Embracing Change On June 30th, I attended Tripler Army Medical Center’s (TAMC) change of command ceremony. TAMC bid farewell to the former commander, COL Michael Ronn, and aloha to the incoming commander, COL William Bimson. The change of command is part...
Read MoreDouglas "Doug" Kulonoehu Awai Sr., 82, of Hilo, died April 30 at home. Born in Honolulu, he was the retired owner and mason contractor for Awai Masonry, later known as Awai & Sons Inc., a member of The Church of...
Read MoreU.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Maritza Garcia, 154th Medical Group Detachment 1 medic and Tactical Combat Casualty Care instructor, evaluates Armed Forces of the Philippines students during a medical field training exercise May 29, 2025, at Camp O’Donnell, Philippines. The...
Read MoreOn July 9th, 2010, the skies over Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam shimmered with anticipation. Down on the flight line, a crowd gathered — Guardsmen, active-duty Airmen, state officials and families — awaiting the arrival of a sleek, unfamiliar silhouette in...
Read More🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸 Today we honor the legacy of our independence — and the men and women who continue to defend it. Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment to country.
Read MoreJohn Saito, 66, of Honaunau died Jan. 25 at Kona Community Hospital. Born in Honolulu, he was a mechanic, coffee and macadamia nut farmer, fisherman, animal lover and Hawaii Army National Guard veteran. Survived by sister, Rachel Saito of Honomalino; two nephews; grandnieces,...
Read MoreEmbracing the Joys of Summer As summer officially begins on June 20th, we embrace the longer days, higher temperatures, and the joy of family vacations and travel. With kids out of school and more time spent outdoors, it is important...
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