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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 […]
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 hate crime towards the victim. Detectives with the department’s Criminal Investigation Division are looking into surveillance videos […]
High Winds Down Power Pole Upcountry 3/10/10
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 accessed through Piiholo Road. MECO completed work and the road was reopened […]
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. for watershed forest protection at Kahikinui, Maui. The allocation would be used to protect an estimated […]
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 as head, or Alii Nui of the organization. The back-to-back floor presentations […]
Punana Leo o Maui Fundraiser: Ho’omau 2010, March 27
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKJ2JZ0NR0M[/youtube] The Punana Leo o Maui program will hold its annual Ho’omau fundraiser on Saturday, March 27, 2010 from 9 a.m. to sunset at the Keopu’olani Park Amphitheater in Kahului. Funds raised goes towards the Hawaiian immersion preschool program. The day-long Ho’omau 2010 event features entertainment from: Na Palapalai, Keali’i Kaneali’i, ‘Ohana Pahuwai, Homestead, Sudden […]
Red Flag Warning, Wind Advisory, High Surf 3/9/10
There is a Red Flag Warning in effect for the leeward sections of all islands as strong and gusty trades and low relative humidity creates critical fire weather conditions. There’s also a wind advisory in effect until 6 p.m. with sustained winds of 30 mph expected. And there a high surf advisory for the east […]
Quake Rattles Big Island, No tsunami
A 4.4 magnitude quake rattled the Big Island Monday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Readings from the Hawaii Volcano Observatory were slightly higher, measuring the quake at a 4.5 magnitude tremor. The earthquake was reported at 6:30 p.m. 13 miles south west of Laupahoehoe, Hawaii on the eastern slopes of Mauna Kea. There […]
$8 Million released to acquire land for New Kihei High School
Governor Linda Lingle today released $8 million for the acquisition of land for the new high school in Kihei. The new campus will support the growing student population in the area and eliminate the commute for South Maui residents who currently drive to Kahului to attend Maui High School. The release of the funds will […]
Minit Stop launches 2010 Project Grad fundraiser
As part of its effort to support local education, graduating seniors and families, Minit Stop stores is launching its first Safe and Sane Project Grad 2010 program. From March 1st through April 30th customers can drop loose change into coin cans at the counter with funds collected going towards the 2010 Project Grad night activities. […]
Kula Hospital to add 15 beds in CIP Expansion
Kula Hospital will expand its services by adding 15 additional beds with $5 million in capital improvement project funding released from the state. The project is currently in the design phase and is expected to be complete within 12-18 months. Rep. Kyle Yamashita, who helped to secure the funding, called it one of his top […]
Fire Crews Respond to Suspicious Blaze at Plantation Golf Estates
A fire at a Kapalua home in the Plantation Golf Estates appears suspicious in nature, according to county authorities. The fire was first reported at 5:42 p.m. Saturday at an unoccupied 2-story estate home on Keoawa Street. Crews from Lahaina, Napili, Kahului and Kihei were dispatched to the scene. Firefighters worked overnight to control the […]
Continental Launches 2 Maui Flights on Sunday
Continental Airlines begins new flights from Los Angeles and Orange County to Maui and a flight between Orange County and Honolulu on Sunday, March 7. “We are excited to launch more service to Hawaii,” said Jim Compton, Continental’s executive vice president of marketing. “The new flights to Maui complement our existing service to Honolulu, providing […]
VIDEO: Dani Girl and Super Dub Tribe
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DZvJdFcQB4[/youtube] Local musician Dani Girl was the featured performer at the Tsunami Saturday Edition at Ocean’s Bar & Grill over the weekend. Festivities also featured Super Dub Tribe who played a rendition of “If I had the World” and other audience favorites. This footage was filmed exclusively for Native 92.5 FM, Pacific Radio Grouop and MauiNOW.com.
Blue `Aina Beach and Reef Clean Up, March 7 at Puamana
Trilogy in partnership with the Surfrider Foundation – Maui Chapter Presents: Blue `Aina. Blue `Aina was created to encourage people to take personal responsibility for maintaining the precious reefs that sustain ocean breaks, snorkeling destinations, and a thriving eco-system. The purpose of the Clean-up event is to help sustain and raise awareness of environmentally responsible […]
East Shores of Maui and Molokai Under Surf Advisory 3/4/10
March 4, 2010 – 8:00 a.m. EVENTS: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has CONTINUED the HIGH SURF ADVISORY for EAST FACING SHORES of MAUI and MOLOKAI now in effect until 6:00 P.M. THURSDAY. A High Surf Advisory means that high surf will affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized […]
‘O Lono ‘Oe: First Friday in Wailuku Town, March 5
The merchants of Old Wailuku Town mark the closing of the Makahiki season with a First Friday event on March 5, 2010 on Market Street. The ‘O Lono ‘Oe event is part of the monthly festivities that takes place on the First Friday of each month, featuring live music, local food, art, jewelry and fashion. […]
Ed Case to File for Congressional Race
Ed Case will officially file papers today, (Thursday, March 4, 2010) for re-election to the U. S. House of Representatives in the upcoming May 22nd special election. Case is expected to file at 2 p.m. at the Hawaii Office of Elections in Pearl City and will be joined by his wife, Audrey, and supporters. Case served Hawaii […]
Maui Condo Sales at a 12 Month High
Residential sales on Maui rose slightly to 53, with 14 homes sold each in the Central Maui and Kihei areas. The median for a Maui home was up to $507,200, from $464,500 a month earlier. The February figures were released by the Realtors Association of Maui. There were also six homes sold in Haiku, one […]
Meeting Aimed at Achieving 100 Percent Wastewater Recycling for Maui
The county encourages the public to attend today’s (Thursday, March 04, 2010) Wastewater Community Working Group Meeting. The group’s recommendations are aimed at assisting the county in making strides toward achieving Mayor Charmaine Tavares’ goal of reaching 100 percent recycling for Maui’s wastewater. The meeting runs from 1:30 to 4:30 this afternoon at the Velma […]