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Island music radio station rebranded Pacific Media Group has rebranded its island music station as HI92. It can be found on 92.5 FM and at 101.7 FM for a clearer signal in West Maui. It’s available online at hi92maui.com. “The name is ultimately a play off of ‘HI’ in the KLHI call letters but can also be attributed to the high quality of music being put out by artists in the island music genre,” said program director and morning show host KawikaVeeka. Group President and Chief Executive Officer Chuck Bergson said: “We believe that it is important to keep our radio ...

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Bamboo massage treatment offered Spa Helani, a Heavenly Spa by Westin in Kaanapali, has begun a new bamboo massage treatment called the “Journey to Hana Ritual.” The massage is provided on quartz sand tables and “evokes the essence of Hana — serene Maui destination, rich in natural beauty and uplifting energy. “This unparalleled experience includes inversion gravity, which creates a feeling of weightlessness that leaves guests feeling balanced and renewed,” an announcement says. The treatment incorporates massage techniques using smooth bamboo sticks. “Designed in ...

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The Keiki Playhouse offers fun at QKC Keiki have a place to party at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center. Located on the second level of the south concourse, The Keiki Playhouse offers a variety of play areas for children 2 to 12 years old, including an enchanted castle, pirate cove, veterinary clinic, grocery store, pizzeria and more, the center announced. And there are keiki costumes, such as tutus, butterfly wings, superhero capes and other imaginary dress-up options available for purchase, along with light refreshments. The playhouse was created to be a “fun, educational and safe ...

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• Kula resident Arnie Koss and his twin brother Ron Koss, co-founders of Earth’s Baby Foods, have been honored as natural foods industry pioneers in a ceremony inducting them into the 2018 Hall of Legends at New Hope Media’s Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif. The induction ...

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Kihei healthy eatery to begin franchising Fork & Salad has announced that it is franchising the business that started in Kihei in July 2016. Business owners Jaron Blosser, Travis Morrin and Cody Christopher have teamed up with Fransmart, described as “a global leader in franchise ...

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Wailuku trainer releases new book Wailuku fitness trainer and gym owner Justin Yanagida has released a book titled “Fighting Sickness with Fitness, How to Live a Healthier and Stronger Life,” according to an announcement. The book includes 30 different workouts, along with nutritional ...