"I’ve known since I was five I wanted to be a marine scientist,” said Tara Owens. She grew up in Tennessee and spent summers along the South Carolina shore. Fast forward, Owens is now 40 and has been a Hawai‘i resident for more than 10 years. In the meantime she received her master’s of science degree in coastal geology from the University of Hawai‘i and is currently a UH Sea … [Read more...] about Visualizing Sea Level Rise on Maui: Sea Grant scientist Tara Owens explains how computer modeling helps prepare for climate change
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Restaurant Review: The Dog and Duck is Kihei Kalama Village’s Pub
You don’t have to wait ‘til St. Paddy’s day to eat corned beef and cabbage. I recently learned this fact stopping by the Dog and Duck in the Kihei Kalama Village. Most of us know the Dog and Duck to be a great nightlife spot in Kihei’s Triangle for trivia, yum yum shots, DJs, and live music for the last 12 years, but you may not know their kitchen pumps out some of the best … [Read more...] about Restaurant Review: The Dog and Duck is Kihei Kalama Village’s Pub
Christmas 2018, Maui Style!
PAUSE!!! Christmas is here, and that means we’ll be saying goodbye to 2018 soon. So let’s take a moment to celebrate the holidays by doing something merry. In case you’re in need of some ideas, the MauiTime Elves went on a sleigh ride to find the most festive fun for all! So brighten the holiday season with these cheery Christmas events! Photos with Santa... THE … [Read more...] about Christmas 2018, Maui Style!
Make a difference in Maui County by serving on a board or commission
The County of Maui is accepting applications for its boards, councils, commissions, and committees, including the Maui Planning Commission and the Moloka‘i Planning Commission. Responsibilities include hearing public testimony, reviewing policies and standards, and making recommendations. Positions are appointed by the mayor, and confirmed by the county council. Positions … [Read more...] about Make a difference in Maui County by serving on a board or commission
Eh Brah! Control your kids!
Please control your youth at the public open skate at the rink in Kihei! They are playing tag, skating the wrong way, running into skaters and not heeding any warning by experienced skaters like myself. And then, after colliding with me, sending me to the ground, they laugh – not even an apology. While I appreciate that the skating rink is run by volunteers, someone (maybe the … [Read more...] about Eh Brah! Control your kids!