While most of us use the day to go to the beach, barbecue meats or watch television, since the Civil War a day in May was set aside for the dead.* War dead, specifically–those men and women in uniform who died serving their country. John Absalom–known for years on Maui radio airwaves as “Johnny A”–has in intimate understanding of the day’s true meaning. A Marine Corps veteran … [Read more...] about For Memorial Day, we talk story with Johnny A about honored vets and the gulf between civilians and the military
Memorial Day
Maui Police to ‘enhance’ DUI enforcement during Memorial Day weekened
In honor of the fact that many people celebrate Memorial Day by goofing off and drinking, the Maui Police Department will be “enhancing”–their word–their efforts at stopping drinking and driving this holiday weekened. “The DUI Task Force Unit will be conducting several Intoxication Control Checkpoints at various locations throughout our county,” said MPD Sgt. Nick Krau of … [Read more...] about Maui Police to ‘enhance’ DUI enforcement during Memorial Day weekened
Memorial Day Ceremony at Makawao Cemetery
Join the Maui County Veterans Council for a Memorial Day ceremony honoring all who fought for our country this Monday, May 25. The ceremony features the King Kekaulike High School Band, a helicopter flower drop, white dove release and local speakers. Col. Kenneth Hara, the deputy adjutant of the Army Hawaiian National Guard, will address attendees. Feel free to bring flowers. … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Ceremony at Makawao Cemetery
This Monday, May 26: Memorial Day Observance
Honor our veterans this Memorial Day on Monday. To commemorate all who have died while serving in the U.S. armed forces, the Girl Scouts will place leis on the graves at the Maui Veterans Cemetery in Makawao. Join our local community for a time of reflection and remembrance. And if you get a chance, look over the grave stones and take note of the ages of those who gave their … [Read more...] about This Monday, May 26: Memorial Day Observance