Changes to Pana‘ewa complex miff equestrians

Nearly all of the trees visible in this shot are being considered for removal. (Photos by Mike Brestovansky/Tribune-Herald)

One of the older stables to which occupants of the soon-to-be-demolished stables were moved.

This row of stables is slated for demolition, to be replaced with handicap-accessible parking spaces.

Left to right, Christie Brookman, with her horse Sundance; Shannan Austin; and Margie Cooper, with her horse Rio. All three women are opposed to planned renovations at Panaewa Equestrian Center. (Photos by Mike Brestovansky/Tribune-Herald)

HILO — Extensive accessibility renovations are scheduled for the Panaewa Recreational Complex this year, but several users of the attached Panaewa Equestrian Center are pushing back against some of the proposed changes.

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