Photo of the Day: Bold bird on my lap
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BDC Director David Daly named MEO Employee of the Year
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Maui Economic Opportunity named Business Development Center Director David Daly as the nonprofit’s Employee of the Year at its holiday gathering Dec. 19. According to MEO, Daly was selected from the pool of Employee of Month winners for 2025, who were nominated by fellow staff members and ...
Research describes shark species’ habits
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A Hawaii study has found that a certain species of sharks is more likely to bite humans during periods of low light. The feeding habits of cookiecutter sharks found in channel waters are closely tied to lunar cycles, with higher activity during darker, low-illumination periods, a study led by ...
From the lab to lava: Ben Miller brings volcanic comedy to Maui
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When comedian Ben Miller applied to become an artist-in-residence at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, he was shocked when he was picked. The program provides funding and housing for artists to create work inspired by the park’s unique volcanic landscapes and culture. In February 2023, he ...
Nashville-based Native Hawaiian musician Kapali Long makes Maui debut
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A self-described “Americana country bluesman” who’s based in Nashville, Kapali Long is heading home to bring his “Born & Raised Hawaii State Tour” to Mulligans on the Blue and Casanova. “I’m a Native Hawaiian singer-songwriter influenced by country and blues, creating ...
Maui film commissioner to speak at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset
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On Jan. 6, Brian Kohne, the Maui film commissioner and program coordinator for the Creative Media Academy at the University of Hawaii Maui College, will be the guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting. Kohne is expected to share the latest about the island film industry and ...