Maui News Groundbreaking held on Maui Fairways property for medical professional housing
Maui Business Maui Land & Pineapple Company welcomes Land Manager, Jasen Kaʻimikaua
Hawaiʻi Attorney General to release ‘Phase One’ report on Maui wildfire investigation, April 17
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez confirms the Phase One report on the independent investigation into the Maui wildfires will be released on April 17, 2024. March 18, 2024 · 08:53amIsland Grocery Depot Lahaina is open Sundays again starting this week
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina, located at 58 Kupuohi Street in the Lahaina Industrial Park, will be open seven days a week again, with the return of Sunday hours starting this Sunday, March 24. Store...Maui Arts & Entertainment Now accepting entries for Maui Matsuri Art Contest, cash prizes available
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Lahaina Cannery reopens 7 months after August wildfires on March 18
Urgent repairs called for at Māʻalaea Small Boat Harbor Ramp
HI-EMA announces new housing eligibility policy for Lahaina fire-displaced residents
House passes state FY2025 budget, prioritizes Maui wildfire related expenses
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Mixed feelings: Old Lahaina Lūʻau employees ready to make new memories as it reopens
Maui’s Gladys Baisa remembered as a trailblazer, pioneer for women leaders
Lahaina fire cases remanded back to Maui state court, Maui attorney lauds decision
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Second Lahaina sign that was stolen has since been recovered and will be reinstalled
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Groundbreaking held on Maui Fairways property for medical professional housing
Maui Health Foundation held a groundbreaking and blessing ceremony on Feb. 12 for construction of 16 homes on the Maui Lani Fairways property to help healthcare providers impacted by the wildfires and to recruit desperately needed healthcare professionals to work on Maui.
Maui Land & Pineapple Company welcomes Land Manager, Jasen Kaʻimikaua
Maui Land & Pineapple Company announced the recent appointment of Jasen Kaʻimikaua as Land Manager. In this role, he will support the company’s renewed mission to put its 22,000 acres of land to productive use.
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina is open Sundays again starting this week
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina, located at 58 Kupuohi Street in the Lahaina Industrial Park, will be open seven days a week again, with the return of Sunday hours starting this Sunday, March 24. Store hours are now 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at both Lahaina and Kahului locations.
5 more candidates check out nomination papers for Maui County Council seats
Since early February, five new candidates have checked out nomination papers from the Hawaiʻi Office of Elections for Maui County Council seats.
Now accepting entries for Maui Matsuri Art Contest, cash prizes available
The 22nd annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its Art Contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes. The Maui Matsuri Art Contest is sponsored by HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts Maui.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General to release ‘Phase One’ report on Maui wildfire investigation, April 17
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez confirms the Phase One report on the independent investigation into the Maui wildfires will be released on April 17, 2024.
Akakū Upstairs welcomes Lahaina-based nonprofit Regenerative Education Centers on Thursday
Akakū Upstairs returns with Eddy Garcia and guests from his nonprofit organization, Regenerative Education Centers, for a screening and discussion on Thursday, March 21.
Meet Makana: First Hawaiian monk seal pup of 2024 born on Oʻahu
In an announcement from NOAA Fisheries, the first Hawaiian monk seal pup born on Oʻahu in 2024 has been spotted.
Prince Kūhiō celebration this Friday, March 22 at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
The Prince Kūhiō Maui Ho’olaule’a takes place at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center on Friday, March 22, 2024, from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This event is free and welcomes everyone to enjoy an evening filled with complimentary keiki activities, interactive exhibits, Hawaiian music, and hula performances.
Mālama Hamakua Maui awarded one of eight World Surf League PURE grants to protect the ocean
Mālama Hamakua Maui is one of eight grant recipients announced by the World Surf League for its work to protect and conserve the ocean.
Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center leads work day at Hiʻi Agricultural Heiau
Lānaʻi Culture & Heritage Center led a group of volunteers to a sacred and remote heiau on Saturday. The stewardship day took place at Hi’i Agricultural Heiau, located about two miles from Kōʻele.
Volcano Watch: Emergency managers and volcano observatories forge important partnerships
On the Island of Hawaiʻi, frequent eruptions foster a close relationship between the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory and the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency. HVO monitors the active volcanoes and their associated hazards; HCCDA alerts and protects communities from impacts of volcanic events. This relationship, between volcano observatories and their emergency managers, was highlighted recently.
Maui Business
Maui Land & Pineapple Company welcomes Land Manager, Jasen Kaʻimikaua
Maui Land & Pineapple Company announced the recent appointment of Jasen Kaʻimikaua as Land Manager. In this role, he will support the company’s renewed mission to put its 22,000 acres of land to productive use.
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina is open Sundays again starting this week
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina, located at 58 Kupuohi Street in the Lahaina Industrial Park, will be open seven days a week again, with the return of Sunday hours starting this Sunday, March 24. Store hours are now 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at both Lahaina and Kahului locations.
HVCB names Laurie Ihara senior director of sales for single properties
The Hawai‘i Visitors and Convention Bureau announced the appointment of Laurie Ihara as its new senior director of sales, single property. In her role, Ihara will be responsible for collaboratively leading and developing strategy for Meet Hawai‘i’s single property team.
Hawaiʻi nonprofits encouraged to apply for grants focused on technology, health and well-being
Nonprofit organizations focused on improving Hawai‘i residents’ access to technology and health and well-being are encouraged to apply for a grant from Hawaiian Telcom powered by the Bell Charitable Foundation.
Arts & Entertainment
Coming soon to Maui, March 17-23: Kihei Fridays Block Party, Jazz in Lahaina and Wailuku, Maui Pops Orchestra’s Roaring ‘20s music, Grammy winning musical Kinky Boots, Historic play portrays Prince Kūhiō
Coming up fast are the Kīhei 4th Friday free admission block party, an opening art reception at Hui Noʻeau, and NBC’s "The Voice" Season 24 finalist Jason Arcilla and The Mad Steppas performing at da Playground.
Now accepting entries for Maui Matsuri Art Contest, cash prizes available
The 22nd annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its Art Contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes. The Maui Matsuri Art Contest is sponsored by HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts Maui.
Maui Public Art Corps hosts four public events this April
Maui Public Art Corps will host four public art unveiling events in April, including the unveiling of a mural in Kahului, an artist meet and greet at Hui No‘eau, a sculpture blessing in Makawao, and an animated Hui Moʻolelo Film Festival.
Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui to host 37th annual Hoʻomau Benefit Concert on March 23
Nā Leo Pūlama o Maui, a parent-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Hawaiian immersion preschool program, Pūnana Leo o Maui, will host its 37th Annual Hoʻomau Benefit Concert from 9 a.m. to sunset March 23 at the Maui Nui Botanical Gardens.
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Attorney general: Phase One report on Maui wildfires to be released next month
The Phase One report analyzes how the fire incident unfolded, based on science, during the first 24 to 72 hours of the fire and its aftermath, and includes a comprehensive timeline of events.
Gov. Green, partners working to enhance travel between Japan, Hawai‘i
Key among Gov. Green's initiatives is the expansion of Global Entry for Japanese citizens. Global Entry, a trusted traveler program administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, expedites the customs and immigration process for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States.
Kauai Weather Forecast for March 18, 2024
Moderate easterly trades will continue through the first half of the week, with clouds and light showers favoring windward and mauka locations overnight...
Kauai Surf Forecast for March 18, 2024
A few overlapping northwest swells are scheduled to arrive this week. The latest moderate size, long period northwest (310-320 degree) swell peaked surf to...
Enrollment registration for PACT Act scheduled on Kaua‘i for veterans
The two-day event will bring out Veteran Affairs health care professionals to share information and resources with veterans on Kaua‘i regarding the new act, which expands VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
Big Island News
Hawai‘i Island police seeking 17-year-old runaway Jaymelynn Pua-Queja
Jaymelynn Pua-Queja of Nā‘ālehu is believed to be in the Hilo area.
Attorney general: Phase One report on Maui wildfires to be released next month
The Phase One report analyzes how the fire incident unfolded, based on science, during the first 24 to 72 hours of the fire and its aftermath, and includes a comprehensive timeline of events.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park: Temporary closure of Tree Molds to vehicles begins Thursday
The temporary closure of Tree Molds Road and recreational area to vehicles is due to heavy equipment operations. Pedestrians will be allowed access.
Fire hydrant flow test scheduled at Hilo Medical Center
The test will run from 9 to 10 p.m. Impacted customers include those along Waiānuenue Avenue between Pūnāwai Street, Waiau Street, including Rainbow Drive, Pu‘uhina Street, Punahele Street, Waimea Place and any other side roads and lanes.
Gov. Green, partners working to enhance travel between Japan, Hawai‘i
Key among Gov. Green's initiatives is the expansion of Global Entry for Japanese citizens. Global Entry, a trusted traveler program administered by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, expedites the customs and immigration process for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States.