Kirstin Downey is a special correspondent for Honolulu Civil Beat and USA TODAY, focusing on local news in Hawaii, particularly in the Honolulu area. With a keen interest in reporting on natural disasters, historic preservation, and the impact on local businesses and communities, Kirstin's articles provide in-depth coverage of the issues affecting the region.
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Kirstin Downey's reporting primarily focuses on local issues in Hawaii, particularly around Lahaina and Maui. She has a strong emphasis on expert commentary and profile features, with themes centering around politics, travel & tourism, culture & society.
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Lahaina and Honolulu became bustling centers of a burgeoning industry that took whaling crews throughout the Pacific.
By: Kirstin Downey
In 1860, the State Department became so concerned about the behavior of the men who had been sent to represent the U.S. in the Kingdom of Hawaii it ordered a secret investigation.
By: Kirstin Downey
Irene Cowles was seeking the excitement of travel and opportunity in the film and photography business that was emerging in the late 1800s.
By: Kirstin Downey
Hawaii became home to many veterans of the war between the North and the South. The islands' close ties to New England put Hawaii on the side of the Union.
By: Kirstin Downey
Hawaii was a hot spot for what's come to be known as medical tourism, even back in 1800s.
By: Kirstin Downey
A legislative proposal would allow nonprofit groups to take over abandoned cemeteries, including Pearl City's infamous 100-year-old Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.
By: Kirstin Downey
A classic kamaaina beachside home is falling into decay, and Kailua residents are organizing to try to preserve it
By: Kirstin Downey
Legislation to slash arts spending could even end the Kamehameha Day parades.
By: Kirstin Downey
The island's new historic preservation commission takes on a 'gargantuan' and controversial task.
By: Kirstin Downey
Rick Blangiardi was one of about 50 mayors to descend on Washington, D.C., this week.
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