Maui News Household Hazardous Waste Collection on April 7; Deadline to make an appointment is…
Maui News Water conservation request on Molokaʻi from Kawela to Kaunakakai
Gov. Green decides against STR moratorium; hopes to have all wildfire displaced Maui residents out of hotels by July 1
With more than 3,000 wildfire displaced residents on Maui still living in hotels, Gov. Josh Green says there are enough units available now through rental and direct lease programs that he expects to have the remaining residents transitioned out to longer-term... March 27, 2024 · 02:58pmHome Maid Bakery to stay open after potential buyers express interest
After receiving overwhelming community support and interest from potential buyers, Home Maid Bakery will remain open indefinitely and not close at the end of this month as previously announced.Maui News Utility work Thursday to impact traffic on Honoapiʻilani Highway near Ukumehame Beach…
Maui News Schatz secures more than $1M in earmark funding to build first ever adult day care…
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Latest Maui News
Household Hazardous Waste Collection on April 7; Deadline to make an appointment is March 28
Residents wanting to dispose of household hazardous waste can do so at an upcoming event on Sunday, April 7, 2024. The event is by appointment only and the deadline to set an appointment is on March 28.
Water conservation request on Molokaʻi from Kawela to Kaunakakai
The Department of Water Supply requests residents and tourists of Molokaʻi from Kawela to Kaunakakai to conserve water until further notice. The request is due to a inoperable well pump.
Utility work Thursday to impact traffic on Honoapiʻilani Highway near Ukumehame Beach Park
To maintain reliable service, Hawaiian Electric crews will be making routine equipment upgrades using bucket trucks along Honoapiʻilani Highway near Ukumehame Beach Park in the West Maui area on Thursday, March 28, impacting area traffic from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. No service interruptions are planned for this work.
Kahului man charged with first degree attempted murder following Wailuku shooting
Maui police charged a man with first degree attempted murder in connection with a shooting reported early Monday morning in Wailuku. Nathaniel Cachola, 19, of Kahului was charged on Tuesday, March 26, with bail set at $500,000, according to police reports.
Gov. Green decides against STR moratorium; hopes to have all wildfire displaced Maui residents out of hotels by July 1
With more than 3,000 wildfire displaced residents on Maui still living in hotels, Gov. Josh Green says there are enough units available now through rental and direct lease programs that he expects to have the remaining residents transitioned out to longer-term solutions by July 1, 2024.
Schatz secures more than $1M in earmark funding to build first ever adult day care center on Lānaʻi
“Too many seniors on Lānaʻi are being forced to move away from their homes and off island just to get the care they need,” said Sen. Schatz. “This new funding will help build Lānaʻi’s first ever adult day care center, giving seniors a much-needed option for care, while keeping families together.”
Krank Cycles to open store in West Maui; grand opening set for April 6
Krank Cycles will open a new shop next month in Lahaina, according to an announcement.
Evening budget meetings planned throughout the county in April
The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee will hold evening budget meetings in council residency areas April 1-16 to receive community input on the fiscal year 2025 budget, Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei K. Sugimura announced today.
Maui Department of Liquor Control to accept license renewal applications starting April 1
The Count of Maui Department of Liquor Control will begin accepting license renewal applications starting Monday, April 1, 2024. Applications may be submitted from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at the department’s office located at the County of Maui Service Center in Kahului, 110 Ala‘ihi Street, Room 212.
Home Maid Bakery to stay open after potential buyers express interest
After receiving overwhelming community support and interest from potential buyers, Home Maid Bakery will remain open indefinitely and not close at the end of this month as previously announced.
Gov. Green to deliver Maui housing plan update
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., will address the state of Hawai‘i to provide the latest information on housing plans for wildfire-displaced Maui residents during a press conference at 12:30 this afternoon at the state Capitol.
Maui police issue 383 citations, 68 warnings for traffic violations in February
The Maui Police Department, Traffic Division issued 383 citations and 68 warnings for various traffic violations and infractions in February. For the month of February, the DUI Task Force, along with other officers from the Solo Bike Detail and the
Vehicular Homicide Unit, made 33 arrests of motorists operating a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant, and 27 arrests for various other offenses.
Maui Business
Krank Cycles to open store in West Maui; grand opening set for April 6
Krank Cycles will open a new shop next month in Lahaina, according to an announcement.
Home Maid Bakery to stay open after potential buyers express interest
After receiving overwhelming community support and interest from potential buyers, Home Maid Bakery will remain open indefinitely and not close at the end of this month as previously announced.
Exodus of Hawai‘i residents since 2020 results in $185M in lost tax revenue to the state
According to Seth Colby, Department of Taxation research and planning officer, outmigration since 2020 has resulted in the loss of $185 million in general excise taxes and state income taxes, or approximately $61.8 million per year. To place that amount into context, one percentage point of the Council on Revenues forecast, which determines how much can be spent on the state budget, represents approximately $100 million.
Maui Gold Pineapple and Maui Farm Events partner with Lei Maui to present spring workshop series
Maui Gold Pineapple has teamed up with Maui Farm Events to announce a spring workshop series in collaboration with Lei Maui. These unique events are designed to celebrate Hawaiian culture and creativity while providing guests with hands-on experiences led by instructor Caitlyn Madrid. The spring workshop series offers kamaʻāina rates at 20% off.
Arts & Entertainment
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center hosts Easter Egg Scramble, March 30
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will be hosting an Easter Egg Scramble at Center Court for the second year on Saturday, March 30, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Merwin Conservancy Returns to the MACC with Green Room Series, featuring Sound Artist Lanzilotti, April 14
The Merwin Conservancy’s Green Room series returns with composer and sound artist Leilehua Lanzilotti on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 6 p.m. in the McCoy Studio Theater.
Hawaiian Music Series features Deason Baybayan, March 28
The public is invited to the March installment of the free, monthly Hawaiian Music Series which will feature a special performance by Deason Baybayan. The free concert will be held at 6 p.m. on March 28, at Hale Hoʻikeʻike at the Bailey House Museum in Wailuku.
Free MACC concert by the the Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus, April 12
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents a free community concert featuring the Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus on Friday, April 12, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. in the Castle Theater. The He Leo Aloha No Maui Concert will also feature guest performances by Kamaka Kukona and Hālau o Ka Hanu Lehua, Nāpua Silva and Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka o Uka, and Ikaika Blackburn, Halehaku Seabury, and Keoni Souza of Nā Hoa.
Weldon Kekauoha to headline 2024 Celebration of the Arts music showcase at The Ritz-Carlton Maui Kapalua
Renowned Hawaiian musician Weldon Kekauoha will headline the upcoming Music Showcase on Friday, March 29 at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua as part of the 32nd annual Celebration of the Arts event.
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Kauai News
Interim rule restricts movement of plant material in effort to prevent spread of little fire ants on O‘ahu
The rule could extend to Kaua‘i County.
Community groups reach legal settlement with KIUC, state on West Kaua‘i hydro project
Earthjustice filed suit on behalf of Pō‘ai Wai Ola and Nā Kia‘i Kai against the Department of Land and Natural Resources in February 2023.
Kauai Weather Forecast for March 27, 2024
Breezy easterly trade winds will become strong and gusty later today through the second half of the week as high pressure strengthens north of the state...
Big Island News
Couple charged in relation to robbery, kidnapping outside Joanne’s Lounge in Hilo
Nathan Pedro of Pāhoa and Jackie Carter of Hilo made their initial appearances in Hilo District Court on Wednesday afternoon.
Police seeking witnesses to Kealakekua traffic collision
On Monday evening Kona patrol officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a 2014 silver Honda Accord traveling south bound on Māmalahoa Highway in the area of Konawaena School Road.
Interim rule restricts movement of plant material in effort to prevent spread of little fire ants on O‘ahu
Little fire ants were first discovered on Hawai‘i Island 25 years ago. The populations have since been detected throughout most of the state.