announced that the Chicago Police Department has accepted the delivery of two Bell 407GXis expanding their all-Bell fleet with additional public safety capabilities “Bell is proud to build upon our over 20-year relationship with the Chicago Police Department as they modernize their aerial public safety capabilities with an all-Bell fleet,” said Lane Evans “The Bell 407GXi is an incredible multi-mission aircraft with hundreds of public safety agencies throughout the world using the platform to advance their operations.” The Chicago Police Department’s Helicopter Operations Unit acts as an aerial command-and-control center to first responders on the ground serving Chicago’s more than 2.6 million residents The newly acquired Bell 407GXi duo joins the Department’s Bell 429 to enhance homeland security through aerial reconnaissance and surveillance By Maximum Takeoff Weight (Below 8 Metric Tons "This new fleet marked a new era for our Helicopter Unit," said Superintendent Larry Snelling "These helicopters are our eyes in the sky allowing us to address crime in a safer and more efficient manner." Equipped with single-pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capability and adjustable cabin space that seats up to five crew members the Bell 407GXi allows operators to perform in demanding environments while transporting essential public safety equipment the Bell 407GXis will come equipped with a cargo hook that can hold up to 3,100 lbs “With the integration of 21st century technology and advanced mission-readiness capabilities the Bell 407GXis will elevate the Department’s public safety operations for decades to come,” said Ben Lassiter Bell remains a trusted partner for public safety operators across the globe Bell Announces Signed Purchase Agreement for First Bell 505 in the Netherlands Bell Boeing Celebrate USAF CV-22 Program of Record Bell Announces 1st Purchase Agreement for SUBARU Bell 412EPX for Commercial Operations in Europe South Australia Police Welcomes Bell Into Fleet With Purchase of 2 Bell 429s Queensland Police Service to Add 3 Bell 429s Taking Its POLAIR Fleet to 6 Bell Aircraft Rain and Sikorsky Test Advanced Aerial Firefighting Technologies Using Autonomous Black Hawk Helicopter Greece Orders 8ht Airbus H215 Helicopters to Combat Forest Fires US Army Selects Near Earth Autonomy and Honeywell to Deliver Autonomous Black Hawk Logistics Solution Sikorsky and Bristow Sign Long-Term Agreement Supporting World's Largest S-92 Helicopter Fleet New Airbus H160/H175 Simulators for Brazil Elevate Your Business with Our Market Studies and LEGO® Magic This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page we're hearing from the victim of Monday's road rage incident on Lakeside Drive in Lynchburg Nancy Campagnino is now behind bars following the incident as well as charges of vandalism and disorderly conduct "There was no actual car-on-car accident at all," she said "Her braking and getting out of her car happened so fast I actually had my windows halfway down at the time I honestly can't remember exactly what she was saying 'You're the one who pulled out in front of me.' That's when she hit my window and at that point I just rolled my windows up I think that I only said a few words to her." In what Miano said was a 9-10 minute incident Campagnino got on top of the car's hood while yelling profanities and threats before breaking off the windshield wipers and cracking the windshield EARLIER: ROAD RAGE VIDEO: Woman jumps on car, cracking windshield; charges filed, LPD says Miano said multiple cars stopped to make sure she was okay throughout the incident including one man who took Campagnino's keys out of her car "I didn't realize it at the time but I guess sometime in between him getting on the phone with 911 and her breaking my windshield he actually reached into her car and took out her car keys so she couldn't flee the scene," Miano said did try to get back in her car and drive off When she realized she couldn't do that she got back out of her car and approached him." She said the man then put Campagnino into a hold until police arrived and took her into custody and she's just glad that everyone is okay The incident has gone viral on social media sparking feedback from thousands of people who've shared what they'd do in the situation; from driving off with Campagnino on the hood to engaging with the suspect you never know what you'd actually do "It's easy for people to say what they would do in a situation like this but until you're genuinely in the situation it is very hard to articulate the steps that you need to take if I were to watch this video and it was somebody else in my car I would probably have a different answer to how I would react versus how I actually reacted in the situation," Miano said "Harming her just never came into my thought process throughout that entire thing I just wanted to make sure that everyone got home at the end of the night." 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WATCHROAD RAGE VIDEO: Woman jumps on car (WSET) — A chaotic scene unfolded Monday afternoon on Lakeside Drive after a woman was caught on camera jumping on another car ultimately ripping a windshield wiper off and cracking the window ABC13 obtained video of the incident after footage was posted on social media Several camera angles show a woman wearing purple who appears to have gotten out of her car to confront a driver behind her One clip shows her perched on the car hood pounding on the window while shrieking at the driver inside Give me this b****!" She yells at one point in the video ABC13 reached out to police to find out what happened According to the Lynchburg Police Department the woman wearing purple is named Nancy Campagnino "The initial call that came in was of a caller that had explained that Ms Campagnino pulled out into the roadway in front of her," LPD said Campagnino exited her vehicle and the disorderly behavior began." More of that behavior caught on camera included video recorded from inside the caller's vehicle showing Campagnino ripping away the windshield wiper and beating on the windshield She was also seen standing in front of another vehicle blocking it from passing around the disturbance SEE ALSO: 'It sucks': ABC13 investigates the 501/221 intersection improvement project plans We spoke to the woman who was driving the car Campagnino jumped onto Ashton Miano echoed what police had said; she said she was driving on Lakeside Drive when Campagnino pulled out in front of her "I never even really spoke to her; when she approached my car I asked what she was doing as she was the one who pulled out in front of me," she recalled adding that the first part of the conversation happened through her partially driver-side window But then Miano said Campagnino hit her window She couldn't get around Campagnino's car since there was too much traffic around her so she said she had to sit and watch the scene unfold "I was honestly just dumbfounded by what was happening I was on the phone with 911 the majority of the time and was talking to the operator while everything was unfolding till the cops arrived on scene," Miano said "I became fearful when she actually busted my windshield with her foot as I thought she was going to actually bust through the glass." She said she never really considered trying to move her car while Campagnino was on it because she didn't want to hurt her and knew police were on the way At one point she said a bystander had to get involved to stop Compagnino from trying to fight him until law enforcement arrived she said she was grateful for the help from others "Multiple people stopped to make sure I was okay and I am very grateful for them and the bystander that detained her till the police arrived," she said Miano said the final damages to her car were the cracked windshield and dents on the hood and roof of her car where Campagnino jumped on it LPD said Compagnino was arrested and charged with two counts of assault and one count of vandalism/intentional property damage The station representative that can assist any person with disabilities with issues related to the content of the public file is Brittany Moroukian. She can be contacted at bmoroukian@wnyt.com or 518-207-4710 The Little Rock Police Department is searching for Sean David Burkhardt in connection with a recent homicide on West Markham Street the department stated in a social media post on Sunday Lena Miano covers K-12 education for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette She joined the newsroom shortly after graduating from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in May 2024 Material from the Associated Press is Copyright © 2025 audio and/or video material shall not be published rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium Neither these AP materials nor any portion thereof may be stored in a computer except for personal and noncommercial use The AP will not be held liable for any delays errors or omissions therefrom or in the transmission or delivery of all or any part thereof or for any damages arising from any of the foregoing Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy 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OpenStreetMap contributors Introduction: The Moodie Davitt Report Brands Director Hannah Tan caught up with Nadri Vice President of Sales Stephanie Miano at the recent TFWA World Exhibition in Cannes Miano discusses the brand’s mission to make luxury accessible and share the ‘Nadri sparkle’ with the world Founded in 1984 by entrepreneur Young Tae Choi Nadri is a veteran in the fashion jewellery space and has set its sights on expanding in global travel retail offering travellers an option for stylish yet accessible luxury The brand combines traditional craftsmanship with modern production methods It maintains full control over its entire production process ensuring consistency and quality in every piece Miano says: “We’re so excited to be at the TFWA World Exhibition for the second year We’re a US-based fashion jewellery brand known for our high-quality ‘look of real’ that can rival real diamonds at approachable price points.” Talking about what sets new entrant Nadri apart amidst a competitive fashion and jewellery category Miano says: “What really sets us apart is our commitment to quality We use fine jewellery techniques such as hand polishing and hand setting Sometimes we’ll even polish the inside of the setting to achieve that beautiful it’s about our commitment to quality and those accessible price points.” With its strong presence in major US department stores Nadri is now focusing on expanding its reach in global travel retail “We’re really excited for Nadri’s international expansion,” Miano says “We felt that travel retail is a great market to tap into especially because we wanted to translate our strong US business into international markets too.” which highlighted cruise as a particularly exciting channel for the brand She adds: “We’ve put a lot of thought into our gifting offer and take a lot of pride on our gifting packaging because we don’t want to take anything away from that experience “We feel like Nadri is a great fit for this channel particularly onboard cruise ships because there are lots of moments for celebration and gifting.” Miano says: “It’s our second year at the TFWA World Exhibition and we’re so excited about what our brand can offer in this channel “We love the brand and the product and we’re here to share that love and our Nadri sparkle to everyone in the world.” ✈ Subscribe to our newsletter for critical marketing information delivered to your inbox The Danish jewellery and eyewear brand has launched with BC Ferries introducing its travel retail-exclusive collection within fashion departments onboard five ferries Described as a first of its kind in Indian travel retail the store blends convenience with personalised service offering travellers easy access to a curated range of global premium brands “Our commercial team is looking to engage with potential partners via a Request for Proposals programme for up to 13 sites across T3 and T4,” says Perth Airport Chief Commercial & Aviation Officer Kate 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first year of the Polynesian Bowl in 2017 the high school football all-star game’s organizers have attempted to improve upon it by the year Entering the eighth edition of the game Friday afternoon they feel confident they have done so once again this thing has grown to the point where every facet the Polynesian Bowl’s director of football operations told Spectrum News leading up to the 4 p.m game at Kamehameha School’s Kunuiakea Stadium Spectrum Sports play-by-play man Kanoa Leahey is joined on the broadcast this year by former Punahou and Notre Dame alumnus and NFL veteran Manti Te’o as well as NFL Network reporter Steve Wyche Polynesian Bowl All-Stars perform Haka for the kids. @ShrinersHawaii pic.twitter.com/15e2dHZ3ql “It just seems that this game has grown exponentially from the days of streaming to NFL Network,” Miano said where there was a grass practice field (at the time) … to Kamehameha with their new multi-million dollar scoreboard.” Former NFL head coaches Gary Kubiak and Jim Caldwell will serve as the sideline leaders of the Mauka and Makai squads of players Local head coaches populate the rest of the staffs with the assistance of Polynesian Pro Football Hall of Fame co-founder Jesse Sapolu Of the 95 players participating in Polynesian Bowl week including the likes of former Campbell star quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele (Cal) Kahuku all-purpose standout Kaimana Carvalho (Utah) and Saint Louis' champion running back/receiver Titan Lacaden (Hawaii) In addition to game week practices, players have participated in tours of Pearl Harbor, the Polynesian Cultural Center and the Shriners Children's Hawaii. Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter, a 2022 alumnus of the Polynesian Bowl, was on hand for the trip to Shriners, where it was announced that a formal fundraising partnership between the game and the organization will begin in 2026 Travis Hunter spending time with the kids @ShrinersHawaii pic.twitter.com/liXACKtB2a the state’s all-time career passing yardage leader is fresh off a dramatic see-saw in his recruitment process that saw him decommit from Cal and flip to Oregon on signing day only to reverse field in the transfer portal and end up back at Cal Sagapolutele and five-star prospect and USC signee Husan Longstreet head up the game’s five signal-callers “You ever want to have a good all-star game “I would think these five guys are the best group of quarterbacks we’ve ever had.” Brian McInnis covers the state’s sports scene for Spectrum News Hawaii. He can be reached at brian.mcinnis@charter.com New data from HassConsult reveals a significant shift in Nairobi’s residential property mar A recent surge in visa revocations and policy modifications is creating apprehension among The US government has implemented a stringent new immigration policy known as "Catch-And-Re The remains of three Kenyan nationals who perished in a devastating fire in Sharjah A Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League match between Gor Mahia and Shabana FC at Kenya's Tourism Ministry has overhauled its electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system introducing instant approvals to address initial challenges and criticisms levelled against the program Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano announced the revisions on Wednesday emphasizing that the streamlined eTA now offers a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional visas The eTA fee remains at $30/£24 (Sh3,900) and is valid for 90 days The revamped system aims to enhance accessibility and openness particularly in response to an African Union report that downgraded Kenya's visa openness rating A key improvement is the exemption of all African nations that allow Kenyans visa-free entry from the eTA requirement the eTA now permits multiple entries into Kenya within a three-month period granting greater flexibility to travellers "The eTA has been made multiple entries so that if you go to Kenya and go back to your country you can come back for about three months," Miano explains The ministry is also developing a multiple-entry eTA specifically for cruise ship tourists arriving at the port of Mombasa previously announced by President William Ruto during the docking of the MS Norwegian Cruise seeks to eliminate paperwork and expedite processing for cruise passengers Kenya initially declared itself a visa-free country in January 2024 replacing visa requirements with the eTA system for all visitors with some describing the eTA as a "visa under another name" due to stringent requirements and lengthy processing times Miano has assured the public that the revised eTA process has addressed these concerns resulting in a significant reduction in complaints The ministry anticipates that these changes will make Kenya more accessible to international visitors                Kenya's cabinet secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife speaks during an event marking the World Wildlife Day in Baringo County with senior officials calling for the adoption of innovative financing mechanisms to protect iconic species amid increasing threats from habitat loss March 3 (Xinhua) -- Kenya marked World Wildlife Day on Monday cabinet secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife said that traditional public funding alone is insufficient to address the growing threats to the country's wildlife heritage "Innovative financing mechanisms such as wildlife credits conservation bonds and debt-for-nature swaps can bridge the funding gap and mobilize private sector participation," Miano said at a World Wildlife Day event in Baringo County a UNESCO-designated Ramsar site in western Kenya She said that Kenya aims to incentivize conservation by developing frameworks that provide payments to communities or landowners who protect habitats through services such as carbon storage and water filtration supporting the conservation of endangered species director-general of the Kenya Wildlife Service said that innovative conservation financing will contribute to national development goals Kanga added that sustainable tourism models can generate revenue for wildlife conservation with proceeds directed toward conservation efforts community development and anti-poaching measures During the World Wildlife Day celebrations Kenyan officials launched the National Single Species Action Plan for the Grey Crowned Crane the endangered bird species has experienced a rapid population decline of up to 80 percent over the last 50 years across its habitat in Africa principal secretary in the Ministry of Tourism and Wildlife said the action plan provides guidelines to mitigate the threats causing lower adult and juvenile survival rates as well as reduced breeding performance A man shows a lizard during an event marking the World Wildlife Day in Baringo County People look at local bio-rock samples during an event marking the World Wildlife Day in Baringo County A woman looks at local bio-rock samples during an event marking the World Wildlife Day in Baringo County CA steps up child online safety with new industry guidelines Kenya rallies Africa to transform food systems for sovereignty Govt defends entry of Chinese investors into key sectors amid concerns Nature Kenya partner to boost climate resilience Colombia’s wind farms bring promise and pain for indigenous group Pakistan cuts policy rate by 100 basis points to 11pc BRICS countries urged to oppose protectionism calls for stronger economic ties with China Trump says non-US movies to be hit with 100% tariffs Capital FM commemorates anniversary of Chris Kirubi’s death Finding Opportunity in the midst of the pandemic: AskKirubi COVID-19: Lessons Learned and Future Direction for Entrepreneurs Kirubi set to acquire half of Centum Plc following nod by CMA Kirubi warns investors against fake cryptocurrency platform using his name 2025 – Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has called on the youth to reimagine and lead the transformation of the hospitality and tourism industry in East Africa Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp Speaking at the inaugural Future Leaders Challenge East Africa Edition held at Strathmore University emphasized the need for legacy-driven leadership focused on empowering young people “It is gratifying to see a leadership-focused initiative taking shape with the vision of a brighter future,” said Miano The CS highlighted the critical role of hospitality in shaping visitor perceptions and driving economic growth noting that tourism contributes nearly 10 percent to Kenya’s GDP She stressed that the industry must be seen not just as a service sector but as a key component of national progress and international relations Miano congratulated the team representing Kenya at the Future Leaders Challenge Finals in Dubai and urged students participating in the event to challenge norms and align their skills with the evolving demands of the global hospitality market “We must build stronger bridges between the classroom and the boardroom to nurture the next generation of leaders,” she said She further called for the standardization of training and innovation across East Africa’s tourism sector to present the region as a unified Miano reaffirmed her commitment to creating enabling environments that foster innovation and youth empowerment in tourism and hospitality organized by the East Africa Future Leaders Challenge Secretariat in collaboration with the Global Tourism Resilience and Crisis Management Centre – Eastern Africa and Boma International Hospitality College (WATCH) Trump proposes reopening of infamous Alcatraz prison amid illegal immigration crackdown Peru 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Summit on Somalia Peace Mission Wetang’ula to represent Kenya at Pope Francis’ funeral in Vatican President Ruto lands in Beijing ahead of 3-day State Visit Chinese enterprises in Kenya lead green growth Over 50,000 in China’s Hainan evacuated as Typhoon Trami grows – China Daily Over 60% of China’s population proficient in primary or higher digital skills – China Daily China urges US to cease arming Taiwan: FM spokesperson – China Daily 5.5-magnitude quake hits China’s Xinjiang: CENC – China Daily Speaking at the inaugural Future Leaders Challenge East Africa Edition on Monday at Strathmore University Miano underscored the critical role young leaders will play in the future of the economy and society Kenya Apr 28 – Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has challenged East Africa’s youth to take charge of their futures and lead the way in shaping the region’s tourism and hospitality sectors aimed at empowering the next generation of leaders and industry stakeholders come together to discuss ways to build a stronger Miano said that while tourism contributes nearly 10% to Kenya’s GDP She urged the youth to think creatively and embrace innovation to unlock new opportunities in this vital industry “The future of tourism is in your hands,” Miano said “We must work together to nurture a generation of leaders who are not only prepared to face the challenges of the modern world but are ready to transform them into opportunities.” She also called for greater collaboration between educational institutions and the industry to ensure that young people have the skills and global perspectives needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world Miano emphasized that youth empowerment is the key to unlocking the sector’s full potential and creating a sustainable future for East Africa’s tourism industry She hailed the Kenyan team selected for the Future Leaders Challenge Finals in Dubai praising their commitment to representing their country on the global stage She reaffirmed her Ministry’s support for initiatives aimed at empowering youth and ensuring they have the tools and opportunities to succeed This follows the submission of Kenya’s proposal to all UN Tourism Member States on March 21 April 8 – Tourism Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano is in Livingstone to advocate for Kenya’s membership in the United Nations (UN) Tourism Executive Council for the 2025-2029 term The UN Tourism Executive Council is a key decision-making body responsible for overseeing the operations of the organization. It ensures compliance with the UN Tourism budget and policies while playing a critical role in shaping strategic directions and addressing global challenges in the tourism sector. CS Miano, attending the second UN Tourism Africa and Americas Ministerial Summit, emphasized the importance of fostering international collaboration to boost tourism. She highlighted the need for enhanced connectivity and the implementation of friendlier visa facilitation policies among participating countries. “Providing an opportunity on how best to bolster tourism sector growth through enhanced connectivity and friendlier visa facilitation policies among participating countries,” Miano said in a statement. “Sharing and learning best practices on fostering resilience and crisis management in the tourism sector in unfavourable times of outbreaks, natural calamities, conflicts, and climate change, among others.” This advocacy aligns with Kenya’s efforts to boost tourism and foreign currency inflows. Last year, the country recorded 2.4 million international visitors, reflecting a 14.6 percent growth compared to 2023. The top five source markets for tourism in Kenya were the United States, Uganda, Tanzania, the United Kingdom, and India. The United States led the pack with 306,501 visitors, accounting for 12.8 percent of total international arrivals from the top five markets. Tanzania and Uganda followed closely with 225,559 and 203,290 visitors, respectively. Kenya’s participation in the UN Tourism Executive Council would strengthen its role in global tourism discussions and further enhance its position as a competitive destination in Africa. The family of Benedict Kabiru Kuria, a Kenyan police officer who is reported to have gone missing 37 days ago while on an assignment... 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The remains of three Kenyan nationals who perished in a devastating fire in Sharjah, United The Museum of Illusions has officially opened its doors in Nairobi, further enriching the city’s cultural landscape. Its prime location near the National Museums of Kenya positions it to attract both residents and tourists, potentially becoming a significant cultural hub in the region. At the launch event, Cabinet Secretary Miano highlighted the museum's innovative appeal, stating, "The Museum of Illusions is an innovative fusion of art, science, and technology that inspires curiosity and wonder." The installations feature remarkable creations like a cloning table and a 'head on a platter,' designed to defy conventional logic. Additionally, the images section showcases captivating holograms and optical illusions that are sure to engage the senses. The museum operates daily, with visiting hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm on weekdays and extending to 9:00 pm from Thursday through Sunday. Admission is priced to accommodate a wide audience, with adults charged Sh1,500, students Sh1,100, and children aged 4 to 12 years Sh900. A family package for two adults and two children is available for Sh3,900, and entry is free for infants and children under four. To streamline operations, the museum has adopted a cashless payment system, accepting mobile money and card transactions. © 2025 Citizen Digital. All rights reserved. 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Read MoreAccountingAudit qualityBig four consultantsLatest In Professional servicesFetching latest articles By Stephen Tsai Editors' PicksObituaries Former University of Hawaii defensive back Kent Kafentzis is being remembered as a tenacious competitor Kafentzis lost his 15-year battle with cancer “Kent was just a true friend,” said Tom McCarthy “Kent was the kind of guy who’d give you his shoes outside if he thought you’d need them more than him He would walk barefoot if he thought the shoes would help you.” Kafentzis is one of the most famous family names in UH football history,” said Rich Miano a former UH safety who went on to play 11 NFL seasons and then coach at his alma mater you could trust he would be a life-long friend but Kent … he was a great friend.” The 13 Kafentzis siblings grew up in Richland Then-UH head coach Dick Tomey recruited Mark Kafentzis to the Manoa campus often bragging that he entered the world a minute ahead of twin Kurt on New Year’s Eve “He let Kurt know that throughout their life,” Kyle said But Mark added: “The only time Kurt was older was when he was living in Japan” because of the time difference received scholarship offers from Notre Dame and Washington to play running back Miano moved to free safety and Kent entered in Miano’s previous spot at strong safety “I remember Bob Wagner telling me: ‘you may never get your job back.’ That’s how good Kent was Kent and Miano were relentless in their weight training and conditioning “Kent worked his ass off,” Mc­Carthy said I got half a workout watching him work out.” Sportscaster Larry Beil recalled that “all of the (Kafentzis) brothers were undersized But they flew around like wild men in the secondary For anybody who was a fan of UH football at that point on a UH team that included defensive lineman Al Noga offensive lineman Joe Onosai and receiver Walter Murray it was Kent Kafentzis who was named the Rainbow Warriors’ most valuable player Kent also was named to the All-WAC first team Louis Rams’ ninth-round pick in the NFL Draft Kent was exposed to some toxins while working at a safety-cleaning facility to an 8-centimeter cancerous tumor in his left kidney that had to be surgically removed a malignant tumor was found in his right lung He was told he had stage 4 cancer — the most dangerous level — the same diagnosis as in 2009 “You’d call him up to ask how he was doing,” Miano said “and he would never tell you how bad he was feeling He wanted to talk about his children (Konner and Kennedy) “Hawaii means a lot to us,’ Kyle said “We all have Hawaii alumni license plates Nobody appreciated Hawaii more than Kent.” Kent’s daughter also earned a degree from UH