The recent impacts of Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Lala are a reminder that hurricane season can change quickly and that being prepared matters. Communities across Hawaiʻi felt the effects of Hurricane Lowell, with particularly significant impacts on our...
At a recent gathering marking the 80th anniversary of the 1946 Hawaiʻi Sugar Strike, Governor Waiheʻe reminded us of a part of that history that does not always receive enough attention. The strike involved 26,000 workers at 33 of Hawaiʻi’s 34 sugar plantations. For...
Every week, as I knock on doors across Wahiawā, Whitmore Village, Waialua, and Mokulēʻia, I hear many of the same concerns. Families wonder whether they will ever be able to afford a home. Parents worry about rising grocery bills, childcare, and healthcare costs....
I’m pleased to share the latest updates on major projects across the North Shore, recent action at the City Council, and community milestones. Update on the Office of Economic RevitalizationWhile I’m proud of the investments secured for the North Shore in the Fiscal...
As summer begins, I would like to share updates on projects across the North Shore, highlight community concerns that have been addressed, and recognize outstanding organizations and individuals making a difference in District 2. Investing in the North ShoreThe...
As Hawaiʻi enters another hurricane season that forecasters expect could be particularly active, many residents are stocking up on emergency supplies, reviewing evacuation plans, and paying closer attention to weather forecasts. Those are all important steps. But...
