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2 KAUA‘I MIDWEEK DECEMBER 22, 2021
The 38th annual Ha- wai‘i Pacific Health Great Aloha Run takes place Feb. 18-21, and it’s never too early to reg- ister and start training. Two months ahead of the event and I’ve got the first half of that list done — and the good news is that I don’t have to train too hard.
by Nicole Monton
The Greatest Run In All Of Hawai‘i
KIUC BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION
PETITIONS
Members can run for the cooperative’s board by submitting a completed member petition with the signatures of at least 35 members (electric account holders) in good standing by 4 p.m. on December 29, 2021.
For details on candidate eligibility, petition information and the election process, please visit www.kiuc.coop/election.
All potential candidates must be a KIUC member, comply with Board Policy 18 and attend an orientation to confirm a willingness to serve.
The election will be held on March 19, 2022.
KIUC is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
I last did the Great Aloha Run in 2019, run-walking (mostly walking) those gru- eling 8-plus miles from Aloha Tower to Aloha Stadium. Af- ter that, my legs were shot! In 2022, I won’t have that problem because next year’s virtual event will allow par- ticipants to complete the 8.15 miles over the long Presidents Day weekend.
Partner up with family and friends to complete the Great Aloha Run next year.
PHOTO COURTESY GREAT ALOHA RUN
chance for registrants to bid farewell to Aloha Stadium. According to Kai Onouye, those who enter will have a
“If you care about your health and wellness and enjoy Hawai‘i’s beauty, you can do the Great Aloha Run in a day or across four days, anywhere you wish,” explains founder Carole Kai Onouye.
Next year, she will be do- ing the Great Aloha Run at Ala Moana Beach Park with husband Eddie and new fur baby Charly Girl. “If you see me, please say hello,” she adds.
The Great Aloha Run isn’t just about health and fitness, though. It’s a big supporter of local charities, and this year will distribute funds from reg- istration fees to 30 nonprofits.
“What I love the most about the Great Aloha Run is that it combines health and fitness for everyone, and that it gives back to our beloved community,” explains Kai Onouye.
The 2022 event is also a
chance to drive into the iconic O‘ahu venue one last time.
To sign up and learn more, visit greataloharun.com.
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