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WATCH: Lahaina Paddle Out, One Year After The Maui Fires Kawika Lopez/Civil Beat/2024

WATCH: Lahaina Paddle Out, One Year After The Maui Fires

Thousands gathered Thursday at Hanakaoo Beach Park in remembrance of the Aug. 8 fires to honor the lives lost in Lahaina.

Their Senior Center Burned And Their Friends Died. But These Kupuna Are Moving Forward Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024

Their Senior Center Burned And Their Friends Died. But These Kupuna Are Moving Forward

More than two-thirds of Maui’s fire victims were over the age of 60. Kupuna are also facing additional challenges in the aftermath of the disaster.

Lahaina’s Historic Elementary School Was A Source Of Community Pride. Now The Town Is Divided On Its Future Courtesy: Steve Franz

Lahaina’s Historic Elementary School Was A Source Of Community Pride. Now The Town Is Divided On Its Future

Rebuilding King Kamehameha III Elementary School, which was destroyed in last year’s fire, could help bring families back to Lahaina. But residents are torn over where the school should be located.

More Details On Maui Fire Settlement: Kamehameha Schools Pledges $872.5 Million Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

More Details On Maui Fire Settlement: Kamehameha Schools Pledges $872.5 Million

Maui County could get off with just the $10 million contribution it has already pledged to the state fund for fire victims.

The View From Above: How Far We’ve Come Since The Maui Fires Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024

The View From Above: How Far We’ve Come Since The Maui Fires

Here’s what progress has looked like from an aerial perspective over the past year in Lahaina, Upcountry and Olowalu.

Tourism Is Still Way Down On Maui. And That’s Causing A Lot Of Problems Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2022

Tourism Is Still Way Down On Maui. And That’s Causing A Lot Of Problems

Efforts to boost the industry will focus on key Southern California markets, with additional pushes targeting corporate meeting and incentive planners.

Bob Fenton Reflects On A Year Of Leading FEMA’s Fire Recovery Efforts On Maui Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2023

Bob Fenton Reflects On A Year Of Leading FEMA’s Fire Recovery Efforts On Maui

There were highs and lows managing multiple programs in a place historically skeptical of the federal government, but overall his agency’s work has been well received.

Researchers Fear A Disturbing Pattern Of Health Problems Is Emerging After The Maui Fires Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023

Researchers Fear A Disturbing Pattern Of Health Problems Is Emerging After The Maui Fires

It may be years before the full extent of illnesses affecting wildfire survivors is documented, but the preliminary data is troubling.

Oahu Condo Owners Are Debating Best Way To Limit Fire Safety Costs  Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2024

Oahu Condo Owners Are Debating Best Way To Limit Fire Safety Costs 

Senior citizens are having a particularly hard time paying for safety upgrades mandated several years ago after a fatal high-rise fire on Oahu.

Maui’s Mayor Has Struggled To Lead An Island Reeling From Tragedy. But Some Say He’s Getting Better David Croxford/Civil Beat/2024

Maui’s Mayor Has Struggled To Lead An Island Reeling From Tragedy. But Some Say He’s Getting Better

From awkward public appearances to stonewalling the media, former judge Richard Bissen has been slow to adapt to life as an elected leader.