Oahu’s Shopping Malls Show Signs Of Life For The Holidays
After surviving pandemic lockdowns and the “retail apocolypse,” shopping centers find old friends and new optimism.
Hawaii Economists See Slow Growth In 2024
Hawaii’s economy will continue to grow despite challenges posed by the Maui wildfires and a continuing decline of travel from Japan.
Hawaii Governor Mulls New Insurance Program As Extreme Weather Raises Risk Factors
Challenges facing homeowners on Maui after the wildfires have prompted concerns that insurers may find the island state too risky.
‘We’re Liking What We See’: How The Alaska-Hawaiian Merger Came Together
Hawaiian Airlines’ CEO said his company had to pay serious attention to an offer made several months ago by his counterpart at Alaska.
The Civil Beat Editorial Board Interview: UH Economists Sumner La Croix And Carl Bonham
The economists say Maui’s economy appears to be in better shape than anticipated, and they don’t expect Japanese visitors to return to pre-pandemic levels anytime this decade.
Uncertainty And Delays Are Too Much For Some Lahaina Businesses. They’re Calling It Quits
Cheeseburger in Paradise was a top revenue producer for Maui for decades but its owners have decided not to try to reopen. Other firms are making the same decision.
Hawaii Governor Sticks To Reopening West Maui To Tourists Next Week
Gov. Josh Green says he’s sympathetic to those who aren’t ready for the visitors to return but Maui and the state need the money they bring.
UH Economists Give ‘Initial Take’ On Maui’s Long Road To Recovery
Housing and labor shortages are top concerns when the rebuilding phase begins.
Lahaina Businesses Hoping To Reopen Face Daunting Challenges
From unsafe water to uncertainty over future earnings, obstacles line the path of recovery for businesses in and around the burn zone
West Maui May Reopen To Tourism On Oct. 8 As Economic Slowdown Predicted
The Hawaii governor also plans to distribute $1,200 to each adult affected by the Lahaina blaze.