State of County on Path of Improvement - Mayor Alan Arakawa's State of the County address last Friday was historic. On two fronts. He had words of caution - then hope - then dreams. We have the story this week.

Senate Bags Ban - The Hawai'i Senate gutted a bill that would have banned the collection of reef fish to be shipped off the aquarium hobbyists around the world.

Thinking Pink - The pink-clad ladies of Mana'olana were "lovin' it" Saturday when a shiny new outrigger canoe was blessed and donated to their hui by McDonalds of Hawai'i. Now they begin training for another "Paddle for Life" Maui tour around Lana'i in October. You're welcome to join them.

Great Whale Count - It may seem unscientific, but it's been working since 1988. The 2011 Great Whale Count tallied more than 1,600 whales last Saturday.

Also this week on Maui TV News:

Loving the Tough Job - This year the Peace Corps celebrates 50 years of existence. We spoke with a Kihei veteran of service to others in faraway Africa.

MORE Elton John - For the nearly 10,000 who got to see Elton John live at the MACC last week, we have even more of the historic concert footage to remind you of that magical experience. And for the 100.000 who couldn't make it - we've got Elton John up close and personal.

In Sports, Saint Anthonys boys did the Maui Interscholastic League proud this week, taking third at state.

In Curtain Call, Paul Janes-Brown introduces us to Pocket Opera, another "San Francisco treat."

In Coming Attractions, Meet the mayor, fund the feeders, sail for hope and much more in the coming weeks.

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