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West Maui grant funds available for FY 2027

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A total of $100,000 in grant funding is available for West Maui through Maui County’s fiscal year 2027 budget, according to County Council member Tamara Paltin. Eligible applicants include organizations seeking to support local initiatives that enhance quality of life, strengthen neighborhoods and respond to community-identified needs. “We know that strong communities are built through the people and organizations who preserve our culture, create opportunities for local artists and businesses and bring neighbors together,” Paltin said in a news release. “I encourage West Maui ...

Gov. Green signs film, marine economy bills

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Gov. Josh Green signed two bills Monday intended to support Hawaii’s film industry and marine economy. Senate Bill 2580, now Act 185, amends the state’s Motion Picture, Digital Media and Film Production Income Tax Credit by increasing base credits, raising program caps and adding incentives for local hiring, long-term productions and streaming projects. Beginning with costs incurred after Dec. 31, 2025, the law provides an additional 5% credit for qualified productions with a workforce of at least 80% local hires. It also raises the per-production cap to $20 million, exempts ...

Maui resident crowned Mrs. Hawaii America 2026

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Maui resident Eden Keolani Stewart has been crowned Mrs. Hawaii America 2026, earning the opportunity to represent Hawaii on the national stage later this year. Stewart received the title on July 2, and this is a milestone year for the pageant organization, with Mrs. America celebrating its ...

Allison Springer named MEO Employee of the Quarter

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Maui Economic Opportunity Finance Manager Allison Springer has been named the agency’s Employee of the Quarter for the April-through-June period. Springer was recognized for her work in financial compliance and processing payments for the grants that support MEO programs. “She is ...