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Milestone moment as first property is cleared of residential wildfire debris in Lahaina, Maui
A milestone moment was reached on Wednesday as the first residential property was cleared of wildfire debris on Fleming Road in Lahaina. This comes following months of coordinated reentry activities that allowed residents to gain access to their properties... January 18, 2024 · 07:16pmMaui County surcharge and GET is now 4.5% as of Jan. 1, 2024
County of Maui officials are reminding the public that the Maui County surcharge and general excise tax as of Jan. 1, 2024, is now 4.5%, with a maximum pass-on rate of 4.712%.Latest Fire Recovery News Office of Wellness and Resilience honored for mental health response to the Maui…
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Traffic Advisory: Honoapiʻilani Highway closed at Akahele Street
Maui police have closed the Honoapiʻilani Highway at Akahele Street near the Kapalua Airport due to a motor vehicle accident. Traffic is being re-directed down Lower Honoapiʻilani Road.
Maui County surcharge and GET is now 4.5% as of Jan. 1, 2024
County of Maui officials are reminding the public that the Maui County surcharge and general excise tax as of Jan. 1, 2024, is now 4.5%, with a maximum pass-on rate of 4.712%.
Rare high-altitude ‘rainbow clouds’ make appearance over Big Island
East Hawai‘i was treated to a colorful show Tuesday evening as the sun set and into dusk with the appearance of rare wispy-like noctilucent clouds. The iridescent clouds thrilled and captivated those who saw them, in person and in photos on social media, hovering through the upper atmosphere.
Breaking: UB40 featuring Ali Campbell concert at the MACC is sold out
Tonight’s UB40 featuring Ali Campbell concert in the MACC’s A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion has sold out. The MACC recommends that ticket holders arrive early to avoid delays parking and accessing the venue.
Office of Wellness and Resilience honored for mental health response to the Maui wildfires
Tia L. R. Hartsock, director of the Office of Wellness and Resilience was selected by the awards committee of the Hawai‘i Psychological Association to commemorate her work on the coordinated mental health response to the Maui wildfires.
Central Pacific Bank’s Meals 4 Maui program raises $25,000 to feed Maui residents
The funds provided 2,150 meals to the Maui community between Nov. 15 through Dec. 15, 2023, which included 250 Thanksgiving meals to registered Lahaina families within the burn zone, 600 meals to families and keiki at a Keiki Christmas Bash, and 1,300 meals to school students.
Ritual Integrative Wellness at Maui Mall Village holds grand opening, Jan. 20, 2024
Ritual Integrative Wellness, a new small business merchant at the Maui Mall Village, is inviting the community to enjoy free classes during its grand opening on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The wellness studio is offering free 30-minute yoga and Pilates Reformer classes to those who sign up online in advance.
Maui Memorial Medical Center to host Wound Care Symposium for healthcare providers
Maui Memorial Medical Center will host a Wound Care Symposium on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Maui Memorial Medical Center Auditorium, located at 221 Mahalani Street in Wailuku.
Gov. Green announces progress on ag land transfers between HDOA and DLNR
The state is reporting progress in the transfer of state leases for pastoral and agricultural lands from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources to the state Department of Agriculture. “The transfer of these leases, representing tens of thousands of acres, will help to further preserve important agricultural lands and support the state’s self-sufficiency,” said Gov. Green.
Carissa Moore to ‘step away’ from competitive surfing after 2024 Olympics
Hawaiʻi’s own five-time World Champion Carissa Moore announced today that she will be stepping away from competitive surfing to start a new chapter in her life and career. She will step away from competition following the 2024 Lexus Pipe Pro, the 2024 SHISEIDO Tahiti Pro, and the 2024 Olympic Games Paris.
Motorists advised to drive with caution on Lahaina roads Saturday during Unity Walk
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises the traveling public to be aware of pedestrians walking along the Lahaina Bypass (Route 3000) and Honoapi‘ilani Highway (Route 30) on Saturday morning, Jan. 20, 2024. The Lele Aloha Hoʻūlu Lahaina Unity Gathering will host a Unity Walk beginning at 8 a.m. along the Lahaina Bypass, south of the Lahainaluna Road underpass.
Milestone moment as first property is cleared of residential wildfire debris in Lahaina, Maui
A milestone moment was reached on Wednesday as the first residential property was cleared of wildfire debris on Fleming Road in Lahaina. This comes following months of coordinated reentry activities that allowed residents to gain access to their properties and assess damage. Debris removal from residential properties in Lahaina began on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024.
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Maui County surcharge and GET is now 4.5% as of Jan. 1, 2024
County of Maui officials are reminding the public that the Maui County surcharge and general excise tax as of Jan. 1, 2024, is now 4.5%, with a maximum pass-on rate of 4.712%.
Central Pacific Bank’s Meals 4 Maui program raises $25,000 to feed Maui residents
The funds provided 2,150 meals to the Maui community between Nov. 15 through Dec. 15, 2023, which included 250 Thanksgiving meals to registered Lahaina families within the burn zone, 600 meals to families and keiki at a Keiki Christmas Bash, and 1,300 meals to school students.
Ritual Integrative Wellness at Maui Mall Village holds grand opening, Jan. 20, 2024
Ritual Integrative Wellness, a new small business merchant at the Maui Mall Village, is inviting the community to enjoy free classes during its grand opening on Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The wellness studio is offering free 30-minute yoga and Pilates Reformer classes to those who sign up online in advance.
Pacific Biodiesel awarded federal funds to develop Hawaiʻi Agriculture-Based Biofuel Model
This project is based on Kauaʻi, where the Maui-based Pacific Biodiesel last year began supplying its biodiesel to KIUC as a source of renewable energy supporting the Kauaʻi utility’s accelerated pathway to 100% renewable electricity production by 2033, more than a decade earlier than the State of Hawaiʻi’s mandated timeline of 2045.
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Top 20 things to do on Maui, Jan. 18-28: Wildfire fundraiser, MLK Jazz Tribute, UB40 feat. Ali Campbell, Maui Pops and comedian Nick Swardson
This week on Maui there are some major concerts—the legendary reggae band UB40 featuring singer-songwriter Ali Campbell, and the Maui Pops Orchestral performs Disney songs with Susan Egan and Adam Jacobs who originally performed the music. Plus, nationally known comedian Nick Swardson, and A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Maui Jazz.
Breaking: UB40 featuring Ali Campbell concert at the MACC is sold out
Tonight’s UB40 featuring Ali Campbell concert in the MACC’s A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion has sold out. The MACC recommends that ticket holders arrive early to avoid delays parking and accessing the venue.
Hawaiʻi film and creative media industry gets spotlight, backing as awards season nears
The Hawai‘i state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism’s Creative Industries Division is supporting awards season marketing for local films. This is in an effort to reach global audiences and pave the way toward a more vibrant locally created media industry.
County film commissioner Tracy Bennett retires, reflects on growth of Maui industry
After 10 years at the helm, County of Maui Film Commissioner Tracy Bennett has retired from his government post to enter the private sector.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Jan. 18-28: Wildfire fundraiser, MLK Jazz Tribute, UB40 feat. Ali Campbell, Maui Pops and comedian Nick Swardson
This week on Maui there are some major concerts—the legendary reggae band UB40 featuring singer-songwriter Ali Campbell, and the Maui Pops Orchestral performs Disney songs with Susan Egan and Adam Jacobs who originally performed the music. Plus, nationally known comedian Nick Swardson, and A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Maui Jazz.
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A high surf warning issued for portions of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i over the weekend
A high surf warning goes into effect for north-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau at 6 a.m. Saturday and will last till 6 p.m. According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a large to extra-large west-northwest swell at 290-300 degrees will build down the island chain on Saturday and peak Saturday night and early […]
Kauai Weather Forecast for January 19, 2024
A ridge near the islands will maintain light winds, and mostly dry conditions today. A front approaching from the northwest will cause winds to increase and...
Kauai Surf Forecast for January 19, 2024
North and west facing shores will continue to decline through tonight as the moderate northwest swell slowly fades. A large to extra-large, long period...
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Hawai‘i Island police seek help finding teen girl
The teen was last seen in the Hawaiian Beaches area.
Hawai‘i Island police respond to assault where a man was found injured on Ali‘i Drive
Kona Patrol Officers responded to the scene at 3:55 a.m. this morning on the 75-6000 block of Ali‘i Drive where they found a 49-year-old man injured.
Hilo High students place second in annual Drive Aloha PSA contest
The students created a message answering the question: "What does Drive Aloha mean to you?"