Kameryn Pupunu, a Hawaiian police officer whose Lahaina hometown was devastated by last August’s wildfires, joined the First Lady as a guest of honor at the State of the Union address last week, accompanied by his four immediate family members. The invitation and Pupuinu’s presence were ...
Before Google, there was Gail Ainsworth.
It has been four years since the beloved librarian, historian, and author passed away peacefully, albeit unexpectedly, in her sleep. The longtime Makawao resident was—and continues to be—an invaluable resource for folks seeking to learn more about ...
The hallmark of our time is crisis. Before the fires was the pandemic and ongoing challenges including climate change, overtourism, an undiversified economy, the high cost of living and a lack of affordable housing.
Addressing these issues will require investment. The problems we face are big, ...
• Q: What are the symptoms of preeclampsia?
Dr. Tiffinie Mercado, Ob-Gyn, Kaiser Permanente Hawaii: Preeclampsia is a severe complication during pregnancy that can lead to dangerously elevated blood pressure. If left untreated, this condition may result in damage to organs and could give ...
Under the ‘ohana Assistance Program, the County of Maui will provide grants of up to $100,000 to help build accessory-dwelling units.
I introduced the legislation to create the ‘ohana Assistance Program to facilitate more housing for
our residents. Building more accessory-dwelling ...
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
— Mahatma Gandhi
At the volunteer orientation for The Wall That Heals - Maui, we were told that, regardless of whether we were seasoned or novice volunteers, we would likely remember this assignment as a “once ...