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Nonprofit’s expansion plan in historic district worries some Wailuku neighbors
Imua Family Services says it’s getting harder to find child care facilities on Maui in the wake of the 2023 wildfires.
Maui Visitors Bureauʻs November ‘Canoe Crop Corner’ at Wailuku First Friday
The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau hosts its second Canoe Crop Corner, a celebration of Maui’s rich agricultural heritage at Wailuku First Friday on Nov. 1. A cultural advisor and chef will continue this showcase the flavors of Hawai’i’s ancient canoe crop, kalo—one of the plants brought to the islands by early Polynesian voyagers.
Asako Plaza plans set for review by Maui County Urban Design Review Board
Members of the Maui County Urban Design Review Board will review plans for construction of Asako Plaza, a new 18,744-square-foot, three-story building at Kehalani Village Center in Wailuku.
Pōhākea public land purchase: 250 acres protected in perpetuity at Māʻalaea Mauka
A community-led preservation effort safeguards Pōhākea, protecting land, three operating wells and a 750,000-gallon water tank for public benefit. The public purchase enables the reduction of recurrent wildfire risks, enhancement of public access to hiking trails, protection of cultural and scenic resources, and reduction of stormwater runoff and erosion impacting Māʻalaea Bay.
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 edition of Hawaiian Music Series features Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback
The next Hawaiian Music Series of 2024 will take place on Thursday, April 25 at 6 p.m. at Hale Hoʻikeʻike at the Bailey House in Wailuku. The free event will feature well-known local musicians Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback.
Health department issues red placard to Wailuku restaurant for pest infestation
A Wailuku restaurant is the latest to receive a red placard from the Hawaiʻi Department of Health’s Maui Food Safety Branch following a complaint inspection conducted April 4, 2024 for an apparent cockroach infestation.
Take flight with ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’: a Pan-tantastic prequel at ʻĪao Theater
A family-friendly presentation of “Peter and the Starcatcher” will run at the Historic ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku for three weeks in a row, starting Feb. 23, 2024.
Artist interview: Earth to Sky sculpture exhibit now open at Imua Discovery Garden in Wailuku
Imua Discovery Garden hosts an outdoor sculpture exhibit, the largest of its kind in Maui County, aimed at raising crucial funds for the nonprofit organization while fostering a deeper appreciation for outdoor art and bolstering support for the Wailuku Arts District.
Wall That Heals: Maui welcomes public display of official Vietnam Memorial Wall replica
The Wall That Heals, the largest replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall that travels the country, arrived at War Memorial Stadium in Wailuku on Feb. 8, marking its first-ever visit to Maui.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Oct. 12-22: Polynesian voyagers festival, The Voice’s Jason Arcilla performance, LGBT Pride Party
Topping our 20 things to do on Maui this week is the three-day Gathering of the Voyagers event in Wailea that celebrates Polynesian culture through story, music, voyaging and dance. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Kaiser to open Lahaina services Aug. 14
Starting Monday, Aug. 14, Kaiser Permanente will be providing medical services to members and non members at several locations in Lahaina.
Pop-up performance by Anthony Pfluke with songs inspired by Wailuku and Kahoʻolawe
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART artist Anthony Pfluke will present a 30-minute public, outdoor pop-up performance featuring original songs inspired by the history, culture and sense of place of Kahoʻolawe and Wailuku, Maui. The event takes place on June 16, 2023, at Kīpuka Square beside the ʻĪao Theater in Wailuku.
Wailuku Community Association to host public meeting on Wailuku updates
The Wailuku Community Association will host a public meeting to provide residents with the latest updates on ongoing and upcoming projects in Wailuku. The meeting will be held on Monday, June 5 at 5:30 p.m. at The Empanada Lady Restaurant and Lounge.
Update: Wailuku man riding a motorcycle dies in collision with moped on Kahekili Highway
A 68-year-old man riding a motorcycle died Sunday morning after a moped crossed the center line of Kahekili Highway in Wailuku and hit him head-on, according to the Maui police.
Road closure alert for Mill Street in Wailuku
A full road closure of Mill Street, from Market Street to Central Avenue, in Wailuku began Saturday morning and will continue through Tuesday, June 28, until 6:00 pm, Maui County announced.
Hawai‘i Land Trust Receives Donation from Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos
Amazon founder and Executive Chair, Jeff Bezos has made two more personal donations to nonprofits on Maui, bringing the growing list of philanthropy on Maui for the e-commerce executive to four. Today’s announcements include monetary donations of unspecified amounts to the Hawaiʻi Land Trust and the Mālama Family Recovery Center.
LIST: Maui Lane Closures, Aug. 21-27
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations.
Settlement Reached in 20 Year Battle Over Water Rights at Nā Wai ʻEhā
The most comprehensive application of the Hawai‘i Water Code to water use and protection in history has been reached after more than two decades of conflict at Nā Wai ʻEhā on Maui, according to state officials. The term Nā Wai ʻEhā refers to the “four great waters of West Maui: Waihe’e, Waiehu, Wailuku, and Waikapū.
Satoki Yamamoto Track Open Hours Extended
Residents who enjoy exercise at the Satoki Yamamoto Track at War Memorial Stadium will have more time to walk or jog there beginning Tuesday, June 15, 2021, the Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
