Kudos to ‘Spamalot’
at the Aloha Theatre
Need an uplifting experience? I highly recommend a “night at the theatre” (Aloha Theatre) for their newest hit musical production of “Spamalot.”
The Aloha Theatre once again brought it on with live orchestral music, (eight-plus band members — how did they fit up there?). The gorgeous costumes and wonderful ensemble performances kept audience members clapping and singing along in their seats.
Special effects, endearing theatrical “tricks,” and amazing choreography brought this performance to a higher level.
Special kudos to the intricate props and amazing timing in many numbers — especially enjoyed the “Umbrella Ballet” the ensemble performed.
Great show. Wonderful display of our local talent. As a longtime Aloha Theatre supporter,
I’d rate this one a “must see!”
Antoinette Reynolds
Kailua-Kona
Can AI assist writing
lawful legislation?
Artificial intelligence could potentially help reduce nepotism and corruption in lawmaking by analyzing vast amounts of data, identifying patterns, and providing insights based on objective criteria.
AI systems can also help identify potential biases or loopholes in proposed legislation. However, it’s crucial to design and implement AI systems in a transparent and accountable manner to ensure they serve the public interest at heart.
Ultimately, human oversight and ethical considerations would still be essential in the lawmaking process in Congress.
Wayne Henry Braden
Hilo
Using police substation
would help downtown Hilo
After reading the letter submitted by Mr. Gabriel Wibberley (Feb. 19), I can sympathize with his recommendation. Back in 2021, 2023 and 2024, I had written to the Tribune-Herald about reinstituting some sort of foot-patrol program again, which I was also a part of back in the day.
Because of police presence in the downtown Hilo area, the problems that currently exist to this day were taken care of before it got out of hand.
I realize that a manpower shortage is a problem for a foot-patrol unit. However, in regards to the bus terminal and Mooheau Park and Bandstand, I firmly believe that if the patrol officers utilize the park’s police substation office again on a regular basis, and show face at least once during the day, evening and midnight shifts, this will help deter crime and homeless people from congregating there.
When I was in patrol back in the ’90s, it was a requirement that the patrol officers make periodic checks at this substation as well as the bus terminal and bandstand.
I also would at unannounced times during these shifts open up the office to show presence and catch up on some paperwork there. My being there for a brief moment at night was like when you turn on the kitchen lights and all the cockroaches scatter and hide.
Currently, there is no “light” at this substation, and the only time there are police is when illegal activity or an accident has occurred in this area.
Put this police substation back to being intermittently and functionally used by the motor patrol officers again, and the public will see a drastic improvement at this troublesome location.
Right now, the Mooheau police substation is only an empty sign with no police presence at all.
Prentiss Moreno
Hilo
