Maui Spent $113,895 in Response to February Tsunami Threat

The County of Maui spent an estimated $113,895 in costs related to the tsunami warning issued on February 27, 2010. Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares said,”When we’re faced with the imminent threat of a natural disaster, we take immediate steps to protect the public’s safety.” “In situations like these, one life lost is one life too many and despite the costs we incurred, I’m grateful that we escaped unharmed,” said Tavares. The costs were primarily being attributed...

Police Review Surveillance Video in Ongoing Arson Investigation

By Wendy Osher The Maui Police Department continues an investigation into a suspicious fire reported Saturday, March 6, 2010 in Kapalua. Authorities have classified the incident as an Arson and are investigating possible evidence leading to an alleged...

High Winds Down Power Pole Upcountry

Crews from Maui Electric Company completed work late Wednesday night to repair a fallen power pole that came down during strong winds. At 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, motorists were able to access Olinda Road up to the 600 block; but other addresses were being...

Maui Arts and Cultural Center Awarded $250,000 CIP Grant

A $250,000 capital improvement grant was released to the Maui Arts and Cultural Center (MACC) to help fund the construction of an event pavilion and new roof. The funds were released by today by Governor Linda Lingle and approved by state lawmakers...

Former Editor of Maui Island Guide named Acting Director of Commerce Department

The former editor for the Maui Island Guide magazine, Ron Boyer, was named Acting Director of the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA). Governor Linda Lingle also named Rod Maile as the deputy director of the department. Boyer will replace...

Wind Advisory Extended for Maui County

March 10, 2010 – 4:00 p.m. The National Weather Service in Honolulu has EXTENDED the WIND ADVISORY for MAUI COUNTY and is now in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday. File photo MauiNOW.com A Wind Advisory means that winds of 30 mph are expected. Trade...

Who’s next as UH hoops coach?

By Fred Guzman MauiNow.com With Bob Nash officially out after three unsuccessful seasons, the big question now is: Who will succeed him as coach of the University of Hawaii basketball team? Inevitably, folks haven’t wasted any time in compiling obligatory...

Funding Considered for Kahikinui Watershed Protection and Haleakala Koa Forest Restoration

By Wendy Osher The state will consider the expenditure of more than $1 million in federal funds for six landowner incentive program projects across Hawaii. Nearly half of the funding would go to Tri-Isle Resource Conservation & Development Inc....

Hawaiian Caucus Honors Ali’i Nui William Roback Jr.

The Hawaii State legislature will honor Maui’s William Roback, Jr. today, Tuesday, March 09, 2010, for his recent selection as Alii Nui for the Royal Order of Kamehameha I. Roback was elected by members of the royal society to serve a three-year term...

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