Maui County temporary service sites to close as threats from Lowell diminish

Since this morning, Hawaiian Electric crews have restored power to approximately 13,100 Oʻahu customers following Hurricane Lowell’s damaging tropical storm-force winds and heavy rainfall. As of 3 p.m., approximately 7,900 customers remain without power.

Hawaiian Telcom announced enhancements to its business fiber internet portfolio, including expanded symmetrical upload and download speeds across Fioptics Business Internet plans and the introduction of Fioptics Advanced WiFi for business customers. Together, these enhancements provide Hawaiʻi businesses with faster, more scalable connectivity backed by a fiber network engineered to support connectivity solutions up to 10 Gig.

The County of Maui will close two temporary service sites at 5 p.m., Sept. 8, 2026, in West Maui and in Central Maui after the National Weather Service (NWS) Flood Watch tied to Hurricane Lowell expired this afternoon, according to Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA).

The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center is now accepting applications for the Chrysanthemum Leadership Program, a competitive, values‑based youth leadership initiative designed to empower Maui County high school students through cultural education, community involvement, and career exploration.

Friends of Jon Yokouchi announced today that Derrick Cabiles and JB Guard have joined Jon Yokouchi’s campaign for the Maui County Council Upcountry residency seat, lending their support as the campaign heads into the final months before the Nov. 3 General Election.

Founded by Michael Moore, Robert Aguiar, and Tim Moore, parent company Nā Hoaloha ‘Ekolu has grown from the creation of Old Lāhainā Lūʻau 40 years ago into a family of businesses that has become an important part of Maui’s hospitality and culinary community. Along the way, the company welcomed Aloha Mixed Plate in 1996, Star Noodle in 2010, and Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop in 2011, while building an ever-growing family of employees, leaders, and community partners.

In Kauaʻi County, state and county offices and the Kauaʻi Community College will remain closed through Friday, Sept. 11, as crews restore power, remove debris and address other storm impacts. The state Judiciary is assessing facilities and capacity in Kaua‘i County and will make an announcement when plans are finalized.

Hawaiʻi State Department of Education public schools in Kauaʻi County will remain closed to students through Friday, Sept. 11, as schools assess storm impacts and prepare campuses to resume operations following Hurricane Lowell.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui (BGCM) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously selected Dr. Kari Luna Nunokawa as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective Sept. 15. The appointment follows a several-month search conducted with support from Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s CEO Search Team and a Board-appointed search committee.

(Update: 11:20 a.m., 9.8.26) The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has reopened Līhuʻe Airport (LIH). Travelers should check with their airline on the status of their flight prior to heading to the airport. Travelers should anticipate delays and allow extra time to check-in and clear security.

All state and County of Kaua‘i offices, along with Kauaʻi Community College, will remain closed through Friday, Sept. 11, as crews restore power, remove debris, and address other storm impacts.

Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. is highlighting transportation services available to West Maui residents. MEO provides specialized transportation options that help reduce barriers to accessing essential services, medical appointments, employment, education and other resources. Depending on the service, transportation is provided at no cost or a low cost.