Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Should Use Artificial Intelligence To Improve Fire Forecasts, Researchers Say
The ability to provide enhanced risk assessments now exists, but it needs help getting off the ground.
Courtesy: DLNR DAR
Lab-Grown Corals Help Restore Damaged Reef In Hanauma Bay
The project demonstrated how it may be possible to restore larger areas much more quickly than would happen naturally.
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Grief In Stages: Fire Survivors Find Comfort In Mauiʻs Unique Ways
Unconventional approaches to addressing trauma offer pathways to recovery.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Teaching Kids To Read In Hawaii Is Going Back To Basics
But some think Hawaii can be doing more to improve literacy at a young age.
Ku'u Kauanoe/Civil Beat/2023
Could A Community Land Trust Give Locals More Control Of Lahaina?
Concerns over the potential loss of land in the town began almost immediately.
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Denby Fawcett: The River Of Life’s Meal Program Has Gone Mobile
Once blamed for attracting homeless people to Chinatown, the Christian mission has greatly expanded its reach with a new concept.
Catherine Toth Fox/Civil Beat/2023
A Trailhead Shuttle May Be The Answer To Lanikai’s Parking Problems
The idea is being considered as part of efforts to better manage access for popular tourist destinations on Oahu.
Maui County/2023
Fixer-Uppers Could Be A Solution To Maui’s Housing Crunch
Providing financial support to landlords who need to do repairs could be a quick way to create more housing, advocates say.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
The Fire Next Time
Preventing another Lahaina will take a coordinated effort.
Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2023
Could Storage Pods Be The Answer To Food Shortages During Disasters?
Food caches can buy time for agencies to bring in additional resources.