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The Salvation Army Hawaii Island Corps kicked off its annual Angel Tree campaign Saturday to provide Christmas gifts to keiki and kupuna, and to support families facing economic challenges.

Dave Faries here, noting that Giving Tuesday is now behind us. But in Monterey County and elsewhere, the charitable spirit thrives throughout the year.

Over the last two years, privately owned lots, previously free, moved to a paid parking system two weeks before VinFast Ironman World Championship. In 2022 it was the Kona Inn and Shopping Village lot off Hualalai Road and this year it’s Coconut Grove Marketplace.

Triathletes must eat the right kinds of foods to fuel their bodies to maximize their results and minimize injuries. The host of the annual world championship race has several restaurant options for hungry Ironman competitors to keep them on the right track in their bid to cross the finish line.

"We always look at the circumstances, and if we can make people feel just a little better when they leave our restaurant,” said Shake, “we’ve had a good day.”

Sewer System Work in Kailua-Kona Begins Today