July 2002

Cover Story
Can Locals Compete? Even after a year defined by offshore acquisitions, Hawaii-based contractors refuse to back down. Ronna Bolante
Contract Dispute The economic downturn fuels Hawaii contractors' longtime call for stricter regulation on federal projects. Ronna Bolante

Features
Seeing Green As lush as ever, the Garden Isle of Kauai is enjoying signs of economic recovery. Jacy L. Youn
Getting on the Ball In an arena where other sports franchises have failed, the Hawaiian Islanders push forward with a new kind of game plan. Ronna Bolante
Senior Solution Care-home owners provide services that mirror traditional nursing homes - but for a fraction of the price. Tom Chapman
Equal Opportunities A community program combats stereotypes by putting mentally ill people to work. Cathy S. Cruz
Ergonomics Walter Chun, principal, OSHCON Inc. Kelli Abe Trifonovitch
Stepping Up The Shoe Doctor offers tips on buying the right footwear. Ronna Bolante
Field and Revenue Stream The new Central Oahu Regional Park gives the island a much-needed economic kick. David K. Choo
Lean Lending A sluggish economy prompts a slowdown in SBA-backed loans. Jacy L. Youn
Home Again Remember Honolulu Mortgage? It's baaack...well, sort of. Kelli Abe Trifonovich

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