You read that right: veteran investigative reporter Keoki Kerr is going to work for the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA). Kerr will handle all communications and media affairs for the powerful 13,500-member union. “We are pleased to welcome Keoki to our team. His reputation as a fair and accurate reporter on issues that impact our […]
Hawaii state Legislature taking up Maui LC dancing regulations yet again
Here’s a story you’ve heard many, many times before: the Hawaii state Legislature is considering a bill that would force all the county Liquor Control departments to define “dancing.” Known as SB 868, the bill was introduced by 14 state Senators including Maui’s own J. Kalani English, Roz Baker and Gil Keith-Agaran. “As the co-founder […]
Two Maui Residents To Appear On ‘Wheel Of Fortune’
Next month, two Haiku residents will appear on the game show Wheel of Fortune. Claire Bediamol and Kelly Lau will appear on the episode, which is part of a special series on best friends. The episode will air at 6:30pm on Thursday, Nov. 13 on KHON 2. “It was an amazing experience, really fun,” said Bediamol. “It […]
MauiTime Joins Other Hawaii News Organizations In Calling For Open Court Protections
Even though the infamous Christopher Deedy trial occurred on Oahu, MauiTime has joined seven other Hawaii news organizations and three media associations in calling for the opening of closed session transcripts in that case. The original trial, in which Deedy–a federal agent–was charged with allegedly murdering Kollin Elderts at a Waikiki McDonald’s after an argument […]
Open for Bon Jovi: Guitar Hero Experts Need Not Apply
If you have a kick-ass band and rock a guitar (the kind with 6 real strings, not colorful buttons), enter the contest for Hawaii bands to be the opening act for the February 2010 Bon Jovi concerts on Oahu. Sadly, the only song I can play well on my guitar is “Stairway to Heaven” and […]