Senator Mazie Hirono, D-Hawaii, has been chosen by the American Bar Association as one of five female attorneys to be honored with the 2013 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement Award. Beginning in 1991, the award recognizes the accomplishments of women lawyers who excel in their fields, opening the way for other women to follow. “The Margaret Brent Awards celebrate the … [Read more...] about American Bar Association Honors Senator Mazie Hirono
Hana Ranch Sale On Hold
A lawsuit filed last month has applied the brakes to the sale of 4,500-acre Hana Ranch to Colorado-based Bio-Logical Capital, a real estate investment and conservation company. Filed by Shea Halligan, a partner with current owners Hana Ranch Partners LLC, the suit states that in accordance with the purchase agreement, the other partners do not have the authority to complete … [Read more...] about Hana Ranch Sale On Hold
Paia Youth Center Gets Two Grants
The Paia Youth and Cultural Center has been awarded two grants through the Hawaii Community Foundation FLEX grants program to support their involvement with the local youth. As a free service, this nonprofit relies on grants, donations and fundraisers to continue the work they’re doing in the community. So the $25,000 they received from the Omidyar Ohana Fund and the $5,000 … [Read more...] about Paia Youth Center Gets Two Grants
Island Hospice Coming To Maui
Island Hospice recently received approval to begin operations on Maui. As one of Hawaii’s largest nonprofit providers of hospice care and with a growing location on Oahu, Island Hospice says it's ready to provide Maui with compassionate and capable end-of-life care. With a mission of providing their patients with the highest quality care, Island Hospice seeks to serve the … [Read more...] about Island Hospice Coming To Maui
Haliimaile Community Garden Needs Your Help
When you drive through the gate, you can just make out the tops of the houses over the cane: the only reminder that you’ve entered a garden, not a fairy glen or Hobbit shire. In the middle of it all, the giant picnic table and benches made from an old tree trunk sitting beneath a kukui tree add to the feel. Once a eucalyptus grove, the garden now resembles a colorful patchwork … [Read more...] about Haliimaile Community Garden Needs Your Help