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Denby Fawcett
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Denby Fawcett: Aloha Tower Has Lived Many Lives In Its 100 Years
As this Honolulu landmark turns 100, what is ahead after decades of failed development efforts?
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026
Denby Fawcett: Can Oʻahu Spend Millions On Pandas And Also Upgrade The Zoo?
Giant pandas could be a big draw for the Honolulu Zoo. But would they distract from the mission of protecting species endemic to Hawaiʻi?
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Denby Fawcett: Why Engaging With Art Bolsters Your Brain
A Honolulu Museum of Art exhibit explores how regular encounters with art — creating it or experiencing it — can stave off the ravages of aging.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2026
Denby Fawcett: No Pidgin Allowed In Hawaiʻi’s Once-Elite Public Schools
A new book explores the decades-long educational system that separated students based on how well they could speak English.
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Denby Fawcett: Understanding ‘The Odyssey’ In Territorial Hawaiʻi
There were many similarities between ancient Greek and traditional Hawaiian cultures. In the 1950s, educators weren’t thinking that way.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2026
Denby Fawcett: This Major National Arts Foundation Is Expanding To Honolulu
A New York nonprofit is spending millions in Hawaiʻi to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to the arts and sciences.
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Denby Fawcett: When A Shark Comes To Your Neighborhood
Shark bites are uncommon on Oʻahu, despite it having the state’s largest population.
Denby Fawcett/Civil Beat/2026
Denby Fawcett: Governor Plans To Fix Bill That Threatened Park Programs
A lawmaker’s amendment flew under the radar but put community programs at risk.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2025
Denby Fawcett: Lei Makers Are Struggling To Keep Up With Demand This May Day
Recent storms and other economic issues have taken their toll on Hawaiʻi’s flower vendors.