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Maui County-run ferry service aims to launch for Lāna‘i next year, Moloka‘i in 2029
Ferry service is a critical option in a county where residents often travel between islands for jobs, doctor's appointments, shopping and sports. September 20, 2026 · 06:00am
Public invited to attend War Memorial Gymnasium blessing Friday, Sept. 25
Community members are invited to attend a blessing ceremony at noon Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, for the newly renovated War Memorial Gymnasium in Wailuku. The blessing ceremony will take place ahead of...Maui News USPS hosting Passport Fair at Kahului Post Office, Sept. 26, 2026
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Mayor Bissen signs County Food and Nutrition Security Plan into law
Mayor Richard Bissen signed Bill 98 into law yesterday, codifying the Maui County Food and Nutrition Security Plan and establishing a long-term framework to strengthen food security and Maui County’s local food system.
County Department of Agriculture launches Niu, Kalo, ‘Ulu Grant program
The County of Maui Department of Agriculture is launching the Fiscal Year 2027 Niu, Kalo and ‘Ulu Grant program to support Maui County farmers, agricultural producers and community organizations in cultivating and expanding production of traditional kūpuna crops.
MFD announces public outreach event held in conjunction withwildfire training
The course focuses on honing the skills of firefighting personnel as they fight fires in the “wildland urban interface” (WUI), the area where wildland fires begin to impact built up areas and structures. The training will take place from Oct. 6-9, 2026.
Public invited to attend War Memorial Gymnasium blessing Friday, Sept. 25
Community members are invited to attend a blessing ceremony at noon Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, for the newly renovated War Memorial Gymnasium in Wailuku. The blessing ceremony will take place ahead of the project’s full completion. Following the ceremony, the gymnasium will transition into a soft-opening period as finishing details are completed.
USPS hosting Passport Fair at Kahului Post Office, Sept. 26, 2026
Kahului Post Office is adding extra appointment times to help with new passport or passport card applications, including application acceptance, on-site passport photos, and guidance from certified USPS passport clerks.
Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation distributing $200,000 in Hurricane Relief
The Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of Hawai‘i Realtors, is encouraging Hawai‘i residents to apply for grants up to $1,000 to help offset the impact of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell.
Free biocultural garden and farming education workshops at UH Maui College
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is hosting a series of three new, free community education workshops for all ages connecting farming, indigenous knowledge, and hands-on activities.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General publishes 2025 statewide crime data showing 54,000 serious criminal offenses
Crime in Hawaiʻi declined by more than 10% in 2025 compared with the year before, according to statewide crime statistics.
Maui County Council panel confronts infrastructure deficiencies and costs in South Maui plan update
Maui County Council members are four days into a close, section-by-section review of the South Maui Community Plan update—and they’re running into hard questions about whether the county can deliver on the plan’s goals and designated growth areas.
New deputy administrator selected for County Maui Emergency Management Agency
Francis Kau has been selected as the new deputy administrator of the County Maui Emergency Management Agency.
Kalama Intermediate expands ‘Drive With Aloha’ to middle school for first time
Kalama Intermediate School has been selected as the first middle school campus in Hawaiʻi to join the statewide “Drive With Aloha” campaign initiative.
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association announces new 2026-2027 Board of Directors
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association announced the elected 2026-2027 Board of Directors during their annual meeting on Sept. 10, 2026 at the Westin Maui Resort & Spa. Every year, members vote on candidates nominated by MHLA property and allied businesses to form the governing board that directs the voice of the visitor industry.
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America tuned up to perform at MACC’s Castle Theater on Nov. 7; general public tickets go on sale Sept. 18
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Tropical Storm Odalys forms in the Pacific, gradually strengthening
Currently well east-southeast of the Hawaiian Islands, environmental conditions appear conducive for some development of this system by the middle to latter portion of this week.
Merry marchers sought: Registration open for 2026 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade
Community organizations, bands, clubs, businesses, civic groups, hula hālau, motorcades, custom cars, beauty queens, public officials and all others interested are invited to register now for the parade and brightly blanket the community in familiar festive features.
Nā Leo TV launches 2026 Youth Media Challenge
Challenge invites Hawai‘i Island youth in grades 4 through 11 and emerging creators in grade 12 through age 24 years old to create, share and be heard.
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo associate English professor launches new book
Patsy Iwasaki's new "Gathering the Story: Designing Education Through the Documentary Lens" examines the critical yet understudied research and information-gathering stages of documentary filmmaking; it is now available for purchase at the University of Hawai‘i website.
Kauai News
Tokuda visits Pacific Missile Range Facility during Hurricane Lowell recovery operations
U.S. congresswoman who represents Hawai‘i's 2nd Congressional District in Washington, which includes Kaua‘i County, recently came to the West Kaua‘i installation to see firsthand damage from Hurricane Lowell as well as speak with sailors, installation personnel and officials.
Become an ‘Empowered Caregiver’ during this special education program hosted by Alzheimer’s Association
Fall 2026 cohort sessions are designed to provide caregivers with information, support and practical tools to help them navigate the challenges of caring for someone with dementia.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Hurricane Lowell recovery continues around Kaua‘i, some of which is still experiencing power outages, without access to some areas and other hazards; 96% of Kaua'i Island Utility Cooperative members had their power back by Saturday night and work continues clearing trees and more in the hardest-hit places, Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources announced Saturday the limited reopening of some state lands early Monday morning.