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The number of visitor accommodation units statewide in 2008 rose 1.3 percent from the year before according to a report just released by the state.   Kaua`i had the largest percentage increase of 5.9 percent to 9,203 units. Maui decreased slightly by .8 percent to 19,055 units while Moloka`i witnessed a 21 percent decline due to […]

Residential dialysis for patients in the remote East Maui region is one step closer to becoming a reality.  The state will consider an amendment today for a residential dialysis center to use land in Hana currently designated as a physician’s residence.  The site was constructed in 1938 for the Hana Health Clinic, but use of […]

WAILUKU -The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) reopens vehicle access on the Kula State Forest Reserve Access Road this afternoon.  The road was closed near the cement crossing to Polipoli State Park a week ago following heavy rains that resulted in unsafe conditions.  DLNR officials say milder weather in recent days allowed the […]

By Wendy Osher Aha Punanaleo’s deep sea voyaging canoe arrived in Lahaina in Celebration of the 2008 International Festival of Canoes.  We speak to Master Navigator Cad Babayan who explains the unique partnership in which the vessel is used as a tool in perpetuating the Hawaiian language to teach students and aspiring navigators about math […]

INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF CANOES, PART 5–HAWAIIAN ART GALLERY The 2008 International Festivals of Canoes in Lahaina (held from May 18-21) featured a special attraction this year: a Maoli Art exhibit featuring native Hawaiian art by Native Hawaiian artists. Promoters Ianuali Kaonohiokalanikoholua and Daniel Anthony share the wisdom of the artists and the inspiration they draw […]