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Just wanted everyone who is here on island to know: RSV is going around in West Hawaii.

 

COVID is Here

Dear Neighbors,

I don’t want to be Suzy Sunshine, sending only pictures of the beauty of our Hualalai while ignoring the elephant in the room: COVID, Delta strain. Maybe because we aren’t on state mandated lock down, there seems to be more cases of COVID at Hualalai than at the beginning of the pandemic. The […]

Hawaii Is Struggling with the Delta Variant

This is an article from The Honolulu Civil Beat:

The state reported four more Covid deaths on Thursday, and more than 750 new cases. Covid hospitalizations hit a record single-day high at 352, according to the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency.

The highly contagious delta variant now makes up 93% of recent Covid cases in the […]

Presentation by Dr. Pacini on May 1.

Presentation by Dr. Aude Pacini

Kumu Kai Center (located at King’s Pond)

Saturday, May 1st

10:00 AM

Space is Limited

Dr. Aude Pacini, researcher and lab manager of the Marine Mammal Research Program at the Hawai’i Institute of Marine Biology at University of Hawai’i Manoa, will join Members and Guests at the Kumu Kai […]

Shark Sighting Facts

Because your editor heard conflicting accounts about the Shark Sighting Sign posting, she went to the source for information: Trent Fischer, director of OAC/Alaka’i Nalu.

“We had the sign up on Thursday, March 18 because there was a shark sighting. But it’s been safe since then,” Trent said.

Okay, then! That’s the scoop.

BTW, a […]

Shark Sighted Sign Was Not a Current Event!!!

Chantal Prunier wrote to clear up any misunderstandings about yesterday’s post with the award worthy photo from Bill McDowell.

“Alaka’i Nalu reports that the Shark Sighted sign hasn’t been on our beach for a while and no shark has been sighted lately!”

Glad to know and glad to clear that up!!

Shark Sighting

Bill McDowell shares: “A sobering reminder of what to look 👀 for.”

 

Art Show and Sale: Firehouse Gallery in Waimea

Pueo’s Osteria and Pele’s Wok drop off

Aloha Hualalai Ohana, Mahalo for your support, Here are the following specials :

 

Pueos Osteria:

Soup: Hamakua Mushroom Crema, Truffle oil

Pasta: Rigatoncini Ala Norma, Eggplant, San Marzano Tomato, Ricotta Salata

Catch: Hawaiian Ono Francaise, Fennel & Honey Roasted Broccoli, Lemon Caper Butter

 

Peles Wok:

Entrée: Prime Rib & XO Sauce (contains shrimp […]

2020 Subaru For Sale!

2020 Subaru Ascent Limited with 2,800 miles for sale. It has a black interior. Asking price is $38,000. Owners paid $44,000 for the car. Call Cammy at 415-971-2227.

Give a Donation, Get a Golf Cart!

For a donation of $5,000 to the Hualalai Ohana Foundation, or the best offer of a donation to the Hualalai Ohana Foundation, get a golf cart! Condition: As is. Likely needs a battery replacement. Interested? Contact kathykinsf@gmail.com for more information.

Income/Capital Gains Tax Hike Bill

Below is an article about the proposed Hawaii tax increases that are in final consideration in the legislature. The top income tax rate would jump from 11% to 16% and the capital gains rate would jump from 7.25% to 11%. https://www.law360.com/tax-authority/articles/1362709/hawaii-senate-approves-income-capital-gains-tax-hike-bill Also below is a link where you can send an email expressing your views […]

The Nature Conservatory Webinar

Fellow homeowner, Janet Montag, a trustee of the TNC Hawaii chapter, is sharing this opportunity. “The upcoming Webinar on March the 16th is specifically talking about our work on the Kona Coast. It might be of interest to our homeowners,” Janet says. To sign up, go to: https://hawaiiwebinarseries.splashthat.com/ […]

In Loving Memory of Anne Ryan

Brilliant Skies in the Morning

The sunrise was spectacular Friday morning:

 

COVID-19 Update: We’re doing really well!

The Big Island on Friday had a 0.4% test positivity rate, below the statewide rate of 0.8%.

Over the past two weeks, the Big Island has reported 38 cases or an average of 2.6 cases per day. Most of the cases […]

Farmer’s Feasts To Begin Weekly, February 10

The Farmer’s Feast will be replacing the Farmer’s Market at Ke’olu and moving from Saturday to Wednesday beginning next Wednesday, February 10th. Farmer’s Feast will feature a fantastic brunch menu from Chef Michael and the Ke’olu culinary team. Brunch will run from 9 am – 2 pm weekly.

Market Orders:

Ke’olu will continue […]

Vaccine Update: Moving Ahead, slow but sure.

 

Notice from Hilo Medical Center Covid Team

Welcome news: “CVS to begin offering COVID-19 vaccines at 7 Longs Drugs in Hawaii starting Feb. 11,” according to today’s Honolulu Star-Advertiser’s story – includes Hilo! Today is day 10 of vaccinating kupuna 75 years and older! We are still being inundated with calls on our […]

Pueo’s Drop Off Menu for Feb. 3

Aloha! Happy February!

Chef Jaron’s specials this week will be:

Soup: Broccoli Crema. Parmesan crisp

Pasta: Wild Boar Pappardelle, Waimea kale, pecorino

Catch: Pan seared Mahi Mahi, basil risotto, sauteed green beans, artichoke olive tapenade

 

Full menu at pueososteria.com/menu

 

Please reply on email or call 808-339-7566 by 3pm. lisa@pueososteria.com

Christine Babian will be […]

Food and Beverage Updates!

 

Friday, January 22, 2021

Aloha Hualālai Club Members,

As we enter this new year, we look forward to creating many memorable experiences to enjoy across the resort. Starting today, the Food & Beverage team will send you a weekly newsletter each Friday. This newsletter will feature new events and happenings, share dates for […]

Pueo’s Specials for January 13

Pueo’s Specials for January 13

Soup: Beef barley

Catch: Kampachi or Ono. Gigante bean and spinach ragout

Pasta: white shrimp scampi, spinach, tomato

Full menu at pueososteria.com/menu

order on email: lisa@pueososteria.com or call 808-339-7566 by 3pm

Pick up to be at Keolu lot at 5:30 pm