Best Local Farm Kula Country Farms Maui’s best local farm is a fourth generation operation, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t modern. Kula Country Farms has a Facebook page to keep you updated on when the strawberries patches are ready to pick and get you excited about upcoming crops like the pumpkins that are coming […]
MAUIWatch Founder Neldon Mamuad Sues County of Maui Alleging 1st Amendment Violations
MAUIWatch founder Neldon Mamuad alleges that county officials have repeatedly violated his First Amendment rights, states a 34-page lawsuit Mamuad filed against the County of Maui on Mar. 3 in U.S. District Court in Honolulu. The lawsuit, which also asks for a temporary restraining order (TRO) against the county, paints a picture of county officials […]
Buying Friends, Awful Ice Cream and Breast Deodorant
As usual, here’s the round-up on the weirdest events from around the world… THE PRICE OF FRIENDSHIP “Whoever said, ‘Money can’t buy you friends’ clearly hasn’t been on the Internet recently,” wrote The New York Times in April, pointing to various social media support services that create online superstars by augmenting one’s Facebook “friends,” Twitter […]
Eh Creepy Facebook Stalker!
Why do you feel like it’s okay to text and Facebook my husband? Are you bored? Or did you forget that you’re also married–with kids? Please keep your fake nose away from my family. Focus on yours! Illustration by Ron Pitts
Toilet Training, Scary Nana Mizuki Fans and Banning Pet Tattoos
TOILET TRAINING Enric Girona recently donated his prototype pet commode to the town of El Vendrell, Spain, hoping to spark worldwide interest. Conscientious owners would train their dogs on the station–a hole in the ground with a flush handle–which is connected to the sewer system, as is the drain grid next to it (for tinkling). […]
Sexting During Surgery, Inquisitive Tortoises and Epically Inept Crime Sprees
IT’S FACEBOOK’S WORLD NOW Up-and-coming Sicilian mobster Domenico Palazzotto, 28, was outed in August by Italy’s L’Espresso magazine as the owner of an ineffectively pseudonymous Facebook page showing off his muscled, bare-chested body and perhaps recruiting members. One fan asked, “Do I need to send a [resume]?” “Yes, brother,” came the reply. “We need to […]
Quizunderstood: How well do you know Facebook’s top Hawaii honeymoon towns?
1. In Facebook’s recent breakdown of the top 10 honeymoon destinations of Hawaii, Lahaina came in at number one. The second highest scoring Maui town was Kihei, which landed in the fifth spot. The sixth spot was also a Maui town–which one was it? A. Kula B. Wailea C. Makena D. Kahului E. Paia 2. […]
This Sunday, May 25: Facebook Small Business Boost
The Maui Economic Development Board and Facebook invite you to their Small Business Boost this Sunday. Facebook’s Small Business Team will discuss best practices, strategies and management tips for your business to use the popular social media site. Learn how to tap into Facebook’s one billion consumers. US Senator Brian Schatz will be there, too. Free. 4pm-6pm. King […]
Anti-Lingle Facebook groups need to get together!
Searching for Gov. Linda Lingle on Facebook, I discovered three competing anti-Lingle groups (none pro): Impeach Linda Lingle!!! (31 members); Impeach Linda Lingle (less exclamation points and less members–10); and Anti-Linda Lingle Group (84 members). It looks like there’s some membership crossover, but may I make a humble suggestion? Get together, folks. Strength in numbers!
An Open Letter Responding to the Open Letter Responding to the Open Letter to the Open Letter
MauiTime’s new comic, Open Letters, got an open letter of its own a couple weeks ago. This, in turn, inspired creators Jory John and Avery Monsen to pen a letter in response. Now we have another link in the chain, as the letter writer fired back. For background: Here’s the original Open Letter comic: Here’s the […]
‘I am here to address a travesty’ – Here’s what Deputy Prosecutor Richard Minatoya tried to say at the Mar. 3 Maui County Council hearing
If you read my Mar. 3 story on yesterday’s crazy County Council hearing on the reappointment of county Prosecutor John D. Kim, then you know that the big takeaways were (1) What was Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Richard Minatoya (who supported Kim) going to say about County Councilman Don Guzman (who opposed Kim) before Council Chairman Mike […]
NOTW: Virtual reality sex, doggy charisma and some violent judge
THE INTERNET’S PROMISE FULFILLED (FOR MEN, ANYWAY) Japan’s Tenga toy company appears to be first on the market with a virtual reality bodysuit (for use with the Oculus Rift “Sexy Beach Premium Resort” 3D game) containing a genital stimulator and the sensation of “groping” breasts–sending “impulses all over the wearer’s body to make it feel […]
Know your 2016 Maui County Election Candidate: Hana Steel
Hana Steel is one of five individuals running for the Maui County Council seat representing Wailuku, Waihee and Waikapu, which is currently held by Mike Victorino (who can’t run again because of term limits). She is/was the County’s Recycling Coordinator, but has been on paid leave for the last two years (click here to see our most […]
Here’s Drew Toonz’ plan for dealing with the 2016 Election
Illustration: Andrew Miller
TODAY, Nov. 22: Sign-waving against hate in front of Maui High
These days, it’s hard to look at the news without seeing a story about hate and vitriol somewhere in the U.S. spewed at Muslims, Jews, immigrants, non-whites, women and LGBT persons. That’s why it’s nice to see that this afternoon, a group of Maui High students will stand for stronger ideals: tolerance and acceptance. At 2:05pm, […]
South Maui Rep. Kaniela Ing calls out Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg over Kauai lawsuits
By now, everyone in Hawaii has undoubtedly heard that Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who owns a lot of land on Kauai, filed eight “quiet title” lawsuits on Dec. 30, “seeking to force owners of 14 small properties to sell their stakes in their land at public auction,” according to this Jan. 19 Honolulu Star-Advertiser article. […]