Presumably thinking he’s got nothing left to lose politically in the second half of his final term, Governor David Ige last week unveiled one of his most brazen (read: worst) proposals yet and suggested that all public workers – including teachers and first responders – take a pay cut to make up for anticipated budget shortfalls due to the COVID-19 pandemic. News of the cuts … [Read more...] about Gov. Ige Talks Cuts: The governor receives criticism for proposals to cut pay for public workers
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Food Drive Its Volunteer Week in Hawai‘i and several organizations are coming together to offer support for food distribution. Feed My Sheep can feed a family of 4 for a week with a $10 donation. Maui Food Bank makes $1 go a long way, that supports up to 4 meals for someone. Maui Rapid Response serves 1250 houseless individuals, kupuna and undocumented folks that do … [Read more...] about Calendar of Virtual Events
Maui Coronavirus Tops 100 with No New Cases on Molokai
Maui had an increase of 7 new cases of Coronavirus, the County total is 102, with no new cases on Molokai or Lanai. The total in the state is 553. Mayor Victorino reports there are 29,000 people unemployed in the county. In his address to the county today he said, "I don't see hotels opening up in the near future." Here is how the cases broke down over the last … [Read more...] about Maui Coronavirus Tops 100 with No New Cases on Molokai
Buy Local! A Sustainable Guide on How to Buy Direct from Maui Farmers and Makers
It's been a rough few weeks cooped up at home, trying to take all the precautions to be safe when you go outside for essentials. One of the things that made me really happy recently was getting a farm box and eating fresh greens everyday. Suddenly time to wash and prepare veggies and fruit is more meditative rather than rushed. The joy of tasting every morsel of Maui grown … [Read more...] about Buy Local! A Sustainable Guide on How to Buy Direct from Maui Farmers and Makers
Drive-Thru Testing in Central Maui and Molokai Tomorrow
Drive-through testing for COVID-19 will take place again tomorrow, April 16, at Keopuolani Regional Park. Testing will be open to first responders and healthcare workers ONLY from 9 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Testing for the general public will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Testing will be provided at no-cost. “We want to mahalo all the … [Read more...] about Drive-Thru Testing in Central Maui and Molokai Tomorrow