5 Questions: Jordan Ruidas, of Lahaina Strong
Lahaina Strong is among the most visible grassroots efforts to support the recovery of Lahaina. To what do you attribute the hui’s success? Read more
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Lahaina Strong is among the most visible grassroots efforts to support the recovery of Lahaina. To what do you attribute the hui’s success? Read more
A new round of bargaining is underway between Unite Here Local 5 members and hotel operators, and the union made some noise to bring negotiations into the public eye. Read more
Hawaiian monk seal Kaiwi returned to Kaimana Beach to give birth to an as-yet-unnamed pup, first sighted Wednesday morning. It’s the third time Kaiwi selected the beach for pupping. Read more
The COVID-19 pandemic created deep hardship throughout Hawaii, with its serious threats to health, jolts to the economy and shutdown of in-person education, pushing many households that formerly held firm onto shaky domestic ground. Read more
The disregard shown by our legislators for their constituents at hearings on Senate Bill 3202, as evidenced by the majority of the testimony submitted, compels me to write this letter. Read more
The Hawaii Senate passed a resolution with eight mentions of “whereas” and three “be it resolved” calling for an immediate and permanent cease-fire in Gaza. Read more
While there is much concern about the safety of student protesters and controversy surrounding such complex issues, we should all celebrate what is happening on college campuses throughout our country. Read more
A letter in the April 29 paper asked what the difference is between Trump and Biden (“Trump helped the rich, Biden is helping the poor,” Star-Advertiser). Read more
It seems ill-advised to resist offers of trailers from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Granted that they are not architectural gems, they do offer immediate sanctuary to families who survived the Aug. 8 Maui wildfires. Read more
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Since 2002, the Aloha Medical Mission dental clinic has provided basic and emergency dental services for low-income residents of Hawaii without dental insurance — a particularly valuable service between 2009 and 2023, when dental care for adult Med-QUEST recipients was halted as a budget-cutting measure. Read more
Hawaii residents enjoy a geographic separation. It’s also attractive as an exotic lure to visitors. Read more
Confusion remains around Senate Bill 2922, a proposed measure that would allow Hawaiian Electric to securitize ratepayer funds for wildfire mitigation. Read more
It’s not top of mind for most folks, but it is good news from the Legislature that nearly $20 million has been set aside to combat invasive species. Read more
Sending a big mahalo to Sen. Mike Gabbard and the legislators for introducing and voting in favor of Senate Concurrent Resolution 101 supporting a plant-based lifestyle. Read more
Friday’s letter about green power was a reminder to me (“Be wary of total reliance on green energy sources,” Star-Advertiser, April 26). Read more
While the city and its 14-member Ocean Safety Task Force struggle with ideas for an independent department, it should be noted that there are glaring situational shortcomings that have been ignored for far too long. Read more
The recent Supreme Court hearings on Trump’s ridiculous claim of absolute immunity from criminal prosecution revealed a disturbing and dangerous side of the court’s majority. Read more
In regard to the pro-Palestine campus protests and occupations, right now there are too many to list and comment on. It’s past time for these “children” to learn a life lesson. Read more
It’s reassuring that the Legislature found money in the budget to put $300 million aside for the state’s emergency “rainy day” fund, and to make a $135 million appropriation for the state employees’ retirement fund. Read more
The Hawaii Board of Land and Natural Resources has upped the fine for a yacht grounding in Honolua Bay that damaged 119 coral colonies and about 1,640 square meters of live rock. Read more
There’s a new deadline to register for the state’s One ‘Ohana Fund: now May 31, extended from April 30. Read more