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Struggling small businesses driven by the spirit of aloha

Lahaina's small businesses struggle to get on their feet again after the Aug. 8 wildfires. Even if they had other locations they are struggling, because visitor numbers dropped. Many hope, but do not know if they will one day return to Lahaina.

By Craig T. Kojima

Oct. 29, 2023

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Harley Smith, right, taking orders at Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice in Wailuku.
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Breanne, left, and Rick Conley, were getting a treat with their daughter, Addyson.
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Harley Smith, left, with Evie Dela Cruz, pouring different flavors of syrup at Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice in Wailuku.
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Evie Dela Cruz, quickly shapes and smooths a cup of shaved ice.
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Evie Dela Cruz, shaping and smoothing a cup of shaved ice. At left is Harley Smith.
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A satisfied customer, Joybelle Agustin, with her shave ice at Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice in Wailuku.

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