Are you artistic? Do you look at designs of cell phone cases and say: “I could have drawn that.” Well, now’s your chance. Maui’s 808 Shells and Mobi PCS are searching for island-inspired art that they can then use for a limited-edition cell phone case. The contest, dubbed “Create Your 808,” is accepting art created by hand using any medium or designed with computer software … [Read more...] about Create Your 808 Cell Phone Contest
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Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie Appoints Grant Chun To State Board Of Education
So Governor Neil Abercrombie has decided to replace outgoing Board of Education member Wesley Lo with Grant Chun. In October, Maui Memorial Medical Center CEO Lo resigned from the board eight months before his term ended, citing work constraints. In choosing Chun, vice president of the Alexander & Baldwin, as Lo’s replacement, Abercrombie has gone with one of Maui’s most … [Read more...] about Hawaii Governor Neil Abercrombie Appoints Grant Chun To State Board Of Education
POZ Magazine Honors Local AIDS Activist Kekoa Yap
Local AIDS activist Kekoa Yap was named to POZ Magazine’s top 100 list of national “Unsung Heroes.” POZ–an award-winning print and online brand for those affected by and living with HIV/AIDS–included Yap on the 2013 POZ 100 list which honors those who are making a tangible difference in their respective communities. “Each person—in his or her own unique way—is taking a brave … [Read more...] about POZ Magazine Honors Local AIDS Activist Kekoa Yap
Volta Installing New EV Charging Station In Kaanapali
Those hesitant to purchase an electric vehicle for fear of not having enough charge to cross the island can rest a bit easier. Volta Industries–which designs, installs and maintains EV charging stations free of charge–is installing its very first charging station on Maui next month. The charging station will be located in Ka‘anapali in front of Whaler’s Village parking garage. … [Read more...] about Volta Installing New EV Charging Station In Kaanapali
University of Hawaii Researchers Have Bad News For Coral
New research shows that ocean corals previously thought to be at low risk of extinction may be facing risks after all. A team of scientists are challenging the traditional assumption that corals do not face a risk of extinction unless they become very rare or have a very restricted range. Some coral species are abundant across a broad geographic range, but the new findings show … [Read more...] about University of Hawaii Researchers Have Bad News For Coral