The Kūkā‘ilimoku is the official e-newsletter of the 154th Wing, Hawaii Air National Guard. The first issue came in September 1957 and continues as an e-newsletter today.
Today we feature the January 1990 Kūkā‘ilimoku issue. This issue includes the following stories:
* HIANG Award winners get F-15 Eagle orientation rides
* Promotions: including Carol Keanini, Jon Iwashita, Douglas Berbano, John Guerri, Gary Matsuda
* CAMS News & Views: lots of familiar names
* 154th Resource Management Squadron Round Up
* Sports News
The State Department of Defense once held Awards and Retirement luncheons twice a year. These luncheons recognized retiring Federal and state employees. Current employees who achieved 10, 20, 30 or more years of longevity received service awards. Luncheons were held at the Hale Koa Hotel.
This photograph shows Jeffrey Hickman and Love Williamson, the luncheon co-emcees going over their notes. Each retiree had the opportunity to speak and those speeches were always interesting. Jeff and Love were great emcees that kept the program moving along.
They say birthdays get less exciting as we get older, however, there are important ages to keep in mind as you plan for retirement. There are important milestone ages to note before and throughout retirement. Mark these birthdays on your calendar to boost your retirement income and avoid unnecessary penalties.
The FDA has approved these sugar substitutes, and the National Cancer Institute says there’s no proof they cause cancer — but there are some risks, especially if you overdo it, including changes to your gut bacteria and links to diabetes.
From the Honolulu Magazine website
Where chefs eat. It’s not late-night ramen and leftover mac and cheese after a long shift. Eleven local chefs dish on their go-to orders at their own restaurants and at other around town. Here’s what they crave.
A cryptocurrency (or crypto currency or crypto for short) is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange wherein individual coin ownership records are stored in a ledger existing in a form of computerized database using strong cryptography to secure transaction records, to control the creation of additional coins, and to verify the transfer of coin ownership.
Cryptojacking is defined as the secret use of a computing device to mine cryptocurrency.
Cryptojacking used to be confined to the victim unknowingly installing a program that secretly mines cryptocurrency.
The Secure Mac Guide to Understanding Cryptocurrency and Cryptojackingcyp
From the Wired Magazine website
With so some many people stuck inside, Zoom has become the default video chat platform for millions. Its simple, accessible interface makes keeping in touch with family, friends, and coworkers a cinch. At the same time, many have found Zoom’s default privacy and security features lacking, exposing users to trolls and unwanted oversight. If you’re using Zoom, here’s how to stay safe and protected.
Taking a vitamin supplement to cover your nutritional bases? Find out how and when to take it so your body gets the most from it.
Jun Arconado served as the recruiter for the 292nd Combat Communications Squadron (292 CBCS) on Maui. After many years of service, he decided to move to the Northwest to pursue new opportunities.
On October 25, 2002, the Hawai‘i Air National Guard recruiters had a going away party for him. The attendees include several 292 CBCS members who flew in for the party.
In the photograph are Jun and Celia Espinosa, who presented him one of many gifts that night.
From the Wired Magazine website
Whether it’s a prying boss or a paranoid partner, no one should snoop on your phone or laptop. But that’s exactly what can happen if stalkerware somehow gets installed on your devices. These software tools are designed to be hidden and difficult to detect, but you can find them if you know how.
There’s a wide range of scenarios here, from friends playing pranks to partners being abusive. If you’re in a relationship where you feel trapped and afraid, help is available from the National Domestic Violence Hotline, the Coalition Against Stalkerware, and many other places—please reach out.
Dealing with programs planted on company-owned devices by your employer is a little different than someone you know personally trying to spy on you. The company you work for may have what it sees as valid reasons to keep tabs on how productive you are, especially if it provides the hardware and software you use every day.
From the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced today the addition of 10 ‘quick start guides’ and caregiver resources to the VA Welcome Kit — a guide for service members, Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors to access care, benefits and services.
The updated welcome kit makes it easier to obtain information about VA resources by listing each step and document needed in the application or enrollment process.
Retiree News wishes Happy New Year
to all retirees, current service members and friends
We begin 2021 with optimism of a better year for all
Today is December 31, 2020, the last day of 2020.
The coronavirus pandemic and other trying events made this a difficult year worldwide. Hawaii took extraordinary actions to minimize COVID-19 transmission.
Government directives shut down companies and unemployment reached record highs as the pandemic spread. The overwhelmed unemployment system slowed payments. Sadly, many companies, especially restaurants, closed permanently.
Mandated stay at home periods caused families to become teachers as distance learning began. The supply chain struggled to keep up with demand. There were shortages of toilet paper, and many food items.
But as we enter 2021:
Don’t Worry – Life is Still Not Cancelled
Be thankful for what you have – especially your family and friends.
Continue to stay SAFE.
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