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Soul Sister Paula Fuga and friends at Stella Blues this weekend!

July 30, 2010 By Trisha Smith

Island songbird takes a break from a national tour with Jack Johnson to grace Maui with her delightful spirit and angelic voice. more »

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Visiting Maui

By molokinirum - Jun 17 2010 1:49PM

Must do some snorkeling, take surf lessons from Maui Wave Riders, go to Old LaHaina Luau (best on island), make some drinks sit by the ocean and watch the most amazing sunsets (free!)rent a car and... more »

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By jjnnani808 - Apr 30 2010 5:20PM

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Eve Hogan’s Sacred Garden of Maliko

August 1, 2010
Eve Hogan’s Sacred Garden of Maliko Free and open to the public daily. It is more than a beautiful nursery. Plants, orchids, a walking labyrinth and peace gardens. Open free, daily, 10 a.m.–5 p. more »

Top Headline Poll

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What do you think about Obama's appointment of Elena Kagan as a Supreme Court Justice?
Having been Dean of Harvard Law School, represented the government as solicitor general, and having an impressive academic record, she'd be a great new Supreme Court Justice. I don't know, and/or I don't care. I don't think she's a good choice for Supreme Court Justice; we don't know much about her, her political leanings are murky, and she lacks any real judicial experience.
Having been Dean of Harvard Law School, represented the government as solicitor general, and having an impressive academic record, she'd be a great new Supreme Court Justice.
43%
I don't know, and/or I don't care.
6%
I don't think she's a good choice for Supreme Court Justice; we don't know much about her, her political leanings are murky, and she lacks any real judicial experience.
51%

Local News

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Maui Rotarian Earns Prestigious Award

Maui Rotarian Earns Prestigious Award

July 30, 2010 Rotary Club of Kïhei Sunrise presented the prestigious Four Avenues of Service Award to Past President and Past Assistant District Governor Ron Capanash. This award is presented each year to one member in a club who demonstrates excellence and outstanding contributions in all four avenues of Rotary service—club, vocational, community and international. » Full Story

Editorial

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Growing Concerns

Growing Concerns

July 29, 2010 America’s food is in a state of crisis. Although we pay less to feed ourselves than in most other countries, the dollars we save are often spent for medical expenses. We are reaping the harvest of our own creation–the big ag business machine. The system served us well for many years, rising to the call to supply cheap, mass-produced food for the U.S. and the rest of the world. But this same system has resulted in decreased food quality, diminished flavor and nutrition—and super-sized health issues. » Full Story

Commentary

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Maui Prison Not Wanted

July 29, 2010 The Lingle administration recently closed Kulani Correctional Facility (KCF) on Hawai‘i Island due to lack of funds to operate it. Of all of the prisons in Hawai‘i, KCP was considered the most effective in helping men successfully transition from prison into the community. In addition to offering an array of educational, vocational and treatment programs, every person was required to work and contribute to the operation of Kulani and/or provide community service through the county work lines. » Full Story

Letters to the Editor

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Home business benefits

July 29, 2010 I am in complete agreement with the July 22 commentary “Show Aloha to Home Business.” Especially now, during the recession, it is unconscionable that Maui County zoning inspectors continue to shut down business after business. » Full Story

News at a Glance

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Three New Maui County Buses

Three New Maui County Buses

July 29, 2010 Three new Maui County buses were put into service recently following a dedication ceremony at the Roberts Hawai‘i Baseyard earlier this month. Helping to untie the ceremonial maile lei were (left to right) Roberts Hawai‘i Executive Vice President Percy Higashi, Councilmember Michael Victorino, Councilmember Joseph Pontanilla, Roberts Hawai‘i Vice President Chad Iwamoto, Mayor Charmaine Tavares, Council Chair Danny Mateo and Father Roland Bunda. » Full Story

Business

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Finders Keepers to Hold Mana‘o Radio Benefit Auction

Finders Keepers to Hold Mana‘o Radio Benefit Auction

May 28, 2010 Finders Keepers will hold a public auction on Saturday, May 29, at 7 p.m. for collectors, designers, homeowners and the curious at heart. A portion of the proceeds from this first Finders Keepers Live Benefit Auction will support Mana‘o Radio (91.5 FM) to help support commercial-free local programming and their many community events. » Full Story

Business Briefs

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Chicago firm to manage Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center

July 29, 2010 Pacific Business News - Three shopping centers in Hawai‘i revealed last week the transfer of its leasing and management responsibilities from General Growth Properties (GGP) to a diversified real estate firm. The Chicago-based GGP announced last week that its third-party management division—which manages properties it doesn’t own—will be run by the Chicago-based $2.5 billion real estate services company, Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL). » Full Story

Arts & Entertainment News

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Maui Calls

Maui Calls

July 29, 2010 Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s highly anticipated Maui Calls benefit, slated for Friday, August 13, will celebrate “15 years in the Glamour of Old Hawai‘i.” » Full Story