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A State Senator Describes The Day Lahaina Burned: ‘I’ll Never Forget That As Long As I Live’ Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

A State Senator Describes The Day Lahaina Burned: ‘I’ll Never Forget That As Long As I Live’

Angus McKelvey was one of the thousands who lost their homes in the deadly fire. He’s been working ever since to help other survivors.

Catherine Toth Fox: Come Visit Maui, Just Pack Your Patience And Grace Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Catherine Toth Fox: Come Visit Maui, Just Pack Your Patience And Grace

It may seem insensitive to go after the Aug. 8 fires, but it’s an imperative part of the recovery.

Denby Fawcett: Why Some Maui Fire Victims Will Never Be Found David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

Denby Fawcett: Why Some Maui Fire Victims Will Never Be Found

The sorrow of Lahaina is families and friends’ uncertainty as they wait for official word about missing loved ones that may never come..

The Sunshine Blog: Now We’re Shining A Light On Maui, Too Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023

The Sunshine Blog: Now We’re Shining A Light On Maui, Too

Short takes, outtakes, our takes and other stuff you should know about public information, government accountability and ethical leadership in Hawaii.

Danny De Gracia: Spreading Lies And Conspiracy Theories About Maui Hurts Us All In The End Army National Guard photo

Danny De Gracia: Spreading Lies And Conspiracy Theories About Maui Hurts Us All In The End

We need to be clear-minded and truth-sensitive to have a functioning democracy.

The Fire Next Time David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023

The Fire Next Time

Preventing another Lahaina will take a coordinated effort.

Jonathan Okamura: Anti-Haole Violence Has Persisted Since The Killing Of Captain Cook Screenshot

Jonathan Okamura: Anti-Haole Violence Has Persisted Since The Killing Of Captain Cook

Locals should express their resistance to external threats peacefully, affirming local cultural values of acceptance and tolerance.

Lee Cataluna: The View From The Skyline Rail Is Not Exactly Scenic Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

Lee Cataluna: The View From The Skyline Rail Is Not Exactly Scenic

It’s a reality check to see how shabby, cramped and industrial parts of this island have become.

Amid The Rubble, Respect Property Rights And Listen To All The Voices Of Lahaina Courtesy: Army National Guard/Staff Sgt. Matthew A. Foster

Amid The Rubble, Respect Property Rights And Listen To All The Voices Of Lahaina

Everyone lost precious belongings and assets when the town burned, but no one should be revictimized because they lack political clout.