It’s not an exaggeration to say the green Waikapu on 30 restaurant has been there forever. It’s a little convenience store, selling plate lunches, sandwiches, snacks and drinks, but inside are little reminders–a shelf covered with old bottles, tin signs–that recall its past. The building dates back to the early years of the 20th century, when it was the old Sakamoto Store. Out … [Read more...] about Talking story with ‘The Three-Year Swim Club’ author Julie Checkoway about Soichi Sakamoto, Maui’s sugar ditch kids and Olympic glory
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Here’s a list of Tropical Storm Kilo road and facility closures on Maui
Tropical Storm Kilo may be veering its path away from Hawaii but that doesn’t save Maui from its aftermath: lots and lots of impracticalities. A press release issued earlier today by the County of Maui Public Information Office listed today’s road closures: • Piilani Highway (31) MP 38 – 25 (Kipahulu/Kaupo area): The road is closed and impassable. There are numerous … [Read more...] about Here’s a list of Tropical Storm Kilo road and facility closures on Maui
How Maui Animal Shelter Volunteers Save Dogs’ Lives By Flying Them To The Mainland
“We just saved Clara’s life!” It was a Sunday morning and Laura Forsythe, who’d just spoken those words, was understandably happy. You could hear the joy in her voice, and in the voices of her fellow volunteers. Clara was most likely ecstatic, too, but she wasn’t really in a position to say so. That’s because Clara’s a dog–a Shar Pei and Staffordshire Bull Terrier mix, to be … [Read more...] about How Maui Animal Shelter Volunteers Save Dogs’ Lives By Flying Them To The Mainland
This Friday, July 17: Pearls for Pooches
Adorn yourself with the Hawaiian diamond at The Maui Humane Society’s Pearls for Pooches this Friday. Grab a friend and shop Te Hotu Mana Creations’ Tahitian pearls and Keshi pearls. A portion of the evening's proceeds will benefit Maui Humane Society’s continued efforts. Shop a selection of jewelry, enjoy light pupu and support the animals at the Humane Society. 5pm-pm. Maui … [Read more...] about This Friday, July 17: Pearls for Pooches
Test Your Knowledge Of Oprah’s New Tea and What’s Next For The Giggle Hill Playground
1. This week Starbucks, Teavana and sometime-Maui resident Oprah Winfrey announced that all three would partner on a new tea, known as Oprah Chai Tea. Which of the following ingredients is NOT in the new tea? A. Mint B. Cloves C. Cardamom D. Ginger E. Cinnamon 2. On Mar. 25, the Maui County Council voted on the First Reading of an appropriation for the Department … [Read more...] about Test Your Knowledge Of Oprah’s New Tea and What’s Next For The Giggle Hill Playground