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The Sour Poi Awards
Celebrating the best of the worst of 2006—follies, foibles and bizarre moments.
How is the Mayor Doing?
It’s been two years since Mufi Hannemann took over Honolulu Hale. Is the city any better off today?
“Mom”
An excerpt from former Gov. Ben Cayetano’s upcoming autobiography, Ben, A Memoir, from Street Kid to Governor.
The Last Plantation
The shutdown of one of Hawai‘i’s few remaining pineapple plantations leaves 600 workers without jobs and possibly 200 without homes.
Behind the Paint
Graffiti is everywhere. We talked to the people who write it, to find out how and why they do it. Think you already know who spray-paints walls? Think again.
The Unretired
Rocking chairs and gold watches are the stuff of yesterday’s retirees. Today, the rules are different.
Where I’m From
Knowing a person’s hometown tells you more than just where they were raised.
Who Owns the Duke?
The battle for the trademark to Duke Kahanamoku’s name has been far less dignified than the man himself.
Saving the Island of Kaho‘olawe
Kaho‘olawe doesn’t make the news so much anymore. But a lot is going on there—and you can be part of it.
9 Most Endangered Historic Sites in Hawai‘i
The buildings, estates and towns most in need of saving in 2006.
Healthy Bones, Healthy Bodies
A Honolulu-based doctor shares her tips for keeping bones strong—whether you’re 30 or 90.
Tough Jobs [Somebody's Got To Do It]
The first challenge in compiling a list of tough jobs is defining what makes a job tough—and that, it turns out, is highly subjective.
9 Ways to Save the Democratic Party
How can Hawai‘i’s majority pick itself up after falling so far?
Akaka vs. Case: The Political Showdown of the Year
The outcome of this race will say more about Hawai‘i than about either of the candidates.
Best Places to Live
Whether you're enjoying retirement or saving for your kids' college tuition, loving life in the fast lane or trying to slow down, we've got the neighborhood for you.
Full Tanks and Empty Reefs
Can Hawai‘i balance the demands of aquarium lovers with the need for conservation?
The Things They Carried
Take a revealing look into the handbags—and lives—of strangers. What’s in your bag?
Beautiful Imperfection
When you’re building a $6 million dream home overlooking Kaneohe Bay, it is possible to make things too perfect. These homeowners avoided an overwhelming mansion by roughing things up alittle.
Dammed for All Time?
?Small farms and rural lifestyles hang in the balance as Kaua‘i scrutinizes its aging dams.
Topping out on the Big Island
Can one father, one son and one SUV conquer two mountains—Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa—in a single day?
Nowhere Else to Go
How the state is using its detention home as a warehouse for mentally ill kids.