If you’ve ever wondered what Maui must have been like in the 50s, with the old plantation system starting to collapse, tourism on the horizon, post-war integration of our Nisei family and statehood imminent, then, do not miss “Ainakea,” a superb drama by local playwright James Nevius. Only three more performances at lao Theatre this weekend. Nai‘a NewlightHa‘ikū
Because Hawaii is known for its high cost of living, a simple way to neutralize this big handicap (expense) is for the state to waive its income tax for out-of-state doctors for five years if they choose to practice on Oahu and seven years if they choose to practice on one of the neighbor islands. Waiving Hawaii State Income Tax to attract out-of-state doctors will not cost the state anything, while at the same time the doctors will be providing us with their medical services during the grace period that they are practicing in Hawaii. Although they will not be paying our State Income ...
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has a dangerous new rule beginning Oct. 22 that will threaten the healthcare of millions of Americans. The rule, “Indefinite Suspension of the De Minimis Exemption for Mail Shipments,” will effectively end Americans' ability to personally import their prescription medicines. Importing prescription drugs from licensed international pharmacies is the only lifeline for seniors on limited incomes, people with high-deductible health plans, and the uninsured. That's why CBP and the FDA have allowed it for decades. Due to the much lower cost of ...
Maui can’t build homes without critical infrastructure: On Your Ballot: Vote YES on Question 2 Maui’s housing crisis is also an infrastructure crisis. The county estimates it needs $1.29 billion over the next five years for infrastructure to support housing, including water, wastewater, roads, and drainage. The cost or availability of this infrastructure can affect whether much-needed housing moves forward and what it costs to build. RISE is a tool that has been adopted by 48 states. It’s time Hawaii had more ways to support housing. After the devastating fires and as storms and ...
“No Dictators” Maui event will be another nationwide nonviolent civic resistance day Saturday, Oct. 17 at 4 p.m., fronting Queen Kaahumanu Center in Kahului. Power does not belong to billionaires or politicians who believe they are above accountability. Power belongs to the people, but only if we use it. Going all the way back to the American Revolution, it was protest by ordinary citizens that forced change. Major shifts like voting rights for women, civil rights and an end to the Vietnam War would not have happened if people had stayed home and done nothing. Please stand ...
We’ve seen Robert F. Kennedy Jr. lifting weights in snug Levis, sweat pouring down his naked muscled chest. Last February, the secretary of health and human services was “giving body” in the “Rock Out Workout” video. A jeans-clad Kennedy flexes alongside Kid Rock in black shorts, ...
