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Mayor Bissen responds to UHERO analysis of vacation rental phase-out economic impacts
Mayor Richard Bissen and his Communications Office have provided point-by-point responses to Monday’s release of the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s analysis of the mayor’s proposed phase-out of thousands of vacation... April 1, 2025 · 8:31 PM UTC
Maui United Way invests $1.5M in Lahaina Community Land Trust for long-term resilience
Maui United Way has made a significant financial commitment to the Lahaina Community Land Trust with an investment of $1.5 million, designed to help protect and preserve the lands of Lahaina for...Maui News Kula Community Watershed Alliance hosts virtual community conversation on creating…
Maui Business John White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion
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April 2, 2025 · 4:30 AM
Lāna‘i celebrates grand opening of Lāna‘i Skatepark and blessing of Lāna‘i Youth Center
The Lāna‘i Skatepark and Youth Center was blessed Saturday, followed by the grand opening of the skatepark in Lāna‘i City. Department of Parks and Recreation Director Patrick McCall acknowledged all those who contributed to the creation of the skatepark and youth center. He highlighted the importance of providing spaces that foster community connection and offer […]
April 2, 2025 · 3:30 AM
Gov. Green announces three judicial appointments
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., today announced his selections to fill three judicial vacancies. He has appointed Taryn Tomasa Gifford and Karin L. Holma to the Circuit Court of the First Circuit. Holma will fill the vacancy left by Judge Shanlyn A.S. Park and Tomasa Gifford will fill the anticipated vacancy resulting from the retirement of Judge Dean E. Ochiai this summer, pending Senate confirmation.
April 2, 2025 · 2:29 AM
Kula Community Watershed Alliance hosts virtual community conversation on creating fire-resistant homes
The Kula Community Watershed Alliance will host a community conversation focused on residential wildfire prevention and resilience on Thursday, April 3, 2025. The virtual Zoom event, starting at 6 p.m., is designed to equip residents with the tools and knowledge needed to make their homes fire-resistant and reduce the risk of wildfires in the community.
April 2, 2025 · 1:15 AM
John White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion
White has been chosen to lead Hawai’i Farm Project, which oversees brands like Maui Gold Pineapple, Maui Chocolate Tour and more.
April 2, 2025 · 12:15 AM
Kekaha Agriculture Association donates $2,500 to MEO
A $2,500 check from the Kekaha Agriculture Association on Kauaʻi was presented to Maui Economic Opportunity at the nonprofit’s recent fundraising gala.
April 1, 2025 · 10:55 PM
The Construction Industry of Maui raises $65,000, donates to 5 high school construction vocational programs
The Construction Industry of Maui (CIM) today announced it is donating tens of thousands of dollars to Maui County high school construction vocational programs, with the first round of disbursements this month.
April 1, 2025 · 9:05 PM
In-person Lahaina meeting to offer updates on debris transfer, HECO power restoration, Neighborhood Watch program, and CDBG-DR community input
Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui’s Lahaina Community Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.
April 1, 2025 · 8:31 PM
Mayor Bissen responds to UHERO analysis of vacation rental phase-out economic impacts
Mayor Richard Bissen and his Communications Office have provided point-by-point responses to Monday’s release of the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s analysis of the mayor’s proposed phase-out of thousands of vacation rentals in apartment-zoned districts. The phase-out proposal has gone through Maui County planning commissions. Now, it’s pending before the Maui County Council, which […]
April 1, 2025 · 8:11 PM
MEMA issues reminder that April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawaiʻi
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is reminding the community that April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i. This month is an opportunity for residents to prepare, protect their properties and safeguard loved ones, particularly in light of the tragic 1946 tsunami disaster.
April 1, 2025 · 6:14 PM
Child & Family Service: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child abuse remains a critical issue in Hawaiʻi. According to the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health’s 2023 Child Abuse and Neglect Report, 4,269 children were reported as potential victims, with 788 confirmed cases, a confirmation rate of 18%.
April 1, 2025 · 5:22 PM
Maui United Way invests $1.5M in Lahaina Community Land Trust for long-term resilience
Maui United Way has made a significant financial commitment to the Lahaina Community Land Trust with an investment of $1.5 million, designed to help protect and preserve the lands of Lahaina for future generations. This funding aims to support LCLT’s mission of ensuring that Lahaina’s lands remain in the hands of its local residents, with an emphasis on safeguarding affordable housing, cultural spaces and ecosystems.
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Monday Morning MIL: Kamehameha Maui leads tight Division I baseball race at midseason
March 31, 2025 · 5:03 PM UTC
As property values climb, Maui County eyes lower tax rates for resident homeowners
March 30, 2025 · 6:03 PM UTC
Hoping for an economic boost, mayor’s budget puts money towards major sports events
March 29, 2025 · 6:01 PM UTC
U.S. Rep Tokuda tells Maui residents fearful of Trump’s changes: ‘You need to help us agitate’
March 26, 2025 · 10:16 PM UTC
Maui Business
April 2, 2025 · 1:15 AM
John White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion
March 30, 2025 · 4:00 PM
DBEDT: Visitor spending on Maui eclipses pre-pandemic levels in February despite fewer travelers
Arts & Entertainment
March 27, 2025 · 3:30 AM
Spectra Fest to bring vibrant murals and community celebration to Lahaina, June 9-13
March 26, 2025 · 9:30 PM
Honor Prince Kūhiō’s legacy at Maui Hoʻolauleʻa, March 28 at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
Maui Food and Dining
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort debuts new culinary concept at Botero Lounge
March 25, 2025 · 10:30 PM UTC
Michelin-starred chef Sujan Sarkar to headline Kapalua Wine & Chef Series, April 12
March 23, 2025 · 10:00 PM UTC
Westin Maui partners with Langtry Farms to launch exclusive wine collection
March 23, 2025 · 2:00 AM UTC
Aurum Maui set to debut at The Shops at Wailea in early 2025, restaurant now hiring
March 22, 2025 · 10:00 PM UTC
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Maui Real Estate
Hoʻonani Village proposed on 166 acre parcel makai of Hansen Road in Kahului
March 18, 2025 · 4:46 PM UTC
Armstrong Builders wins top industry award for design and construction of Wailea’s Laʻi Loa
March 9, 2025 · 8:00 PM UTC
Hale O Piʻikea III affordable housing on Maui is backed by $15.4M in financing
March 6, 2025 · 5:02 PM UTC
Bill to ban algorithmic price-setting in Hawaiʻi’s rental market moves ahead in Senate
February 19, 2025 · 5:17 PM UTC
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Coworking space now offers AI programs to improve research, education, development
The Kuleana AI Lab will teach the foundational skills of AI technologies to the community through workshops, office hours, published research and collaborative projects.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 02, 2025
Rain chances will steadily increase through the week especially over the western half of the state as a frontal boundary moves over Kauai and stalls near Oahu...
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 02, 2025
A series of small overlapping north and northwest swells will keep some surf in place along exposed north and east facing shores through late Wednesday. A...
Big Island News
6 Native Hawaiians recognized in bipartisan resolution celebrating Women’s History Month
Specific Native Hawaiian women spotlighted in the resolution included: Queen Ka‘ahumanu, Isabella Kauakea Yau Yung Aiona Abbott, Mary Kawena Pukui, Edith Kenao Kanaka‘ole, Rell Kapolioka‘ehukai Sunn, and Emma Ka‘ilikapuolono Metcalf Beckley Nakuina.
Man taken into custody following robbery at auto parts store in Hilo
The suspect brandished a knife, verbally threatening and injured an employee during the alleged incident.
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for April 02, 2025
A series of small overlapping north and northwest swells will keep some surf in place along exposed north and east facing shores through late Wednesday. A...