Recent vicious dog attacks in mauka Pa'auilo and Kalopa, and what we can do to prevent them.

We did not publish a newsletter in December 2024.

An abstract painter and world traveler, Fred Alexandre now makes his home in mauka Pa'auilo.

On a gorgeous Saturday a few weeks ago, forty people met in Kalōpā State Park to experience an upcountry tropical forest. They were there to hear experts in forestry, native plants, and invasive species, describe the value of, and threats to, our forests, and to meet and support the small, dedicated team of volunteers who for many years have been working to maintain the unique features within the park.

Kalōpā State Park and the adjoining forest reserve are impressive examples of a community coming together to preserve a spectacular community treasure. Here is an update on the park and the remarkable team of volunteers who maintain its trails and gardens.

Every small farm that now receives property tax breaks by participating in the non-dedicated program, and wishes to continue receiving reduced property taxes, will have to re-apply for assessment under one of three new categories of farm classification by September, 2025.

There are many reasons why those of us who live in mauka Pa’auilo and Kalōpā love being here. Whether our families have lived on these slopes of Mauna Kea for generations, or we arrived just a few years ago, we all sense how fortunate we are. Without slighting any other community along the Hāmākua Coast, there is something special about this elevation, this microclimate, this mix of cultures, occupations and pursuits, and contented retirement.

Fire Chief Kazuo Todd reports on Hawaii County's risks from wind storms and fires during the upcoming summer dry season.

The Hamakua Times published our April newsletter in May, so we took a month off.. did you miss us?

An update on the twolined spittlebug - a rancher's worst nightmare. Whether you have a pasture with livestock or just a nice lawn, you can help stop the spread of this dangerous invasive.

Notes from PMKCA's 2024 annual membership meeting. Fire Captain Peter Andrade and Volunteer Fire Captain (VFD 8A) Jim Millar discuss reducing wildfire risks on our properties and in our community.

Some good news - and no new bad news! Summaries of recent developments in fighting ROD in our forests and on our private properties.