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County bill advances to allow nonconforming structures in Lahaina to be rebuilt as they were before the wildfires
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Hawaiʻi Airports System successfully issues $849M of bonds, largest in its history
The state’s Airports System has successfully raised $849 million in bond financing to fund approximately $600 million of essential projects to upgrade and expand airport infrastructure, including runway repairs, terminal renovations, security enhancements and the construction of new facilities.
Venomous yellow-bellied sea snake found washed up on beach in Hilo
A highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake was found washed up on the shore at Honoliʻi Beach in Hilo last week. While these sea snakes are rarely seen onshore in Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture’s Plant Quarantine Branch strongly advises beach and ocean goers not to touch the venomous sea snakes which are often mistaken for eels. A sea snake is easily distinguished by the bright yellow markings on its underside.
Department of Law Enforcement warns public of latest phone scam 2025
Recurring Sheriff impersonator incidents have prompted the Department of Law Enforcement to issue additional scam warnings. In recent weeks, several people have had callers claiming to be deputy sheriffs tell them that they have outstanding warrants because they failed to appear in court.
Lahaina Community Webinar to be held Wednesday, Feb. 19
Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui Office of Recovery’s monthly Lahaina Community Webinar on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. Officials will discuss topics related to Lahaina rebuild efforts, including presentations regarding the recently announced permitting exemptions for the Special Management Area (SMA), upcoming public meetings for the Community Development Block […]
Amendments made to the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program for FY 2025-2028
The purpose of revisions is to address major changes to Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration funded projects due to changes in purpose and need, shifts in project schedules, priorities, and significant changes in cost estimates that occurred through the project development process. Comments will be accepted until Tuesday, February. 25, 2025.
Pacific Whale Foundation celebrates 45th anniversary of World Whale Day
With the help of friends, colleagues and community, Kaufman created a lasting impact. For the past four decades, the Maui Whale Festival, which runs throughout February each year, has honored the arrival and departure of these majestic creatures.
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows presents pop-up dinner series, Feb. 28 and March 1
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows will host an international pop-up dinner series themed for Maui as “A Culinary Journey Through Hawai‘i’s Cultural Heritage” with Emmy Award-winning TV personality Lanai Tabura.
Senate bill advances to strip county council approval of state-funded housing projects
A bill to exempt state-financed housing developments from county council approval has passed second reading on the Hawaiʻi Senate floor and advanced to the Ways and Means Committee.
Land managers receive funds to support climate change resilience
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Schatz introduces bipartisan bill to boost federal funding for rural hospitals in Hawaiʻi
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Volcano Watch — What’s shaking? Earthquake alerts explained
When an earthquake strikes in Hawaiʻi, there are three agencies that analyze the earthquake for its location and magnitude. Typically, the earliest earthquake information will be from automated solutions generated by computer algorithms from PTWC and HVO. Human analysts from HVO and NEIC will then review the magnitude-2.5 or larger earthquakes to get a more accurate magnitude and location.
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Hawaiʻi Airports System successfully issues $849M of bonds, largest in its history
The state’s Airports System has successfully raised $849 million in bond financing to fund approximately $600 million of essential projects to upgrade and expand airport infrastructure, including runway repairs, terminal renovations, security enhancements and the construction of new facilities.
Hawaiian Electric surges to 36% renewable energy on grids
Boosted by new grid-scale and rooftop solar capacity, Hawaiian Electric achieved a 36% consolidated renewable portfolio standard in 2024, accelerating progress toward the 2030 RPS milestone of 40%.
Budgeting, spending, credit strategies offered at MEO class Feb. 19
A “Mastering Your Money” class aimed at helping residents take control of their finances through budgeting, spending, saving and credit strategies will be held 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, in-person at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku.
Entrepreneurs sought for KūHana Accelerator Cohort 16
The KūHana Accelerator is preparing to launch its next cohort in March 2025, and applications are now open. Business owners looking to take their companies to the next level have until March 3, 2025, to submit their written applications for Cohort 16.
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Nisei Veterans Memorial Center to screen ‘Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story’
The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center will host a screening of “Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story” on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.
Mokuʻula 360-degree film to show monthly in 2025; this month’s screening is Feb. 14
In response to public interest, the Lahaina Restoration Foundation will continue to screen E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula (Let the Glory Return to Mokuʻula) monthly at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku throughout 2025. The next monthly screening of the film will take place on Feb. 14 at 6 p.m.
‘Curtain Up’ 2025 ProArts Fundraiser tickets now on sale
ProArts Playhouse will host a red carpet fundraiser in celebration of the performing arts on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Maui OnStage’s ‘Flowers of Hawaiʻi’ premieres Friday
Maui OnStage opens Lee Cataluna’s “Flowers of Hawaiʻi” on Friday, Feb. 14 and runs for three weekends at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.
Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra opens applications for senior-year performance competition
Applications are being accepted for the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra’s prestigious Nā Hōkū ‘Ōpio “Young Stars” competition, granting winning student musicians the opportunity to perform on the professional stage with the symphony this summer.
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Kauai Weather Forecast for February 15, 2025
Showers will be on the decrease this evening as the front near Kauai lifts northward and away from the state tonight. Fair weather on Saturday will be followed...
Kauai Surf Forecast for February 15, 2025
A large, medium period, west-northwest swell will peak tonight into Saturday morning, and decrease during the day Saturday. Hanalei buoy reports a...
Update: Driver involved in hit-and-run that critically injured 30-year-old man arrested
Police found and arrested 54-year-old Salvin Hilario, who has no permanent address, at about 8:30 p.m. Feb. 13. He was arrested on several charges, including first-degree negligent injruy.
High surf advisory in effect through Saturday for north and west shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Surf heights of 12 to 18 feet are expected along north-facing shores and 8 to 15 feet along west-facing shores, causing strong breaking waves and strong currents that will make swimming and likely other ocean activities dangerous.
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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for February 15, 2025
Showers will be on the decrease this evening as the front near Kauai lifts northward and away from the state tonight. Fair weather on Saturday will be followed...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for February 15, 2025
A large, medium period, west-northwest swell will peak tonight into Saturday morning, and decrease during the day Saturday. Hanalei buoy reports a...
Man receives life-threatening injuries in alleged attack by ‘machete’-wielding brother
44-year-old Dante F. Modaffari of Mountain View was arrested Feb. 13 and subsequently charged with first-degree assault and abuse of a family/household member in connection with the violent assault.