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30 customers affected by water outage on ʻIolani Street in Puakalani
A water service outage will affect about 30 customers on ʻIolani Street in Pukalani from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14.
Maui hotels and restaurants dominate USA Today’s 10 Best lists
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa was named the Best Hotel in Hawaiʻi by USA TODAY in the publications 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The resort was selected for its “plush ocean view rooms, lagoon-style pool” and location at Kāʻanapali Beach.
Water shutdown to affect 300 customers in Pukalani on March 16, 2023
A water service outage will affect about 300 customers in the area along Old Haleakalā Highway in Pukalani from 9 p.m. Thursday, March 16 to 5 a.m. Friday, March 17. The outage will occur while two fire hydrants are relocated on the sidewalk along Old Haleakalā Highway.
PARK MAUI to hold Lahaina open house, March 25
Subject to Maui County Council approval, the pilot phase is designed to allow Maui County residents who register to receive free parking at Maui parks and beaches at all times, as well as one to two hours of free or discounted parking in small towns. Under the proposal, non-Maui County residents would have the option to pre-purchase weekly or discounted monthly beach parking passes.
County of Maui solicits applications for Economic Diversification grants
In response to the priorities identified, the Maui County Council set aside $320,000 last year for the grants. The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. on March 3, 2023.
Mayor Bissen to deliver State of the County address, March 21
Mayor Richard Bissen will deliver his first State of the County address at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 21 on the front lawn of Kalana O Maui, the County Building in Wailuku.
Movie at the Old Prison features screening of Hawaiian Soul, March 25
Hawaiian Soul, a narrative short film dedicated to Hawaiian activist and musician George Jarret Helm Jr., will be screened at this month’s “Movie at the Old Prison” on the lawn of the Old Prison. The free event will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 7 p.m. Director/writer/producer ʻĀina Paikai and executive co-producer Lincoln Wong will be guest speakers.
Baldwin Beach Park to be closed March 16-18 for tree removal
Baldwin Beach Park in Pāʻia will be closed on Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 while crownless palm trees are removed.
2023 Maui Real Property Assessment notices to be mailed
County of Maui 2023 Real Property Assessment Notices will be mailed to all real property owners on or before March 15, 2023.
High school senior raised $10,000 to benefit Habitat for Humanity Maui
In an effort to raise awareness around the affordable housing crisis in Maui County, St. Anthony student Edward Oliveira launched a fundraiser, Paddle for Roof, to benefit Habitat for Humanity Maui.
Nominations sought for 2023 Outstanding Older Americans in Maui County awards
Nominations are being sought for the County of Maui’s 2023 Outstanding Older Americans awards. The nomination deadline is 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 31.
Maui Preparatory Academy receives $25,000 grant for Financial Aid Initiative
Maui Preparatory Academy is the recipient of a $25,000 grant from Central Pacific Bank Foundation. The grant award, distributed over two years, supports Maui Prep’s Financial Aid Initiative which offers tuition assistance to deserving students. Currently 35% of Maui Prep students receive tuition assistance.
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi welcomes three new physicians to Kīhei, Wailuku and Kona
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii welcomes three new physicians to its Kihei Clinic, Wailuku Medical Office and Kona Medical Office. Doctors Deidrie Jo Colter, Douglas Stevens, and Benjamin Tautges join the optometry and physiatry departments, and will serve Kaiser Permanente’s 266,000+ members in Hawaii.
Environmental education programs help kids learn how to protect Maui’s resources
Led by Maui District’s Environmental Management team, the activities are intended to help youngsters learn more about Maui’s natural environment and how to protect it from degradation.
Haʻikū Community Association annual meeting, March 15
The Haʻikū Community Association hosts its 2023 annual meeting on Wednesday, March 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Haʻikū Community Center.
Huliau Alumni Council offers two $2,500 college scholarships to graduating seniors
The Huliau Alumni Council announced the launch of the second year of their scholarship program to support and encourage undergraduate students of Maui County. The application must be submitted online by midnight on March 31, 2023.
Delays expected at Hilo Airport, repairs to security checkpoint underway
One of two security checkpoint lanes at Hilo Airport is down. Passengers catching a flight Monday morning, March 13, are advised to arrive two hours prior to a 6:30 a.m. flight, and three hours prior to any other flights during the day.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Mar. 12, 2023
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Mar. 12, 2023. May they rest in peace.
Pause in eruptive activity continues at Kīlauea despite earthquake swarm
“Resumption of eruptive activity at Kīlauea summit no longer appears to be imminent, although it is possible that another intrusion or resumption may occur in the near future with little or no warning,” according to an update from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
List: Maui lane closures through March 17
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
