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Wailuku man dies after being Tased by Maui police
An incident involving a Maui Police Department officer resulted in the use of a Taser and the subsequent death of Televise Sau, 53, of Wailuku, according to department reports. April 18, 2024 · 07:48pmPedestrian critically injured in hit-and-run collision reported Wednesday night in Kīhei
A 34-year-old Kīhei woman suffered critical, life-threatening injuries when she was struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run collision on South Kihei Road, Wednesday night.Maui News House passes law to increase penalties for driving without a license
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Latest Maui News
Maui police release composite sketches of suspects in alleged pedestrian assault
Maui police released composite sketches (depicted above) on Friday of two suspects in an alleged pedestrian assault reported on March 31, 2024 in a van near Sugar Beach in Kīhei.
County: 90-day report shows environmental compliance at Olowalu Temporary Disposal Site for wildfire debris
The County of Maui reports that findings from sampling and monitoring for the first 90 days of operation at the Olowalu Temporary Debris Storage site are in compliance with county, state and federal environmental regulations.
House passes law to increase penalties for driving without a license
The House of Representatives on Thursday passed House Bill 2526 HD2 SD1, which increases the statutory penalties for repeat offenders who drive without a license or while on a suspended license. Upon a third conviction within five years, the offense would become a Class C felony, carrying a maximum term of five years in prison.
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse makes its debut on Maui at The Shops at Wailea
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener made its long anticipated debut on Maui at The Shops at Wailea last week.
Volunteers sought for Saturday’s bike give away to wildfire displaced Maui residents
Maui Bicycling League members and supporters are encouraged to volunteer for a bike giveaway for wildfire displaced residents, set for Saturday at Krank Cycles on Kupuohi St. in Lahaina.
Molokaʻi teacher selected to explore deep ocean aboard Nautilus vessel
Gandharva Mahina Hou Ross from O Hina I Ka Malama Hawaiian Language Immersion Program at Molokaʻi High School has been selected by Ocean Exploration Trust as a 2024 Science Communication Fellow. Ross, who originally hails from Waialua Manaʻe Molokaʻi, will sail aboard OET’s exploration vessel Nautilus this summer as part of a deep ocean exploration team.
Oni Foundation Inc. unveils Wonderful World of Aloha multicultural dance and activities center at Maui’s QKC
Maui-based nonprofit Oni Foundation Inc. opens its new Wonderful World of Aloha 4,000-square-foot multicultural dance and activities center at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului. The dance and activities center opens May 1, 2024, offering cultural dance and hands-on learning experiences for kamaʻāina and visitors.
White Goods Appliance Recycling event, April 25-27 for residents in Lahaina Wildfire Disaster area
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management is partnering with nonprofit Mālama Maui Nui to provide a White Goods Appliance Collection pick-up and drop-off event for Lahaina residents directly impacted by the August 2023 fires.
2024-2025 Hawai‘i hunting stamp contest winners announced
Winners of the 2024-2025 Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp Art Contest have been announced by the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife.
NaHHA receives funding to provide tourism workforce training based in Hawaiian culture
The Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association (NaHHA), with support from funds issued through a joint partnership between the Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED) and the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA), has been awarded $50,000 in NATIVE Act funding to provide workforce development trainings based in the foundational values of the Hawaiian culture.
Fujimoto joins Hale Management as CEO and AEPAC as President; Company supports cultural monitoring for Lahaina wildfire debris
Hale Management, LLC has named Hawaiʻi banking industry veteran, Blenn A. Fujimoto as its CEO; and subsidiary, AEPAC has tapped Fujimoto as its new president. AEPAC supports the US Army Corps of Engineers cultural monitoring contract for debris-related Federal Emergency Management Agency missions in response to the Lahaina wildfires on Maui, for which AEPAC serves as the prime contractor.
Hammerhead Metals Recycling closed through April 22; processing vehicles from Lahaina Wildfire Disaster Area continues
Hammerhead management has stated, “Due to exigent circumstances, including but not limited to the wildfires of Lahaina, we have decided to close our yard for one week,” the company said in announcing the closure that began Tuesday, April 16. “This closure will allow us to prioritize the removal of more than 3,600 tons of metal that we currently have on property. Our decision does not come lightly; the safety of our staff, vendors, and customers are our number one priority.” The facility will reopen and resume accepting materials at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23.
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Wolfgang’s Steakhouse makes its debut on Maui at The Shops at Wailea
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener made its long anticipated debut on Maui at The Shops at Wailea last week.
Oni Foundation Inc. unveils Wonderful World of Aloha multicultural dance and activities center at Maui’s QKC
Maui-based nonprofit Oni Foundation Inc. opens its new Wonderful World of Aloha 4,000-square-foot multicultural dance and activities center at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului. The dance and activities center opens May 1, 2024, offering cultural dance and hands-on learning experiences for kamaʻāina and visitors.
NaHHA receives funding to provide tourism workforce training based in Hawaiian culture
The Native Hawaiian Hospitality Association (NaHHA), with support from funds issued through a joint partnership between the Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED) and the American Indian Alaska Native Tourism Association (AIANTA), has been awarded $50,000 in NATIVE Act funding to provide workforce development trainings based in the foundational values of the Hawaiian culture.
Fujimoto joins Hale Management as CEO and AEPAC as President; Company supports cultural monitoring for Lahaina wildfire debris
Hale Management, LLC has named Hawaiʻi banking industry veteran, Blenn A. Fujimoto as its CEO; and subsidiary, AEPAC has tapped Fujimoto as its new president. AEPAC supports the US Army Corps of Engineers cultural monitoring contract for debris-related Federal Emergency Management Agency missions in response to the Lahaina wildfires on Maui, for which AEPAC serves as the prime contractor.
Arts & Entertainment
Inside scoop: Maui’s Kamalei Kawaʻa dedicates song to his wife on NBC’s ‘The Voice’
If Kamalei Kawa’a's performance struck viewers as emotional, it's because it truly was. Kawa’a told Maui Now that his Monday night performance was one of the hardest performances, if not the hardest performance he's ever had to do.
Oni Foundation Inc. unveils Wonderful World of Aloha multicultural dance and activities center at Maui’s QKC
Maui-based nonprofit Oni Foundation Inc. opens its new Wonderful World of Aloha 4,000-square-foot multicultural dance and activities center at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului. The dance and activities center opens May 1, 2024, offering cultural dance and hands-on learning experiences for kamaʻāina and visitors.
Maui Mall Village hosts annual Art of Trash & Trashion Show, April 22
Maui Mall Village is pleased to once again host The Art of Trash & Trashion Show, which kicks off on Earth Day, April 22, 2024. Mālama Maui Nui presents the annual programs to promote the vital message of upcycling through the imaginative transformation of trash. Kamaʻāina and visitors can attend the free opening night “trashion” show and visit the gallery conveniently located at Maui Mall Village.
The Green with Allen Stone and Seven Suns to perform at the MACC this Friday
One of the most successful and adored bands to come out of Hawai‘i, The Green, will perform on Maui this Friday.
Inside scoop: Maui’s Kamalei Kawaʻa dedicates song to his wife on NBC’s ‘The Voice’
If Kamalei Kawa’a’s performance struck viewers as emotional, it’s because it truly was. Kawa’a told Maui Now that his Monday night performance was one of the hardest performances, if not the hardest performance he’s ever had to do.
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Kauai News
Brown water advisory issued at four Kaua‘i beaches
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following heavy rains.
Seven lease-holds for state-owned cabins in Kaua‘i parks auctioned off to residents
The leases were awarded during a high-interest auction on Thursday.
Update: 16-year-old runaway from Puhi returns to his family safely
Akoni Bermoy was previously reported missing April 12.
Big Island News
Shooting in Puna leaves man with multiple injuries; 1 man in custody
Shortly before 11 a.m. on Friday, Hawai‘i Island police responded to an unknown type of disturbance at a residence on 7th Avenue in Hawaiian Paradise Park.
High wind warning issued on Big Island summits
West winds 50 to 60 mph with localized gusts over 70 mph are forecast.
Hawai‘i Island man charged after reportedly found with dozens of fentanyl pills in Hilo warehouse
According to Hawai‘i County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, the amount of pills the suspect had in his possession was equivalent to approximately 3,980 lethal doses of the synthetic opioid.