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The Conversation: Senator on toxic waste beneath Kakaʻako Makai; iHula explores true meaning of dance

By Catherine Cruz,
Dave Lawrence, Stephanie Han
Published February 13, 2023 at 4:34 PM HST
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A concept drawing of the Office of Hawaiian Affairs' proposed "Lei of the Land Promenade" in Kakaʻako Makai, or Hakuone.
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  • Hawaii Association of the Blind member Vickie Kennedy shares how her organization is preparing for its upcoming annual convention | Full Story
  • Writer Ryan Okinaka discusses the genesis of his play about four women trying to overcome their fears, pride, and insecurities to discover the true meaning of dance entitled iHula | Full Story
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Catherine Cruz
Catherine Cruz is the host of The Conversation. Originally from Guam, she spent more than 30 years at KITV, covering beats from government to education. Contact her at ccruz@hawaiipublicradio.org.
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Dave Lawrence
Dave Lawrence is the local host of All Things Considered, Road Stories (formerly Off the Road), and Stargazer.
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Stephanie Han
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