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
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QuizUnderstood: How much do you know about former House Speaker Joe Souki’s career?
1. On May 3, the state Attorney General’s office released its annual report on firearms registrations for 2016. According to the report, in 2016 what was the most common reason for firearm permits to get denied? A. Disorderly conduct B. Assault C. Medical marijuana patient D. Mental health issue/treatment E. Abuse of family/household member 2. Maui Rep. Joe Souki resigned … [Read more...] about QuizUnderstood: How much do you know about former House Speaker Joe Souki’s career?
The Maui Police Dept. bought crime-fighting ice machines with asset forfeiture funds
Normally, hearing that the Maui Police Department recently purchased ice machines for its stations in Hana and Lanai wouldn’t inspire me to write a story. But when I heard that the department used asset forfeiture funds to buy the machines, I got to work. Civil asset forfeiture is one of those grotesque things governments do that riles both left and libertarians–the left … [Read more...] about The Maui Police Dept. bought crime-fighting ice machines with asset forfeiture funds
Activists circulate petition to impeach Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa
A couple hours before Mayor Alan Arakawa gave his annual State of the County address, a tidy group of residents gathered at the entrance to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Carrying signs and upside-down Hawaii state flags, they were there to express their anger, as one demonstrator put it, at Arakawa. Their numbers swelled from about 50 at 4:30pm to nearly double that an … [Read more...] about Activists circulate petition to impeach Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa
Quizunderstood: How much do you know about Hawaiian Airlines’ return to Kapalua Airport?
1. On Mar. 2, the Maui Police Department announced that they had a new scent-tracking dog. According to the news release, the dog is a Labrador. What is the dog’s name? A. Jim B. John C. Jack D. Joe E. Jake 2. On Mar. 3, the Hawaii House of Representatives passed 137 bills. One of them was HB451 HD1. What does it do? A. Establishes the invasive species rapid response … [Read more...] about Quizunderstood: How much do you know about Hawaiian Airlines’ return to Kapalua Airport?