Maui News
EPA completes night operations on sanitary sewer lines in Lahaina
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed night operations that required road closures in order to inspect a portion of the sewer line system. EPA cleared and inspected sanitary sewer lines on Honoapiʻilani Highway and Keawe St., between Leialiʻi Parkway and Keawe St. in Lahaina. Night operations also took place within the wildfire affected area along the Honoapiʻilani Highway and up Lahainaluna Road.
Maui County seeks owners of 21 unclaimed vehicles salvaged from Lahaina wildfire zone
The County of Maui is seeking the owners of 21 intact vehicles that were removed from the Lahaina wildfire disaster zone for debris cleanup progression. The vehicles were deemed salvageable based on their appearance of little to no visible outer damage to the vehicle, but the County makes no warranty regarding the condition of any of these vehicles.
Kauaʻi Poke Fest announces Hawaiʻi Community Foundation – Maui Strong Fund as beneficiary
Proceeds from ticket sales for the Kaua‘i Poke Fest taking place on June 8 this year will support Maui wildfire survivors.
Maui PGA Master presents 2024 Claude Brousseau Golf & Academic Award
Claude Brousseau PGA Master, Director of Player Development at Wailea Golf Academy, ranked No. 1 Teacher in the State of Hawaiʻi by Golf Digest since 2019 awarded the 2024 Claude Brousseau Golf & Academic Award to 12-year-old, Ethan Jake Abella.
Temporary signals at Keawe-Kupuohi intersection in Lahaina to be installed Wednesday morning
A portable, temporary traffic signal system will be installed at the intersection of Keawe and Kupuohi streets in Lahaina between midnight and 6 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6, to allow safer access to and from Kupuohi Street. The temporary signals are planned to remain in place until a permanent system is designed and constructed.
Maui police seek help in locating missing Molokaʻi man
Timothy Webb, 77, of Kaunakakai, Molokaʻi was reported missing on Thursday, Feb. 29, 2024, by a concerned acquaintance who had not heard from him since December 2023. Webb was last seen at his residence in Kaunakakai on Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023.
Families encouraged to register for public schools’ summer learning programs
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education is encouraging families to sign up for its summer learning programs.
Schatz: Billions in federal funding released in first half of bipartisan appropriations bill
Hawai‘i US Sen. Brian Schatz reported Monday that congressional leaders have released billions of dollars in federal funding for critical needs in Hawai‘i.
Gov. Green honored with Resilience in Tourism Award by Forbes Travel Guide
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green, M.D. received the Resilience in Tourism Award at Forbes Travel Guide’s “The Summit” event, held in Las Vegas, Feb. 28-29. The award commends a leader demonstrating a dedication and focus on building resilience in a meaningful and impactful way.
IRS enhances ‘Where’s My Refund?’ tool for 2024 filing season
With almost 500,000 taxpayers in Hawaiʻi expecting a refund this filing season, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that recent improvements to “Where’s My Refund?” on IRS.gov remains the best way to check the status of a refund.
Holoholo Bookmobile finds a new home at the Lahaina District Courthouse
The Holoholo Bookmobile will relocate to the Lahaina District Courthouse, beginning March 5.
AARP and Hawaiʻi housing agency disagree over possible loss of affordable homes
A new AARP Hawaiʻi/Smart Growth America report about the potential danger of losing affordable housing in Hawaiʻi has triggered a response from the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corp., which is responsible for increasing and preserving the supply of affordable housing statewide.
Colorado State University to host free youth volleyball clinic at Seabury Hall, March 10
Seabury Hall will host a youth volleyball clinic by the Colorado State University Women’s Volleyball Team & Coaches at the Erdman Athletic Center on Sunday, March 10, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Maui blood drive set for March 19-21 at the Cameron Center in Wailuku
The J. Walter Cameron Center will host a blood drive March 19-21 in collaboration with the Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi.
Hāna groups issue advisory against visiting Waiʻoka and Kaihalulu in East Maui
The group Hoʻomakaukau Maui Hikina – “East Maui Ready” Leadership (EMR) is issuing a standing advisory requesting that both Waiʻoka and Kaihalulu areas of East Maui be avoided when looking for recreational spots to visit.
Flood Watch in effect for Maui and Big Island through late tonight
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch, in effect for Maui and the Big Island through late tonight.
98 Degrees benefit concert on Oʻahu to support Maui restoration, rebuilding of historical landmarks
Grammy Award-nominated band 98 Degrees will headline a special concert to benefit ongoing Maui restoration efforts, following last year’s devastating fires that affected many historic churches, sacred sites and communities.
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea magma intrusion a textbook example of dike propagation
From Jan. 31 to Feb. 3, 2024, a magma intrusion into Kīlauea’s flank, southwest of the summit caldera, was the focus of attention at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Spectrum awards $15,000 Digital Education Grant to Māpunawai Inc.
Spectrum has announced that Māpunawai Inc. was one of the 46 nonprofit organizations nationwide to receive the $15,000 Spectrum Digital Education grant this year.
Hawaiʻi Workers Center shines light on housing issues impacting some Lahaina wildfire survivors
The Hawaiʻi Workers Center, a grassroots organization focused on the well-being of workers held a press conference in Lahaina last week in the hopes of tackling housing issues impacting wildfire survivors.
