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West Maui Disaster Plan Meeting, July 20
On Thursday, July 20, Maui Electric representatives Chris Reynolds and Kuhea Asiu, will discuss MECO storm response and power restoration efforts.
TripAdvisor: Kīhei Among Best Places to Stay in Hawai‘i
The publication analyzed the weekly cost of a two-bedroom vacation rental between June 1 and Aug. 31, and found that the median weekly rate for Kīhei is $1728.
Maui Health System Names Inaugural Board of Directors
The newly named Maui Health Systems Board of Directors includes: John Yamamoto, Anthony Takitani, Mary Hew, Stephen Miller, Mary Ann Barnes, Clay Sutherland…
Abandoned Building in Ha‘ikū Consumed by Fire
A fire on Monday night destroyed a 400 square foot abandoned structure in Haʻikū before spreading to surrounding brush and trees.
FBI Arrests Hawai‘i Soldier on Terrorism Charges
Ikaika Kang, an active duty soldier assigned to Schofield Barracks, was arrested by an FBI SWAT team on July 8, for allegedly providing material support to ISIS
Maui Recognized for Performance Management Leadership
Maui County is among 19 jurisdictions receiving the Certificate of Achievement in Performance Management Leadership, and one of 57 recognized overall.
$350 M Kahului Airport CONRAC Gets Strong Bond Rating
Proceeds from the new CFC Revenue Bonds will be used to finance the construction of new consolidated rental car facilities at the Kahului Airport on Maui and…
PWF Golf Tournament at Mākena to Benefit Paniaka Wetland
The event will benefit the restoration of Paniaka Wetland, an important ecological and cultural site in Mākena State Park.
Maui High School 2017 Hall of Honor Members Named
The 2017 Maui High School’s Hall of Honor includes: Clinton Shiraishi; Stewart Stant; Mamoru Yamasaki; Tony Medeiros; and Marilyn Morikawa.
Body Recovered from Kīlauea Volcano Caldera
The body of a 38-year-old man was recovered by park rangers early Sunday morning near the bottom of the Kīlauea caldera on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi.
Ing: July 4th Floatilla Safety Issues “Alarming”
Crews assisted in the rescue of over 30 individuals in the water, which included multiple intoxicated and underage youth at the July 4th Floatilla in Waikiki.
North Korea ICBM Test Represents “New Escalation”
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Tuesday condemned the missile test saying it “represents a new escalation of the threat to the United States…”
Waipuilani Park Parking Lot, Restroom Closure
Restrooms and the parking lot at Waipuilani Park in Kīhei will be closed from July 5th to the end of August for the installation of a new irrigation system.
New Laws Support Women’s Health, Protects Kids
Governor Ige signed several measures into law on Monday, which provide greater assurance for families who utilize child care services, supports women’s health..
Imported Coffee-Growing Kits Confiscated
About 500 coffee-growing kits imported from the US Mainland are being pulled from shelves at 42 Long’s Drugs stores across the state.
California Woman Medevaced After Rescue at Honolua Bay
The 19-year-old woman from California was snorkeling at Honolua Bay with family members when other snorkelers found her floating unresponsive…
VIDEO: “Nebula” Karen Gillan Interview at Maui Film Fest
You may recognize Karen Gillan from her role as “Nebula” (which she will reprise in Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2″), but she is also a first-time director and all around sweetheart. Maui Now’s Malika Dudley interviewed the statuesque 5’11” actor at this year’s Maui Film Festival where she accepted the “Rising Star” award for being…
Hāna Highway Now OPEN at Baldwin Ave in Pā‘ia
UPDATE: Hāna Highway is now OPEN as of 1:51 p.m. on Sunday, June 25, 2017.
HGTV “Love Yurts” Hawai‘i Casting Call
HGTV/DIY Networks’ series, Love Yurts, is seeking Hawaiʻi families who dream of owning a tricked out yurt, but just need the right builder to make their dream..
Intent to Veto List Includes Bills on Aquarium Fish, Tiny Homes, Motorcycle Safety
Governor David Ige’s intent to veto list includes measures relating to tiny homes, motorcycle safety and aquarium fish permits.
