The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui has launched its 2020 round of scholarship applications, which is a $1000 non-academic, cultural scholarship that calls for students who graduated from a High School in Maui this year. JCSM will vet and select three (3) applicants who have a record of community involvement, specifically in the perpetuation of the Japanese culture, … [Read more...] about Applications sought for cultural scholarship, late president Asa Ellison honored
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MauiTime celebrates 20 years of independent journalism
It’s hard to believe sometimes that we’ve been around for two decades. Sure, we’ve changed a lot in that time (what hasn’t?). But in that time, we’ve brought you a lot of stories–some good, others not so much, but all with the goal of publishing interesting, readable and honest stories about what’s really going on in Maui County. That commitment remains the same today as it was … [Read more...] about MauiTime celebrates 20 years of independent journalism
State releases new report on Hawaii’s non-English speaking population
Using U.S. Census data collected from 2010 to 2014, the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) has released a new 47-page report on Hawaii’s non-English speaking population. “The Non-English Speaking Population in Hawaii report looks at residents aged 5 and older, who can speak a language other than English,” states an Apr. 14 … [Read more...] about State releases new report on Hawaii’s non-English speaking population
Restaurant Matsu Japanese Homestyle Cuisine in Kahului Maui
When it comes to itemizing the benefits of living in a melting pot, food tops the list. But honestly, how often do you take advantage of your local mom and pop restaurant? One of my favorite cozy Kahului stops for homestyle Japanese cuisine is Matsu over on Alamaha. In fact, they're one of only two sources for Japanese cuisine in Kahului. Matsu has been in business for 32 years … [Read more...] about Restaurant Matsu Japanese Homestyle Cuisine in Kahului Maui
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Awards Scholarships
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui has awarded their annual $1,000 scholarships to Baldwin High graduate Stacie Cuadro and King Kekaulike High graduate Anna Gragas. Cuadro (pictured above) helped with Japanese student exchange programs, performed in various festivals and is planning to attend Linfield College in Oregon and major in history or political science and minor in … [Read more...] about Japanese Cultural Society of Maui Awards Scholarships