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keep it civil as well as optimistic. when it comes to alternate history, anything could happen. just be logical about it please.

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Aloha,

Are there any students currently attending KCC? I will be starting school next month January, 2025 (Spring Semester) and my sister in law says parking will be difficult due to the Diamond Head Hiking attraction and farmers market. She attended school a couple years ago and ended up taking online classes because of parking. I am wondering if it is still an issue? My classes start at 7:30am on some mornings and other days 12pm. Most of my classes are required in person due to lab. Thanks in advance.

The UH Cancer Center’s Healthy Diet & Lifestyle Study 2 is still looking for more adults (age 35-69) on Oahu, especially men, to explore how changes in dietary habits, along with regular physical activity, can affect the amount of fat stored in the abdomen and reduce disease risk. To check if you're eligible and learn more, follow the link

https://www.uhcancercenter.org/community-outreach/participate-in-a-research-study/healthy-diet-and-lifestyle-study

im redoing my setup and im in desperate need of a mousepad. im just wondering if anyone has bought anything locally (aside from like kawaii kon comic con etc). a lot of the ones i liked online would arrive in January, so any reccomendations would be greatly appreciated!!

I need to have some solenoid work done on my CRV. LS Auto in Wahiawa wants to charge $290 including parts and labor, $80-100 to look and clean or just nothing if they no need clean em. Auto Capital wants to charge $590 but they'll replace everything. Has anyone had any experience with theses places?

There was this dessert I used to always eat as a kid and it was practically all honey. It may have had the honey comb in it. Any locals know the name?

I moved really young and it's pretty much non-existent here. I would ask for honey and I would always be told "that's how we eat honey here."

TED talk about disinformation. At 4:40, she mentioned a Chinese disinformation campaign about the Maui fire.

https://youtu.be/kZeVIJqW1ts

Does anybody smoke anymore?

I smoked five packs a day in college, but finally quit in 1980. Pack from the vending machine was 35 cents, so unfortunately, everybody smoked.

I am long retired and don't have a physically active daily life, so was wondering, in your area/island, are there plenty people smoke?

Hi, I'll be visiting Waikiki next weekend for my birthday. I am from Big Island, and haven't been to Oahu in a while. What are some fun activities, besides drinking and partying, to do in Waikiki? Any neat spots to check out? I'm thinking stuff for the daytime, but night activities as well.

Lately it's been getting bad. Yesterday there were two individuals smoking ice on the steps leading up to my place. One was fairly aggressive. Told them to leave; they didn't. Called the police; they didn't show up. I've had to kick three or so different groups/individuals off my steps over the past few weeks. They're pooping in the bushes by the steps, throwing cans and other rubbish (including used wet wipes) in the bushes, smoking ice, etc. For the past two or three months it's been getting worse and worse. How do you guys deal with it?

Aloha! I apologize if I am asking a FAQ, as I am new to this sub, although not to Hawaii.

How can we file a complaint against an HOA? I haven't found info as to a regulatory board or entity who can hold HOAs accountable for mismanagement.

Our house is in a development with single family homes and a mandatory membership in the HOA, with fees of more than $600 a year even if you never use the one common area (a parking lot and boat ramp). The HOA management is inconsistent and very vague in their policies, rarely responds to questions from its members, and will only cater to certain households. We have had issues with one of the homeowners poisoning cats and birds, but the HOA flat-out refuses to send out a general email blast to members that they have heard reports of this and to please keep an eye out for dead animals. We know who is doing it, but the direct neighbors don't want to file a complaint with HPD or HHS because of quite reasonable fears of retaliation. I have asked the HOA several times to send out a PSA email, without naming any names, and I even wrote a very simple one they could have just copied and pasted and sent out. They still refuse, saying that unless the poisonings are occurring in the parking lot/boat ramp area itself, they "can't" do anything about it. On the other hand, they quickly send out email blasts concerning topics like a lost drone found in a member's yard, an attempted car break-in on a side street, etc. None of these incidents have occurred in the lot/ramp area, either.

They cannot give me a good reason for not sending out what I think is an important email about felony animal cruelty while gladly sending them out about other issues. We have always paid our dues on time in the 17 years of owning the house, been very pleasant to the HOA and have not lodged complaints about anything else. So, they can't claim we're just troublemakers, nor can they tell me why some members have their complaints readily addressed while others are ignored.

Many of us are also wondering how well the fees we pay are being managed. For example, our fees are supposedly to pay rent to Bishop Estate on the parking lot/ramp area. The whole of the rest of the development is fee simple, and the HOA could purchase the fee for the lot and ramp for a very modest fee. The HOA has been made aware of this, yet continues to charge us for rent.

I would like to find out who I can get in touch with to try to shed some light on a) why some members are ignored and others not, and b) how the money is being used. I bet a forensic accountant would have many questions upon reviewing financial documents. Even if the whole not-buying-the-fee-from-KSBE issue is due to incompetence and not intentional misuse of funds, it would be very helpful to know what can be done to see that the HOA is managed properly in future.

Mahalo nui loa for any help you can provide.

I want to get a tattoo. I know there are plenty of artists who can do nice tribal tats but are there any who can do really nice black and grey tattoos or should I go mainland for that? What I’m looking for is a gladiator tattoo on my forearm. I’ve attached a picture, what I’m looking for isn’t exactly that but it’s just a general idea for you guys. Anyone know anyone who I could trust to help make an amazing piece for me? I live in Maui but am okay with traveling to get this done. Thank you 🤙🏼

Anyone go yet? Wondering about seating locations

recommended husky breeders in Oahu? looking for a female puppy within the month.

Probably 10 years ago I came across a local brand that had a t shirt design that looked like the Golden State Warriors logo here, but instead had a drawing of Diamond Head and I believe said UH Rainbow Warriors or something like that. Anyone remember seeing these around?

https://preview.redd.it/b0lolqmtc27e1.png?width=1200&format=png&auto=webp&s=0c35abe2bdb0d193474a1176e22767d16b81d292

Hi, I'm looking to buy some calendars for gifts that would benefit a charity or organization based in Hawaii. Thank you!!

So I was leaving St Francis the other day and typed in 801 South Apts as my destination in my maps, and I came across a small stopping point. I remember there was a sign that said SCENIC LOOKOUT. I can’t be sure but I think it was after a right turn at a stop sign. I can’t find the place anymore can anyone help me out?

Personally, a lot of the expensive touristy stuff like horseback riding, the helicopter tour, or ziplining in North Shore. The aina was enough for me but now I want to try new things

Hi I recently graduated with my psych degree. Unfortunately it didn't hit me until my last semester that I didn't want to pursue a career as a clinical psychologist. I'm looking int apprenticeships/ licensures that will help me to begin a career. I need about roughly $50,000-60,000$ to live comfortably ( as per my standards) and I desire a career that allows me to grow. My background is predominantly customer service (call center, grocery store, cashiers...) but I don't mind pivoting. I'm frustrated at this point because I'm willing to do the work, I just don't know where to start.

What career paths should I look into/consider?

Where can I find cheap or free licensure/ training?

I am actively using google at this very moment, but I would appreciate any leads.

I need a Christmas present for my in-laws and they’re big golfers but they have more than enough golfing things so we’re hoping for to gift tee time at maybe a nicer course. Can anyone recommend any golf courses? Also of any of them sells gift cards that can cover their tee time that would be perfect. Thank you!!!

I’m Christina Jedra, and I’ve been covering Honolulu's permitting delays for years — most recently in our coverage of  illegal work on HGTV’s “Renovation Aloha” (link below). A lot of Redditors and readers are curious about what causes these delays, and I’m here to help answer your questions.

You can also share general news tips/story ideas, and ask questions about our nonprofit newsroom or local news in Hawaiʻi. Our team will be standing by to answer your questions! 🤙

Check out my latest reporting on “Renovation Aloha”: https://www.civilbeat.org/2024/12/honolulu-yanks-renovation-aloha-permit-after-civil-beat-exposes-illegal-work/

Read more stories in my ongoing project, “Permit Pileup”: https://www.civilbeat.org/projects/permit-pileup/ 

Mahalo and hope to see you there!

I came out to let my dogs out today and found a bunch of these clinging to the back wall of my house.

Needing a last minute Xmas gift and wondering if anyone has recommendations for places to get some sterling silver jewelry? Boutiques or pawn shops or anything really but used/vintage is definitely preferred. Thanks!