Fit for a King Thousands of people lined Akoni Pule Highway Tuesday morning to honor King Kamehameha I on the day named in his honor. As is tradition, the morning kicked off with a ceremonial presentation of hookupu and lei at the Kamehameha Statue in front of the old Kohala courthouse in Kapaau. Community groups chanted, sang and performed hula before the long lei were draped over the king’s extended arm.
June 12, 2013 - West Hawaii Today
Kamehameha Day holiday schedule City offices will be closed on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 in observance of King Kamehameha I Day, a state holiday.
June 11, 2013 - Hawaii News Now