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Maui County Council voted to urgently close Holomua Road for safety reasons. One year later, it’s still open
Gates to restrict access to the road could be installed anywhere from six months to a year or more. As they sit in limbo, houseless community members living there worry where they’ll go next. June 13, 2025 · 06:07am
Lahaina Town street design is focus of workshops, open houses, June 24-26
The County of Maui Office of Recovery invites the community to provide input on the way streets in the commercial core of Lahaina town, including Front Street, are rebuilt during a series of design...Maui News Volcano Watch: Six Months of Halemaʻumaʻu Lava Fountains
Maui News Federal funding terminated for UH program that supports women in STEM
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Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency issues test alert; there is no threat to the state
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA) would like to inform the public that a test alert was issued today around 11:03 a.m. at one of its alternate alert notification sites. This test is a routine procedure designed to ensure that our emergency communication systems are functioning properly and can effectively provide critical information during actual emergencies. There is no current threat to the state of Hawaiʻi. This test was intended solely to validate department systems.
Case voices opposition to proposed annual defense funding measure
“While the measure funds many critical Hawai‘i and Indo-Pacific priorities I requested, I regrettably had to vote against this version because it eliminates support for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative and fails to fund a cohesive and coordinated all-government defense strategy, all of which is critical as we face the generational challenge of the People’s Republic of China,” said Case.
Volcano Watch: Six Months of Halemaʻumaʻu Lava Fountains
There is much to appreciate about the ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption as it approaches its 6-month anniversary on June 23. The stunning episodic lava fountains and lava flows erupting within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park have provided island residents and visitors with safe and accessible viewing opportunities. However, volcanic hazards are always present.
Federal funding terminated for UH program that supports women in STEM
“SOEST is Hawaiʻi’s largest producer of geoscience graduates—alumni who go on to monitor volcanic hazards, predict extreme weather, conduct assessments of environmental impacts, ensure sustainable use of Hawaiʻi’s freshwater resources, and more,” said Barbara Bruno, project lead and faculty member at the Hawaiʻi Institute of Geophysics and Planetology in the UH Mānoa School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology. “I think the biggest impact of this termination is the loss of professional development opportunities for women. STEM is hemorrhaging women—we need programs to keep them.”
Nā Keiki O Emalia hossts annual online fundraiser, bidding open through June 19
Since 2015, Na Keiki O Emalia has helped grieving children and teens find hope, healing, and connection following the death of someone significant in their lives. As we honor a decade of impact, we invite your participation in our signature annual fundraiser, Emalia’s Table, taking place online June 13–19, 2025.
Lahaina Town street design is focus of workshops, open houses, June 24-26
The County of Maui Office of Recovery invites the community to provide input on the way streets in the commercial core of Lahaina town, including Front Street, are rebuilt during a series of design workshops and open houses slated for June 24-26, 2025.
Input sought for Hoaloha Park Adaptation Plan through July 16
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation invites residents to review and provide feedback on a proposed adaptation plan for Hoaloha Park in Kahului.
East Maui Authority scheduled for community discussions, June 16-18
Maui residents are invited to join a conversation with water resource and finance experts to help shape a sustainable, equitable and community-led future for East Maui’s watershed, according to an announcement. The Kula Community Association, Haʻikū Community Association and wikiwai.org are supporting the East Maui Water Authority and its community board, the ‘Aha Wai O […]
Potential contamination: Hawai‘i residents alerted to national cotton swab recall
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a recall issued by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. of its Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs because of potential microbial contamination in the cotton swab components. The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including supermarkets and drug […]
Maui’s single-family home prices increase; condo sales decline in April and May 2025
Maui’s housing market experienced similar trends in April and May, with both single-family and condominium sales declining compared to the same time last year, according to the latest data from the Realtors Association of Maui.
Traffic advisory, facility closures June 18 due to large, sold-out Rams Mauicamp
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation issued a traffic advisory from 6 a.m. to noon Wednesday, June 18, 2025, for roadways surrounding War Memorial Complex and Keōpūolani Regional Park in Kahului due to the large, sold-out professional sporting event Rams Mauicamp. Also, public facilities will be closed to recreational use during the event.
Next MEO Core Four business planning course scheduled for July
The fourth Core Four Business Planning Course series of the year, presented by Maui Economic Opportunity’s Business Development Center, starts July 1. It runs twice weekly through July 31. Classes are in-person only at MEO’s Wailuku classroom, 99 Mahalani St., behind the J. Walter Cameron Center. The Core Four Business Planning classes focus on why and […]
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Department of Health alerts Hawaiʻi residents to national recall on Zicam, Orajel cotton swabs
The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets and drug stores in Hawai‘i.
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia voyaging canoes reach the doldrums in journey from Hilo to Tahiti
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia, the voyaging canoes of the Polynesian Voyaging Society, have reached the Intertropical Convergence Zone that is commonly known as the doldrums as they continue their journey from Hilo to Tahiti.
Obon season celebrates ancestors through unified dances, traditional activities
Kauaʻi's Obon season kicks off this weekend, bringing people of all backgrounds together for bon dances at Buddhist temples, honoring ancestors through joyful celebration and community engagement.
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Hawai‘i Department of Health alerts residents to national recall on Zicam, Orajel cotton swabs
The Food and Drug Branch of the Hawai‘i Department of Health has put out an alert to residents about a recall issued by Church & Dwight Co. of its Zicam and Orajel swabs because of potential microbial contamination in the cotton swab components. The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including at supermarkets and drug stores in […]
Lifeguard tower installed at Kohanaiki Beach Park in Kona
Rachel Able pushed the lifeguard tower after her daughter died from injuries suffered in a surf accident at the beach in 2022.
Repairs on Fire Department connection to begin June 16 at Pāhoa Transfer Station
While all services will continue to be available during repairs at the Pāhoa Transfer station, the construction area located near the entrance may impact access, traffic flow and parking.