Obituaries for October 10
Carolyn R. Koehnen, 94, of Hilo died Aug. 25 at home. Born in Auburn, Calif., she was a retired nurse and widow of businessman and community leader Fred J. Koehnen. Private services held. Survived by daughters, Lynne P. Forbes, Helie K. Rock and Kristi Robinson; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
How Erdogan backed Trump into a corner on Syria
Trump brazenly stiff-arms the impeachment inquiry
President Donald Trump took his contempt for the rule of law to a new level Tuesday, declaring through the White Houses top lawyer that his administration would not answer any subpoenas, turn over any documents or cooperate in any way with the impeachment inquiry launched by House Democrats. By stonewalling Congress, Trump is once again asserting authority that he simply does not have under the Constitution.
Your Views for October 10
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Turkey begins offensive against Kurdish fighters in Syria
Defying impeachment inquiry, Trump makes charge more certain
Cartoon for October 10
The world as seen by cartoonist Chris Britt, Creators.com.
State briefs for October 10
2019 Hilo World Peace Festival set for Oct. 19
The 10th annual Hilo World Peace Festival is slated for 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, at the Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
Bunka No Hi: Japanese Community Association of Hawaii presents biennial cultural event
The Japanese Community Association of Hawaii presents its biennial Japanese Culture Day, or Bunka No Hi, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at Sangha Hall in downtown Hilo.
Library to host cybersecurity awareness event
The Hawaii State Public Library System is offering Safe and Secure: Protect Yourself on the Internet cyber safety awareness programs at various public libraries throughout the month of October.
Celebrate National Food Day with KTA
Come celebrate National Food Day at KTA Super Stores, 50 E. Puainako St., in Hilo.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park events in October
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park continues its tradition of sharing Hawaiian culture, After Dark in the Park talks and opportunities to explore the Kahuku Unit during October.
Soccer: Vulcans double their pleasure
The sun had already begun to set and it wasnt like there was a helicopter hovering over UH-Hilo to dry its drenched and muddy soccer field at halftime.
The skinny on UHH volleyball player Wade: She’s efficient, and a bit of a perfectionist
As uber-efficient as UH-Hilo freshman Emily Wade has been lately, alas, she hasnt been perfect.
BIIF: Konawaena closes on D2 state berth with win at HPA
It wasnt easy, but Konawaena swept Hawaii Prep on the road to establish itself, once again, as a team to beat.
Ironman World Championship prompts West Hawaii road closures
KAILUA-KONA With so many people in Kona for the Ironman World Championship, being prepared by allotting extra time for travel and knowing which routes are closed is key this week.
Shooting suspect in custody
Police have arrested a man they say was wanted for questioning with the non-fatal shooting of a 41-year-old early Monday evening in Hawaiian Paradise Park.
Man killed in tractor mishap
Police are investigating the rollover of a tractor that killed a 69-year-old man Tuesday in Paauilo.
Tribune-Herald Athlete of the Week: UH-Hilo’s Bria Beale
Bria Beale • volleyball
Soccer: Vulcans seek to soothe frustrations
Tranquility now.
Obituary for October 9
Manuel Daog, 90, of Florida, formerly of Hilo, died Oct. 7 at Hawaii Care Choices Pohai Malama Care Center in Hilo. Born in Hilo, he was a retired U.S. Army sergeant first class who worked for several companies in Chicago and Miami after retiring from the Army. Visitation 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 11, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mass at 10 a.m. Cremation to follow. Interment 8:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (Punchbowl) in Honolulu. Casual attire; no flowers. Survived by son, Michael (Diana) Daog of Miami Gardens, Fla.; daughters, Rose Marie Daog Yuhas of Los Angeles and Sandi (Kevin) Hagan of Maitland, Fla.; five grandchildren; nieces and nephews. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
White House spurns House impeachment probe as illegitimate
Visitor becomes 7th rat lungworm patient in 2019
The state Department of Health said Tuesday it was notified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about a lab-confirmed case of rat lungworm disease in a visitor to Hawaii Island.
Police seek three missing men
Police are seeking the publics help with finding three men reported missing in separate incidents.