming distributor in the country, after AT&TDirecTV and Comcast. Big Island residents will have a chance to offer comment during two public hearings next month. Hilo will host a hearing on Sept. 9 at 4:30 p.m. in the Aupuni Center conference room. On Sept. 10, a hearing takes place in Kona at 4:30 p.m. at the West Hawaii Civic Center Community Meeting Hale. Public comment also can be provided by emailing cabletv@dcca. hawaii.gov. Written comments can be sent to Cable Television Division, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 541, Honolulu, HI 96809. Email Ivy Ashe at iashe@ hawaiitribune-herald.com. Queen Kaahumanu Highway is seen running through North Kona. West Hawaii Today file photo CONSTRUCTION: Numerous roadside memorials must still be removed continued from page 1a existing intersections, turns and pedestrian crossings will be maintained and the work will be staged so that traffic is affected as little as possible. “This has been a long time coming, and everyone wished it would have been sooner,” said Ed Sniffen, the DOT’s deputy director for roads, to a room of about 150 people at the Kealakehe High School cafeteria on Tuesday evening. The DOT has given the general contractor Goodfellow Bros. Inc. the notice to proceed effective Sept. 1. The $100 million project will widen Queen Kaahumanu Highway from two lanes to four between Kealakekehe Parkway and Kona International Airport, providing signals, drainage, LED lighting and other improvements over a 5.2-mile stretch. New traffic signals at six intersections will be interconnected and coordinated to maximize traffic flow, and the county will have the ability to control the lights to maximize that efficiency, Sniffen said. Eight to 10-foot shoulders will accommodate both cyclists and pedestrians. Work will start on the makai side of the highway first, with four months of grading and utility work, followed by pavement from Hina Lani Street to the airport. The same work will follow on the makai side south of Hina Lani. Traffic will then be shifted to the makai side as workers complete the widening of the mauka portion of the highway by tearing up the weak portions of the existing asphalt and creating new lanes. “We intend to recycle as much asphalt as possible,” said Ed Brown, project manager for Goodfellow Bros. Truck volume will be fairly heavy because a massive amount of fill will need to be brought in from quarries, he said. Construction of the asphalt roadway is expected to take two years. The speed limit will be lowered to 35 mph during the work. “We’re going to be working six days a week the first year,” Brown said. “We’ll have very little night work.” The project will make the crowded, dangerous road safer for all, said Kahu Danny Akaka during a pule for the new roadway. “Far too many lives have been lost already,” Akaka said. The project was first awarded six years ago, but was held up by cultural consultations, archaeological studies, and a realignment to avoid 23 out of the 76 historical structures in its path. As part of an agreement with Native Hawaiian consultees, cultural and archaeological monitors will be assigned to each piece of earth moving equipment when it is working in previously undisturbed ground. Numerous roadside memorials must still be removed so construction can start, Brown said. “If you know anyone who has memorials out there, we’re trying to reach out to everybody,” Brown said. “We have to start the construction. The artifacts that are still there will be gathered and held for 18 months.” Detailed information on the project is being provided on the website BuildQueenK. com, which includes a portal where feedback can be offered. The website will be regularly updated with progress reports, and a 24-hour hotline will be available for questions. The DOT will also hold ongoing community meetings to keep the public updated, Sniffen said. Tropical Storm Ignacio formed Tuesday morning far east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands. NASA/GOES-WEST/Special to West Hawaii Today TROPICAL: Current forecast has the storm peaking as a Category 1 hurricane packing 100 mph winds Friday continued from page 1a waters and a more favorable environment, is expected to further strengthen Ignacio in the coming days, forecasters said. Forecasters expect Ignacio to reach hurricane strength Thursday. The current forecast has the storm peaking as a Category 1 hurricane packing 100 mph winds Friday before westerly shear begins to weaken the weather system. By Sunday, the storm is expected to be about 400 miles east of the Big Island, according to current forecast models. Elsewhere in the Eastern Pacific, a low pressure area featuring showers and thunderstorms about 570 miles south-southwest of Manzanillo, Mexico, is showing signs of organization. Further development is expected and a tropical depression is expected to form by the end of the week. Meanwhile in the Central Pacific, Tropical Depression Kilo is forecast to restrengthen to a tropical storm by Thursday asit encounters warm waters northeast of Johnston Island, Central Pacific Hurricane Center forecasters said. Kilo was located almost 730 miles west of Kailua-Kona. In addition to Kilo, forecasters continue to keep tabs on Tropical Storm Loke located more than 1,400 miles west-northwest of KailuaKona. Loke was packing 60 mph and traveling toward the north-northeast at 17 mph. Elsewhere in the Central Pacific basin, no tropical cyclones are expected through Thursday afternoon, forecasters said. ADA: County is currently seeking a consultant to create a mass transit master plan continued from page 1a get that started, we’ll have a better idea.” The county is currently seeking a consultant to create a mass transit master plan, which could cost $500,000 to complete. Puna Councilman Dan Paleka, chairman of the council Public Safety and Mass Transit Committee, said the needs of elderly and disabled riders are definitely a part of that plan. “We’re meeting with stakeholders, and there will be opportunities for public input,” Paleka said Tuesday. “I’m confident it will be a good plan going forward.” The settlement requires the county to have a paratransit system in place within two years that operates during the same days and hours as the fixed route system for passenger pickups and dropoffs within one mile of the fixed route. Fares for a trip charged to an ADA paratransit eligible rider and attendant will be twice the fare that is charged to individuals paying full fare for a similar trip on the fixed route system. Full fare is currently $2 each way. Currently, Hele-On buses are described as accessible, but some riders who use the scooter-style mobility devices have found it difficult to fit in the aisles of some buses. The county will conduct an eligibility determination process that strictly limits eligibility for paratransit services to individuals who are not able to use the accessible fixed route services because of a disability, under the agreement. “It’s not like they’re doing anybody any favors. It’s long overdue,” Phillips said Tuesday. “I think it’s a promising sign that the county mass transit agency has submitted to implementing a far better paratransit system than it currently has. (But) the proof will be in the pudding.” The state Department of Transportation is monitoring the remediation of the Hele-On bus system for compliance with the ADA. The county is required to provide quarterly update reports on the progress of 15 remedial actions. The Americans With Disabilities Act, passed in 1990, outlaws discrimination against people with disabilities and sets out detailed guidelines for making public places accessible for them. Phillips said it’s especially egregious when governments such as Hawaii County accept federal funds for transportation services and then deny equal access to disabled travelers. It’s by no means the first time Muegge has settled cases following ADA complaints. Phillips, who said Muegge is a 100 percent disabled veteran, said his client files lawsuits out of personal frustration with access restrictions and for the public cause of improving access for those with disabilities. Last year, Muegge was one of the lead plaintiffs winning a $5.4 million settlement in a class-action federal lawsuit against Taco Bell Corp. after accusing the fast-food restaurant of violating the ADA in Santa Rosa, Calif., by imposing architectural barriers to diners in wheelchairs and scooters. Also last year, Muegge settled with Aqua Hotels and Resorts Inc. and its member hotels for damages of $50,000 plus attorneys’ fees and a remediation plan because many of the hotels in the chain did not have any fully accessible guestrooms. In 2013, Chief U.S. District Judge Susan Oki Mollway ruled that Muegge had no cause for action as a private citizen to require WalMart Stores Inc. to pay a fine to the state’s general fund for not having a sign depicting the handicapped aisle near a handicapped parking space at its Kihei, Maui, store. Muegge is currently suing taxi companies on Maui on ADA complaints. west hawaii today | wednesday, august 26, 2015 5A Oahu women charged with prostitution in brief | BIG ISLAND & STATE Firefighters extinguish Pahoa house fire Firefighters responded at 6:30 p.m. Monday to a fire in an unoccupied, single story home at 15-2685 Kumu St. in Pahoa. Smoke was visible from the rafters and flames were seen through the walls, according to the Hawaii Fire Department. Firefighters forced their way into the locked, fenced property and through boarded up entryways. The bathroom and part of the adjoining bedroom were on fire and most of the home’s interior suffered smoke damage. Estimated loss is $15,000. The fire was extinguished by 6:46 p.m. and the scene was turned over the a fire inspector. Cause of the fire is undetermined. Volcano Neighborhood Watch foils trespasser The Neighborhood Watch in Volcano lead to the arrest of a man on trespassing and drug charges, police said. Kehaulaniokekai Ching, 39, no permanent address, had been seen trespassing on a woman’s property for the third time at 12:45 p.m. Sunday, police said. Neighbors had allegedly seen Ching go on to their properties and had circulated a photo of him. “Upon learning of this latest incident, neighbors contacted their Neighborhood Watch representative, banded together, searched for the suspicious man and located him. After confronting him as a group, they called the police, who arrived 10 minutes later,” police wrote in a press release. Police searched a 5-gallon bucket that man had been carrying. Inside police said they found a clear plastic bag and cut straw with meth residue, 2.6 grams of dried marijuana and two unspent bullets. Ching was charged with trespassing, promoting a dangerous drug, promoting a detrimental drug, possession of drug paraphernalia and inappropriate storage of ammunition. Police encourage members of the public to become involved in Neighborhood Watch groups and to immediately report suspicious activity. The coordinator for the leeward districts of the islands is Sgt. Floyd Richards. He can be reached at 326-4646, ext. 259. National park to begin work on entrance station A project to replace window frames in both entrance station booths at Hawaii Volcanoes NationalPark will result in alternating lane closures for the next two weeks, the park announced. The project begins on Wednesday and is scheduled for completion on Sept. 3. Motorists, cyclists andpedestrians entering the park should anticipate delays at the entrance station between noon and10:30 p.m. for the duration of the project. Dates and times are subject to change, and the public will be notified if changes are necessary. Charges may be dismissed against woman in road rage case HONOLULU — Charges could be dismissed against a woman who was recorded shouting obscenities at another motorist in Moanalua. KHON-TV reported that Kimberly Ong pleaded no contest Monday to unauthorized entry into a vehicle. A circuit court judge agreed to a deferred acceptance motion, allowing the charges to be dismissed if Ong avoids criminal trouble for the next four years. She has been ordered to undergo anger management therapy. Ryan Arakaki captured Ong on camera driving a minivan with her son in the front passenger seat tailing him, getting out of her vehicle shouting obscenities and reaching into his window. The footage of the September 2014 incident was posted online and gained significant attention. Ong faces a sentence of up to five years in jail. By JOHN BURNETT Hawaii Tribune-Herald Two Oahu women were arrested Monday afternoon in Kailua-Kona and charged with prostitution. Schae Ann K. Enoka, 22, and Chantel-Marie Moanikeala De Jetley, 18, both of Waianae, Oahu, were taken into custody at about 4 p.m. at a vacation condominium building on Alii Drive. They were released on their own recognizance about 45 minutes later. Both women are scheduled to appear in Kona District Court on Sept. 24. Police Lt. Sherry Bird, who commands the Kona Vice Section, said the women were at the beachfront condominium and arresting officers found them by replying to an DOT removes controversial Oahu beach barriers HONOLULU — The Hawaii Department of Transportation has removed barriers blocking parking near a beach on Oahu’s North Shore, but parking still isn’t allowed. Hawaii News Now reported that in place of the concrete slabs near Laniakea Beach, DOT has installed “no parking” signs. The barriers were installed in December 2013 and have been a point of contention between the state and community members. A demonstration was held Monday to oppose the roadwork. Supporters said the blocks increased the flow of traffic, which others argue they illegally block access to the beach. The department is applying for a permit to replace the barriers. De Jetley Enoka Internet posting. Asked how often police see prostitution in Kona, Byrd replied, “It’s sporadic; it happens.” “I can’t say once a month or anything like that,” she added. “We try to stay vigilant and try to address any suspected ads that might be advertising prostitution.” Kona is one of the state’s premier visitor destinations, and Byrd said she thinks it’s “important” to keep prostitution out of the community, “not only for the safety of the community and the people who are around this kind of activity when it’s happening, but for the females and the males that are advertising these kinds of services, as well.” According to court records, Enoka has a prior prostitution arrest on Oahu a little more than two years ago. She pleaded no contest to the petty misdemeanor charge on Feb. 13, 2014, and was sentenced to two days in jail and fined $300. Enoka was granted a six-month deferred acceptance of her no contest plea, and her conviction was erased from the record on July 30, 2014. A search of court records found no prior convictions for De Jetley. Email John Burnett at jburnett@ hawaiitribune-herald.com. Ige: LNG use would distract from cleaner energy OK with Hawaii Gas using LNG as an alternative to the propane and synthetic natural gas it sells now — he just doesn’t want the company to give it to HECO for electricity generation. He also said his administration will actively oppose the construction of any future LNG receiving stations. Both companies said they remain committed to their plans despite Ige’s comments. A statement from HECO says the company supports the state’s renewable energy goal — and that LNG will help it get there. “We agree with Gov. Ige that any use of LNG should not result in development of major costly infrastructure that will impede our The Associated Press HONOLULU — The Hawaii governor on Monday said he opposes plans by state utilities to use liquefied natural gas to generate energy. Hawaiian Electric Co. and Hawaii Gas announced last year they planned to import more LNG because it would be cheaper and cleaner than burning oil. But Gov. David Ige said that would distract from the state’s goal to switch to renewable energy, reported the Honolulu Star-Advertiser. In June, Ige signed a law that set a goal for Hawaii to have 100 percent renewable electric power generation by 2045. The governor said he is By West Hawaii Today staff and wire sources renewable energy progress,” said HECO spokesman Darren Pai. “We are evaluating delivering LNG in (special shipping) containers to our generating stations on a transitional basis, an approach that requires minimal island infrastructure,” he added. He said HECO will reduce the amount of LNG purchased as more renewable energy becomes available. Hawaii Gas CEO and president Alicia Moy said the company is still considering selling LNG to HECO, although she said she supports the renewable energy goals. 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The rest of the Hawaiians celebrated the new found freedom when it became evident that the long held beliefs were just superstition based on self gratification. I suspect that when the Hawaiians first set sail to explore the vast Pacific Ocean, there were those, as in the days of Columbus, who wouldn’t venture out beyond the reef for fear of falling off the end of the Earth. Those who were “thinkers” and “adventurers” set out and settled in “The Loveliest Fleet of Islands that lies Anchored in any Ocean.” (Mark Twain) Some of us were brought up to understand that the first Hawaiians who came to Hawaii did believe in a God that was portrayed as Hina (white haired or ancient) and Ku (foundational and consistent). This explains why that God says “Come unto me all ye who are weary and heavy laden and I will give you rest.” The divine beings, referred to in the WHT article, require that rituals be performed at sitespecific locations that may be revealed at the last moment on Mauna Kea. In all of my years interacting with our alive, mainstream kupuna, I have never heard it mentioned that there was anyone who believed in this manner. It makes me wonder if this required site-specific ritual became a ritual specifically to interfere with the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope. It was interesting to read that one of the rituals was the welcoming of the sun by this group on one specific day. The rest of us understand the rotation of the Earth on its axis while following an orbit around the sun and are thankful for every day we live on this Earth. The Hawaiian equivalent for “good morning” is aloha ka kahi aka. To understand the term, one must separate the words. Aloha is comprised of two words, “alo” depicts a scene of two people facing each other. “Ha” refers to breath or life. The word “ka” is equivalent to the English word “the” or calling attention to. The word “kahi” is the act of scraping away something and “aka” is the Hawaiian word for “shadow.” Putting it all in English, aloha ka kahi aka means: I face you with life when the shadows are being scrapped away, referring to the period of time that night turns to day. To have a real live experiential understanding of this term, be in the district of Ka‘u where you are able to see Hilina Pali or at Kamaoa where you can observe the hill above Waiohinu. As the sun rises, it literally scrapes away the shadows in rapid succession, bringing life to the land. It happens every morning yet is never duplicated in awesomeness. The testifiers in Ibarra’s court justified their position by making a comparison that I think is very far off. They compared the Christian celebration of the Resurrection at a sunrise service, an event that took place 2,000 years ago, with them being on Mauna Kea at equinox, which takes place twice a year, every year, to do some ritual at some site-specific location that may be revealed at the last moment. In the days of old, Mauna Kea provided the Hawaiians with the best material to make stone adzes. Today, Mauna Kea provides us, the world, with the best site from which to view the heavens. While the stone tools of old are now precious artifacts, we as a people, now utilize stainless steel knives, the microwave, the chainsaw and other modern conveniences to enhance our lives. However, there are still those who choose the gods of sticks and stones to suppress greater understanding of our universe. Leningrad Elarionoff is a resident of Waimea. Viewpoint articles are the opinion of the writer and not necessarily the opinion of West Hawaii Today. Clarence Page | Tribune Content Agency The dubious origins of Trump’s immigration scheme V iewed through the lens of America’s civil rights history, Donald Trump’s new call to repeal birthright citizenship chimes with an ominous ring. Spoiler alert: It sounds like racism. It sounds like the Supreme Court’s declaration in 1857 that African-Americans were “so far inferior that they had no rights which the white man was bound to respect.” That quote comes from the 7-2 decision written by Chief Justice Roger B. Taney in the notorious Dred Scott case. It declared that Scott, a slave, could not be a citizen because he was African-American and, slave or free, had no standing to sue for his freedom in court. I bring that up because outrage over that awful decision led to the Civil War and the 14th Amendment, with which Trump now wants to tinker. The amendment was passed in 1868 at the urging of Republican lawmakers to overrule the Dred Scott decision in honor of Abraham Lincoln. Now it is Republican Trump in his first position paper as frontrunner for the Grand Old Party’s presidential nomination, who wants to water it down. Trump’s beef is with the Citizenship Clause, which states, “All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside.” The elegant simplicity of that clause troubles Trump, who attacks “birthright citizenship” as “the biggest magnet for illegal immigration.” Actually, the biggest magnets for immigrants continue to be what they always were — jobs, freedom and an opportunity to succeed. As jobs in this country declined in recent years, for example, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reports that illegal immigration also declined. But immigrants and other minorities offer an inviting target for demagogic populists, especially during times of economic hardship and sagging confidence in public institutions like government. We saw that in the backlash against civil rights in the postReconstruction period and during the 1960s civil rights revolution. We can see it in the antiimmigrant sentiments of the Know-Nothings before the Civil War and the anti-Chinese sentiment in the late 19th century’s immigration surge. Critics of birthright citizenship argue that the 14th Amendment was intended to protect the rights of slaves, not immigrants. But, as senior political reporters Amanda Terkel recently recounted in the Huffington Post, birthright citizenship came up during the amendment’s spirited legislative debate, too. Yet it passed without exceptions for immigrants. Later the progress/ backlash cycle resumed as economic fears led to passage of the Chinese Exclusion Act of 1882, which stopped Chinese immigration and barred Chinese in America from becoming citizens. But in 1898 the Supreme Court affirmed in the case of Wong Kim Ark that immigrants’ children born in the U.S. are entitled to citizenship. In the mid-1960s, Alabama’s Democratic Gov. George Wallace launched a new era of made-for-TV populist backlash politics with presidential campaigns on the heels of President Lyndon B. Johnson’s civil rights legislation. Insisting that his gripe was with liberals, not black folks, Wallace rallied millions of mostly white voters in the South and the North to the idea that they, not long-segregated African-Americans, were the real victims of “permissiveness,” crime, busing, Godlessness and “briefcase-toting liberal big government bureaucrats” with their “racial quotas.” Sound familiar? Trump may promote himself as political outsider who “speaks the truth” about a government that’s not working, but he didn’t invent that role. Wallace’s success would inspire others as varied as Ralph Nader on the left, Pat Buchanan on the right and Ross Perot in the fiscally conservative, third-party middle. In fact, Buchanan beat Trump to the idea of a wall on the Mexican border, which Pat — my longtime colleague on “The McLaughlin Group” — called “the Buchanan fence” during his 1992 presidential campaign. Outlandish, I thought. Not anymore. The only wall/fence debate left is over whether and how to complete it. Now Trump steps up to battle birthright citizenship. For years a small fringe of activists has been fighting that fight, clinging to their own arcane, odd readings of the legally enigmatic “subject to the jurisdiction thereof ” phrase. Sound outlandish? So do those who share Trump’s ridiculous doubts about President Barack Obama’s birth certificate. For some folks, reality isn’t good enough. Email Clarence Page at cpage@ tribune.com. Tell us about it Letters policy Do you have a story idea or news tip? Is there a community problem that has not been addressed? Do you know someone unique, whose story should be shared and enjoyed with the rest of the community? We want to know. Call the West Hawaii Today newsroom at 329-9311 or email news@ westhawaiitoday.com and share the information with our readers. It’s our community — and we care. Letters to the editor should be 300 words or less and will be edited for style and grammar. Longer viewpoint guest columns may not exceed 800 words. Email or address letters to: Editor West Hawaii Today PO Box 789 Kailua-Kona HI 96745 Email: [email protected] west hawaii today | wednesday, august 26, 2015 7A Sewage spill prompts closure of famed Hawaii beach By CALEB JONES The Associated Press HONOLULU — Stretches of Waikiki’s white sands and blue waters were deserted Tuesday after officials warned that heavy rains triggered a half-million-gallon sewage spill near Hawaii’s world-famous tourist district. Still, dozens of tourists waded into the water, and young parents carried their toddlers into the ocean, ignoring the warning signs about unsafe water. Carmen Antaky went swimming in Waikiki with her friend Sloan Hill-Lindsay on Tuesday. “I guess a lot of people are freaked out about it. We still jumped in,” Antaky said. They said they go in the water every day and were willing to take their chances. “We’re also from L.A., where it’s pretty polluted anyways,” HillLindsay added. The heavy rains overwhelmed the sewage system Monday morning, causing 500,000 gallons of wastewater to spew from manholes, said Lori Kahikina, Honolulu’s director of environmental services. “Now’s not the time to go swimming,” she told reporters on Monday. Lifeguards gave verbal warnings that the water was polluted, but they do not have enforcement powers so all they could do was warn visitors, officials said. Peter Parhar, from Vancouver, British Columbia, who was also on Waikiki Beach Tuesday, said the infrastructure should be A boat maneuvers out to sea near Point Panic in Honolulu, Monday. Cathy Bussewitz/The Associated Press improved and he was concerned about the city’s communication of the issue. “More should be done to inform the beach patrons of the risks of being in the water,” Parhar said. “For the tourist segment that isn’t English-speaking, they have no idea what’s going on and they’re carrying little infants into the water.” The city is advising people to avoid a 4-mile stretch of waterfront from Kapahulu Avenue in Waikiki to Point Panic in Kakaako. Sewage came out of manholes at Ala Moana Beach Park, on MacFarms of Hawaii WANTS TO BUY MAC NUTS In Husk or in Shell Price $1.00 per lb. WIS • No Charge for Husking • FREE Hauling MacFarms of Hawaii At 84 Mile Marker Call for pick up by appointment 808-328-2435 ext 123 In message, leave phone number a street fronting a shopping mall at the edge of Waikiki and a pumping station. The park is closed, and Honolulu police are keeping people away. Waikiki was not the only area of Oahu that was affected by an overflow of wastewater. The state Department of Environmental Services said that Kailua, Kaneohe and Kalanianaole Highway in Aina Hina also experienced overflowing sewer systems. The Department of Health issued warnings for people to stay out of the water in all affected areas, including Kaneohe and Mamala bays. Shayne Enright, a spokeswoman for the city’s Department of Emergency Services, cautioned that the ocean was dangerous. “We don’t know right now what is in the water. You could get a serious infection, get extremely sick or even worse,” she said. Kahikina said the storm water entered the sewage system as leaves and debris clogged the storm drains. Some witnesses reported people were opening manhole covers to let the storm water drain into the sewage system, even though sewage pipes and pumps aren’t designed to handle that volume of liquid, she said. It’s illegal to open manhole covers, Kahikina added. In 2006, the city temporarily closed Waikiki’s beaches after 48 million gallons of raw sewage poured into the Ala Wai Canal bordering the area’s hotels and condominiums. That spill occurred after a sewage line ruptured following weeks of heavy rains, forcing the city to divert wastewater into the canal. Lifeguards were warning visitors to all island beaches about a brown-water advisory issued by the Department of Health saying that flood waters might be contaminated. The entire state remained under a flash-flood watch again Tuesday, with more rain expected. This year’s hurricane season, which lasts through the end of November, has been particularly active. A new tropical storm, Ignacio, formed east of the Hawaiian Islands on Tuesday and is forecast to become a hurricane by Thursday, Central Pacific Hurricane Center Meteorologist Chevy Chevalier said. “It’s an above-average year already, and we’re still just in August,” he added. There have been 17 storms so far this year in the Pacific, 12 of which reached hurricane status, according to the National Weather Service. Six of those storms reached super-typhoon status, which means they had maximum sustained winds over 150 mph. Although it’s too early to predict, Ignacio’s current path could take it near or over the islands, Chevalier said. “The reason for the forecast of an above average tropical season in the Pacific this year is El Nino conditions,” Chevalier said in an email. “El Nino typically brings this area above normal sea surface temperatures and less vertical wind shear, both of which normally lead to tropical cyclone intensification.” Weather 8A TODAY’S WEATHER Hanalei KONA TIDES TODAY First High Low Second High Low 88/75 Kapaa 87/75 Kekaha 87/77 Kalaheo 85/73 Time 12:43 a.m. 6:51 a.m. Time 1:58 p.m. 8:27 p.m. Height 1.2’ 0.0’ Height 2.2’ 0.4’ Waialua 90/73 Laie 87/77 Mokapu 85/79 Ewa Beach Honolulu 88/74 89/77 Shown is today’s weather. Temperatures are today’s highs and tonight’s lows. SATELLITE VIEW Kaunakakai 87/73 Lanai 83/72 SUN AND MOON Sun Today Thursday Moon Today Thursday Rise 6:08 a.m. 6:08 a.m. Rise 4:18 p.m. 5:11 p.m. Last New First Aug 29 Sep 4 Sep 12 Sep 20 Wailuku 89/74 Hana 88/77 Kihei 90/70 Honokaa 85/74 Captain Cook 83/73 Mountain View 82/69 Naalehu 81/73 NATIONAL CITIES TODAY Hi/Lo/W City Shown are noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day. Hilo 88/73 Kailua-Kona 88/79 City NATIONAL WEATHER TODAY Set 6:45 p.m. 6:44 p.m. Set 2:57 a.m. 3:57 a.m. Full Kapaau 87/76 As of 3 p.m. yesterday. Wednesday, August 26, 2015 | west hawaii today Hi/Lo/W City Hi/Lo/W City Hi/Lo/W City Albany, NY 79/59/pc Bismarck 87/59/s Cincinnati 76/56/s Fairbanks 56/46/sh Juneau Albuquerque 86/65/t Boise 96/68/pc Cleveland 70/55/sh Fargo 79/58/s Kansas City Amarillo 91/68/s Boston 83/65/pc Columbia, SC 92/70/c Grand Rapids 68/50/pc Key West Anchorage 64/54/r Buffalo 70/56/sh Dallas 94/72/s Green Bay 69/48/s Lansing Atlanta 84/66/s Charleston, SC 89/73/t Denver 93/62/t Honolulu 89/77/pc Las Vegas Austin 96/68/pc Charleston, WV 78/56/s Des Moines 79/57/s Houston 93/66/s Little Rock Baltimore 82/60/s Charlotte, NC 86/66/pc Detroit 72/55/pc Indianapolis 76/57/s Los Angeles Billings 93/66/pc Cheyenne 89/60/t Duluth 71/48/s Jackson, MS 88/59/s Louisville Birmingham 82/62/s Chicago 74/56/s El Paso 95/72/pc Jacksonville 92/71/t Madison Weather(W): s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice. Hi/Lo/W City 68/50/s 81/61/s 89/80/t 69/50/pc 96/79/t 87/63/s 90/70/s 79/62/s 73/50/s NATIONAL SUMMARY: Showers will occur across the interior Northeast today. Showers and thunderstorms will develop along a stalled frontal boundary from the coastal Carolinas to Florida. Unseasonably cool air for this time of year will be in control across the East while the Plains warm up. Spotty thunderstorms will continue across the Rockies. Memphis Miami Milwaukee Minneapolis Nashville New Orleans New York City Norfolk Oklahoma City Hi/Lo/W City 83/62/s 90/77/t 69/56/s 74/56/s 82/60/s 89/70/s 85/67/s 84/71/t 91/67/pc Hi/Lo/W City Omaha Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, ME Portland, OR Providence Raleigh Hi/Lo/W City Hi/Lo/W 80/63/s Reno 92/60/s Seattle 82/57/pc 93/74/t Sacramento 96/62/s Spokane 91/62/pc 84/65/s St. Louis 80/60/s Syracuse 73/56/sh 105/86/t Salt Lake City 80/62/t Tampa 91/77/t 72/54/pc San Antonio 97/74/pc Tucson 97/75/pc 78/60/sh San Diego 84/73/pc Tulsa 90/65/pc 87/60/pc San Francisco 74/59/pc Washington, DC 84/67/s 86/63/pc San Juan, PR 90/78/pc Wichita 91/69/pc 83/65/pc Santa Fe 82/58/t Wichita Falls 95/70/pc Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2015 Obituaries Editor’s note: Obituaries are published free of charge as a public service. The content is subject to editing to ensure parity treatment and style continuity. Date of publication cannot be guaranteed. Memorial advertisements may be purchased through the newspaper advertising department. made in his memory to the Diocese of Reno Scholarship (D.O.R.S.), 290 S. Arlington Ave., Reno, NV 89501. He is survived by daughters, Karen (Bob) Barreras of Sparks, Nev., Cathy (Robin) Barrett of Kailua-Kona; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren. John Smoot Ana Teresa Garcia, 65, of Kaauhuhu Homestead, Hawi, died Aug. 19, 2015, at The Queen’s Medical Center on Oahu. Born March 15, 1950, in Premont, Texas, she was a pediatrician at East Side Pediatrics in Austin, Texas, former owner of Kohala Family Health Center and member of the Kohala Lions Club, Kohala Hospital Charitable John (Jack) R. Smoot died Aug. 15, 2015. Born Sept. 12, 1926, in Cincinnati, he was the founder and former owner of Kailua Candy Co. and a Navy veteran. Private services will be held at a later date in KailuaKona. Donations may be Ana Garcia Foundation, National Breast Cancer Coalition and the breast cancer support group in North Kohala. Friends may call at 8 a.m. Aug. 29 at Hawi Sacred Heart Church for a 9:30 a.m. service and Mass. Family requests casual attire and no flowers. She is survived by husband, Alan Brown of Kohala; son, Andres Brown of Shen Zhen, China; sister, Judith Garcia of Houston, Texas; brothers, Rey (Olga) Garcia of Georgetown, Texas, Jose Maria (JM) Garcia of Rockport, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins and friends. Gilbert Sampaia Gilbert “Papa Gil” Silva Sampaia, 87, of Hilo died Aug. 23, 2015, at his home. Born March 24, 1928, in Hilo, he was retired from Hilo Hospital General Maintenance Department and Hawaii Army National Guard and member of Saint Joseph Catholic Church, Big Island National Guard Retirees Association, Portuguese Cultural Club and Kaumana Kumiai. Friends may call at 8:30 a.m. Aug. 31 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Hilo for a 10:30 a.m. Mass. Burial follows at Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. 2. Family requests casual attire be worn. He is survived by wife, Priscilla Sampaia of Hilo; sons, Gilbert (Carol) Sampaia, Albert Sampaia, both of Hilo; daughter, Brandi (Tyler Milare) Sampaia of Hilo; brother, Joseph Sampaia of Hilo; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. Constance Thummel Constance Marie Thummel, 68, of Kealakekua died Aug. 18, 2015, at Kona Community Hospital. Born Dec. 31, 1946, in Great Bend, Kan., she was a spirit guidance counselor. Memorial services are planned for a later date. For more information, call Lori Benton at 323-2597. She is survived by son, Damion Sailors of Eugene, Ore.; brothers, Alan (Karen) Thummel and Craig Thummel, both of Oklahoma City; sister, Deborah (Joe) Barter of Oklahoma City; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. Mildred Kawaguchi Mildred Yayoi Kawaguchi, 74, of Hilo died July 11, 2015, at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Hilo, she was a retired teacher and member of Puna Hongwanji Mission. Private services were held. She is survived by husband, Harold Kawaguchi of Hilo; sons, Craig (Lisa) Kawaguchi and Neal (Alina) Kawaguchi, both of Hilo; sister, Linda (John) Imoto of Honolulu; three grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary. Termites are eating your home and reproducing for 4 years before you see them. In Loving Memory of Ronald E. DeWitt ORANGE + SMART SHIELD = OIL NO MORE TERMITES EVER! On Friday, August 7th Ron DeWitt, “Uncle Ron”, passed away in his sleep from cardiac arrest, he was 66. 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Yoga summons that kind of complete alignment every time we go to the mat, especially when we practice a pose that shares Kona’s name. In Sanskrit, an ancient language of wisdom, tri means three and kona means angle. The word for triangle pose is trikonasana. The triangle is the strongest structural base of support in the physical world and also one of the oldest and most common symbols of unity found in almost all cultures. It reflects the geometry of nature and aligns us through three angles — three konas — at shoulders, hips and tips of fingers and toes. In the pose, many triangles come together to function as one whole. Triangular bones of the feet and scapula connect with the triangle of the sacrum. As we watch the mind, many perspectives must also be balanced to stay compassionate and centered. The Hawaiian tradition of lokahi reflects the same triangular structure: aina, ohana and aloha — land, family and love. As in all yoga, listen to your body and stretch in a way that is safest and most comfortable for you. (See notes below.) Steps for Utthita Reach your top arm hand to the top ribs to feel the ribs expand on the inhale and open the front chest toward the sky. Special to West Hawaii Today Trikonasana – Extended Triangle Pose (to the right) 1. Start in mountain pose, toes together, heels 1/2-inch apart. 2. Inhale from the top of the head to the tips of the toes. Spread legs sideways one leg length apart. 3. Exhale. Turn from the hips to place right foot parallel to the side of the mat and back foot 45 degrees in. 4. Breathing deeply, line up the foot, ankle and knees of both legs to point in the “No incision” relief for REFLUX No more pain. No more pills. No scar. direction of their respective second toes. Press four corners of the feet into the Earth and lift inner ankle bones and quadriceps. 5. Inhale. Reach the arms to the side at shoulder height. Inhale and reach strongly to the right, allowing your hips to shift to the left as you do so. 6. Now, exhale and bend to the right — hinging at the hips, not the waist. The key is to lengthen your torso: extend through the crown of your head while drawing your hips and tailbone toward your back heel. Lengthen the spine over the front leg. Avoid placing the hand so low on your leg that it causes your spine to side bend too much. Place no weight on the shin. Slide your front hand down to rest on your knee, shin, ankle or a block on the floor, not pressing, but lightly. 7. Reach your top arm hand to the top ribs to feel the ribs expand on the inhale and open the front chest toward the sky. From hips to underarms, stretch equally on both sides of the torso. Lift the upper arm in line with the lower arm and both shoulders, and bring your gaze to look up at your top hand or down to your bottom hand. As you stretch your arms away from each other, feel your heart open, your lungs relax and your body connecting earth and sky. Hold this pose for three to six slow, deep breaths. To come out, inhale and press your back heel strongly into the ground. Repeat to the left for the same length of time. You can also do it standing, lying down or on your side, with a sash, holding your big toe or nothing at all. Such a simple form with endless variations, the universal principles of the triangle teach us every time we practice this pose that shares Kona’s name. Precautions: If you are seeing a medical doctor for any condition, consult with them before beginning a yoga practice. Begin with appropriate modifications if you suffer from lower back pain, sacroiliac discomfort or hip pain. Adjust your gaze and loosen your neck if you experience neck pain. Benefits of the triangle pose: — Creates traction for the spine and relieves backache. — Stretches the muscles in the lower back away from the sacrum, creating more space in a part of the body that is often chronically compressed. — Stimulates abdominal organs, aiding digestion. — Therapeutic for stress, anxiety, neck pain, bone issues, sciatica. — Creates sense of peace and calm. Marya Mann, Ph.D., teaches yoga at Club Rehab in Kealakekua, works as an energy medicine specialist at Kona Coast Wellness and is the co-author of “Healing Our Planet, Healing Our Selves.” She can be reached at marya. [email protected]. WE CAN HELP YOU! LEG SWELLING NORMAL LOOKING VARICOSE VEINS SKIN ULCERS CHANGES NO VEIN STRIPPING SYMPTOMS Call us to learn more about the TIF TIF® proced procedure. (808) 747-8321 Option #2 Leg Heaviness Restless Legs Aching/Pain/Burning Swelling Itching Cramps at Night All 5 of the above patients have different stages of Venous Insufficiency which is progressive. 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But during their stay, the storm made landfall as a Category 2 typhoon, bringing with it sustained winds of 100 mph with gusts up to 120 mph. The family was staying in a three-story condominium in the mountains when the high winds began pummeling the windows, doors and walls of the home. “I looked out the window and saw the glass around the patio shaking, and I asked my dad if it was safe. He said it was. Later though, it blew out,” Jucutan said. Then the power went out, casting everything into darkness. “You can hear like a machine gun, like it’s the end of the world,” the boy’s mother, Joselyn Jucutan, said. “The transformer was popping, pow pow pow! And we are running inside to the bathroom.” Jucutan’s father, Danny, grabbed hold of a sliding glass door as it Cristenee Jucutan, 15, center, stands with his mother, Joselyn Jucutan, left, and family friends, Maxine and Fransisco Galdones Tuesday afternoon at their Hilo home. Jucutan and his family and friends had traveled about 4,000 miles for the wedding of his older brother, James Jucutan, when Typhoon Soudelor tore into Saipan earlier this month. HOLLYN JOHNSON/Hawaii Tribune-Herald appeared ready to break free and fly into a room on the third floor. “It was getting stronger by the minute, and I didn’t want it to fall on my dad, so I grabbed it too,” Jucutan said. Suddenly, a strong gust pushed the door, along with the father and son, into the center of the room. Jucutan took the brunt of the blow from the glass door, which shattered into pieces, cutting about four large gashes into his left leg, a gash in his right leg, two cuts on his chest, and a cut to the head. The family spent about a half hour inside the bathroom as the storm raged outside. Jucutan used a belt to securely tie a bathroom rug around his leg to help stanch the flow of blood, but by the end of their time in the restroom, his leg had swelled, he was experiencing a lot of pain, and he had begun to get light-headed, his mother said. A large piece of glass DINE OUT IN HISTORIC KAILUA VILLAGE Special September Coupon Values at 30 Restaurants HistoricKailuaVillage.com remained embedded in at least one wound. After the storm let up, the family tried to make their way down the mountain to the hospital, but fallen trees blocked the roadway. “My husband was trying to pull the trees (off the road), but he was only by himself,” Joselyn Jucutan said. A call to 911 revealed that emergency responders were also impeded by the blocked roadway. The next morning, the Michael B. Russo MD Neurology Anheuser-Busch Sales of Hawaii 808-638-7667 family was able to borrow a chainsaw from a neighbor and get out of their neighborhood and down the mountain to the hospital. Approximately six hours had passed since Jucutan had sustained his injuries. Outside the emergency room, “10 or 15 wounded people were waiting to see the doctor, and there was only one working at the hospital at that time,” the Waiakea High School student said. As luck would have it, however, visiting health care workers from Shriners Hospitals for Children in Honolulu were visiting Saipan as part of their regular outreach clinics program. “We were out there for our routine clinics,” said Nurse Practitioner Scherlyn Caneda. “We go out there about twice a year.” When the storm hit, the team went into action, lending their expertise wherever it was needed. Caneda and Dr. Craig Ono, a pediatric orthopaedic specialist, helped to remove a large piece of glass from Jucutan’s leg, and clean and stitch up his wounds. Jucutan’s mother, who works as a certified nursing assistant, said she knew of Ono by reputation and immediately felt relieved. “My clients, sometimes, they had Dr. Ono., so I had heard of him. When I heard he was there, I thought, ‘Oh, really? Wow!’ I was so happy,” she said. Now safely back in Hilo, Jucutan’s wounds are healing nicely, and on Thursday he plans to reunite with the Shriners team that helped him after the storm, as they will be in Hilo offering specialist care for keiki with joint, muscle or orthopaedic conditions. “It’ll be nice, a sight for sore eyes,” Jucutan said of seeing Ono and his team. “After what I went through and being traumatized, they took care of me. It’ll be nice to see them.” But while he has healed, Jucutan says there are still many people left with no food, electricity or homes in Saipan. “I’m talking with one of my teachers about starting a fundraiser to help,” he said. Email Colin M. Stewart at cstewart@ hawaiitribune-herald.com. 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Tiogangco, who was on the junior varsity last year, has been described as a “natural QB” by Hilo co-head coach Kaeo Drummondo and offensive coordinator Danny Saragosa for his smooth mechanics and tendency to go through his progressions on passing plays, instead of ditching the pocket at the first hint of pressure. Though Tiogangco is a new starter, he’s embraced the role of the QB, steering the ship and running an offense that relies on rhythm and cohesion. “I like being the leader on the team,” he said. “I try to make sure everything goes right and mostly push my teammates.” Last season, the Vikings ran the spread with the running back to the side of the QB. The pistol allows the running back a better read, and a two-way running option. The passing routes are based on defensive coverage reads. “Ka‘ale is a natural QB. He’s SEE HILO PAGE 2B MLB BIIIF VOLLEYBALL Astros use long ball to blast Yankees COMEBACK KIDS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK — Carlos Gomez and Evan Gattis both homered and drove in four runs, sending Dallas Keuchel and the Houston Astros to a 15-1 blowout of the New York Yankees that briefly got testy Tuesday night. Keuchel (15-6) held New York scoreless for the second time this season and became the first 15-game winner in the American League. Gomez busted out of a hitting slump along with several teammates and rankled the Yankees with his flashy style. The center fielder jawed with players in New York’s dugout after flipping his bat aside when he flied out in the sixth inning, then stood nose to nose with young catcher John Ryan Murphy before they were separated. Both benches and bullpens emptied, but the teams quickly went their respective ways without any pushing or shoving. His next time up, Gomez launched a three-run homer into the Yankees’ bullpen in right-center to cap a six-run seventh. BLUE JAYS 6, RANGERS 5 ARLINGTON, Texas — Troy Tulowitzki had a game-tying RBI single in the ninth inning before Adrian Beltre’s throwing error allowed another Toronto run to score as the AL East-leading Blue Jays rallied for a victory over the Rangers. Rangers closer Shawn Tolleson walked two of the first three batters he faced. After pinch-hitter Justin Smoak flied out, Tulowitzki looped a single to left to tie the game 5-5. Josh Donaldson then hit a high chopper to Beltre, the four-time Gold Glove third baseman who fielded the ball before a wide throw to first base. It was only the second blown save this season for Tolleson (5-3), who has 25 saves and had converted his last 12 chances. LaTroy Hawkins (3-1) gave up three singles in a scoreless eighth before Roberto Osuna worked the ninth for his 15th save in 16 chances. ANGELS 8, TIGERS 7 DETROIT — Albert Pujols homered and the Angels scored three times on wild pitches in a victory over the Tigers. Both teams came into the game with four-game losing streaks, dropping the Angels 1 ½ games behind Texas for the second American League wild-card spot and the Tigers to sixth, 5 ½ games back. Jered Weaver (6-9) picked up the win, despite allowing six runs on seven hits in 5 2-3 innings. Weaver struck out one batter and didn’t issue a walk. Huston Street got the final four outs for his 30th save. Alfredo Simon (11-8) struggled badly, giving up eight runs on SEE MLB PAGE 2B Kealakehe beats Keaau in 3-set thriller BY RICK WINTERS WEST HAWAII TODAY rwinters@westhawaiitoday Kealakehe picked up its first BIIF regular season win of the season Tuesday evening in an an exciting 3-set home match against Keaau. The Waveriders and Cougars split the first two sets with similar scores of 25-23. In the final set, Kealakehe was down 15-6 but came back to win 25-21. “We fell behind in all three games,” said Waveriders coach Duke Hartfield. “We talk about focus and making plays but we are a young team and sometimes get distracted. Keaau played us pretty consistently.” Down by nine points in the final set, Kealakehe was able to chip away at the Keaau lead with their service game, led by senior Nika Paogofi-Buyten. “All of the girls served well as we worked our way back,” Hartfield said. SEE VOLLEYBALL PAGE 3B Kealakehe’s Nika Paogofie-Buyten gets the ball past Keaau’s Isabella Lott in Tuesday night’s game at Waverider Gym. LAURA SHIMABUKU/WEST HAWAII TODAY NFL Steelers find backup QB, sign Michael Vick to 1-year deal BY WILL GRAVES THE ASSOCIATED PRESS PITTSBURGH — Michael Vick needed a job. The Pittsburgh Steelers needed a backup quarterback. One solid workout solved both problems. The Steelers signed the fourtime Pro Bowler to a one-year deal on Tuesday night, hopeful there’s enough game left in the 35-year-old’s still dangerous legs to provide the defending AFC North champions some insurance should something happen to Ben Roethlisberger. “There’s not a throw on the field he can’t make from an arm strength standpoint,” Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said. “He’s a very experienced guy at what he does at this point in his career and the mobility is still unique even at 35.” Vick spent 2014 with the New York Jets, engineering an upset over the Steelers on Nov. 9 by throwing for two touchdowns in a 20-13 victory, his lone triumph during an otherwise forgettable season. The Jets made no move to retain him and with backup Bruce Gradkowski on injured reserve after hurting his left (non-throwing) hand in last Sunday’s preseason win over Green Bay, Pittsburgh didn’t hesitate to reach out to Vick. Tomlin said the situation isn’t unlike what the Steelers went through in 2008 when Charlie Batch was injured during training camp. Pittsburgh brought in Byron SEE VICK PAGE 2B Michael Vick signed a one year contact with the Pittsburgh Steelers to backup starter Ben Roethlisberger. BILL KOSTROUN/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Sports 2B Wednesday, August 26, 2015 | west hawaii today Vick: Performance of pro-bowl quarterback has declined over the last three seasons continued from page 1B Leftwich and Daunte Culpepper and put them through the paces at Latrobe High School before signing Leftwich, who ended up playing four seasons in two different stints with the team. “(Leftwich) gave us several good years of service … a guy that was a franchise quarterback who embraced the challenge here,” Tomlin said. “I imagine Mike is of the same mindset.” Vick is more than six years removed a lengthy prison stay following his federal conviction for financing a dogfighting conspiracy. The arrest and subsequent downfall forced him out of the league in his prime, though he resurrected his career with Philadelphia, making the Pro Bowl in 2010 after throwing for 3,018 yards and 21 touchdowns. The last three years have been a steady decline and he was little more than a situational specialist last season for the Jets behind Geno Smith. Still, his presence carries weight. Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell said he was “starstruck” when he ran into Vick before practice. “He’s a guy I idolized growing up,” Bell said. One who has made a concerted effort to become an advocate for animals even as the stigma of his crime persists, something that hasn’t gone unnoticed by Pittsburgh’s front office. “Obviously we’re sensitive to those potential Hilo: QB patience growing continued from page 1B long on skills, and things will come together with experience,” Saragosa said. “The more games he plays the better he’ll get. We’re definitely young at the skill positions. Speed is our biggest weapon.” Tiogangco noted that his patience is growing under Saragosa’s tutelage. Saragosa is also the QB coach. “Coach Danny has helped me with play management,” Tiogangco said. “It’s don’t force throws, make your reads. Basically, it’s don’t mess things up, stay calm in the pocket. I like the balance in our offense, and I like running and passing. We have multiple options.” Tiogangco also enjoys the disciplined coaching style of Drummondo, who will keep his role as the defensive coordinator. “He’s really hard on us,” Tiogangco said. “He keeps us on our toes. He makes sure we don’t give up on each other. If we do something wrong, he makes sure we pick ourselves up and don’t do something wrong again.” During the summer, Tiogangco attended the Maximum Exposure camp on Oahu, where more than 30 colleges were present, including Oregon. His dad Ka‘ale Tiogangco, who works for Sun Construction, influences the Viking QB, who’s a role model to his three younger brothers. His dad is less concerned about touchdowns, and more so about education and commitment, the biggest keys to opening college possibilities. “My dad is always pushing me to be at practice every day, and keep my grades up,” Tiogangco said. “He keeps me on my toes, mainly. I’m the oldest of four and they look up to me as the oldest brother. They try to follow in my footsteps.” things but we are going to do our due diligence,” Tomlin said. “Rest assured that we’ve done that, but rest assured he’s done a lot since he’s gone through some of the things he’s gone through and his track record at this point in that regard speaks for itself.” There is no chance of Vick being in the mix for the starting job so long as Roethlisberger — who hasn’t missed a game in two years — remains healthy. Vick instead will get a chance to beat out Landry Jones for the No. 2 spot. Jones remains a project entering his third season, though Tomlin has stressed repeatedly that the “arrow is pointing up” in terms of Jones’ development. Vick, however, could be an intriguing option for an offense that ranked second in the league last year behind Roethlisberger, Bell and wide receiver Antonio Brown. He gave the Steelers an up-close look at what he could do during that odd victory in mid-November — a loss that nearly derailed Pittsburgh’s momentum on its way to a division title — and there remains an intense respect for his erratic if singular talent. Roethlisberger, an unabashed dog lover whose foundation provides support for K-9 units in the region, isn’t concerned about Vick’s past misdeeds becoming a factor. “This is a locker room, and it’s about football,” he said. “And that’s what matters most to me.” NFL Notebook Gurley makes his return to the gridrion ST. LOUIS — Rams rookie running back Todd Gurley didn’t get a lot of reps during Tuesday’s practice, but the No. 10 overall pick in the 2015 Draft took another step forward in his return from knee surgery. “I was real excited,” Gurley said. “I got the news a couple days ago, so I was definitely excited just to be able to get out here and get some reps.” Rams coach Jeff Fisher announced Monday that Gurley had been cleared to ramp up his work in practice. He had previously been limited to individual and rehab work and held out of 7-on-7 and team drills. He took part in those on Tuesday, but still didn’t get a lot of reps. It was another positive step for the 21-year-old rookie. “I haven’t done nothing like this in like nine months, 10 months,” Gurley said. “So it’s been a while. I’m definitely excited about it.” The Rams were excited to get Gurley a little more work. “Todd was excited to get in there and get a few offensive reps and get challenged with protections and formations and all that stuff,” Fisher said. “He was good. We’ll probably do this for the next few days and then we’ll just add reps for him as we move forward.” The Rams will continue to take it slow with Gurley, whose junior season at Georgia was limited to six games after tearing the ACL in his left knee. He rushed for 911 yards and nine touchdowns in those six games with the Bulldogs last season and added 12 catches for 57 yards. “It was great having him out there,” Rams quarterback Nick Foles said. “He’s going to be an impactful player in this league. I’m excited to get him out there and see what he’s capable of doing. I know what he was capable of doing in college, so I’m excited to see what he does on this level for us.” Gurley was one of the best players in college football during his three years at Georgia. In 30 career games, he racked up 3,900 yards from scrimmage (3,285 yards rushing, 575 receiving) and 43 total touchdowns (36 rushing, six receiving and one kickoff return). Cowboys’ Scandrick injured Dallas cornerback Orlando Scandrick left practice at training camp Tuesday with what he told his secondary coach he believed was a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Scandrick went down working against rookie receiver Lucky Whitehead and was carted off the field. The Cowboys were awaiting results of an MRI. “He said immediately, ‘It’s my ACL. I know it. It’s gone,’” secondary coach Jerome Henderson said. “I hope he’s just really dramatic.” The other defensive backs formed a circle for a prayer when practice ended. “I heard it in his voice,” said cornerback Morris Claiborne, a top-10 pick in 2012 who has had injury issues, including a torn patellar tendon in his left knee that limited him to four games last year. “After just sitting there and looking at him and just holding his hand, squeezing. I know that feeling.” Whitehead said he bent down when he thought Scandrick was going to hit him as the receiver came out of a route. Whitehead said his shoulder pad hit Scandrick’s knee, although video showed Scandrick’s knee buckling before they made contact. “I kind of felt it,” Whitehead said. “Hope he will be OK.” Titans players held out of practice NASHVILLE, Tenn. – With a very short turnaround between preseason games, a handful of Titans got a break from practice Tuesday. Coach Ken Whisenhunt also kept backup quarterback Zach Mettenberger and running back Dexter McCluster away from the team to prevent any illness from spreading to the other players. A total of 12 Titans did not practice Tuesday. Kicker Ryan Succop’s wife gave birth to a son, Cooper, earlier in the day, and right guard Chance Warmack had an ingrown toenail on each foot removed. Whisenhunt said Warmack and most of the other missing players are expected to practice Wednesday. The Titans beat St. Louis 27-14 on Sunday night and visit Kansas City on Friday night. Whisenhunt says Mettenberger was sick with what is believed to be food poisoning, while McCluster has a virus. Both saw a doctor before being sent home because of the risk of being contagious. “On a short week, we couldn’t afford to have a bunch of guys sick,” Whisenhunt said. Left tackle Taylor Lewan was asked if he ate at the same place as Mettenberger. “If I did, I’ll find out real quick,” Lewan said. Other missing Titans included cornerback Jason McCourty, who had groin surgery Monday and is expected to miss at least the next two weeks, and cornerback Blidi Wreh-Wilson, who is close to returning from a high left ankle sprain. Cruz’s comeback hampered by injuries EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. – Receiver Victor Cruz is hoping to be ready for the New York Giants’ regular-season opener against Dallas despite not playing in the first two games of the preseason. Cruz, who is coming back from his second knee surgery in as many years, missed practice again on Tuesday with a calf injury that has sidelined him for a week. It’s an injury that happened last week, and one that has coach Tom Coughlin concerned. Cruz was limited at the start of training camp coming off surgery and the calf injury has prevented him from getting back into football shape. He played six games last season because of a torn right patellar tendon, and did little working out with the team in the offseason. The 28-year-old Cruz felt he was making progress before the calf injury. “It’s just a matter of getting back out there, so I think that’s my goal to be ready Week 1, and in the interim make sure I’m getting myself ready back here when you guys are not watching,” he said. “I feel good, I feel confident that I’ll be OK come Week 1.” Coughlin would like Cruz to play in a preseason game, he recalled that Odell Beckham Jr. didn’t play in the preseason last year and had an outstanding season with 91 catches for 1,305 yards and 12 touchdowns in 12 games. “You want them to play, that’s what the plan was,” Coughlin said of Cruz. “If it doesn’t work out that way, then what’s the next thing? We can’t worry about something that, right now, is not within our control.” Broncos sign pro-bowler Evan Mathis ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Not long after praising his young offensive line Tuesday, Broncos coach Gary Kubiak welcomed two-time Pro Bowl guard Evan Mathis to Denver. 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Jake Petricka (4-3) picked up the win in relief and combined with Zach Duke and David Robertson to close it out. Robertson pitched the ninth to earn his 26th save in 32 opportunities. Wade Miley (10-10) allowed five runs and 13 hits in 6 2-3 innings. continued from page 1B runs on nine hits, four walks and three wild pitches. He struck out two. INDIANS 11, BREWERS 6 CLEVELAND — Josh Tomlin shook off three home runs and lasted six innings to win his season debut at home and Michael Brantley homered twice, leading the Indians to a win over the Brewers. Tomlin (2-1) allowed solo homers in the first and second innings before retiring 12 straight until the sixth, when Ryan Braun hit a two-run shot. The right-hander was making his third start since being activated from the disabled list following shoulder surgery in March. He had been 0-5 in eight starts since his last win at Progressive Field. Brantley hit a pair of two-run shots for the Indians, who chased Wily Peralta (4-8) in the third inning. Jason Kipnis, who came in tied for the AL batting lead, had three hits and rookie Francisco Lindor had three RBIs for Cleveland. Jonathan Lucroy homered twice and Domingo Santana connected for Milwaukee. TWINS 11, RAYS 7 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Brian Dozier, Miguel Sano and Eddie Rosario all homered as Minnesota beat the Rays for the Twins’ fifth straight win. Dozier gave Minnesota a 7-5 advantage on a two-run drive off reliever Matt Andriese (3-4) in the fourth. It was his third homer in 11 at-bats against Tampa Bay this season. Eduardo Escobar hit a two-run double during a three-run fifth that extended the Twins’ lead to 10-6. Tampa Bay catcher Curt Casali made it 10-7 on his ninth homer since the All-Star break and 10th overall later in the fifth, but appeared to take an awkward step near first base and had to leave the game after slowly going around the bases. Sano opened the scoring on a towering three-run drive to center off Nathan Karns in the first. J.R. Graham (1-1) allowed one run over two-thirds of an inning for his first major league win. METS 6, PHILLIES 5 PHILADELPHIA — Michael Cuddyer hit a go-ahead two-run, pinch-hit single in the sixth inning and Noah Syndergaard finally won on the road as the Mets beat the Phillies for their fifth straight victory. Yoenis Cespedes homered for the Mets, who have won 17 of their last 23 to remain 5½ games up on the Nationals in the NL East. Ryan Howard and Freddy Galvis homered for Philadelphia, which has lost seven straight to the Mets. Syndergaard (8-6) did just enough to earn his first road victory of the season in his 10th try. He entered 0-5 with a 5.05 ERA away from Citi Field while 8-1 with a 1.82 at home. In five innings, Syndergaard allowed four runs, two earned, and four hits with nine strikeouts and two walks. Jerome Williams (4-10) took the loss. NATIONALS 8, PADRES 3 WASHINGTON — Stephen Strasburg allowed two hits over six innings, Ryan Zimmerman hit a grand slam and the Nationals beat the Padres. Wilson Ramos also homered for the CARDINALS 9, DIAMONDBACKS 1 Cleveland starting pitcher Josh Tomlin delivers in the first inning against Milwaukee. Tony Dejak/The Associated Press Nationals, who are chasing the firstplace New York Mets in the NL East. Strasburg (8-6) struck out seven and walked one. The right-hander retired the final 15 batters he faced. Strasburg is 5-1 with a 1.51 ERA in his last seven starts and 5-1 in his career against the Padres. Zimmerman connected in the sixth off Bud Norris for an 8-2 lead. It was his fifth career slam, the first since 2013. Jedd Gyorko homered twice but San Diego lost its second straight after five consecutive wins. James Shields (9-6) gave up four runs, eight hits and four walks in 5 2/3 innings. San Diego has lost 12 of his 15 starts since June 9. ROCKIES 5, BRAVES 1 ATLANTA — Chad Bettis pitched five solid innings in his return from the disabled list and the Rockies scored four unearned runs, taking advantage of three errors by Atlanta third baseman Adonis Garcia in a victory over the Braves. Bettis (6-4) allowed five hits, walked two and struck out four in his first big league start since July 18. He was coming back from right elbow inflammation. The Rockies scored two runs in the first after Garcia misplayed a grounder to his left that could have been an inning-ending double play. Garcia let Nick Hundley’s grounder get right through him to start the fourth, allowing the Rockies to tack on two more runs when DJ LeMahieu came through with a two-out, bases-loaded single. Garcia made another error in the fifth. Atlanta starter Mike Foltynewicz (4-6) went five innings and took the loss. DODGERS 5, REDS 1 CINCINNATI — Alex Wood took a shutout into the sixth inning, and Justin Turner and Jimmy Rollins each hit two-run home runs as the Dodgers snapped their five-game losing streak with a win over the Reds. Rollins also doubled and scored while the NL West-leading Dodgers matched their run total from their previous four games combined. The Reds have lost 10 of their last 11 games. Cincinnati got its leadoff batter on base in four of the first five innings, but never pushed anybody past second with Wood (9-8) on the mound. He left after Brandon Phillips singled with two outs in the sixth, and reliever Chris Hatcher then gave up Todd Frazier’s RBI double. John Lamb (0-2) allowed three runs in five innings. MARLINS 5, PIRATES 2 MIAMI — Major-league batting leader Dee Gordon tied a career high with four stolen bases, had two infield hits and scored twice, helping the Marlins beat the Pirates. Miami’s Brad Hand (4-3) pitched into the ninth inning. He came into the game 7-20 as a starter, worst among all active pitchers, according to STATS, but has won three of his past four starts. A.J. Ramos came on with two on and no outs in the ninth and earned his 22nd save in 27 chances. Gordon scored the Marlins’ first run and reached on a bunt single to begin their three-run sixth against Charlie Morton (8-5). Gordon turned two double plays at second base, including a nifty one started by third baseman Martin Prado. Gordon hiked his average to .333, and he leads the majors with 156 hits. ROYALS 3, ORIOLES 2 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kendrys Morales hit a solo homer, Mike Moustakas and Eric Hosmer also drove in runs and the Royals leaned on their bullpen to beat the Orioles. Danny Duffy (7-6) dodged trouble for most of 5 2-3 innings, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks. The left-hander struck out five in a start that began in crisp efficiency and ended with the Orioles threatening to pull ahead in the sixth inning. Luke Hochevar calmed things down with an inning of relief, though. Kelvin Herrera had no trouble with the rest of the seventh and eighth, and Wade Davis pitched a perfect ninth in place of closer Greg Holland to earn his 12th save. Miguel Gonzalez (9-10) allowed all three runs on six hits and three walks in 4 1-3 innings. WHITE SOX 5, RED SOX 4 CHICAGO — Rookie Trayce Thompson drove in three runs, including a go-ahead, two-run double, and the White Sox beat the Red Sox. Thompson, who was called up Aug. 3, PHOENIX — Tommy Pham had his second career three-hit game, Jaime Garcia pitched six strong innings and St. Louis cruised past Arizona. Three days after his first three-hit game, Pham singled twice and got his second career triple. He scored three times. Six players had RBIs for the Cardinals, two apiece for Jhonny Peralta, Jason Heyward and Yadier Molina. The Cardinals’ Peter Bourjos’ got his first career pinch-hit home run. Garcia (6-4) allowed a run and four hits, striking out six and walking one. The Cardinals, 35 games above .500, earned their MLB-best 80th victory and lengthened their lead to five games over second-place Pittsburgh in the NL Central. Robbie Ray (3-10) lasted three innings plus two batters. He allowed six runs and five hits. Ray walked five, hit a batter and struck out one. MARINERS 6, ATHLETICS 5 SEATTLE — Austin Jackson’s bases-loaded, two-run single in the fifth inning capped Seattle’s rally from a five-run deficit and led the Mariners past Oakland. Down 5-0 entering the fourth inning, Nelson Cruz sparked Seattle’s comeback with his major league-leading 38th home run, a solo shot off Jesse Chavez. He extended his streak of reaching base safely to 35 straight games. Logan Morrison, on his 28th birthday, finished the fourth-inning rally with a two-run shot, his 13th, off the foul pole in right. The Mariners added three runs in the fifth, finishing with Jackson’s two-out, goahead single that chased Chavez (7-13). CUBS 8, GIANTS 5 SAN FRANCISCO — Kyle Schwarber, Miguel Montero and Starlin Castro all hit home runs in support of another solid outing from Jake Arrieta, and Chicago won its sixth straight. Schwarber’s towering, three-run homer in the third set the tone for the Cubs, who have won 21 of 25 games to pull 7 1/2 games ahead of the Giants for the second wild-card spot. Arrieta (16-6) had his 13th consecutive quality start, the longest streak by a Cubs pitcher in 23 years. He allowed an unearned run on four hits in six-plus innings. Arrieta, who took over the major-league lead for wins, walked one and struck out eight, lowering his ERA to 2.22, second in the NL behind Los Angeles Dodgers’ Zack Greinke’s 1.67. Hector Rondon pitched the ninth for his 24th save Matt Cain (2-4) lasted five innings, giving up six runs and eight hits. SPORTS WEST HAWAII TODAY | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2015 3B SCOREBOARD South W L T Pct PF Carolina 2 0 0 1.000 56 Atlanta 1 1 0 .500 53 Tampa Bay 1 1 0 .500 41 New Orleans 0 2 0 .000 51 North W L T Pct PF Minnesota 3 0 0 1.000 60 Chicago 2 0 0 1.000 50 Green Bay 1 1 0 .500 41 Detroit 1 1 0 .500 40 West W L T Pct PF San Francisco 1 1 0 .500 33 St. Louis 0 2 0 .000 17 Arizona 0 2 0 .000 38 Seattle 0 2 0 .000 33 Friday’s Games New England at Carolina, 1:30 p.m. Tennessee at Kansas City, 2 p.m. Detroit at Jacksonville, 2 p.m. Pittsburgh at Buffalo, 4 p.m. Saturday’s Games Minnesota at Dallas, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. Atlanta at Miami, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at N.Y. Giants, 1 p.m. Chicago at Cincinnati, 1:30 p.m. Washington at Baltimore, 1:30 p.m. Seattle at San Diego, 2 p.m. Philadelphia at Green Bay, 2 p.m. Indianapolis at St. Louis, 2 p.m. San Francisco at Denver, 3 p.m. Sunday’s Games Houston at New Orleans, 10 a.m. Arizona at Oakland, 2 p.m. GLANCE FOOTBALL Thursday’s Games Honokaa at Keaau, after 5 p.m. JV Friday’s Games Kamehameha-Hawaii at Kealakehe, after 5 p.m. JV Konawaena at Waiakea, after 5 p.m. JV Saturday’s Games Hilo at Hawaii Prep, 2 p.m. 8-man: Ka‘u at Kohala, 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 KS-Hawaii at Waiakea, after 5 p.m. JV Friday. Sept. 4 Kealakehe at Honokaa, after 5 p.m. JV Hilo at Konawaena, after 5 p.m. JV Saturday, Sept. 6 Keaau at Hawaii Prep, 5 p.m. 8-man: Kohala at Pahoa, 2 p.m. JV: Hilo won 25-16, 25-6 Konawaena def. Pohoa 25-10, 25-15; JV: Konawaena wins 25-11, 22-25, 15-3 Kealakehe def. Keaau 25-23, 23-25, 25-21; JV: Keaau wins in two sets Waiakea at Kohala, not reported Wednesday’s Games Makua Lani at Ka‘u, after 6 p.m. JV Parker at HAAS, after 6 p.m. JV Honokaa at St. Joe, after 6 p.m. JV Friday’s Games Konawaena at Hawaii Prep, after 6 p.m. JV Laupahoehoe at St. Joe, after 6 p.m. JV Hilo at Keaau, after 6 p.m. JV Saturday’s Games HAAS at CLA, after 10 a.m. JV Waiakea at Pahoa, after 10 a.m. JV Makua Lani at Parker, after 10 a.m. JV VOLLEYBALL CROSS COUNTRY Tuesday’s Games Hilo def. Hawaii Prep 25-16, 25-16; Saturday, Aug. 29 at Hawaii Prep, 10 a.m. WEDNESDAY’S TV SCHEDULE TGC European Tour, D & D Reak Czech Masters HORSE RACING FSNPT/FSSD 10:30 a.m. Trackside Live! ESPN ESPN World Series, International winners bracket World Series, U.S. winners bracket MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 4 p.m. MLB FSNW SNLA FSSD ESPN Houston at N.Y. Yankees L.A. Angels at Detroit L.A. Dodgers at Cincinnati San Diego at Washington Chicago Cubs at San Francisco SOCCER FS1 8:30 a.m. UEFA, Manchester United at Club Brugge THURSDAY’S TV SCHEDULE CFL FOOTBALL ESPN2 10:30 a.m. Montreal at Hamilton GOLF 5:30 a.m. 8 a.m. Noon 11 p.m. TGC TGC TGC TGC LPGA, Yokahama Tire Classic, first round PGA, The Barclays, first round WEB.com tour, WinCo Foods Portland Open, first round European Tour, D & D Reak Czech Masters HORSE RACING FSNPT/FSSD 10:30 a.m. Trackside Live! LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL 10 a.m. 2 p.m. ESPN ESPN World Series, International semifinal World Series, U.S. semifinal MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL SNLA FSNW FSSD 6:30 a.m. L.A. Dodgers at Cincinnati 7 a.m. L.A. Angels at Detroit 1 p.m. San Diego at Washington *Tape-delayed broadcast RADIO SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY 1 p.m. 4:15 p.m. MLB MLB: Toronto Blue Jays vs. Texas Rangers 790AM MLB: San Francisco Giants vs. Chicago Cubs 1500AM BASEBALL AMERICAN LEAGUE East W L Pct GB Toronto 70 55 .560 -New York 69 56 .552 1 Baltimore 62 63 .496 8 Tampa Bay 62 63 .496 8 Boston 57 69 .452 13½ Central W L Pct GB Kansas City 77 48 .616 -Minnesota 64 61 .512 13 Chicago 59 65 .476 17½ Cleveland 59 66 .472 18 Detroit 59 66 .472 18 West W L Pct GB Houston 70 57 .551 -Texas 64 60 .516 4½ Los Angeles 64 61 .512 5 Seattle 58 68 .460 11½ Oakland 55 72 .433 15 Tuesday’s Games Houston 15, N.Y. Yankees 1 L.A. Angels 8, Detroit 7 Cleveland 11, Milwaukee 6 Minnesota 11, Tampa Bay 7 Toronto 6, Texas 5 Kansas City 3, Baltimore 2 Chicago White Sox 5, Boston 4 Seattle 6, Oakland 5 Wednesday’s Games Houston (McHugh 13-7) at N.Y. Yankees (Pineda 9-7), 7:05 a.m. Oakland (Bassitt 1-5) at Seattle (F.Hernandez 14-8), 9:40 a.m. L.A. Angels (Santiago 7-7) at Detroit (Verlander 1-6), 1:08 p.m. Milwaukee (Nelson 10-9) at Cleveland (Co.Anderson 2-3), 1:10 p.m. Minnesota (Duffey 2-1) at Tampa Bay (Archer 11-9), 1:10 p.m. Toronto (Price 12-4) at Texas (Lewis 14-5), 2:05 p.m. Baltimore (W.Chen 7-6) at Kansas City (Cueto 2-2), 2:10 p.m. Boston (Porcello 5-11) at Chicago White Sox (Sale 12-7), 2:10 p.m. NATIONAL LEAGUE East W L New York 69 56 Washington 63 61 Atlanta 54 72 Miami 51 75 Philadelphia 50 76 Central W L St. Louis 80 45 Pittsburgh 75 49 Chicago 73 51 Milwaukee 53 73 Cincinnati 52 72 West W L Los Angeles 68 56 San Francisco 66 59 Arizona 62 63 San Diego 61 64 Colorado 50 74 Tuesday’s Games N.Y. Mets 6, Philadelphia 5 Washington 8, San Diego 3 Colorado 5, Atlanta 1 L.A. Dodgers 5, Cincinnati 1 Cleveland 11, Milwaukee 6 Miami 5, Pittsburgh 2 Pct .552 .508 .429 .405 .397 Pct .640 .605 .589 .421 .419 Pct .548 .528 .496 .488 .403 GB -5½ 15½ 18½ 19½ GB -4½ 6½ 27½ 27½ GB -2½ 6½ 7½ 18 VOLLEYBALL: Serving crucial in comeback win CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1B “Nika has a nice jump serve.” Junior Fiona Miranda, who was the libero on last year’s JV squad, also served well, coming into the game and picking up three straight points. The Waveriders were able to tie ArenaBowl XXVIII Stockton Arena Saturday Jacksonville vs. San Jose, 2 p.m. SOCCER Keaau at 20 and then took advantage of a couple of Cougar miscues including a ball hit out of bounds and a handling call against the visiting team. Hopoe Napoleon-Martins was able to end the game with a big spike for a kill. MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL 10 a.m 2 p.m Kealakehe Nicole Cristobal (10) and Hopoe Napoleon-Martins go for the block. LAURA SHIMABUKU/WEST HAWAII TODAY ARENA LEAGUE GOLF 11 p.m. PA 54 54 37 56 PA 31 21 35 24 PA 29 45 56 36 St. Louis 9, Arizona 1 Chicago Cubs 8, San Francisco 5 Wednesday’s Games N.Y. Mets (B.Colon 10-11) at Philadelphia (Eickhoff 1-0), 1:05 p.m. San Diego (T.Ross 8-9) at Washington (Scherzer 11-10), 1:05 p.m. Colorado (Flande 3-1) at Atlanta (S.Miller 5-10), 1:10 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (B.Anderson 7-8) at Cincinnati (Holmberg 1-3), 1:10 p.m. Milwaukee (Nelson 10-9) at Cleveland (Co.Anderson 2-3), 1:10 p.m. Pittsburgh (Locke 6-8) at Miami (Narveson 1-0), 1:10 p.m. St. Louis (Lackey 10-8) at Arizona (Corbin 3-3), 3:40 p.m. Chicago Cubs (Hendricks 6-5) at San Francisco (Peavy 3-6), 4:15 p.m. WNBA BASKETBALL EASTERN W L Pct New York 18 8 .692 Indiana 17 9 .654 Chicago 17 11 .607 Washington 15 11 .577 Connecticut 12 15 .444 Atlanta 11 16 .407 WESTERN W L Pct x-Minnesota 19 9 .679 x-Phoenix 16 11 .593 Tulsa 13 14 .481 Los Angeles 10 17 .370 Seattle 7 20 .259 San Antonio 7 21 .250 x-clinched playoff spot Tuesday’s Games Atlanta 71, Connecticut 57 Wednesday’s Games Los Angeles at Indiana, 1 p.m. Thursday’s Games Phoenix at Connecticut, 1 p.m. NFL GB -1 2 3 6½ 7½ GB -2½ 5½ 8½ 11½ 12 FOOTBALL PRESEASON AMERICAN CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Buffalo 1 1 0 .500 New England 1 1 0 .500 N.Y. Jets 1 1 0 .500 Miami 0 2 0 .000 South W L T Pct Houston 1 1 0 .500 Jacksonville 1 1 0 .500 Tennessee 1 1 0 .500 Indianapolis 0 2 0 .000 North W L T Pct Cincinnati 1 1 0 .500 Baltimore 1 1 0 .500 Pittsburgh 1 2 0 .333 Cleveland 0 2 0 .000 West W L T Pct Denver 2 0 0 1.000 Kansas City 2 0 0 1.000 San Diego 2 0 0 1.000 Oakland 1 1 0 .500 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East W L T Pct Philadelphia 2 0 0 1.000 Washington 2 0 0 1.000 N.Y. Giants 1 1 0 .500 Dallas 0 2 0 .000 PF 35 37 33 40 PF 33 35 51 21 PF 34 47 48 27 PF 36 48 39 30 PA 35 46 45 58 PA 24 43 45 59 PA 35 67 56 31 PA 30 32 26 23 PF 76 41 32 13 PA 27 34 35 40 EASTERN W L T Pts GF GA D.C. United 13 9 5 44 35 31 New York 11 6 6 39 38 25 Columbus 10 8 8 38 43 43 Toronto FC 10 10 4 34 42 41 New England 9 9 7 34 34 36 Montreal 8 10 4 28 29 32 NYC FC 7 12 7 28 37 44 Orlando City 7 12 7 28 32 46 Philadelphia 7 13 6 27 33 43 Chicago 6 13 5 23 27 35 WESTERN W L T Pts GF GA Los Angeles 13 7 7 46 49 32 Vancouver 14 9 3 45 38 26 Sporting KC 11 6 7 40 39 33 Portland 11 8 7 40 28 30 FC Dallas 11 8 5 38 33 30 Seattle 11 13 2 35 30 29 San Jose 10 10 5 35 31 29 Houston 8 9 8 32 32 32 Real Salt Lake 8 10 8 32 29 38 Colorado 6 9 9 27 21 25 NOTE: Three points for victory, one point for tie. Wednesday’s Games New York at Chicago, 8:30 p.m. Houston at Colorado, 9 p.m. BIIF AIR RIFLERY - PRESEASON RESULTS Saturday at Waiakea GIRLS 1. Tiara Pacheco, Waikakea 92-87-87–266 2. Taylor Nishimura, Waiakea 95-79-81–255 3. Mekayla King, Waiakea 92-73-87–252 4. Cobi Broad, Kamehameha 88-85-79–252 5. Iceley Andaya, Kamehameha 94-74-81–249 6. Shaye Nishimura, Waiakea 93-78-76–247 7. Iliana Godoy, Kamehameha 90-64-90–244 8. Amber Nagata, Waiakea 88-76-79–243 9. Pisila Sipinga, Kamehameha 90-71-74–235 10. Anne Nakamoto, Waiakea 95-61-78–234 11. Caitlin Tsuchiya, Waiakea 89-58-85–232 12. Jeanette Tajiri, Waiakea 92-66-73–231 13. Janae Pacheco, Christian Liberty 85-70-74–229 14. Ammina Galdones, Hilo 86-74-69–229 15. Meghan Wong, Kamehameha 81-66-80–227 16. Bethany Maldonado, Christian Lib. 90-59-75–224 17. Macy Takahama-Ahuna, Waiakea 87-63-71–221 18. Alisa Leung, Hilo 87-62-67–216 19. Caitlyn Ito, Waiakea 89-67-60–216 20. Ajn Sasaki, St. Joseph 79-68-68–215 21. Sydney Layaoen, Waiakea 87-53-73–213 22. Jhordyn Muranaka-Ozeki, Waiakea 84-57-72–213 23. Kealohi Au, Waiakea 72-62-78–212 24. Mana Nagata, St. Joseph 76-58-78–212 25. Tori Hironaga, Waiakea 85-60-57–202 26. Eve Nagareda, Kamehameha 78-55-68–201 27. Jennie Xu, St. Joseph 71-46-73–190 28. Monica Kamaka-Mauhili, KS-Hawaii 72-26-35–133 29. Momoyo Abe, St. Joseph 41-27-38–106 30. Ai Yamazaki, St. Joseph 11-30-31–72 Friday’s Games Los Angeles at San Jose, 5 p.m. TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL COMMISSIONER’S OFFICE -- Suspended Tampa Bay 1B James Loney one game for making contact with an umpire. American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES -- Placed C Steve Clevinger on paternity leave. Assigned RHP Eddie Gamboa outright to Norfolk (IL). Selected the contract of INF Paul Janish from Norfolk. LOS ANGELES ANGELS -- Placed 2B Johnny Giavotella on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Friday. Recalled RHP Drew Rucinski from Salt Lake (PCL). TORONTO BLUE JAYS -- Claimed RHP Donn Roach off waivers from Cincinnati. Transferred OF Michael Saunders to the 60-day DL. National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS -- Sent 3B Phil Gosselin to Reno (PCL) for a rehab assignment. CHICAGO CUBS -- Agreed to terms with OF Quintin Berry on a minor league contract. MIAMI MARLINS -- Placed RHP Kendry Flores on the 15-day DL, retroactive to Saturday. Reinstated OF Christian Yelich from the 15-day DL. PITTSBURGH PIRATES -- Assigned INF Pedro Florimon outright to Indianapolis (IL). SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS -- Sent OF Angel Pagan to Sacramento (PCL) for a rehab assignment. WASHINGTON NATIONALS -- Optioned RHP Tanner Roark to Potomac (Carolina). Reinstated OF Denard Span from the 15-day DL. Sent 1B Tyler Moore and 2B Dan Uggla to Potomac for rehab assignments. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA -- Fined the L.A. Clippers $250,000 for violating rules prohibiting teams from offering players unauthorized business or investment opportunities. FOOTBALL National Football League CINCINNATI BENGALS -- Terminated the contract of QB Josh Johnson. Waived S Erick Dargan and DT Kalafitoni Pole. DENVER BRONCOS -- Agreed to terms with G Evan Mathis on a one-year contract. DETROIT LIONS -- Placed TE Jordan Thompson on injured reserve. MIAMI DOLPHINS -- Placed S Louis Delmas on injured reserve. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS -- Placed WR Brian Tyms on injured reserve. Released FB Eric Kettani. Signed WR Reggie Wayne. PITTSBURGH STEELERS -- Placed WR David Nelson on injured reserve. Signed OL Doug Legursky. HOCKEY National Hockey League CALGARY FLAMES -- Signed D Mark Giordano to a six-year contract. MONTREAL CANADIENS -- Named Craig Ramsay coaching consultant. COLLEGE CLEMSON -- Announced DT D.J. Reader is leaving the football team. EAST TENNESSEE STATE -- Announced men’s basketball G Deuce Bello is transferring from Missouri and F Tevin Glass from Wichita State. RUTGERS -- Suspended WR Leonte Carroo, QB Chris Laviano, P Tim Gleeson, DB Ruhan Peele and LB Kevin Marquez from the first half of the season opener for a curfew violation. SOUTH CAROLINA -- Named Tina Plew Whitlock volunteer softball coach. VILLANOVA -- Named Mark Johnson athletic director. WAKE FOREST -- Dismissed G Madison Jones from the men’s basketball team. BOYS 1. Guy Yokoe, Waiakea 2. Tre Soultz, Waiakea 3. Bradon Miyake, Waiakea 4. Kahekili Donner, Kamehameha 5. Logan Aruga, Kamehameha 6. Dillon-Jon Gabriel, Waiakea 7. Preston-Lee Ching, Kamehameha 8. Daniel Honda, St. Joseph 9. Logan Sato, Waiakea 10. Mark Nemeth, St. Joseph 11. Jonah Kim, Hilo 12. Nainoa Kalaola-Maruquin, KS-Hawaii 13. Skylar Soultz, Waiakea 14. Damien Saberon, Hilo 15. Deves Aniol, Kamehameha 16. Jairus Iwasaki, Waiakea 17. Justin Seino, Waiakea 18. Ethan Lee, Kamehameha 19. Johnathan Ching, Kamehameha 20. Jaron Ye, Christian Liberty 21. Logan Balingit, Waiakea 22. Devon Morimoto, Waiakea 23. Kenji Nakamoto, St. Joseph 24. Mackenzy Corpuz, Waiakea 25. Isaiah Galdones, Hilo 26. La’akea Aki, Hilo 27. Makana Jarvis, Kamehameha 28. 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Eagles at Packers -1.5 ❑ Colts -3.5 at Rams ❑ Seahawks at Chargers -1.5 ❑ 49ers at Broncos -3.5 ❑ Cardinals -3.5 at Raiders ❑ Texans at Saints -1.5 ❑ Under 35.5points ❑ Over 35.5points ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Combined score of Texans + Saints game WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2015 | WEST HAWAII TODAY 4B ANNIE’S MAILBOX | ADVICE Daughters are resentful toward new stepmother Dear Annie: My husband, “Ben,” and I each lost a spouse and then found each other. We live in the same house with one of his daughters and a granddaughter. Ben is quite attached to this house. The two daughters are the owners now, but their father bought it originally and has always maintained it. The daughter who lives here has a neurological disorder, which keeps her from accepting me. She has only spoken to me by name two or three times, although she knows how to blow up at us when something makes her angry. I try to greet her every morning with a family nickname that she likes, but she still only grunts in reply. It seems that she has influenced the granddaughter to resent me, as well. I have tried to put my foot down on occasion, but mostly, I just meekly defend myself from her criticism. My husband feels sorry for her and she fawns over him, so he believes that she can do no wrong. He cannot hear well, so he is unaware of how she speaks to me. I’ve asked Ben about moving to a place of our own, but he won’t do it. He also doesn’t like the idea of paying rent when he has a place to live for free. And his daughter wants him to stay because he does all of the upkeep and pays the bills. Annie, I cringe when I hear one of these girls coming, and I hide if I can. I have prayed about my anger and tried to overcome the fear I feel at an encounter. Ben would not condone my going for counseling, as he is a minister himself. Is there anything I can do? — Coming In Third Dear Third: You do not need Ben’s permission to get counseling to help you deal with an unfair and unpleasant situation that he is perpetuating. Was the living situation discussed in advance? Did you agree to live with his daughter forever? Your minister husband should be aware that spouses promise to put each other first when they marry. He has not done this. Please get counseling with or without Ben. You also may need to get a place of your own to find peace, and if Ben refuses to relocate with you, suggest that he visit often. Dear Annie: Some close friends of ours have become lazy hosts. When we have a party at our home, we provide the food and other items. If we have a potluck, each guest brings a dish and we provide the main course and the drinks. For these friends, the ASTROLOGY Eugenia Last Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015 CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Keke Palmer, 22; Macaulay Culkin, 35; Chris Pine, 35; Melissa McCarthy, 45. Happy Birthday: Keeping a steady, surefooted pace will be your saving grace. Opportunities are plentiful, so choose what you are able to handle and make steady gains as you go. A sudden, unexpected change in your financial situation could come from an unusual source. Keeping a clear head will help you avoid being used. Your numbers are 2, 16, 23, 28, 30, 33, 46. ARIES (March 21-April 19): Initiate changes that will help you feel healthier. Love is encouraged, and socializing and sharing your plans will bring you closer to the type of life you want to live. It’s up to you to make things happen. 2 stars TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Get involved, make plans, network or do something special for someone you want to get to know better. Speak from the heart and express an interest in whatever you are dealing with, and you will find out valuable information. 5 stars GEMINI (May 21-June 20): A practical approach to whatever you do is a much better approach than casting your fate to the wind and seeing what unfolds. Take control of the situations you face and harness what you want by using your skills strategically. 3 stars CANCER (June 21-July 22): Focus on partnerships. Discuss your plans with others and explore your options. Someone you meet through a friend or while traveling will spark your interest in something you might not have previously considered. 3 stars LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You can make professional changes, but don’t leave one job until you have found another. It’s important to be responsible and not act impulsively. Collect information and update your skills before you decide to make a move. 3 stars VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Speak up and those around you will listen and take note of what you are proposing. Your intelligence and dedication will be recognized and help you gain respect as well as an interesting position. Think big, but don’t lose sight of reality. 5 stars LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): A transformation is taking place. Facing difficulties will open your eyes and your mind to new opportunities. Don’t allow anyone to steer you away from a course that can bring you happiness. Believe in yourself and do as you please. 2 stars SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Stop and take note of what is going on around you. Look for unusual opportunities and search for answers to the unknown. Your curiosity will lead you to more fortunate circumstances. Don’t let the choices others make lead you astray. 4 stars SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Expect to face difficulties if you try to push your ideas on others. If you want to make changes, focus inward and do whatever it takes to improve mentally, physically and emotionally. Do your homework and you’ll get results. 3 stars CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Emotions will be difficult to contain. Don’t hide the way you feel when expressing your opinions. Make a plan to do the things that will help you achieve greater happiness. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. 3 stars AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Abide by the rules and you’ll avoid unexpected headaches. It’s important to put greater effort into the relationships you have with others. A change of attitude will encourage others to strive to improve as well. Love is highlighted. 3 stars PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Take a trip that will offer you a chance to learn something new or discover what you want to do next. Greater involvement in an effort to bring about positive reforms or improvements to your community should be on your agenda. 4 stars Birthday Baby: You are adaptable, creative and precise. You are willful and organized. COPYRIGHT 2015 UNIVERSAL UCLICK 1130 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106; 816-581-7500 last few birthday parties have been at restaurants where we paid for our own meals. The “hosts” might bring a cake, but the rest of us are expected to bring a gift to the honoree. This seems cheap to me. We enjoy getting together, but would appreciate a little more effort. Otherwise, they aren’t hosting the party at all. We are. — Not So Social in Louisville, Ky. Dear Not So: If you are paying your own way, then they are not hosting the event. However, it is not uncommon for a bunch of friends to get together to celebrate someone’s birthday, in which case, there is no host at all. We hope they reciprocate for your lovely home hospitality in some other way. Annie’s Mailbox is written by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar, longtime editors of the Ann Landers column. Email questions to anniesmailbox@ creators.com, or write to: Annie’s Mailbox, c/o Creators Syndicate, 737 3rd St., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254. Find Annie at facebook.com/askannies. To find out more about Annie’s Mailbox and read features by other Creators Syndicate writers and cartoonists, visit creators.com. COPYRIGHT 2015 CREATORS.COM wednesday, august 26, 2015 | west hawaii today comICS 5B PEANUTS GARFIELD DILBERT DOONESBURY BEETLE BAILEY FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE BIZARRO BLONDIE HAGAR THE HORRIBLE THE WIZARD OF ID FRANK AND ERNEST THATABABY B.C. THE BORN LOSER SHOE FAMILY CIRCUS ZITS DENNIS THE MENACE 6B Wednesday, August 26, 2015 | WEST HAWAII TODAY BMW Drivers EARN EXTRA $$ CASH $$ SHORT, EARLY AM HOURS!! Trucks ’10 FORD F350 Super Duty. Diesel 4x4. 11,500 Miles 6 Feet Bed. Silver. Automatic.Extra Cab. Like New. $35,000/OBO 557-5202 Motorcycle Sales & Service Factory Trained Licensed MC Mechanic Specializing in late model fuel inj. American MC’s. 20 yrs. experience. 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Brian Kubo Owner(s) (WHT788191 8/19, 8/26/15) See your business grow 329-2644 Foreclosure DOT 44170- RSC37-DOT westhawaiitoday.com Summons IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRD CIRCUIT STATE OF HAWAII OWNER’S NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONTRACT [email protected] FORECLOSURES Summons IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE THIRD CIRCUIT STATE OF HAWAII SUMMONS TO: SHELLIE A. (“UI” GRACE and ELITE PROPERTY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, LLC a Hawaii Limited Liability Company, YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT CHRISTOPHER D. BOON and ALLISON J. BOON have filed a Civil Complaint against you in that action filed as Civil No. 15-1-111K in the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit, State of Hawaii seeking damages, special damages, as well as their reasonable attorney’s fees and costs and other relief as is just and proper. YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED to appear before the Presiding Judge of the above-entitled Court, in his courtroom in the Circuit Court of the Third Circuit, 79-1020 Haukapila St, Kealakekua, Hawaii 96750 on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at 8:00 o’clock a.m. or to file with the court and serve upon Kenneth A. Ross, attorney at law, 75-5591 Palani Rd, Suite 3007, Kailua Kona, HI 96740 an answer to the complaint which has been filed in this matter. If you fail to do so, judgment by default will be taken against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. Dated: Kealakekua, Hawaii, March 19, 2015 L. MOCK CHEW, CLERK OF THE ABOVE ENTITLED COURT (WHT784944 8/12, 8/19, 8/26/15) Request for Request for Request for Request for Proposals Proposals Proposals Proposals NOTICE OF MORTGAGEE’S INTENTION TO FORECLOSURE UNDER NON-JUDICIAL POWER OF SALE Pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes §667-61 through §667-65, as amended, and Purchase Money Mortgage, Security Agreement, and Financing Statement with <See Exhibit ‘A’>, as Mortgagor, dated <See Exhibit ‘A’>, recorded in the Bureau of Conveyances of the State of Hawaii as Document No. <See Exhibit ‘A’>, and also filed with the Assistant Registrar of Land Court as Document No. <See Exhibit ‘A’>, notice is given that Wyndham Vacation Ownership, Inc., as Mortgagee, whose address is 8427 South Park Circle, Ste. 500 Orlando, FL 32819, intends to foreclose its said mortgage, and will hold a sale by public auction of Fee Simple property being that certain project, Fairfield Hawaii at Royal Sea-Cliff, located at 75-6040 Ali’i Dr., Kailua-Kona, Big Island, HI 96740 (TMK: (3) 7-5-20-14 CPR No.: <See Exhibit ‘B’>), on 9/23/2015 at 10:00 a.m., Keakealani Building 79-1020 Haukapila Street, ADA parking area at the far north end, adjacent to Haukapila Street. Each of the properties is to be sold as an undivided timeshare interest. There will be no open houses. Terms of the sale are: (1) No upset price. (2) Property sold without covenant or warranty, express or implied, as to the title possession or encumbrances; (3) at the close of the auction, the successful Purchaser shall pay 10% of the highest successful bid price (“Bid”) by money order, certified, or cashier’s check drawn against a United States based financial institution, in US Currency, made payable to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY as a non-refundable deposit; provided that Mortgagee may submit a credit bid up to the amount of the secured indebtedness; (4) The property shall be conveyed by Mortgagee’s quitclaim conveyance. Purchaser shall meet the following obligations: (a) Purchaser shall deliver a cashier’s check no later than 25 days after the auction, to escrow for the balance of the Bid; (b) Purchaser shall pay all closing costs including, but not limited to: costs of document drafting, notary fees, consent fees, escrow fees, conveyance tax, recordation fees and other charges, together with any special assessments which may arise under HRS 514B-146(g)(h) (i); (5) Purchaser shall provide the auctioneer with the selected names (vesting) and tenancy for title to the property at the conclusion of the auction; (6) Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining title insurance, if so desired, however, the availability of title or other insurance shall not be a condition of closing; (7) Time is of the essence in this transaction and any delay in performance by Purchaser which prevents the closing from occurring within 30 days after the auction shall cause Mortgagee to sustain damages in amounts which will be difficult to ascertain. In the event the sale does not close because of any delay in performance by the Purchaser as herein stated, the 10% down payment may be retained by Mortgagee as liquidated damages and not as a penalty; (8) If title is not conveyed to Purchaser for any reason, other than Purchaser’s failure to perform as specified herein, the Mortgagee’s sole responsibility shall be the return of the Bid funds tendered by Purchaser. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagee or its agents, attorneys, servicers and auctioneers; (9) The sale may be postponed from time to time by public announcement by Mortgagee or someone acting on its behalf; (10) By submitting the Bid, Purchaser acknowledges reading the terms and conditions set forth in this notice and agrees to be bound thereby and sign a written acceptance of all terms herein. THE DEFAULTED AMOUNT DUE MAY BE CURED AND THE FORECLOSURE ACTION CEASED IF THE DEFAULTING PARTY PAYS ALL DELINQUENT AMOUNTS DUE PLUS ALL PENALTIES, INTEREST, AND COSTS OF THE FORECLOSURE ACTION UP TO THE DATE OF PAYMENT. SAID AMOUNTS DUE MUST BE PAID NO LATER THAN THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO THE DATE OF SALE. THERE IS NO RIGHT TO CURE THE DEFAULT OR ANY RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AFTER THAT TIME. IF THE DEFAULT CONTINUES AFTER THE DEADLINE DATE SPECIFIED ABOVE, THE PROPERTY MAY BE FORECLOSED AND SOLD WITHOUT ANY COURT ACTION AND WITHOUT GOING TO COURT. YOU MAY HAVE LEGAL RIGHTS OR DEFENSES. FOR ADVICE, YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY LICENSED IN THE STATE OF HAWAII. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD WITHOUT ANY OPEN HOUSES BEING HELD. ALL FUTURE NOTICES AND CORRESPONDENCE WILL BE MAILED TO YOU AT THE ADDRESS AT WHICH YOU RECEIVED THIS NOTICE UNLESS YOU SEND WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS TO THE ADDRESS BELOW PROVIDING A DIFFERENT ADDRESS. THE WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS MUST BE SENT BY CERTIFIED MAIL OR REGISTERED MAIL OR BY EXPRESS MAIL, POSTAGE PREPAID AND RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THIS ACTION IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT, THAT ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, AND THAT THE DEBT MAY BE DISPUTED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE FOREGOING, TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY DEBT ASSOCIATED WITH ANY ONE OR MORE OF THE MORTGAGES DESCRIBED ON EXHIBIT ‘A’ HERETO MAY HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED IN A BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING UNDER TITLE 11 OF THE UNITED STATES CODE, PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THIS IS AN ACTION TO COLLECT A DEBT IN REM AGAINST THE PROPERTY ENCUMBERED BY SUCH MORTGAGE AND NOT IN PERSONAM AGAINST ANY MORTGAGOR. For further particulars, contact Wyndham Vacation Resorts, Inc., (800) 251-8736 8am to 5pm, (Eastern Time) Conductor of the public sale in the state of Hawaii: Kathy Mizusawa, First American Title, agent for Mortgagee; Phone: (808) 539-7504; Address: 1132 Bishop Street, Suite 1580, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813 Dated: 08/19/2015 Publication Dates: 08/26/2015; 09/02/2015; 09/09/2015 Exhibit “A” Contract Number Mortgagor(s) TMK Purchase Money Mortgage, Security Agreement, & Financing Statement Date Recording Date BOC/Land Court Document No. Estimated Foreclosure Balance ICN Foreclosure Batch No. 1231013517 DARLENE SERENA WOOD (3) 7-5-020-14 8/26/2010 10/8/2010 4006833; 2010152119 $8,529.54 10366 RSC37-DOT 1231313479 ALMA NEWTON (3) 7-5-020-14 6/13/2013 8/8/2013 A-49680014 $7,204.67 13348 RSC37-DOT 411015308 JOANNE MICHELL WENDLER (3) 7-5-020-14 6/26/2010 8/17/2010 3989760; 2010118820 $12,382.41 9988 RSC37-DOT 411203284 ENEDINA PEREZ and MARTIN BOLANOS (3) 7-5-020-14 2/19/2012 4/5/2012 A-44780013 $18,071.39 12333 RSC37-DOT 630300937 ANDREA DENETTE HAYES (3) 7-5-020-14 2/1/2003 7/3/2003 2952829; 2003-136648 $31,084.14 102 RSC37-DOT 630317055 KIERSTA LYNN HOTCHKISS and SARAI AHAH MISER (3) 7-5-020-14 9/27/2003 9/23/2004 3169650; 2004-195566 $12,262.60 5101 RSC37-DOT 870907631 HEATHER SUZANNE MARCIANO and GREG ANTHONY VALDEZ (3) 7-5-020-14 10/14/2009 12/1/2009 3919924; 2009182763 $11,360.06 9623 RSC37-DOT 950405761 JOHN ROBERT ZAMPINO and LESLIE ANN KING (3) 7-5-020-14 6/11/2004 8/4/2004 3146988; 2004-158628 $6,015.47 6732 RSC37-DOT 1031101538 DIANA LYNN WILCOX (3) 7-5-020-14 8/28/2011 10/24/2011 2011-174133 $15,780.36 11897 RSC37-DOT 1031201783 LOUIS J HENTZEN (3) 7-5-020-14 9/11/2012 10/23/2012 A-46790110 $13,581.22 12748 RSC37-DOT 1231010026 STEPHANIE MICHELLE MCGEE and TOLAN PEREZ MCGEE (3) 7-5-020-14 7/11/2010 9/1/2010 3995320; 2010-128140 $12,386.86 10084 RSC37-DOT 411220411 ELVA A SARAY-BANUELOS (3) 7-5020-14 8/4/2012 9/24/2012 A-46500105 $28,426.22 12656 RSC37-DOT 411307754 JOHN GRANT WHITEHEAD and APRIL M WHITEHEAD (3) 7-5-020-14 4/9/2013 5/24/2013 A-48920029 $33,921.92 13159 RSC37-DOT 411318215 JACOB CALHOUN FORD JR and ELIZABETH FORD (3) 7-5-020-14 8/12/2013 9/25/2013 A-50160329 $53,937.17 13530 RSC37-DOT 630403608 JIMMY FARLEY THOMPSON and SHARON LEE THOMPSON (3) 7-5-020-14 2/20/2004 10/15/2004 3180136; 2004-211199 $23,224.20 5910 RSC37-DOT 630417749 ALVARO JULIO OBESO (3) 7-5-020-14 8/22/2004 10/27/2004 3184892; 2004-218138 $2,118.77 6978 RSC37DOT 870905288 MARJORIE SUSAN HERZING (3) 7-5-020-14 7/19/2009 9/2/2009 3893918; 2009-134354 $6,434.03 9376 RSC37-DOT Exhibit “B” Business & Industrial 7B 4 5 1011 1216 17 1820 2425 2630 31 3334 3536 3738 42 4344 4546 4748 53 5458 6061 6264 66 7172 7475 7677 78 8081 8290 9496 97 98 99 100101 102103 104 107109 110111 120121 122 123124 125126 127128 129 131133 134135 136138 1081.00283 08/26/2015,09/02/2015,09/09/2015 See your business grow 329-2644 westhawaiitoday.com Product Enrichment & Signature Events Programs Request for Proposals: Opens August 31, 2015 The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA), together with its partners, the City and County of Honolulu, Counties of Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i, and Maui and the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF), are soliciting proposals for its Brand Experience programs which include: • County Product Enrichment Program (CPEP) • Ku-kulu Ola-Living Hawaiian Culture Program (LHCP) • Community-Based Natural Resources Program (NRP) • Signature Events The HTA’s programs support community-based projects that enhance resident and visitor experiences, as well as create opportunities for economic development, natural resource preservation and perpetuation of the Hawaiian culture. 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