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Message FREEFall 2025 Maui, Hawaiʻiconnecting our communitiesON THE INSIDEHolomua Kākou with Mayor Richard Bissen .................................................................. Page 4Hāna Elites Wrestling Club Results from Western State Nationals ..............................Page 11Festivals of Aloha .............................................................................................................. Page 12
Page 2 Hānaside News Fall 2025Bamboo InnEnchantment on Hāna Bay(808) 248-7718 www.bambooinn.comMaui Bed and Breakfast Permit: BBHA 2012/0001IN MEMORIAMDorothy Marlene Lena Kamalu KahoʻokeleDaisy Kaeka Mailou Lind Randy KonohiaGuy AkiuDear Hānaside News,I am writing to express my deep concern about the Hāna High & Elementary School, a public school in our community. The school is facing signicant challenges that are impacting the quality of education and the well-being of its students.Specically, I am concerned about the following issues:Bullying and Segregation: The school has a persistent problem with bullying and segregation, which creates a hostile environment for many students.Teacher Shortage: The school is struggling with a shortage of qualied teachers, which can lead to overcrowded classrooms, inadequate support for students, and a lack of continuity in the educational process.Reliance on Educational Assistants: Due to the teacher shortage, the school is relying heavily on educational assistants to ll gaps in the classroom. While educational assistants can provide valuable support, they are not a substitute for fully qualied teachers.I believe that these issues are interconnected and require a comprehensive solution. The school administration needs to prioritize addressing the teacher shortage, implementing effective bullying prevention programs, and promoting diversity and inclusion. I urge the school administration to take immediate action to address these issues. This can include recruiting and retaining qualied teachers, providing training and support for educational assistants, and implementing evidence-based programs to prevent bullying and promote inclusivity.By sharing this with Hānaside News readers, my wish is to bring these concerns to the attention of the community. By shedding light on these issues, we can work together to create a better educational environment for all students.Sincerely,Lehua CosmaLetters to Hānaside NewsMisty-Rayne Fontanilla &Liloa Lecker-TolentinoHāmoa, HānaMay 25, 2025Mr. Trevor Bone &Shandace Bone (maiden Vierra-Pua)MarriedJune 31st, 2025Hāna Wedding AnnouncementsEDITORIAL ASSOCIATE Heidi LeaADVERTISING SALES Adrienne PorembaGRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT Alana RossPUBLISHING COORDINATOR Amanda MoriCIRCULATION The TeamCOVER PHOTO Aunty Frances KalaolaKaukaohulani Morton & Uncle Hoʻopai BullyDEADLINE FOR WINTER ISSUE IS OCTOBER 1ST, 2025PUBLISHED BYHĀNASIDE NEWS & PUBLISHING COMPANY, LLC.(808) 248-8848 | P.O. Box 795 Hāna, HI 96713info@hanasidenews.com | www.hanasidenews.comTell us what YOU see and want to see in our community! Write a letter, take a photo, send a suggestion to editor@hanasidenews.comGOT QUESTIONS? CONTACT US:EDITORIAL QUESTIONSeditor@hanasidenews.comBUSINESS & GENERAL INFORMATION info@hanasidenews.comADVERTISING INFORMATIONads@hanasidenews.comAD GRAPHIC DESIGNdesign@hanasidenews.comGOT IDEAS? BE A CONTRIBUTING WRITER! For more information, submission guidelines, or to learn about paid content, visit www.hanasidenews.com/content FIND THE LATEST DIGITAL ISSUE ON OUR WEBSITE: WWW.HANASIDENEWS.COMconnecting our communities65th Issue Fall 2025
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 3@reallygreatsiteSUN: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PMMON - SAT: 5:30 AM - 7:00 PM15 Makawao AvenuePukalani, HI 96768(808) 572-7616www.pukalanisuperette.com@pukalanisuperetteMarcia J. KalamaREALTOR ® GRI, GREEN RS-37688CELL 808-281-6735mjkalama@gmail.comFINE ISLANDPROPERTIESWhere expertise meets exceptional serviceLove Where You Live!Love Where You Live!Love Where You Live!Love Where You Live!143 ALALELE PLACE | MLS#406563 | LIST PRICE $1,520,00.Welcome to your peaceful East Maui getaway. This rare 2-acre property offers privacy, comfort, and vibrant tropical beauty close to Hāna town.The main home features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious kitchen, and a huge covered lanai for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Nearby, the fully renovated 2 bed, 1 bath cottage (ohana) is perfect for guests or rental income.Enjoy abundant fruit trees, tropical flowers, and gentle trade winds—all part of the magic of Hāna.• MAIN HOUSE: 2 Bed | 2 Bath | Spacious Kitchen | Expansive Lanai• OHANA COTTAGE: 2 Bed | 1 Bath | Fully Renovated• Peaceful & Private 2-Acre Setting• Abundant Fruit Trees & Tropical Flowers• Ideal for Extended Living or Income PotentialJust Listed in HānaJust Listed in HānaJust Listed in HānaJust Listed in HānaA quiet but deeply consequential transaction has occurred on Maui: the Wailuku property and longtime home to The Maui News, which houses the island’s only newspaper printing press, has ofcially changed hands. While this may have escaped the attention of some readers, the ripple effects are likely to be felt across our media landscape, especially in remote communities like Hāna, where print journalism remains a vital resource.The 6.28-acre site at 100 Mahalani Street was purchased by Kaiser Permanente. Located adjacent to its Wailuku Medical Ofce and near Maui Memorial Medical Center, the acquisition supports the health care provider’s plans to expand services for Valley Isle residents. But for Maui’s media ecosystem, the change signals a signicant and pressing shift.The property sale includes the three buildings totaling over 43,000 square feet that have long housed The Maui News and its printing press. The newspaper will continue operations on-site for up to a year, but as The Maui News General Manager Jenni DeFouw shared, the transition will soon usher in a new chapter. “We are excited to move into a new space that better suits our needs and is more accessible to our readers and advertisers,” DeFouw said. “This is an investment in our future that will allow us to focus all of our energy on delivering the content and advertising the greater Maui community expects and deserves.”While the move is forward-looking, it also comes with loss. The press, used by The Maui News and other publications including Hānaside News, will be decommissioned within the next year, eliminating Maui’s only commercial newspaper press.In our increasingly digital world, it’s easy to overlook the power of print. But for many in our rural and kūpuna populations, the printed newspaper remains a trusted, accessible, and tangible connection to the world around them. It doesn’t require a Wi-Fi signal or smartphone. It can be shared, saved, clipped, and reread.Print is more than just a delivery system. In small communities, it’s a recordkeeper of milestones, a preserver of history, and a shared cultural touchstone. When we lose our local printing infrastructure, we lose more than machinery, we risk losing our memory, our voice, and our story as it unfolds.As the interim owner and coordinator of Hānaside News, I’ve been following these developments closely, knowing full well how critical access to print is for our readers, especially on the East side and throughout rural Maui.While we continue to publish and distribute Hānaside News in print, we must acknowledge that our ability to do so locally may soon be compromised. In anticipation, we have begun reaching out to other printers both in Hawaii and out of state. At the press deadline of this issue, we are in contact with Oahu Publications, Inc. (OPI) to see if they are able to accommodate our quarterly print runs and keep production in state. We have also connected with The Trust Press, a mission-driven nonprot printer in Denver, Colorado. Their commitment to supporting community-rst, independent publications aligns deeply with our mission. The Future of Local Print Media At a CrossroadsWhat the Sale of The Maui News Property Means for Maui and BeyondBy Amanda K. Mori | Photo By Genaro Larrosa
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Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 5Community Raises Alarm Over Herbicide Use Along Hāna HighwayBy Napua Hueu / Photo By Heidi LeaIn East Maui, residents are highlighting concerns over the apparent renewed use of herbicides along the Hāna Highway. A recent observation made by a local driver on March 31, 2025, revealed widespread yellowing and browning of roadside vegetation just below Kaumahina State Park near mile marker 13, clear evidence of recent chemical spraying. The incident has reignited fears about public health, environmental damage in ecologically sensitive areas, and lack of government transparency.Historically, the State responded to similar concerns with responsible action. In 2021, after community complaints regarding herbicide spraying near a taro patch restoration site in Honomānu, the State Highways Division shifted to using contracted manual labor to control roadside vegetation. This was a notable move toward environmental stewardship and public safety. However, the recent signs of herbicide use indicate a possible troubling departure from this precedent.HDOT moving away from more environmentally sustainable practices, to using poisons in watershed areas, has fueled frustration with the department. When contacted in spring of this year, Ty Fukuroku, an engineer with the State Highways Division, stated that he was unaware of which specic herbicides had been used and was also unclear on whether public notication about herbicide spraying was a HDOT policy or not. Weekly lane closure reports by HDOT are now referencing, “weed control spot spraying, weather permitting” as a means for alerting the public. Residents believe the chemicals in question may include Garlon (triclopyr) and Finale (glufosinate ammonium), both of which have serious toxicological proles. Finale is associated with severe respiratory and neurological impacts and is highly toxic to aquatic ecosystems. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), exposure can result in symptoms such as shortness of breath, convulsions, and, in some cases, death. Garlon has been linked to skin and eye irritation, endocrine disruption, and potential carcinogenic effects. It is also highly persistent in soil and water, making it especially hazardous in areas that feed into streams, lo‘i, and other cultural or food-gathering sites.The situation is particularly troubling given the cultural, subsistence, and ceremonial uses of lands in East Maui. Many residents continue to rely on local ecosystems for traditional practices, food, and medicine. The possibility of exposure to harmful herbicides, whether by direct contact, inhalation by driving through recently sprayed areas, or runoff into nearby water sources, poses an unacceptable risk to community health and cultural integrity.Adding to the concern is a recent development that further limits public access to information. The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture’s Pesticides Branch denied a request for government documents related to the incident, citing that the case remains open and ongoing. This decision leaves the community in the dark about the extent of the investigation, the identity of the chemicals being used, and any plans for future mitigation or policy change.Community advocates are now calling for immediate action. They urge the State Highways Division to halt all herbicide use along the Hāna Highway and throughout East Maui. In addition, they are requesting renewed investment in non-chemical vegetation management strategies, especially manual labor contracts that both protect the environment and provide local employment opportunities.This issue is emblematic of broader systemic concerns. There is inconsistency between state agencies, their commitments to sustainability and the on-the-ground decisions that affect public and environmental health. The use of herbicides runs counter to the principles of ecological stewardship and respectful community engagement.In a region where natural resources are closely tied to the well-being and identity of its people, spraying toxic chemicals across the landscape is not merely a technical matter; it is a profound ethical and environmental misstep. East Maui is asking for accountability and the return to practices that align with a sustainable vision for the future.The HDOA’s Pesticides Branch can be reached at (808) 973-9402 or dab.hawaii.gov/pi/pestOne of my all time favorite teas… Roselle Hibiscus is also known as Jamaican Hibiscus or Sorel in the Caribbean, or Florida Cranberry in some parts of the US. A delicious refreshing summertime, or anytime, beverage made from the owers of the Roselle Hibiscus plant. Because of the ower being rich in vitamin C, with high levels of antioxidants and avonoid compounds, this plant is attributed to have anti-inammatory and antimicrobial properties, which can help manage cold and u symptoms, improve digestion, improve mood and reduce depression symptoms, have cancer resistant properties, protect the liver and lower cholesterol. There are lots of great health benets to drinking this tea! 8 cups water1/4 cup light brown sugar packed1 cup dried hibiscus owers1/4 cup honey4 heaping cups ice1. Put the water in a medium sized pot with brown sugar & bring to a boil.2. Add the owers. Turn the ame down a bit & boil for 3 mins. Then turn off the ame & let it steep for 30 mins.3. Strain the owers from the tea by pouring into a big pitcher. Compost the owers, save the owers for another dish, or toss them.4. Add honey & stir until dissolved. Add more brown sugar or honey to get the perfect sweetness to your liking. 5. Add 4 heaping cups of ice to cool the tea down.6. You can serve it as is, chilled over ice, or add it to delicious cocktails or mock-tails. Store in the fridge for up to a week.Roselle Hibiscus TeaRoselle Hibiscus TeaRecipe & Photo By Carla Carrasco
Page 6 Hānaside News Fall 2025Join in on the fun for the whole ʻohana on Saturday, July 26 at the 4th Annual Hāna Keiki Fest with special musical guest Marty Dread! This year we want to give a special thank you for Paul Tonnessen with the Friends of the Children’s Justice Center Maui for helping to sponsor/fund the event! And huge gratitude to our Hāna Football Team who has signed up once again to be available with helping hands and ono grinds. Sponsored by the Hāna Community Association (HCA), the fun adventure engages participants with a smorgasbord of offerings by leading kids around the activity booths where they ll cards to successfully register for a variety of prizes and giveaways provided by our generous organizations through their representatives. This year a focus will be on providing youth of all ages with opportunities – from fun activities at the variety of booths (and a massive bounce house), to workforce and career development support and job information.Big Mahalo to the HCA partners who made this event possible over the years! Hāna SchoolHāna ArtsFriends of the Children’s Justice Center Maui Department of Education (McKinney Vento program)Maui Police Department & Hāna OfcersHāna Fire DepartmentHo’oikaika PartnershipPiha Wellness and Healing - Providing 250 backpacks and school supplies with help from Department of EducationYes ProjectHāna Parks & Recreation DepartmentMahi PonoMaui Economic OpportunityMaui Family Support ServicesNa Hoʻo Ikaika Children’s JusticeKane Connection ProgramChild and Family ServicesChildren’s Community CouncilProject Vision Hawaiʻi providing SNAP and Medquest Eligibility Application AssistanceMental Health America of HawaiʻiAlu Like Inc. / Hoʻāla HouHāna Business Council with Association to the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union – Hāna ChapterValley Isle ExcursionsSenator Lynn DeCoiteYouthline - Let’s Talk! Youth HelplineHui No Ke Ola PonoGirl Scouts of MauiBoys and Girls Club of MauiBaby2Baby Helping to provide diapers and wipes for infantsHealthy Mothers Healthy Babies4th Annual Hāna Keiki (Youth) Fest with Musical Guest Marty DreadBy Hāna Community Association The Golden Years Kupuna Prom Dance By Hale Hulu MamoFriday, August 1, 2025 marks the 1st Annual Kupuna Prom Night to be held at Helene Hall, a benet for the Hale Hulu Mamo Hāna Senior Center.Hāna Youth Fest Crossword PuzzleSee Answers on Page 15ACROSS:3. Keiki Fest is under this canopy4.Whatiswonbyllingouttheactivitycards6. Education resources8.SomethingyoujumparoundinslidethroughDOWN:1 Hawaiian word for youth2. Howmanyyearsthisfestivalhasbeengoing3. Typeofentertainmentatthefestival5. Joyous7. Hawaiianwordforfamily
Fall 202 5 Hānaside News Page 7Escape to Hāna Kai Maui, where oceanfront serenity meets island charm. Wake up to the sound of waves, relax on your private lanai, and experience the beauty of Hāna’s unspoiled coastline. Book your stay and discover the magic of East Maui!OCEANFRONT CONDOMINIUMS1-800-346-27724865 Uakea Road Hāna15% Kamaʻaina Discount WWW.HANAKAIMAUI.COMemail: hannah@pbchawaii.comwebsite: pbchawaii.com/hannah 3620 Baldwin Ave., Ste. 202, MakawaoMedicare Advantage / MedicareSupplementMedicarePart D / Dental / Hospital IndemnityHANNAH HARMON Licensed Insurance AgentCall 808-572-6140MEDICARE ADVICE YOU NEED. SERVICE YOU DESERVE!I CONTRACT WITH EVERY MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PLAN IN HAWAIIEast Maui Water Authority Community ConversationsArticle & Photos By Gina Young, Director of East Maui Water AuthorityIn June, the East Maui Water Authority and its community board, ʻAha Wai O Maui Hikina, held a series of community conversations in Keʻanae, Kula, and Haʻikū. These gatherings were deeply rooted in cultural values, lived experiences and a shared vision for a better future. The focus of these meetings was community equity, co-partnering and the importance of integrating cultural knowledge into how we manage water. Residents sat alongside policy experts, Water Authority staff and board members in small group settings designed to foster real dialogue. Participants shared stories, ideas and hopes about how to sustainably care for East Maui’s most vital resource. A separate session in Wailuku, offered both in person and online, explored public nancing strategies for watershed restoration, infrastructure, climate resilience and food security projects. The projects discussed perpetuating ‘ike kūpuna — ancestral knowledge — and to support community-led stewardship. From traditional municipal bonds to newer, low-interest programs offered by private foundations focused on environmental justice, the conversation made clear that there are diverse tools available to build a healthier, more resilient future. But the most powerful moments came from the communities themselves. At the Keʻanae meeting, during a site visit to the dry Makapipi streambed, board member and Nāhiku resident Moses Bergau Jr. spoke of what’s been lost — not just water, but native species, gathering traditions and the ability to teach children cultural practices in their own backyards. He said residents were forced to leave when water resources literally dried up. His words emphasized the need to acknowledge the historic damage caused by water diversions. Another board member, Lurlyn Scott, said: “Our children never saw water in these streams, and in some places all these things have been lost, but now we do see water again. It gives us hope — for the ʻōʻopu, the hīhīwai, and for our traditions.” That hope is being woven into the foundation of the East Maui Water Authority’s watershed plan. The plan is being built on community voices and cultural knowledge. To help understand the area before the diversions, the Water Authority has contracted with Kepa Maly and Kumu Pono Associates, whose archives include oral histories from kūpuna born between 1910 and 1930. Their insights offer not only historical context, but spiritual and cultural guidance as well. During the meetings, kūpuna spoke of the need to pass down generational knowledge to keiki and called for education programs that treat East Maui’s lands and waters as living classrooms. There was strong support for community-based restoration work that provides jobs and strengthens well-being. Recognizing this, the Water Authority is planning a local baseyard and workforce in East Maui. Thanks to support from the Maui County Council — especially Councilmember Shane Sinenci — the upcoming County of Maui scal year budget includes funding for two watershed workers, marking the beginning of the Authority’s new watershed division.For those who couldn’t attend the community meetings, AKAKŪ Maui Community Media will air recordings of the gatherings. More information is available at the East Maui Water Authority’s website www.mauicounty.gov/2836/Department-of-the-East-Maui-Water-Authority and the community site wikiwai.org.
Page 8 Hānaside News Fall 2025On June 13, 2025, 911 was called when telephone poles located at the bottom of Kaʻelekū Place along the Hana Highway snapped and fell down–a smaller utility pole on the mauka (mountain) side of Hāna Highway toppled, and another large pole on the makai (ocean) side property broke apart and landed in their front yard. These downed poles resulted in a cable line down across the highway for several days, as well as the makai side property having a broken palm and entrance to their driveway being blocked for four and a half days. Both of the directly affected homeowners had previously contacted Hawaiian Telcom approximately a year prior to this occurrence, with concerns about leaning telephone poles being a potential hazard and requesting attention. It was reported by a Hawaiian Telecom highway utility worker that nine poles were affected at the same time on this day. Spectrum internet and Hawaiian Telcom phone issues directly related to this incident were relayed through the ʻcoconut wireless’ from Kaʻeleku to Keʻanae. Fortunately a brigade of workers–for installation and agging trafc–and their utility trucks, were able to coordinate actions to get repairs underway in the days following, and service was restored–by most reports within 3-4 days. The cut poles can still be seen left along the highway. Additionally, for one property owner, the telephone line remains draped less than 6ʻ off of the ground–a potential hazard that requires ʻducking’ if walking across that part of the land and doing yard maintenance. How do broken fences and damages to property get compensated? An incident report about this widespread occurrence was requested and at the time of the HSN press deadline, no details were provided yet from the Hawaiian Telcom communications team.There are certainly many layers of logistics for performing repairs on narrow and steep terrain in East Maui, and the local population is dependent on this infrastructure being properly maintained. East Maui residential customers are requesting a direct line to report damage and who to contact for remediation. Residents need timely responses to reported issues, to receive information about project area work schedules, and have an expectation that project completion includes leaving affected areas without debris for long periods of time. As a follow up to the letter writing campaign which ran in the summer issue of HSN, the Hāna Business Council Broadband Committee is recommending to the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) that customers be credited when utility services do not meet service requirements. This is an example of the type of incident that could automatically trigger account reimbursement for customers. To read more about this visit www.hanamaui.com/broadband/Multiple Downed Telcom Poles Cause DisruptionsBy Heidi Lea | Photos By Heidi Lea & Shannon McClure
Fall 202 5 Hānaside News Page 9The 2025 Levitt AMP Hāna Mele Series is in full swing, and what a season it’s been so far! From the smooth reggae of Marty Dread that launched the series to the rockabilly beats of Rowdy Love on July 4, Hāna Town has been alive with shoppers and vibrant mele every First and Third Friday of summer. Presented by Hāna Arts, this ten-concert series transforms familiar gathering places into dynamic venues for talented local and visiting musicians from Hawaiʻi and beyond. As the only Hawaiʻi recipient of this year’s national Levitt AMP grant, Hāna Arts is proud to host these FREE, ‘ohana-friendly concerts that celebrate mele, culture, and the beauty of East Maui. So far, the series has featured standout performances at the Hāna Farmers Market by Marty Dread, Desert Hollow, Pat Simmons Jr. Band, Rowdy Love, and Josh Kahula with Kanoa Kukaua, along with a special performance by Kuʻulei Music on the Gallery Lawn at Hāna-Maui Resort.But the music isn’t over yet. Here’s what’s still to come!During the Levitt AMP Hāna series only, First Fridays at the Hāna Farmers Market will run during the cooler sunset hours, from 4:00–7:00pm, while Third Fridays at the market are during normal hours from 2:30-5:30pm. Both include local vendors, crafts, concessions, cultural activities, and plenty of space to relax or dance! Mahalo to our partners: Hāna Farmers Market, Hāna-Maui Resort, the County of Maui Ofce of Economic Development, and KoKo Radio.For updates and event details, visit hanaarts.org/#music or follow @hanaartsmaui and @hanafarmersmarket on social media.The Levitt AMP Hāna Mele Series is supported in part by the Levitt Foundation, which helps communities turn public spaces into gathering places through the power of free, live music. Learn more at levitt.org.The 2025 Levitt AMP Hāna Mele Series is in Full SwingArticle & Photos By Hāna ArtsAUGUST 1 | 4:00–7:00 pm | Hāna Farmers MarketMarauak brings a fusion of Brazilian roots & island reggaeAUGUST 15 | 2:30–5:30 pm | Hāna Farmers MarketDrew Martin returns with his signature blend of folk & Hawaiian rockSEPTEMBER 5 | 4:00–7:00 pm | Hāna Farmers MarketKuf Knotz & Christine Elise bring a unique blend of hip hop, soul, & uplifting lyrics all the way from PhiladelphiaSEPTEMBER 19 | 5:00–8:00 pm | Hāna Bay Beach ParkDub Lounge International closes out the series with their unique blend of roots reggae, rock steady & dub rhythmsLEVITT AMP HANA MELE SERIES END OF SUMMER LINE UPFREELANCE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIST MEMORIAL BOOKS & SLIDE SHOWS VIDEO EDITINGBOOK PUBLISHING GRAPHIC DESIGN LAYOUTSADOBE CREATIVE SUITE SUPPORT ON TRAININGAI PROTOTYPE DESIGN OCR & PHOTO SCANNINGHOME, OFFICE & COMPUTER ORGANIZATIONMULTI SKILLED ASSISTANT & SO MUCH MORE...Have an idea and not sure where to start?— maybe I can help! PATIENT – FAST – FRIENDLY – FAIRCall Alana (808) 280-5630 SPECIALIZING IN APPLE SYSTEMS GOT TECH SUPPORT?HĀNA BASED – 30+ YEARS TECH EXPERIENCE
Page 10 Hānaside News Fall 2025OKO’A FARMS IS A FAMILY OWNED FARM IN KULA, HAWAIIWe’re passionate about cultivating a vibrant variety of produce you can count on, grown with love and care. Our mission is to bring you the freshest and healthiest fruits and vegetables while championing sustainable farming practices, because we believe in nourishing both you and the planet.E Komo Mai!OkoaFarms.comVISIT US AT:Kulamalu Shopping Center 30 Kupaoa St A #103Find Us OnlineOPEN EVERYDAY FROM 7AM-8PMOn March 28, 2025 Helene Hall opened its doors for a collection of broadway musical numbers, and hilarious skits written by the talented children of Hāna school. With over 150 people in attendance, fourteen students performed perfectly choreographed dances and delivered heartwarming scenes about trust, friendship, and being yourself. Then, a second night, on March 29 at the Hāna Hub pavilion, the troupe and audience was given an ʻopen air’ opportunity for all of the performers to be part of the cast.With a lifetime of engagement in theater Phyllis Castro, aka Miss Pickles, has been at the Hāna School providing energy into children’s theater in Hāna for over ten years now. The program is in a transformative phase, and although always amazed at the dedication and teamwork of the students, now with the integration of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi a new era is emerging. The after school program is always open to any child interested in theater. Most veteran actors had signed up even before the iers went out–showing up with a sparkle in their eye. A six year old walked in, and learned her lines in less than two weeks. Wrestlers who loved to dance, and kids that balanced tutoring and chores, all wanted to be a part of a Dr. Seuss play.The budget was whatever we could nd. Cardboard from the local stores, and donated paints were the supplies the children used to create the wonderful backdrops and colorful scenes. The costumes were found at thrift stores. And, many of them were sewn by the very students that wore them on stage.Watching these children rehearse week after week is truly inspiring. They helped each other practice lines, worked on character development, and learned how to collaborate with people from different backgrounds. These are all tools that will help them succeed in any career they choose in life. Since this performance, many more children want to become part of the after school program, and we can’t wait to see what the children come up with next. If you would like to support Miss Pickles and help get these actors ready for our next show, please contact phylliscastro@rocketmail.com.Hāna FarmsRETAIL STAND9am-5:30pm / Sun-Thurs9am-8pm / Fri & SatBAMBOO RESTAURANT10:30am-4:30pm / Sun-Thurs10:30am-8pm / Fri & SatSNACKS, GIFTS, FRUIT, PASTRIES, COFFEE & MORE...PIZZA NIGHT FRI & SATLive Music Every Friday 6-8pmPIZZA • SALAD • PASTRIES • CRAFTED SODAS & MORE...2910 HANA HIGHWAY IN HANAFARM STAND 808-248-7371RESTAURANT 808-248-4047Hilahila ʻAʻole (No Shame)Performing with Hāna DramaBy Phyllis Castro aka Miss Pickles | Photos By Hāna Drama
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 11On June 26-28 the Hāna Elites Wrestling Club competed at the Western States Nationals in Pocatello, Idaho. Three major wrestling styles were part of the tournament: Greco-Roman, Freestyle, and Folkstyle. Congratulations to all of Hāna’s young athletes. Naihe Akoi, owner and operator of the club’s gym, along with trainers Naihe Boy Akoi and Analu Mattos, plus all of the involved ʻohana, can rest assured that all of the hard work of the team in this year-round program has paid off!Results for Hāna competitors are in! Placements include:Kanaloa Lopez - 5th GrecoKāna’i Gumanas - 5th Greco, 5th Freestyle, 1st FolkstylePo’okela Kaiwi - 5th Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 3rd FolkstylePaisley Kahalehau - 4th Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 5th Folkstyle Kaihāwanawana Lind - 4th Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 6th FolkstyleKalena Lind - 5th Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 4th FolkstyleKaeo Akoi-Eleogram - 4th Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 3rd FolkstyleRaymond “Naihe Boy” Akoi Jr. - 1st Greco, 3rd Freestyle, 1st Folkstyle Kanaloa Chong-Kee - 4th Greco, 5th Freestyle, 5th FolkstyleHawai’i 12 under boys (incl. The Hāna Elites) took 1st in Turf WarsMahalo to all who have participated with dedication and contributions to support the wrestling program!ADVERTISEMENT OPTIONS WIDTH X HEIGHT 1X RATE 4X RATEFullPageBackCoverFullColor (9.25”x15.0”) $1,660 $1,481FullPageInteriorFullColor (9.25”x15.0”) $1,460 $1,2811/2PageFullColorHorizontal (9.25”x7.5”) $893 $7781/2PageFullColorVertical (4.5”x15.0”) $893 $778BannerLargeFullColor (9.25”x4.5”) $605 $504BannerSmallFullColor (9.25”x2.5”) $385 $3311/4PageFullColor (4.5”x7.25”) $440 $3691/6PageFullColor (4.5”x4.75”) $309 $264BusinessNoticeFullColor (4.5”x2.125”) $176 $154BusinessBlockFullColor (2.25”x2.125”) $92 $91Add-On:Website-CirculationLocationListingHyperlink $25 $20GraphicDesignFee(perhour) $45AdCorrectionFee(tocorrectCMYK/K100%,size,etc.) $45Hānaside News Rate SheetAdvertisewithusforEastsideexposurecapturingthenicheofHāna.Supportoneofthelastofitskind,ahometownprintedpublicationwhichdependsonadvertiserslikeyou.Mahaloforyoursupport!Call Adrienne Advertising Sales Manager (808) 280-1563 Or Email: ads@hanasidenews.comPlease feel free to reach out anyme with ideas for soluons, to share concerns, or for any maer that I may be able to assist you with. I am here to serve you and always love hearing from our community. 808-586-6790 @reppoepoe reppoepoe@capitol.hawaii.gov @reppoepoeMahina POEPOEREPRESENTATIVEEst 1910GENERAL STOREGROCERIES • HARDWARE • SUNDRIES • DRY GOODSPUPUS • ICE COLD BEER • FISHING SUPPLIES • PRODUCEHEALTH FOOD • ICE CREAM • NUTS & BOLTS TOO Shop online at hasegawastore.comTEL 808-248-8231 & 248-7079P.O. Box 68, Hana, Maui, Hawaii 96713STORE LOCATED AT 5165 HANA HIGHWAYTEL 808-248-8231 & 248-7079P.O. Box 68, Hana, Maui, Hawaii 96713STORE LOCATED AT 5165 HANA HIGHWAYHāna Elites Wrestling Club Results from Western State NationalsBy Gina Lind | Photo By MeiLing Akoi-Mattos
Page 12 Hānaside News Fall 2025This year’s Festivals of Aloha theme celebrates the “Year of Our Community Forests.” From ʻŌlelo Noʻeau #405 (Hawaiian Proverbs), “Hahai nō ka ua i ka ululāʻau.” (Rains always follow the forest. The rains are attracted to forest trees. Knowing this, Hawaiians hewed only the trees that were needed.)Festivals of Aloha is proud to present another week-long celebration in Hāna from October 18 to October 25, 2025. This series of events honors the rich cultural heritage, creative arts, and community spirit of East Maui. Locals and visitors alike are invited to participate in a variety of cultural activities throughout the week. A 71-year tradition stemming from Aloha Week, Festivals of Aloha is Maui Nui’s premiere Hawaiian cultural showcase with events throughout September and October on Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i, and Hāna. Signature events include various cultural celebrations that honor Hawaiian heritage and traditions.The ʻĀina x Kai Foods Cook-Off returns on Wednesday, October 22 running from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Hāna Ballpark. This annual celebration of local ingredients, highlights categories for ʻulu, maiʻa, pōhole, and poke. This year’s judging is people’s choice! Each contest will provide sample judging plates available for a $5 donation, while supplies last. Start planning your winning entry, and keep watch for more details.You can support and participate in all events by purchasing a Festival Ribbon for $5. Ribbons will be available at Hasegawa’s, Hāna Farmers Market, Hāna Ranch Store, the Hāna Gas Station, MEO Buses, Hāna Farms, and other locations; as well as at events during the week. Sponsorship, and food & craft vending opportunities are also available. Tickets for Hoʻike Night will be available at Hasegawa General Store and at the event. Join us in celebrating the peace and comfort that the Festivals of Aloha bring to our community. For more information, please visit Festivals of Aloha at www.festivalsofaloha.com, and for Hāna specic inquiries, please contact Festivals of Aloha Hāna via email hanafestofaloha@gmail.comFestivals of Aloha: A Week of Aloha in HānaCelebrating the Years of Leadership from Grand Marshall Bill SidesBy Kai Funes-Smith / Photos By Frances Kalaola (of 2024 FOA) & Heidi Lea (of Bill Sides)Hāna Festivals of Aloha 2025 Schedule of Events Theme: Hahai nō ka ua i ka ululāʻau “Rains always follow the forest”SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18TH - HĀNA BALLPARKHāna Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a:11:00 am - ClosingCrafters Fair: 10:00 am - 3:00 pmMusic: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmSUNDAY, OCTOBER 19TH - HĀNA BAYKeiki/Wahine Shoreline Fishing Tournament7:00 am - Noon Fish Weigh-inOhana Beach Day: ʻOhana Play Day Games12:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Hāna BayMONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2025 - HĀNA BALLPARKSports Night: 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Hāna BallparkKickball, Tennis, Volleyball and CornholeTUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025Teen Night: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Helene HallHosted by Hāna Dragons Football BoostersSports Night: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Hāna BallparkTennis, Volleyball and CornholeWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2025 - HĀNA BALLPARKʻĀina X Kai Foods Cook-off Contest | ‘Ulu, Mai’a, Pohole & PokeDish Drop Off: 5 - 5:30 p.m. & Dish Judging: 5:45 p.m. Winners Announced: 7 pm during Talent ShowHĀNA ARTS’ ANNUAL TALENT SHOWRegistration - 4:00 pm, Program - 5:00 pm Six Categories with more than $2,000.00 in Prize MoneyTHURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2025 - HĀNA BALLPARKKupuna Luncheon: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Floral Lei Contest: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmHawaiiana Night & Aloha Attire Contests: 5:00 pm - 9:00 pmFRIDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2025 - HĀNA BALLPARK Jamboree Night: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pmSATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2025Cross Country Golf 9:00 am - 1:00 pmHo’ike Night: Gates open at 4:00 pm at Hāna BallparkEntertainment: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm at Hāna Ballpark
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 13Kīpahulu ʻOhana is excited to share a NEW quarterly newsletter, including project developments, what we’ve been up to, and things to come! The rst issue came out on July 9. If you are interested in receiving this update please sign up to automatically receive the newsletter! Just enter your email at: http://eepurl.com/iIudScOpen Daily 7AM to 6PMPROPANE HOURSMon-Fri 8:00AM to 4:00PMSat-Sun 12PM to 3PMHāna Town Center1752 Mill Pl, Hāna, HI 96713808-248-7597Kīpahulu ʻOhana NEW Quarterly NewsletterBy Kīpahulu ʻOhanaFundraiser for Hāna Dialysis CenterHui Laulima O HānaBy Lehua CosmaHui Laulima O Hāna is hosting a fundraiser! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprot organization dedicated to providing dialysis treatment in a communal home setting for patients in the isolated and remote East Maui Hawaiian communities.For many years, patients in our community have faced signicant challenges accessing dialysis treatment, forced to travel four hours round trip on the winding Hāna Highway to reach the nearest facility. This journey takes a toll on their quality of life, leading some to forego treatment altogether. Through the generosity of donors, we have been able to provide a lifeline to over 15 patients, offering them a chance to receive treatment in a supportive and caring environment. Our Hāna Dialysis Home program is a pioneering model, approved by Medicare, the State of Hawaii, and the County of Maui, and has become a beacon of hope for isolated communities worldwide. At Hui Laulima O Hāna, we treat our patients like ohana (loved ones), providing them with the care and compassion they deserve. Our organization’s legacy was founded by Lehua Cosma, who spearheaded this effort in memory of her own mother, a dialysis patient. Her vision of “many hands working together” continues to inspire us to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. We invite the Hāna community to join us and help Hui Laulima O Hāna to continue to provide high-quality care to our patients and make a meaningful impact in our community. Together, we can ensure that everyone has access to the care they need, regardless of where they live. All proceeds will directly benet our Dialysis Home. We are seeking silent auction items, door prizes, bingo prizes, and monetary contributions. Every little help will get us to our goal. For more information email huilaulimaohana@gmail.com or call (808) 268-9540. We are located at the corner of Hāna Highway and Waikoloa Road (turn to the Hāna Landll). Mahalo from our Hui Board, Staff and Volunteers.HĀNA DIALYSIS FUNDRAISER! AUGUST RD | AM TO PM at the Hāna Dialysis Center MAHALO FOR YOUR KOKUAMAHALO FOR YOUR KOKUA
Page 14 Hānaside News Fall 2025The Valley Isle Road Runners (VIRR) are back again for the annual Hāna Relay which is set for September 13th, 2025. Last year in 2024, the race picked back up after having a pause since COVID in 2020, as our island and community recalibrated. This year again the race will have 75 teams with 6 runners in each team, in accordance with agreements with Hāna town, as well as with the Maui Police Department and the County permitting process. Since the race was founded in 1970, this year marks the 55th year since the race began. VIRR would like Hāna District residents to know about the run so you can plan for an increase in trafc that day. We encourage runners to go out into the community for food and refreshments after the race. The Maui Police Department will be present from Kahului to Hāna. Their main goal is to keep the runners safe as well as deal with trafc. Additionally, if there are folks who have hosted Hāna Relay participants in the past who might want to share options for accommodations, we would like to hear from you. Please feel free to call, email, or text Jon Emerson at virr@virr.com or call (808) 222-2484, with any questions, information about your team, or other services you would like to share. The ofcial nish line will be at the Hāna Ball Park. Each runner will receive a shirt at packet pickup. Finisher medals will be given out as each team crosses the nish line.The original founder of the Hāna Relay, the Valley Isle Road Runners is a membership organization supporting year-round running training and youth programs–including sponsoring Cross Country School Championships. To nd out more about the history of the Hāna Relay and other Maui VIRR sponsored runs visit: www.virr.com.A huge MAHALO to Hāna residents and area businesses who make this race possible, the Maui Police Department, Hāna Parks and Recreation, Maui County, and our vibrant running community.The 55th Annual Hāna RelayArticle & Photos By Valley Isle Road RunnersHana Relay Organizers: Jon Emerson, Arlene Emerson, Malia Crouse, Roger Crouse, and Gary Vares
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 15| GREENThe Hāna Chapter of the Hawai’i Farmers Union will be holding its Annual Meeting at the Hāna Hub Pavilion on Saturday, August 23 at 10:00 am. The meeting will include: a tour of the Hāna Hub property; update from MISC on little re ants (LFA) and other pests; a special guest speaker (TBA); and elections for Vice-President and Secretary. See www.hanafarmers.org for more information on the Hāna Chapter and its projects and activities. The 2025 Hawaii Farmers Union Convention will be held October 24–26 in Kailua-Kona, Hawai’i Island. See www.hfuu.org for more information.E Hui Nā Mahiʻai (Let Farmers Unite)By Hāna Chapter of HFUACROSS:3. Keiki Fest is under this canopy4. Whatiswonbyllingouttheactivitycards6. Education resources8. SomethingyoujumparoundinslidethroughDOWN:1 Hawaiian word for youth2. Howmanyyearsthisfestivalhasbeengoing3. Typeofentertainmentatthefestival5. Joyous7. HawaiianwordforfamilyHāna Youth FestivalCrosswordPuzzleAnswersfromPage6Scan QR code, call, text, or visit website to schedule your visit TTeexxtt(808) 463-1838www.infinityvet.netPricing and Informationttrreeaattiinngg aannyy aanniimmaall,, aannyywwhheerree--TTUUEESSDDAAYY SS aatt HHaannaa GGaarrddeennllaannddss-- AAvvaaiillaabbllee mmoosstt ddaayyss ttoo ccoommee ttoo tthhee ccoommffoorrtt ooff yyoouurr hhoommee (($$))-- EEmmeerrggeenncciieess bbaasseedd oonn aavvaaiillaabbiilliittyyIInnffiinniittyy VVeett Should we need to shift our printing to the mainland, temporarily or long-term, we are actively laying the groundwork to do so without sacricing the quality, regularity, or integrity of our publication.The sale of The Maui News property marks a turning point for Maui County’s local media. This is not the time to be passive observers. This is a call to action, for community leaders, readers, journalists, educators, and engaged citizens to recognize what’s at stake and act to perpetuate independent, local journalism.Whether it’s The Maui News, Hānaside News, or other smaller voices, reliable, printed news remains essential to the wellbeing and resilience of our island communities. The loss of our press is more than a logistical setback, it’s a cultural and civic shift, distancing us from the shared understanding and informed connection that help keep our communities grounded and engaged.Kaiser Permanente has expressed its commitment to community health and service in this new chapter. Ed Chan, Hawaii Market President for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan and Hospitals, emphasized:“This space for expansion supports our growing needs, as well as our commitment to delivering high-quality care to Valley Isle residents and is an investment to ensure we meet our Maui members’ health care needs for generations to come.”Dr. John Yang, President and Medical Director of Hawaii Permanente Medical Group, also acknowledged the moment’s signicance:“We recognize and honor The Maui News’ 125-year history of providing news and information to Maui residents, and we’re thankful that this move will allow both our organizations to continue serving the Maui community for years to come.”Still, amid necessary progress in one sector, let us not lose another. Our community cannot afford to let its printed voice go silent. We at Hānaside News remain steadfast in our mission, to serve, inform, and connect, and we mahalo each of you for standing with us as we navigate this uncertain but hopeful road ahead. And if there is a business or organization out there who has interest in keeping The Maui News’ press in operation on Maui, please reach out to us at info@hanasidenews.com. The Future of Local Print Media At a CrossroadsContinued from Page 3VE-1027
Page 16 Hānaside News Fall 2025Opala (Trash) Update from the Hāna LandfillBy Martha Yacht | Photos By Heidi LeaIn August of 1995, in an article The Maui News printed, it called our Hāna landll“The Hāna Landll Garden”, because it was so vigilantly maintained and beautied with plumerias, hibiscus, Birds-of-Paradise, and rock walls. It is still beautiful to this day. I regard it as a wahi pana (a place of note), and want to protect its limited space; Reuse, Recycle, Reduce.While we have recycling containers for some items, a lot of what we throw away must wind up in the landll because there isn’t any other choice. We can recycle paper bags and corrugated cardboard and food boxes. We can throw large plastic bottles, like milk, bleach, vinegar bottles, and other recyclable plastics into the plastic bin (types 1 & 2). We can throw various sized glass jars and bottles in the glass bin. What we must throw into the landll are lots of plastics (bags, bottle caps, broken toys and buckets), PVC, Styrofoam, disposable eating utensils, and disposable diapers.Aerosol cans, window glass, and all kinds of light bulbs are also bulldozed into smithereens.Here are suggestions to help reduce what ends up in Hāna Landll:REDUCE: • Bring reusable bags to the stores.• Buy less - be mindful of consumption habits.• Ask food vendors to keep unwanted napkins, forks, ketchup, etc. • Encourage food vendors to replace plastic containers with biodegradable ones.• Compost food scraps.REUSE:• Repurpose glass jars or plastic containers for other uses.• Donate items rather than discarding.• Repair items vs. putting in trash.RECYCLE:• On metal recycling days, bring electronics and household batteries.• Bring used oil to the disposal receptacles.• To discard paint, allow it to dry-up in the can, or pour it into kitty litter or an old mattress so it can be absorbed.As for shiny magazines and newspapers and old books, there are no remedies, yet.Imua Hāna Landll Garden!ITEMS ACCEPTED:Appliances • Refrigerators Freezers • AC Units • Water Coolers Washers • Dryers • StovesAuto Batteries • TiresPropane Tanks • Scrap MetalsSMALL MACHINES MUST BE FULLY DRAINED (GASOLINE, ETC)FOLLOWING EVENTS: Dec 5&6, 2025 - Electronics acceptedMarch 6&7, 2026 - No electronicsJune 5&6, 2026 - Electronics acceptedAcross from the Hana Landll on Waikoloa Road Hana Metals RECYCLING EVENT SEPT 5 & 6, 2025FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT METALS DROP-OFFS Contact: Hammerhead Metals at 280-8844 FOR INFORMATION REGARDING ELECTRONICS RECYCLINGContact: E-Cycling Maui Hotline at 280-6460FOR INFO ABOUT THIS EVENT & FOR VEHICLE DISPOSAL INFOContact: County Abandoned Vehicles & Metals Oce at 270-6102 TO REPORT AN ABANDONED VEHICLE Contact: The MPD Non-Emergency line at 244-6400/Option 0To begin the Police Report8:00AM - 2:30PM
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 17East Maui Council Allocations in FY26 BudgetBy Heidi LeaA new page has been added to the HānaMaui.com website with information for those interested in becoming a ham radio operator, or joining in the Hoʻomakaukau Maui Hikina – East Maui Ready (EMR) – Nā Ham o Hāna Amateur Radio Club monthly net. This net control session runs for 1/2 hr with our monthly EMR meeting via zoom beginning at 5pm. This is a controlled net and which meets on the last Wednesday of each month at 4:30 pm through the KH6CHM / Hāna Airport repeater, at frequency 442.300 MHz, PL tone of 110.9; and is for the purpose of sharing events and items of interest to amateur radio operators in the MARC, and beyond. Information about getting a ham radio license and about both the Maui Amateur Radio Club (MARC) and Hawaiiʻi Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) is also listed. To nd out more visit www.hanamaui.com under the ʻRoad and Safety Info’ dropdown under ʻHoʻomakaukau Maui Hikina - East Maui Ready’. In June, a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training was coordinated for a week, consisting of the leadership of Cherish Adams, CERT Coordinator under the Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), and other MEMA and island emergency responders including an ARES team helping with communication simulations led by Bill Heyde. A strong component of the training was the involvement of Teen CERT, with trainees participating who had gone through training taught by Nancy Ooki at the University of Hawaii Maui College and the PONO (Preparing Our Neighbors & ʻOhana) program. The CERT training provides a completion certicate to the participant, verifying that basic emergency response benchmarks have been achieved. This is a certication that has to be renewed every two years, similar to First Aid and CPR training. Now East Maui will have a few currently certied CERT volunteers in our population, but through EMR working with MEMA we will be launching broader community outreach.On May 8, 2025 Hawaiian Electric activated a new system that will allow customers to report outages more quickly and easily through an automated system anytime without waiting to speak to an agent. To benet from this new reporting system, customers are encouraged to ensure that their phone number on their account is current. This can be done via their online account or by calling the Hawaiian Electric customer service call center on their island. NOTE: Please do not call the outage reporting toll-free number to update your account information, this will need to be done online or by calling the call center. Hawaiian Electric Customer Service Call Centers:Maui (808) 871-9777 or Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi (808) 871-8461This information has been updated on www.hanamaui.com under the ʻRoad and Safety Info’ dropdown on the ʻEmergency Resources’ page with a linked downloadable document containing a list of district information numbers and communication sites.Stay connected with emergency preparedness information by attending the month EMR meetings. The link to the Zoom meeting is on the website page noted above, and beginning on August 27, 2025 EMR attendees can also join the meeting by either zoom or in person at the Hāna Hub Pavilion located next to the Hāna Airport.Ham Radio Training and Hoʻomakaukau Maui Hikina Hoʻolaha (EMR Announcements)By Heidi Lea, WH6GXOThe FY26 County of Maui Budget has passed, with many East Maui projects included within various departmental revenue streams including proviso funding through our East Maui Council Ofce under section (iii) East Maui Economic Development, Environmental, and Cultural Programs. This list is generated with engagement by our community nonprots and businesses with our County Government departments and Council ofce. Grants must be written by the allocated organization or business to have these funds executed for their project or program areas, with the residency area Council Member, in this case Councilmember Shane Sinenci, being consulted before any changes or requests for use of these funds.Up to $30,000 Hāna Arts - Cultural & Arts Programs Up to $20,000 Festivals of Aloha, lnc. - Hāna Events. Up to $10,000 Hāna Business Council, lnc. Up to $15,000 Hāna Canoe club. Up to $10,000 National Tropical Botanical Garden - Kahanu. Up to $10,000 Kīpahulu ʻOhana, lnc. Up to $20,000 Ma Ka Hana Ka ‘lke Bldg. Prgrm. at Mahele Farm Up to $20 000 Nā Moku ʻAupuni ʻo Ko’olau Hui. Up to $15,000 Hōlani Hāna lnc. For Laulima Hāna Akule Hui. Up to $15,000 East Maui Taro Festival, lnc. Up to $10 000 Creative Design Signs, LLC. Up to $15,000 Ke Ao Hāli’i.
Page 18 Hānaside News Fall 2025MOKULELE AIRLINESProudly serving Hāna with two daily flights to KahuluiMokuleleAirlines.com1-866-260-7070Waynders observe their natural surroundings and read environmental cues – such as the sun, stars, and wind – to help them navigate across vast stretches of ocean. According to David Seidman, “Clouds are the harbingers of weather. Their shape, height, color and sequence foretell coming events.” Therefore, an understanding of cloud formation is another way that navigators anticipate the weather and learn how to pull up an island from the sea. This downloadable poster is a helpful reference for learning about the different types of tropical clouds by their Hawaiian names as well as traditional scientic terms.Kūkulu ka ʻike i ka ʻōpua: Knowledge is set up in the clouds CLOUDS WITH VERTICAL DEVELOPMENT Anvil top 23,000 ft 6,500 fftCirrostratus Cirrocumulus (Mackerel sky) Halo around sun Cirrus 7,000 m Altostratus Altocumulus(Sun dimly visible) CumulonimbusNimbostratus Stratus Stratocumulus Cumulus 2,000 m Steady precipitation Showery precipitation Lightning Hawaiian Cloud ChartMIDDLE CLOUDSHIGH CLOUDSLOW CLOUDSClouds are named according to their elevations Hawaiian Cloud ChartKūkulu ka ʻike i ka ʻōpua: Knowledge is set up in the clouds Similar to other indigenous peoples, Native Hawaiians passed down generations of knowledge through song, dance, and storytelling. ʻŌleo noʻeau are proverbs or wise sayings that capture the wisdom of the Hawaiian worldview. A complementary list of ‘ōlelo noʻeau referring to clouds is also available for download on the Waʻa Honua website in the earth sciences section of the media library. For more information visit: www.waahonua.com Provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), University of Hawaiʻi School of Ocean and Earth Science Technology, and the Department of Atmospheric Sciences at UH Mānoa; downloadable on the Waʻa Honua website.
Fall 2025 Hānaside News Page 19Public Comment Period Open Through August 7for the Waikakoi and South Wailua Bridge Replacement ProjectsThe County of Maui Department of Public Works has posted the Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Waikakoi and South Wailua Bridge Replacement Projects. The mandatory 30 day public comment period ends on August 7, 2025. The EA is linked in the State of Hawaiʻi Ofce of Planning and Sustainable Development, July 8, 2025, The Environmental Notice bulletin. Comments can be sent to dpwbridges@hdrinc.com. By Dale BasgallRETAINING A GOOD MECHANICAll residents living on the East Maui Hāna side area know how vulnerable we are as a community to mechanical or electrical failures, issues that can be beyond simply going to YouTube. And even when watching exactly how someone else does it, often equipment failure requires nding or getting referred to someone with proper capabilities to get equipment back up and running. A good mechanic is a person with the necessary tools to perform your work, who keeps the scheduled appointment dates, and shares clear expectations for the person requiring service before work is being done. Almost all people living in the Hāna area have experienced “Hāna time” (the East Maui equivalent to “Maui time”), which sets them apart from the expectations and possible entitlement that some people bring with them as visitors. Skill and knowledge is key for a mechanic to pinpoint the cause of a failure. They also rely on communication of symptoms of the issue you are experiencing.Some repairs require a deeper look into information from the manufacturer data plate showing the manufacturing date, model number, and serial number. If the cause is not immediately understood, then additional information will be researched to accurately diagnose an issue. If a mechanic has no prior experience with the type of equipment needed for the repair or knows nothing about the steps involved, then they should have a willingness to research more to get an idea of how to do the required work or to refer you to a specialist. A good mechanic would provide an estimate based on time and costs of parts with a recommendation if the repair is worth the work. After considering all of this, the customer should provide approval to begin the work before parts are purchased or work is performed. Any cost increases after that point should be immediately communicated to the customer for approval. The job is considered complete only when thorough testing of the work has proven successful. The mechanic should keep a detailed sequence of the work performed, based on their notes or pictures that were taken as the work progressed. All parts replaced during the work performed should be saved until the customer reviews the invoice and is satised. For those who are mechanic enthusiasts and want to connect, email mechanics@hanagreenenergy.comHāna Business Council Selected For KahuaGrants InitiativeBy Heidi LeaAs the Hāna Business Council (HBC) steps through expanding program areas, the East Maui nonprot is excited to be a part of the newly launched Maui United Way’s Kahua Grants Initiative. Working alongside MUW is SR Partners–a Maui-based company dedicated to empowering changemakers and growing capacity within public, private, and nonprot organizations, offering a comprehensive suite of services and expertise in community engagement, grants strategy and support, navigating processes, and government relations. Beginning in August of 2025, Kahua participants will gain capacity-building support working to strengthen the organizational foundation of participating groups. The program offers funding, technical assistance, and peer learning opportunities to help nonprots expand their impact and build long-term sustainability in service to the community. Along with the HBC, the rst cohort includes: Boys & Girls Club Maui, Catholic Charities Maui, Grow Some Good, Habitat for Humanity Maui, Hoʻōla iā Mauiakama, Kākoʻo Maui, Laʻakea Village, Maui Historical Society, Our Kūpuna, Pacic Birth Collective, Pacic Cancer Foundation, Piha Wellness & Healing, Roots Reborn, and What Makes You Feel Beautiful.810 Kokomo Road, Haiku 808-575-5320M-F 11-7:30 / SAT 12-7:00 Sunday Closed VEG-OUT.COM(808)557-5882FEDERAL & HAWAI’I STATE TAX PREPARATION & FILING Personal, Sole Proprietor, Partnership & Pass-through LLC Income Tax ANNOUNCEMENTAdvertising makes this newspaper possible. Let us support your business by supporting ours!connecting our communitiesCALL ADRIENNE Advertising Sales Manager (808) 280-1563or EMAIL ads@hanasidenews.com