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Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

It’s a shame the city failed to figure out a solution to manage access, but so many other incredible hikes are still open and legal.

The Royal Hawaiian Band played there recently, and it was a chance to observe how island traditions are changing.

We can all do our part by only getting our information from a trusted or official source.

At Merrie Monarch, a kumu hula continually pushes for innovation in the ancient Hawaiian art.

It’s a systemic problem that has made legislators largely unresponsive to community needs.

Steve McCurry, who visited Punahou School last week, made the famous National Geographic cover of the “Afghan Girl” and many other memorable images.

Hawaii is one of the few remaining states that require family members who inherit a business to pay an estate tax.

Forget the scenery, forget the weather and ask yourself this: What was the last thing your government did for you that made you feel good about living here?

Pedestrians are usually blamed for accidents, but it is often not backed by data.