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Live concerts, art shows and more at The Shops at Wailea

There’s still plenty of time this month to experience a vibrant mix of music, art and cultural events at The Shops at Wailea. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the coming weeks.

Maui County receives $15.43M grant for West Maui Greenway project

The County of Maui was recently awarded a $15.43 million grant from the federal government to support the first phase of the West Maui Greenway, a project that will contribute to several key areas of Lahaina’s recovery from the 2023 Maui wildfires.

Volcano Watch: What tiny crystals can tell us about their trip through the magma chamber

Like fortune tellers who peer into a crystal ball for insight, volcanologists at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory peer into the tiny crystals contained in lava flows to learn about the magma’s journey before it was erupted onto the surface. 

Tokuda joins Hirono in introducing bill to fight Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death

US Rep. Jill Tokuda and US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono have introduced legislation to fight the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death in Hawaiʻi.

Six HIDOE educators receive nation’s highest award for science and mathematics teachers

Six Hawai‘i public school educators received the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the nation’s highest award that a science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching in the United States, President Joe Biden announced this week.

Imua Family Services’ 78th Anniversary Gala evening inspired by Flamenco dance

Imua Family Services has announced its 78th Anniversary Gala, La Gran Gala Flamenco, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.

Deferred retirement option aimed at retaining police officers in Hawaiʻi

In an effort to recruit and retain police officers, Senate President Ronald Kouchi is proposing a measure to establish a deferred retirement option program.

Senate bill introduced to encourage mixed-use developments in Maui County

Maui’s affordable housing crisis is spurring some creative ways to increase the island’s housing inventory, including a bill to encourage mixed-use developments introduced by Sen. Angus McKelvey (West and South Maui, Mā‘alaea and Waikapū) and a half-dozen other senators.

Legislative measure would have state acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain

The state Department of Land and Natural Resources would be required to acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain and then hold them in trust for the management by Maui County, according to a bill introduced this legislative session.

Traffic Advisory: Crews repair traffic light pole at Hāna / Haleakalā Highway intersection

(Update: 12:25 p.m., Jan. 16, 2025) The traffic signal at the intersection of Hāna Highway and Haleakalā Highway has been repaired.

Senate bill would continue licensing for certified midwives

A bill to make it easier for expectant mothers to give birth at home is under consideration by state lawmakers.

Subaru Telescope’s new compound eye to start exploring the universe in February

The Subaru Telescope in Hawaiʻi, announced the addition of a new capability as it studies from nearby objects to the distant Universe. A powerful compound eye likened to that of an insect will allow the telescope to simultaneously observe about 2,400 celestial bodies. This innovative eye can capture cosmic rainbows (spectra), enabling detailed exploration of the Universe.

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Maui County making plans to bring back the fair after years of cancellations
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Monday Morning MIL: There’s a new Coach Lee for Maui High School football
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It’s a challenge: Expediting the rebuilding of homes in Lahaina’s downtown without compromising historic character
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Maui coffee farmers: How did Mahi Pono obtain disease-resistant plants while they could not?
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Maui court confirms residents should have received hearing before sweep of homeless encampment

Maui Election Chevron Forward

Maui County Council members take oath of office for 2025-2027 term
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court finds in favor of Cook in challenge of his election to South Maui Council seat
Office of the Maui County Clerk files opposition in election challenge for South Maui Council race
Schatz, Durbin, Welch introduce amendment to end Electoral College
Kaialiʻi Kahele elected OHA Board of Trustees chair

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Surveys to help shape Maui’s agricultural future open to all

The nonprofit Common Ground Collective is calling on all members of the Maui community involved in food production, preparation, distribution and grocery shoppers to share their input by participating in its surveys. Feedback will be used to create agricultural infrastructure and to improve access to locally grown food on the island.

Mokulele Airlines puts temporary pause on all flights due to maintenance

Mokulele Airlines has temporarily paused all of its flights this morning, according to an announcement on the company’s website. The airline says the pause is due to maintenance and is being done out of an abundance of caution.

Hawaiian Electric safety strategy details actions to reduce potential for wildfires

Hawaiian Electric plans to deploy new technology, fortify infrastructure, minimize fire hazards and expand community partnerships to significantly reduce the risk of a wildfire started by its equipment, actions detailed in a new Wildfire Safety Strategy.

Maui Land & Pineapple welcomes Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina to Kapalua Resort 

Maui Land & Pineapple Company, Inc. announced that Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina will soon open their second location at Kapalua Resort after the 2023 wildfires claimed its original Front Street location.

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Live concerts, art shows and more at The Shops at Wailea

There’s still plenty of time this month to experience a vibrant mix of music, art and cultural events at The Shops at Wailea. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the coming weeks.

Seabury Hall students present Art With Heart, Feb. 1, 2025

The Seabury Hall student group Art with Heart presents its annual collective of Seabury student art and performances entitled “The Family You Choose” on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the school’s ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center. The fine art gallery opens at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. 

Inaugural Recreation Expo for West Maui youth, Jan. 18

The West Maui Recreational Committee with Mana Mentors and Kahakukahi Foundation host the inaugural Recreation Expo for West Maui youth, Jan, 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. at DT Fleming Beach. The community event is focused on bringing youth activities—from sports to music—to keiki.

Akakū Upstairs hosts ‘My Partner’ film screening and discussion, Jan. 16

Akakū Maui Community Media kicks off its 2025 monthly Akakū Upstairs salon series on Thursday Jan. 16, 2025, with a screening of the award winning feature film, “My Partner.” There will be a followup discussion with Maui writer Lance D. Collins and Kānaka Maoli Director Keli’i Grace. 

Award-winning Aoi Trio making their Maui concert debut on Feb. 6

The MACC presents the award-winning musicians of the Aoi Trio making their Maui debut in Castle Theater on Thursday, Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Concert tickets go on sale online only at MauiArts.org on Tuesday, Jan. 14.

Maui Food & Dining Chevron Forward

Paniolo’s Steak & Seafood Bar & Grill opens at Azeka Shopping Center
Maui Land & Pineapple welcomes Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina to Kapalua Resort 
Oao Sushi opens at Puʻunēnē Shopping Center
Maui Lobster King opens at Azeka Shopping Center
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Maui Real Estate Chevron Forward

November single-family home prices shy of all-time record, but not by much
Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg donate $626,000 to support permanently affordable housing on Kaua’i
Median price of single-family homes drops to $1.3 million, down from record high of $1.4 million in September
Op-Ed: Supporting a balanced approach to Maui’s housing crisis

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Kā‘anapali and First Tee Hawai‘i to host Maui Junior Golf Kickoff
Keiki Whale Watch program offers Maui students an educational adventure
Last-minute holiday shopping at Kōkua for Maui local business event on Dec. 22-23
Maui Mall Village announces festive holiday events, kicking off with Season of Giving Food Drive

Kauai News Chevron Forward

Update: Closures extended through portion of next week for ʻŌpaekaʻa Road in Kapa‘a

One-lane and intermittent full road closures are for tree trimming and removal between Pu‘upilo Road and Makana Road.

Update: Lane closures extended through end of January on Hulemalu Road in Līhu‘e

Lane closures are scheduled 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays only, weather permitting.

Kauai Weather Forecast for January 16, 2025

Winds will remain light today with sea breezes common across the state. Limited showers will favor windward sections of mainly Maui and the Big Island this...

Kauai Surf Forecast for January 16, 2025

The current northwest swell will decline slightly today, followed by significant swell swiftly building in above warning levels on Friday. Long period...

Puhi Park tennis, basketball courts to be closed until second week of May

Crews with contractor Pacific Concrete Cutting & Coring will resurface and make other upgrades at both play courts as part of Kaua‘i County’s $3.1 million Play Court Resurfacing Project.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 17, 2025

A brief round of showers can be expected along a passing cold front tonight followed by developing northerly winds Friday into Saturday. Cool and dry weather...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 17, 2025

A new long-period west-northwest to northwest swell (300 degree to 320 degree) should steadily fill in tonight into Friday and will produce warning level surf...

Police seek man suspected of taking items without permission from vehicle while owner used ATM

The alleged theft happened just before 8 p.m. Dec. 18, 2024, in a bank parking lot on Pauahi Street in Hilo. The unidentified man suspected in the incident fled toward Aupuni Street after being confronted by the vehicle's owner and a bystander.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 16-22: KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, volcano comedy, ‘Aloha Spirit Rising,’ Keiki Fun Run/Walk and more

If ever there was a week when "variety" best fit the top 10 things happening around the Big Island, this would be it. From an hour of volcano stand-up comedy to the return of the KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, there definitely is something for everyone. Check em out today!

Hawaiʻi artists showcase showstopping woodwork in Waimea

Hawaiʻi Wood Guild displays the best of the best island artisans during its 39th annual Invitational Masters Show at Isaacs Art Center at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy.