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Maui News BLNR successful in its appeal in East Maui water case
Lahaina wildfire cases could get a trial date as soon as Nov. 18
Parties to cases involving the Lahaina wildfire disaster could see their first trial date as soon as Nov. 18, 2024 before Judge Peter Cahill. The date was set during a status conference held Friday before a room full of attorneys representing various... April 13, 2024 · 07:53am
Maui wildfire relief resources: Federal assistance surpasses $347M
Since wildfires swept over the Island of Maui Aug. 8, more than $347.8 million in federalassistance has been approved for 7,090 households.Maui Arts & Entertainment Maui Choral Arts Association presents ‘I Dream A World’ spring concert on…
Maui News Akakū Upstairs looks at ‘AI: Dystopia or Utopia?’ this Thursday
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Volcano Watch: HVO and collaborators continue seismic survey across active volcanoes of Hawaiʻi
The permanent HVO seismic network consists of nearly 100 stations located across the island. HVO scientists use these stations to monitor the location and character of seismic activity, paying particular attention to signals that might herald migrating magma or potential eruptive activity.
BLNR successful in its appeal in East Maui water case
The Hawaiʻi Board of Land and Natural Resources, as represented by the Department of the Attorney General, prevailed on appeal in a case regarding the continuation of revocable permits for the diversion of water from streams in East Maui to Central and Upcountry Maui.
Akakū Upstairs looks at ‘AI: Dystopia or Utopia?’ this Thursday
Akakū Upstairs returns with the president/CEO of Akakū, Jay April, who will be taking a philosophical look at the paradigm shift many are experiencing with Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Thursday, April 18.
UH Maui College club to host action-packed Earth Day celebration
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s Student ʻOhana for Sustainability (SOS) club is partnering with Maui Huliau Foundation and Hulihia to host its annual Earth Day celebration on the campus Great Lawn and back parking lot on Monday, April 22 from 3 to 6 p.m.
‘Mā‘alaea: The Untold Story Of Maui’s Historic Crossroads’ book signing at Keālia, April 18
A book signing event with the author of “Mā‘alaea: The Untold Story Of Maui’s Historic Crossroads” will be held Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge, Visitor Center.
Big Island police warn of counterfeit $100 bills circulating in East Hawaiʻi
The Hawai’i Police Department is warning the public about the recent usage of counterfeit US $100 bills in East Hawai’i within the past week. The counterfeit bills were presented to retail employees in exchange for monetary goods.
MACC’s 2024 Maui Brewers Festival fundraiser set for May 18
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Maui Brewers Festival fundraiser returns Saturday, May 18. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit the MACC’s many educational programs for students, teachers, and seniors, as well as the many free events offered to the Maui County community.
Maui Police Department’s 15th CIT Graduates
The Maui Police Department’s Crisis Intervention Team welcomed 19 new members to its list of trained personnel during a graduation ceremony on Friday.
Flood Watch through Monday afternoon for Maui
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Watch for Maui County. The flood watch is in effect through Monday afternoon for both Oʻahu and Maui counties.
Maui wildfire relief resources: Federal assistance surpasses $347M
Since wildfires swept over the Island of Maui Aug. 8, more than $347.8 million in federal
assistance has been approved for 7,090 households.
Gov. Green designates official state snails
Governor Josh Green, M.D., has signed legislation designating an official state kāhuli, or snail, for each of the main Hawaiian islands, as well as the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. In a ceremony this Friday at Washington Place, Gov. Green signed into law House Bill 1899, which recognizes nine native snail species as state snails.
Maui Business
CIM scholarship applications open for Maui’s future builders and designers
The Construction Industry of Maui today announced it is accepting applications from graduating Maui’s high school students, for its annual Bob Poulson CIM Scholarships.
After losing its store to wildfire, Segway Maui will open new location in Kahului
After overcoming adversity following wildfires that devastated its previous location, Segway Maui is making its return to the island, and it’s doing it under a new name.
Duke’s Maui names Edwin “Ekolu” Lindsey 2024 Koho Pono Award honoree
Duke’s Maui presented its inaugural Koho Pono award to 2024 honoree Edwin “Ekolu” Lindsey during a private ceremony at the restaurant last week.
IRS 2023 Tax Filing Extension for Maui Residents
The Internal Revenue Service reminds the public that it has postponed until Aug. 7, 2024, various tax-filing and tax-payment deadlines for individuals and businesses affected by the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires. Previously, the deadline was Feb. 15, 2024.
Arts & Entertainment
Maui Choral Arts Association presents ‘I Dream A World’ spring concert on April 21
A spring concert led by Maui Choral Arts Artistic Director & Conductor John Rowehl, pianist Lotus Dancer and a 60-voice chorus, will combine two 30-minute choral movements on Sunday, April 21.
MACC’s 2024 Maui Brewers Festival fundraiser set for May 18
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Maui Brewers Festival fundraiser returns Saturday, May 18. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser benefit the MACC’s many educational programs for students, teachers, and seniors, as well as the many free events offered to the Maui County community.
Celebrate Maui’s performing artists at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center this month
The Queen Kaʻahumanu Center hosts several performing arts studios this month. April has an engaging performing arts lineup with events that include live music, theater performances and the grand opening of a new dance studio.
Slack Key ʻOhana album ‘Hawaiian Cowboy’ tops iTunes chart in debut
Slack Key ‘Ohana’s latest album “Hawaiian Cowboy,” impressively lassoed the No. 1 spot of the iTunes world music albums chart upon its release last Friday.
Willie Nelson, Mick Fleetwood and others contribute to Lily Meola’s song ‘Hope in the Ashes’ to aid Maui wildfire victims
When Maui was hit by a devastating fire last August, the nation collectively grieved. For singer and songwriter Lily Meola, who was born and raised on Maui, the heartbreak ran deep. So, she did what she does best—poured her pain and feelings into song. Initially revealed in a rare live performance on her Instagram account, “Hope in the Ashes,” is now available everywhere you get your music with all proceeds from the song being donated to the Maui Food Bank.
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Kauai News
Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles
The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
Storm brings damages to Kaua‘i including a drill rig on the mauka Wailua River Bridge rail
The goal is to reopen the southbound bridge this morning and close for nightly debris removal from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. for the rest of the week.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 14, 2024
The potential for heavy rainfall and thunderstorms associated with a front will continue through Monday, initially over the western end of the state through...
Big Island News
Native Hawaiian snails now recognized by the state
Gov. Josh Green signed into law House Bill 1899, which recognizes nine native snail species as state snails. Hawai‘i Island's snail is Hini hini kua mauna (Succinea konaensis).
Business Monday: Kona Village named among the best new resorts in North America and Europe in 2024
In a lifestyle article published in "Esquire" magazine on April 9, Kona Village, located nine miles north of Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport, was the only Hawai‘i hotel named among the 41 best new hotels in North America and Europe for 2024.
