Planning for Lahaina’s reconstruction is top of mind for both Maui residents and the Maui County Council. Many tough decisions lie ahead, but Maui County continues to demonstrate resilience. We are fortunate to have numerous dedicated partners in the rebuilding effort. The county has been ...
Q: How often should I get a Pap test? Dr. Jennifer Leeper, OB/GYN, Maui Lani Physicians & Surgeons: Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women, but when it’s caught early, it has a survival rate of more than 90 percent. That’s why getting regular Pap smears, the ...
Mahalo to the readers who reached out after the most recent Sharing Mana’o: friends/fans of the late Gail Ainsworth, Maui history enthusiasts, and self-proclaimed “old hippies.” A few folks fit into all three categories, and more than a few asked me to hurry with the promised follow-up on ...
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, ...