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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2024
The Maui Wildfires Were Massive. These Numbers Help Us Comprehend Them
It’s been one year since four fires devastated the Valley Isle.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
As We Come Together A Year After The Maui Tragedy, It’s OK To Not Be OK
While anniversaries can help move us forward, they can also mark a moment of reflection about how much farther we must go.