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Changes in Postage Rates for 2025

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The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced revised rates for a number of mailing services as effective July 13, 2025. Your daily or company activities may be impacted by these updated prices, regardless of whether you’re sending letters, postcards, or international mail.

Here is a brief overview of the modifications:

One ounce of letters
Price change: from $0.73 to $0.78

One ounce of metered letters
Price change: from $0.69 to $0.74

The price of domestic postcards has increased from $0.56 to $0.61.

The price of international postcards has increased from $1.65 to $1.70.

Letters from abroad (1 oz.)
Price change: from $1.65 to $1.70

The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit Is About to End

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On December 31, 2025, the 30% federal tax credit for home solar and battery storage systems, such as Tesla Solar and Powerwall, will end.

Now is the moment to take action if you’re thinking about switching to solar power. If you qualify, installing your system ahead of schedule might drastically lower your out-of-pocket expenses.

Get started by getting in touch with a Tesla Certified Installer right now to optimize your savings and reserve your space before the credit expires.

Happy 4th!

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Wishing everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July!

Fourth of July Weekend

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Maui + Lāna‘i: Enjoy the Fourth of July Weekend

Are you trying to find plans for Independence Day? Here is a list of some events taking place this July 4th weekend on Maui and Lāna‘i that include live music, fireworks, and family fun:

July 4th, Friday:

OUTRIGGER Flowerworks Kā’anapali | 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Kā‘anapali Beach Resort (2525 Kā‘anapali Pkwy, Lahaina) offers a fun-filled celebration day.

July 4th @ Four Seasons Lāna‘i | 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Enjoy the festivities at Manele Bay (1 Manele Bay Road, Lāna‘i City) throughout the day.

Free Fourth of July Concert by Jazz Maui | 6–8 p.m.
Whalers Village (2435 Kā‘anapali Pkwy, Lahaina) hosts live jazz.

July 5th, Saturday:

Paniolo Day & Rodeo Performance #1 at Makawao Stampede, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Upcountry keiki fun and rodeo action (523 Olinda Rd, Makawao)

Kīhei’s The Roundabouts LIVE | 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Mulligans on the Blue (100 Kaukahi St, Kīhei) has a local music feel.

Second HLU Meeting on Bill 9 Set for June 18th.

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The Housing and Land Use (HLU) Committee will hold its second meeting to discuss Bill 9 this Wednesday, June 18 at 9:00 AM HST. The meeting will take place in the Council Chamber at the Kalana O Maui Building, 8th Floor, 200 South High Street, Wailuku, Hawai‘i.

The agenda and livestream link are available here.

Given the number of pending testimonies, a third meeting is likely. We’ll share updates as more information becomes available.