Hawaii News Digest

Latest Hawaii State and Hawaii Island News

Menu
  • Blog Comment Policy for Hawaii News Digest
    • Mission Statement
  • Opinion, analysis, and discussion.
  • Home
Menu

Don Stratton, a USS Arizona crew member, dies at age 97

Posted on February 16, 2020 by Russ Roberts

Welcome to the overnight edition of Hawaii News Digest.

Top Story:  Don Statton, one of three surviving crew members of the USS Arizona, has died at age 97.

Views expressed in this Hawaii News summary are those of the reporters and correspondents.

Accessed on 17 February 2020, 0350 UTC, Post 20285.

Source:

https://www.staradvertiser.com/category/breaking-news/

Please click link or scroll down to read your selections.

TOP NEWS

Select your preferred viewing style.
HEADLINES ONLY 
MOST RECENT 
Don Stratton, 1 of 3 remaining crew from USS Arizona, dies at 97
  • By William Cole
  • Today
  • Updated 11:56 am
  • 3 Comments

Don Stratton, who escaped a burning USS Arizona by making a harrowing hand-over-hand climb across a rope to an adjacent ship on Dec. 7, 1941, has died. Read more

Fallen branches close lane of Pali Highway town-bound
  • By Star-Advertiser Staff
  • Today
  • Updated 2:08 pm

Police have closed the right lane of Pali Highway, Honolulu-bound, near the hairpin turn due to fallen tree limbs. Read more

American woman who left cruise ship in Cambodia tests positive for coronavirus
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • Updated 3:26 pm
  • 21 Comments

An American woman who left a cruise ship in Cambodia last week and flew to Malaysia with more than a hundred other passengers has tested positive for the coronavirus. Read more

Firefighters extinguish blaze on South Beretania Street in Makiki
  • By Star-Advertiser
  • Today
  • Updated 5:17 pm

The fire started shortly before 4 p.m. Read more

Hawaii baseball team routs North Dakota State
  • By Stephen Tsai
  • Today
  • Updated 5:00 pm

Shortstop Kole Kaler went 3-for-5, scored three runs and drove in four to power the Hawaii baseball team to an 11-3 rout of North Dakota State today at Les Murakami Stadium. Read more

U.S. passengers prepare to evacuate from cruise ship in Japan
  • By Austin Ramzy and Motoko Rich New York Times
  • Today

American passengers evacuated a cruise ship that had been quarantined for more than a week in the Japanese port city of Yokohama, after hundreds of people on board fell ill with the coronavirus. Read more

Japanese woman has coronavirus after husband gets sick following Hawaii trip
  • By Kristen Consillio
  • Feb. 15, 2020
  • Updated 10:33 am
  • 122 Comments

Hawaii health officials Friday confirmed her husband had the disease, but her condition was unknown until today. Read more

Three-star recruits, including ‘Iolani’s Lanakila Pei, turn down scholarships to walk on at Washington
  • By Mike Vorel The Seattle Times
  • Today
  • 4 Comments

Christian Galvan had other choices. Read more

Repairs completed on 30-inch main break in McCully
  • By Star-Advertiser Staff
  • Today
  • Updated 3:10 pm
  • 2 Comments

Board of Water Supply crews have completed repairs on a 30-inch water main at McCully and Young streets this afternoon. Read more

All-Star weekend, as expected, was about honoring Kobe
  • By Associated Press
  • Today

It has become one of the NBA’s most revered traditions: On the morning of the NBA All-Star Game, the league pays tribute to retired players with what is called the Legends Brunch. It brings together about 3,000 guests, and every year a recent retiree with ties to the game’s host city is honored. Read more

Home quarantine for travelers buys time as coronavirus spreads
  • By Associated Press
  • Today

On his return from China last week, Dr. Ian Lipkin quarantined himself in his basement. His wife now puts his food on the stairs. He’s run out of things to watch on Netflix. At odd hours, he walks in New York’s Central Park, keeping 10 feet away from others. Read more

Gambling machines seized and man arrested in Kalihi bust
  • By Rob Shikina
  • Feb. 15, 2020
  • 12 Comments

Police seized more than a dozen gambling machines and made one arrest while serving a search warrant at a Kalihi business. Read more

2 arrested in connection with midday Makiki shooting
  • By Rob Shikina
  • Feb. 15, 2020
  • Updated 10:15 pm
  • 15 Comments

Police arrested two men Saturday in connection with a midday Makiki shooting last week that resulted in injuries to a 1-year-old boy. Read more

Banksy’s Valentine’s Day mural covered after it was defaced
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • 3 Comments

The family that owns a house in southwest England where an artwork from Banksy appeared in time for Valentine’s Day has covered the mural after it was defaced. Read more

‘Sonic’ speeds to $57M debut; ‘Parasite’ sees big Oscar bump
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • Updated 9:39 am

The redesigned “Sonic the Hedgehog” showed plenty of teeth at the box office, speeding to a $57 million debut, according to studio estimates, while “Parasite” saw one of the largest post-Oscars bumps in years following its best picture win. Read more

Quarantine ends for Germans; Italy to fly citizens from ship
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • 1 Comments

More than 100 Germans evacuated from the hard-hit Chinese city of Wuhan, the epicenter of a new coronavirus outbreak, were set to end their prescribed 14-day quarantine period today. Read more

Rains postpones Daytona 500, dampening event, Trump’s visit
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • Updated 3:43 pm
  • 22 Comments

The Daytona 500 has been postponed by rain for the first time since 2012, dampening NASCAR’s season opener that started with a ballyhooed visit from President Donald Trump. Read more

‘Parasite’ director Bong greeted by applause in South Korea
  • By Associated Press
  • Today

Director Bong Joon-ho smiled and waved at a waiting crowd as he arrived home in South Korea, his first trip back since he won four Oscars for his movie “Parasite,” including the award for Best Picture. Read more

1 dead, 4 wounded in Connecticut club shooting, police say
  • By Associated Press
  • Today

Gunfire erupted at a Connecticut nightclub early today, killing a man and wounding four other people, police said. Read more

Wales bears the brunt as Storm Dennis rips across Britain
  • By Associated Press
  • Today

Storm Dennis roared across Britain with high winds and heavy rains, prompting authorities to issue a record number of flood warnings and alerts for England and a rare “red warning” for extremely life-threatening flooding in Wales. Read more

Iran: Trump doesn’t want war before 2020 vote
  • By Associated Press
  • Today
  • 8 Comments

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said he doesn’t believe the U.S. will pursue war with his country, because it will harm President Donald Trump’s 2020 reelection bid. Read more

 See Older Stories
—–
For the latest Hawaii State, Hawaii Island, West Hawaii, and Hawaii Sports News, please check the blog sidebars and links.  These news feeds are updated daily. Thanks for joing us today.
—–
Until next time,
Russ Roberts
https://hawaiinewsdigest.net (the daily update).
https://hawaiinewsdigest.com (breaking Hawaii News).

 

Share this:

Related

  • Flying Wallenda completes tightrope walk above Ala Moana
  • February 17, 2020
  • In "Hawaii Island News"
  • Governor calls for 30-day tourism moratorium
  • March 17, 2020
  • In "Hawaii Island News"
  • Quarantine loophole closed
  • November 20, 2020
  • In "Hawaii Island News"
Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Site Manager

Retired news director for Pacific Radio Group (Hawaii Island). Retired Lt Col USAFR. FCC-licensed amateur radio operator (KH6JRM). Substitute teacher for Hawaii DOE.

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Join 412 other subscribers

Big Island Video News

  • Hawaii COVID-19 Saturday Update: 134 New Cases Statewide January 24, 2021
    HAWAIʻI ISLAND - Of the 134 new cases of COVID-19 reported statewide at noon on Saturday, only two (2) cases were identified on Hawaiʻi island.
    Big Island Video News
  • High Surf, Wind, Heavy Rain Possible For Hawaiʻi Island January 24, 2021
    HAWAIʻI - Forecasters have issued a High Surf Advisory, a Wind Advisory, and a new Hydrologic Outlook for the Big Island.
    Big Island Video News
  • VOLCANO WATCH: Scientists Examine Kilauea’s Newest Lava January 22, 2021
    HAWAIʻI VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK - Findings indicate that the current eruption did not begin with “fresh” hot magma entering Kīlauea’s shallow summit reservoir.
    Big Island Video News
  • Hawaiʻi COVID-19 Thursday Update: 16 New Cases On Big Island January 21, 2021
    HAWAIʻI ISLAND - Of the 119 new cases of COVID-19 reported statewide at noon on Thursday, sixteen (16) cases were identified on Hawaiʻi island.
    Big Island Video News
  • Mayor Roth Released From Hilo Medical Center January 21, 2021
    HILO, Hawaiʻi - On Tuesday, doctors implanted a pacemaker and defibrillator into Mayor Roth, after his January 9th heart attack.
    Big Island Video News

Hawaii Tribune-Herald Sports News

  • UFC 257: Hilo’s Tavares marks return January 22, 2021
    Tribune-Herald
    Kevin Jakahi
  • Retief Goosen takes the lead of Mitsubishi Electric Championship after first round January 22, 2021
    With consecutive rounds of success and an old putter in his bag, familiarity was the key to Retief Goosen’s success at Hualalai Golf Course on Thursday.
    none
  • Clubs cherish return to wet: After lengthy layoff, swim practices at county pools back in vogue January 22, 2021
    The waters off the Big Island figure do be a little less teeming with youth swimmers than previously during the pandemic.
    Matt Gerhart
  • No spectators, much fanfare at Hualalai: New look, usual loaded field for PGA Champions Tour opener in Kona January 21, 2021
    It’s going to look a little different, but the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai is back, celebrating its silver anniversary on the Big Island.
    none
  • Bench reformer: Hubbell, a UHH men’s basketball legacy, hits the ground running with increased playing time January 21, 2021
    All Steven Hubbell needed was a chance to show what he could do for the UH-Hilo basketball team, but he sat on the bench most of the time last season.
    Kevin Jakahi

Blog Archives

Blog Stats

  • 251,802 hits

Hawaii News Digest supplementary pages

  • Blog Comment Policy for Hawaii News Digest
    • Mission Statement
  • Home
  • Opinion, analysis, and discussion.

Related news sites

https://www.hawaiigeopoliticalnews.com

https://www.hawaiisciencedaily.info

https://bigislandarrlnews.com

https://www.simplehamradioantennas.com

https://www.bbc.com/news/world

https://reuters.com/news/world

 

Russ’s twitter feed

Russell RobertsFollow

Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
2h

DX-News-HAM Radio-Amateur Radio News https://t.co/dd3V8KrtUW

Reply on Twitter 1353337019376619520Retweet on Twitter 1353337019376619520Like on Twitter 1353337019376619520Twitter 1353337019376619520
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
2h

DX-News-HAM Radio-Amateur Radio News https://t.co/QSahNoRSaE

Reply on Twitter 1353334612467052546Retweet on Twitter 1353334612467052546Like on Twitter 1353334612467052546Twitter 1353334612467052546
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
2h

Rough ocean conditions churn erosion concerns around Oahu https://t.co/Smawqo9GRH

Reply on Twitter 1353329613158531074Retweet on Twitter 1353329613158531074Like on Twitter 1353329613158531074Twitter 1353329613158531074
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
2h

Packers vs Bucs for NFC Championship https://t.co/qx8Io2kCZe

Reply on Twitter 1353328583113134081Retweet on Twitter 1353328583113134081Like on Twitter 1353328583113134081Twitter 1353328583113134081
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Hawaii Science Daily: Science & Environment-BBC News https://t.co/CSKn64uTm1

Reply on Twitter 1353322794537209856Retweet on Twitter 1353322794537209856Like on Twitter 1353322794537209856Twitter 1353322794537209856
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Hawaii Geopolitical News: World-BBC News https://t.co/I9FGxAvve3

Reply on Twitter 1353318974902034433Retweet on Twitter 1353318974902034433Like on Twitter 1353318974902034433Twitter 1353318974902034433
Russell Roberts@kh6jrm·
3h

Kalanianaole Road Work https://t.co/K4qsggcM6u

Reply on Twitter 1353314264908500992Retweet on Twitter 1353314264908500992Like on Twitter 1353314264908500992Twitter 1353314264908500992
Load More...
Custom Twitter Feeds Plugin

Russ’s Facebook Page

Russ’s Facebook Page
© 2021 Hawaii News Digest | Powered by Minimalist Blog WordPress Theme