Congratulations to our new Kanaka of the Year, Henry Kim. He has been a member less than three years, but he has already proven himself a hero in Lau Kanaka circles with his luau kitchen expertise, musical talent, financial services, and all-around good natured personality.

Other nominees for the award were Pineapple Kamakea, Claudia and Ted Kaercher, Benny and Annie Stillman, Nancie Haranaka, Russell Tsubota, Patty Novak, Margarita Chong, Ray Tso, Louise Navarro, Marc Guy, Moon Kahele, Linda Hess, Lillie Knapp, and Stu Bonner. There are some good names to keep in mind for next year...