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Gov. Green considers judicial nominations
Governor Josh Green, M.D., is reviewing applications for Chief Judge, Intermediate Court of Appeals (ICA) and for the Circuit Court of the First Circuit, for the island of Oʻahu. Public comment on the nominations is welcomed. The ICA vacancy was left by the elevation of Judge Lisa M. Ginoza to Associate Justice of the Hawaiʻi […]
Historical drama about the early reign of King Kamehameha III at ʻĪao Theater
Noalani Helela’s play Aloha Kaua will be showing at the historic ʻĪao Theater, March 8 and 9. Aloha Kaua is a historical drama about the period in King Kamehameha III’s rule known as “the time of Kaomi” (ka wa ia Kaomi).
‘Historical Investigations in West Maui’ uncovers forgotten Lahaina
A newly released book, “Historical Investigations in West Maui” uncovers forgotten histories of Lahaina in the 19th and early 20th centuries, according to an announcement of the book’s release.
Award-winning Made on Maui film, ‘My Partner’ debuts on VOD Sept. 24
Film festival favorite “My Partner,” a tender Boys’ Love drama and coming-of-age tale shot in Lahaina prior to the devastating fire in 2023, will be available on major streaming VOD (video on demand) platforms beginning Sept. 24, 2024.
Multiple Maui artists honored at the 2024 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
Maui musicians won multiple awards and were showcased throughout the event, which took time to recognize the ongoing recovery taking place following the August 2023 wildfires.
“Lahaina Ondo” bon dance song honoring Lahaina community to be released
“Lahaina Ondo” is a new bon dance song that honors the Lahaina community by recalling fond summertime memories of everyday life in Lahaina. It is set to be released on all digital platforms Aug. 8 together with a music video. The song and dance will be presented to the Lahaina community and performed publicly for the first time at the special Aug. 10 Lahaina Bon Dance at the Lahaina Cannery Mall.
Gov. Green considers seven nominees for four judicial vacancies
Governor Josh Green, M.D., will name four judges to fill vacancies on the Circuit Court of the First Circuit (O‘ahu), from a list of seven nominees he received from the Judicial Selection Commission.
Lahaina film “My Partner” Wins Awards, Screens Across Hawaiʻi and Globe
“My Partner” was shot in Lahaina and is believed to be the last production to showcase Lahaina before the destructive Aug. 8, 2023 fire.
My Partner, Hawaiʻi’s first Boys’ Love Drama wins Audience Award at LA Asian Pacific Film Festival
My Partner, Hawaiʻi’s first Boys’ Love drama, won the Audience Award (Narrative) at the Los Angeles Asian Pacific Film Festival.
Judicial Selection Commission reveals nominee list for judge vacancy on Maui
The Judicial Selection Commission announced its list of six nominees for the vacancy of the District Judge of the Second Circuit on Maui.
Maui Filipino Chamber announces 2022 leadership and scholarship awardees
The Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce announced five outstanding Filipino leaders in the community to receive the prestigious Gintong Pamana Leadership Award this year, and fourteen students who are receiving scholarships from the Chamber’s foundation.
Charter Commission acts on proposed amendments; Chair Collins resigns
The Maui County Charter Commission concluded its hearings Thursday, on more than 130 proposed charter amendments. Additionally, in a surprising announcement, Commission Chair Lance Collins announced his resignation effective at the end of Thursday’s meeting.
Redistricting Proposal Approved by Maui Charter Commission
If ratified by voters during the November 2022 election, the proposal would change the current countywide “at-large” election process in which all county voters select all nine councilmembers, to a system where voters would elect councilmembers from within three “regional districts”, each district comprised of three residency areas.
Maui Attorney Among List of Nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals Vacancy
Governor David Ige is reviewing a list of six nominees forwarded to him by the Judicial Selection Commission, for consideration to fill a vacancy on the Intermediate Court of Appeals.
Comment Sought on Judicial Nominees to Maui District Court and District Family Court
The names submitted for these vacancies by the Judicial Selection Commission include: Lance D. Collins, Angela-Jo L. Correa-Pei, Michelle L. Drewyer, Christopher M. Dunn, Richelle K. Kawasaki Lu, Jennifer M.P.E. Oana, James R. Rouse and Brandon M. Segal.
Three Lawsuits Filed on Maui Over Shoreline Access
Three lawsuits have been filed in Maui’s Environmental Court seeking protection of public access to the shoreline for fishing, recreation and other traditional
Beach User Hui Sues DLNR over Kā‘anapali Tour Boat Operators
A lawsuit has been filed against the state Department of Land and Natural Resources over the current permitting system for tour boat operators off of Kāʻanapali Beach.
Maui Judge Rules Against Challenge to Liquor Commission
Maui Judge Rhonda Loo today ruled against plaintiffs in a lawsuit that challenged the handling of rule changes made by the Liquor Control Commission.
Maui Waterman Plans to Appeal Fishing Case to Environmental Court
Waterman Malama Chun filed a petition challenging the practice of issuing licenses to foreign fisherman who have been refused permission to land in Hawai’i
Lawsuit Challenges Changes to Maui Liquor Laws
The Committee for Responsible Liquor Control and a Maui resident filed a lawsuit asking the court to invalidate recent actions of the Liquor Control Commission.
