It’s hard to believe sometimes that we’ve been around for two decades. Sure, we’ve changed a lot in that time (what hasn’t?). But in that time, we’ve brought you a lot of stories–some good, others not so much, but all with the goal of publishing interesting, readable and honest stories about what’s really going on in Maui County. That commitment remains the same today as it was … [Read more...] about MauiTime celebrates 20 years of independent journalism
Matt Kinoshita
Interview with Maui Surfer Ian Walsh December 7 1999
Maui Time Surf and Sports correspondent Dave Sweedler interviews Maui surfer Ian Walsh in the December 7 1999 issue of Maui Time. Ian Walsh is lighting up the islands waters, as he is taking the new generation of Maui surfers into the next century. At sixteen, he carries a reputation as one of the state’s fiercest competitors, and is earning respect … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Ian Walsh December 7 1999
Interview with Maui Surfer Micah Nickens – May 26, 1998
Homegrown Maui boy Micah Nickens is taking new school surfing into a spiritual level. He has placed himself into the spotlight and is gaining recognition as a solid surfer throughout the world. A positive representative of the sport, Micah is becoming a role model for today’s youth. Micah is a graduate of the Matt Kinoshita school of positive living. With the help of his … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Micah Nickens – May 26, 1998
Interview with Maui Surfer Steve Cooney – April 28, 1998
Many feel the island of Maui has some of the most talented, yet overlooked surfers in the world and Steve Cooney is one of them. At 23 years old, he is fortunate enough to have spent his entire life here; surfing the best waves and appreciating the gifts of nature. Steve learned how to surf at Lahaina harbor and Honolua Bay, yet doesn’t believe he began pushing himself until … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Steve Cooney – April 28, 1998
Interview with Maui Surfer Jairus Cannon – February 17, 1998
I had a chance to speak with Jairus Cannon last week, following his impressive first place win in the Open Men’s division of the Legends Of The Bay surf contest. Born in California, Jairus moved to Maui when he was 12. He immediately took to surfing at Pavilions, and contests were soon to follow. “I got really into surfing after my first wave," he said. "I knew then that I … [Read more...] about Interview with Maui Surfer Jairus Cannon – February 17, 1998