The wildfire that devastated Lahaina wiped out many vestiges of the town’s past. Conservators are racing to recover what they can.
Tag: Native Hawaiians
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After the Fires, Native Hawaiians Find Strength in Spirituality
On an island where Christianity and Buddhism are also prominent, many are finding strength in traditional Hawaiian spirituality and culture.
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Lahaina Fire Prompts a Shift in Maui’s Long-Running Water Fights
After a fight over water on the day of the Lahaina fire, the governor says the state has “tipped too far” in trying to preserve water.
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Searching for Normalcy After Maui’s Wildfire Horror
As the search effort continues more than a week after the disaster, Maui’s residents try to balance helping friends and families with the tourism work needed to support themselves.
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After Maui Fires, Locals Fear Being Shut Out of Recovery
Hawaii has long endured battles for resources among developers, tourists, Natives and workers. Now, many who lost homes and jobs wonder if there will be a place for them in Lahaina.