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The bill seeks to remove penalties for private adult marijuana possession, and establish a system in which the cultivation and sale of marijuana would be regulated and taxed in a manner similar to alcohol.

The billionaire owner of the Oracle Corp. who bought most of the island of Lanai at the end of last year, is said to now be buying the interisland airline.

The reimbursement to property owners is the result of a unique farm-residential concept that combines a working coffee farm with a master-planned residential community in West Maui.

It’s Friday once again, and we’ve taken the liberty of sifting through this weekend’s arts and entertainment options to bring you the highlights.

Governor Abercrombie said public understanding and support are essential—without it he said, there is a possibility that repeal of the PLDC will ensue.

Maui’s unemployment rate declined in December to 5.0%, down from 5.5% in November, and 6.9% one year ago, according to statistics released by the Hawaii State Dept of Labor today.

The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea was ranked second in the newly released Traveler’s Choice 2013 awards for the top 25 hotels in the US.

The presentations are aimed at educating the community and teens about the dangers and devastating effects of crystal methamphetamine, or “ice.”

In an effort to strengthen economic development and job growth, and restore public services, House Speaker Rep. Souki said the state must proceed intelligently, and generate more state revenues.

A series of events will be held this week as groups reflect upon the January 17, 1893 overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy that took place 120 years ago.

At the center of the structure is an un-cut stone in the shape of a book that was strategically placed to represent the Kū’ē Petitions of 1897-1898.

Hawaii-born Kaui Hart Hemmings, author of “The Descendants,” will be on Maui as a keynote speaker at the first annual Aloha Writers Conference in Kapalua.

Maui representatives will hold leaderships in several committees including the newly appointed Rep. Justin Howard Woodson who is expected to serve as vice chair of the Committee on Housing.

Justin Howard Woodson of Kahului was appointed today to the recently vacated state House of Representatives seat for District 9, representing Kahului, Puunene, Maui Lani and the Old Sand Hills subdivision.

Researchers from the US Geological Survey say the iconic silversword plant atop Haleakalā on Maui has entered a period of substantial climate-related decline.

The new billing cycle replaces the current bi-monthly billing, allowing customers to align their payment with other monthly utility expenses. Water officials say an additional benefit is that the shorter billing cycle will provide more opportunities for customers to adjust their water use to lower their next bill.

Maui’s Wailea Beach and Honokalani Black Sand Beach were voted among the best stretches of scenic sand in the world.

The Maui Police Department will launch a new Crisis Intervention Team Program this week, the first of its kind in the state, according to department officials.

The 600-square foot restroom located below the swimming pool sustained heavy roof damage with approximately 80% of the structure involved. Both portable toilets were completely destroyed.

Maui Brewing Company announced Saturday that the company will building a new brewery in 2013 at the Maui Research and Technology Park in Kihei.