Maui News
Crews to Remove Hazardous Trees in Makawao, Waihou
About a dozen trees as tall as 70 feet will be removed from the Makawao State Forest Reserve, and about 30 trees will be removed from the Waihou Springs State Forest Reserve.
Haleakalā National Park Temporary Road Closure due to Winter Conditions
There is a temporary road closure in Haleakalā National Park due to winter weather conditions. The Haleakalā Highway temporary closure begins at Kalahaku Overlook (9,324 feet) and extends up to the summit of Haleakalā.
Lānaʻi White Goods, Metal Collection on Saturday
County to accept white goods, metals and e-waste at the Pūlama Lānaʻi Fleet Yard from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Another Dusting of Snow Forecast for Haleakalā
Additional snow accumulations of 1-3 inches and ice accumulations of around one-tenth of an inch is in the forecast, with winds gusting as high as 120 mph.
Six Years Later: Charli Scott Memorial Held, Family Pleads for Return of Remains
A memorial service was held Sunday for Carly “Charli” Scott, who went missing on Maui six years ago, as her family continues to fight for the return of her remains.
Survey Shows Extent of Sexual Harassment Among UH Students
Representatives say the survey is an important tool for UH in providing a safe and discrimination-free learning and working environment.
Icy, Windy Weather in Forecast For Haleakalā
Winter weather advisory to begin at midnight Sunday and continue through 6 p.m. on Monday, wind warning set for 6 p.m. Sunday until 6 a.m. on Monday.
Public Decries Monk Seal Harassment on Instagram
A shocking video of a man hitting a monk seal resting on a beach has garnered a slew of backlash on Instagram.
Adrift Kayak Found Off “Big Beach” in Mākena, Maui
The Coast Guard is seeking the publicʻs help in finding the owner of a green kayak that was found over a mile off of Oneloa “Big Beach” in Mākena, Maui on Sunday morning.
Maui Ocean Center to Hold Annual 5K
Proceeds raised will go to fitness and athletic programs at Maui County schools.
Over 5,000 Pounds of Debris Removed From Lānaʻi Shores
Scores of volunteers, as well as dozens of local non profits and businesses banded together to clean up “hard-to-reach” beaches on Lānaʻi.
College Board: More Hawaiʻi Students Are Taking AP Tests, Scoring Higher
The results for school year 2018-19 demonstrate an increase in the number of exam takers, exams taken, and scores of 3 or higher that result in college credits.
Hirono Lauds Labor Law Reforms
Hirono applauds the US House of Representatives for passing landmark, progressive labor law reforms in the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act.
High Schooler Raises $14K for Affordable Housing
Kīhei Charter student Pohaku Kepler launched the program in November.
Grand Wailea Opens Pālaha Hawaiian Cultural Center
Pālaha will host daily cultural experiences and showcase cultural works of art alongside collections of pre and post-contact artifacts on a rotating basis.
Moloka‘i Health Center Awarded $4 Million Over Three Years
The funds will support MCHC’s delivery of primary care services. MCHC received the FY2020 Health Center Service Area Competition award through the US Department of Health and Human Services.
200-Unit Keawe Street Apartments Gains Fast-Track Approval
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino applauded the Maui County’s Council’s adoption today of a resolution to approve the 200-unit Keawe Street Apartments as a fast-track affordable rental project.
