Maui News Proposals sought for Maui Affordable Housing Fund projects
Maui News Hawaiʻi gas prices move up slightly
Maui paramedic to be honored at Stars of Life Awards Ceremony in Washington D.C.
David Kingdon, a paramedic with American Medical Response Maui County, has been named one of 33 Global Medical Response Stars of Life. October 17, 2024 · 05:40am
New MEO bus for East Maui blessed
A new Maui Economic Opportunity 14-passenger bus that will be running through the streets of East Maui was blessed Tuesday in Hāna with community members, Maui County officials and MEO staff...Maui News Costal Flood Statement in effect through Sunday morning
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Proposals sought for Maui Affordable Housing Fund projects
The County of Maui Department of Housing issued a request for proposals seeking affordable housing projects that will be funded by the Affordable Housing Fund in Fiscal Year 2026. The projects must propose housing solutions that provide housing for families earning 140% and below of the County of Maui’s median family income.
Hawaiʻi gas prices move up slightly
Hawaiʻi gas prices moved up slightly in most areas over the past week, according to the AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch. The statewide average price for regular unleaded is $4.60, one cent higher than last week and 18 cents lower than a year ago. The national average gas price is $3.19, two cents lower than last week.
Costal Flood Statement in effect through Sunday morning
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement, in effect from late Thursday night through Sunday morning. Isolated minor coastal flooding is expected around daily peak tides in vulnerable low-lying coastal areas.
Update/Open: Kona airport runway temporarily closed due to the nose gear collapse of a Cessna plane
The runway at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole has reopened as of 2:25 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. Passengers should contact their airline to check on the status of their flight.
Ke Alahele Education Fund Dinner in support of STEM education, Oct. 26
The long-awaited Maui Economic Development Board’s Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction, “Pathways To Our Future” takes place on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Organizers say participation and generosity helps to advance STEM education and workforce development, playing a vital role in the well-being and future prosperity of the islands.
Maui Adult Day Care Center hosts 2024 Family Caregiver Walk at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center, Oct. 19
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes Maui Adult Day Care Center for the 2024 Family Caregiver Walk on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, from 7 to 11 a.m. This annual event invites the Maui community to celebrate caregivers and support the vital services the organization provides to our kūpuna and their families.
Environmental monitoring report released for Olowalu temporary wildfire debris site
The Maui County Department of Environmental Management and US Army Corps of Engineers have released a third quarterly report on ongoing activities at the Olowalu temporary wildfire debris disposal site.
New MEO bus for East Maui blessed
A new Maui Economic Opportunity 14-passenger bus that will be running through the streets of East Maui was blessed Tuesday in Hāna with community members, Maui County officials and MEO staff attending.
Maui Fire Department responds to two brush fires overnight
Maui firefighters responded to two brush fires overnight—one in Haʻikū, and the other along the Kūihelani Highway in Central Maui.
Maui Strong Fund grants available for post-wildfire housing and mental health programs
Three new Maui Strong Fund opportunities are available as grants for programs that address solutions for interim- and long-term housing and mental health assistance, the Hawai‘i Community Foundation announced.
‘Historical Investigations in West Maui’ uncovers forgotten Lahaina
A newly released book, “Historical Investigations in West Maui” uncovers forgotten histories of Lahaina in the 19th and early 20th centuries, according to an announcement of the book’s release.
Firewise community hazard assessment completed for Villages of Leialiʻi
In an effort to protect their community from the threat of wildfires, homesteaders with residential lots at the Villages of Leialiʻi in Lahaina have completed a community hazard assessment with the Hawaiʻ Wildlife Management Organization.
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Ke Alahele Education Fund Dinner in support of STEM education, Oct. 26
The long-awaited Maui Economic Development Board’s Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction, “Pathways To Our Future” takes place on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. Organizers say participation and generosity helps to advance STEM education and workforce development, playing a vital role in the well-being and future prosperity of the islands.
Rezoning for Queen Kaʻahumanu Center clears path forward, owner representative says
The representative of the owner of Queen Kaʻahumanu Center is lauding the Maui County Council’s approval of rezoning for the Kahului complex that has struggled in recent years with the decline of brick-and-mortar shopping malls.
Young Brothers requests rate adjustment to sustain vital interisland shipping
Young Brothers, LLC has filed a rate case with the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission, requesting approval of a $26.3 million increase in revenue – or an average 20% increase in rates for the majority of cargo – to cover significant increases in the cost of service, support critical investments to upgrade equipment and infrastructure, and sustain the vital interisland shipping service that connects the state’s island communities.
Maui’s ʻOkoʻa Farms announces store expansion, doubles down on local, organic food network
Following a successful year at their upcountry storefront, ʻOkoʻa Farms announces the purchase of an additional unit to expand their operations. The 1,000 square foot unit will provide them the space to feature more locally sourced produce and products while providing market-goers with an elevated shopping experience.
Arts & Entertainment
‘Shaka’ doc to screen at film festival at MACC on Sunday
“Shaka, A Story of Aloha” will premiere at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Sunday, Oct. 20 at 1 p.m. The feature-length documentary delves into the origins, meanings, and mysteries of the iconic hand-sign, which this year became the official gesture of Hawai‘i.
Delbert Anderson Quartet to debut on Maui: Jazz, Funk and Hip-Hop Sounds
Maui will soon get a jazz experience from the Diné (Navajo) people.
Wailuku Art Space exhibition opens Friday
Maui Comics is curating an art exhibition that opens 5-9 p.m. Friday at Wailuku Art Space, 53 N. Market St., featuring comics and original art by local creators. The gallery run will last through Nov. 2 daily at 5-9 p.m.
MACC presents free Keiki Halloween Festival & Cinema in partnership with Imua Family Services, Oct. 26
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center is teaming up with Imua Family Services for a Keiki Halloween Festival & Cinema Saturday, Oct. 26 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the MACC’s A&B Amphitheater, Yokouchi Pavilion and Events Lawn. This FREE ‘Mega Monster Mashup’ event at the MACC will feature a variety of activities including dozens of trick or treat stations, an animal encounter area, live music from DJ Boomshot and Marty Dread and two films on the big screen, It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and Hotel Transylvania.
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City University of New York administrator to take helm at University of Hawaiʻi
The university's Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.
Minor King Tides coming to coastal court as October supermoon rises
Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Kauai Weather Forecast for October 17, 2024
Gentle to localized sea breezes will be the dominant wind pattern today. There will be an increase in overall shower coverage the next couple of days,...
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1 teen dead, 3 others seriously injured in Waikōloa car vs. semi collision
A silver 2022 Chevrolet Spark sedan being driven by a 17-year-old girl was turning left shortly before 8 a.m. Thursday morning onto Māmalahoa Highway from Waikōloa Road when it was broadsided by a white 2018 Peterbilt semi tractor-trailer transporting 5,000 gallons of water that was heading south on Waikōloa Road.
Update: Runway reopens at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport following brief closure
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises passengers to check with their airline about status of their flight.
Hensel to be next president of University of Hawaiʻi
The university's Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.
October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides
Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Young Brothers seeks 20% rate hike on majority of cargo
The shipping company is asking the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission for the additional revenue to cover significant spikes in service costs, support critical investments in equipment and infrastructure upgrades and sustain vital interisland services.
