Maui County issues no-significant-impact finding for $31.5 million Hāna Highway repairs at Kalepa Point

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has appointed Michael Baier as General Manager, bringing more than 35 years of hospitality leadership experience to one of Hawaiʻi’s most iconic resorts. In his new role, Baier will oversee all aspects of the 54-acre property, with a focus on elevating the guest experience and deepening the resort’s connection to the local community and natural environment.

Hawai‘i has been battered by a series of storms this past year and simulated models show the frequency of tropical storms that make landfall in Hawai‘i will double because of ongoing warming. This could mean prolonged power outages that affect our access to water, communications, medical equipment and much more. What can we do as a community to become more resilient to severe weather?

Chris Pham, 22, of Kalihi, Oʻahu, was sentenced on Nov. 9, 2026, by Senior US District Judge Helen Gillmor to 111 months in federal prison for Hobbs Act robbery and brandishing a firearm during the commission of the robbery, followed by five years of supervised release.

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation launches KohoGo, a free website and app to help commuters to find carpool, vanpool and transit options throughout the state.

Five graduates of Maui Economic Opportunity’s Core Four Business Planning Course have been awarded a total of $40,000 in grants funded by the County of Maui Office of Economic Development to help launch and grow their local businesses.

The state Department of Transportation will conduct an emergency response training exercise at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole on Thursday, Nov. 12, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hawaiʻi US Sens. Brian Schatz and Mazie Hirono released statements on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026, with Schatz expressing support for the permitting reform bill while Hirono said she cannot support it in its current form.

Lee said she intends to introduce a new bill on outdoor lighting later this month for consideration by the council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee.

Eligible homeowners are reminded to apply for the Circuit Breaker Tax Credit before the deadline on Dec. 31, 2026, the County of Maui Department of Finance Treasury Division announced.

A PSPS Watch remains in effect for three counties the company serves, with the primary risk being on Wednesday for Maui and Hawaiʻi Island.

Hawaiian Electric will perform urgent repairs to replace damaged equipment on an electrical pole along Hāna Highway today, Tuesday, Nov. 10, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Reverend Elizabeth Berman will be ordained and consecrated as the Sixth Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Hawai‘i.  The service takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Honolulu, with a capacity congregation expected.