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I tracked down TECHNI- get marginally colder weather And undoubtedly the big- the elusive Dr. CALLY fit the We’re with him every step of the way. Lens, head of definition of and big waves. gest thing to happen this the shadowy a sandwich, Editor Recently, I had the chance week is that we’re welcom- Ontological but I wouldn’t Society for Christina O’Connor think of them This is Clayton. Before bariatric surgery he weighed 404 pounds. to chat with surf photogra- ing back our tech columnist Junk Food (808) 529-4859 as that. responsible [email protected] pher Zak Noyle, who cur- Christa Wittmier. Christa has for misnomers A year later, he’s 173 pounds lighter and we’re helping him find ways rently is gearing up to shoot been battling cancer — or like “buf- falo wings.” I to change his lifestyle, now and for years to come. those waves throughout the kicking its butt, as it’s really chased him up season. He travels much of more apt to say — since May. a rooftop and Because the Clayton who’s training for his first race today, cornered him. the year — but right now, She’s now done with chemo “This is bigger plans to live a very long, healthy life indeed. than the both he’s happy to be back home and reports that she’s feel- of us!” he Creative Supervisor in Hawaii. Zak grew up in Kai- ing better! Glad to have you screamed James Nakamura and slid down muki — and since has gained back, Christa. Read her latest a drainpipe. international recognition for on page 11. In a rage, I threw down his work. But Christa still has medi- my melted Hot dogs are For all of his accomplish- cal treatment to undergo ice cream hot dogs. sandwich. ments, he’s incredibly mod- — and to help her pay for est. (He didn’t even mention it, Nextdoor hosts an offi- Social Media MANAGER to me some of the significant cial fundraiser, #CWStrong, Nicole Kato things he’s done recently — starting at 8 p.m. Nov. 27. 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