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Maui Council committee advances Haʻikū fire station project, 6-2

A Maui County Council committee voted 6-2 Monday to advance three bills clearing the way for construction of a long-awaited fire station in Haʻikū, over the objections of two council members who argued the project sits on land wrongfully taken from Native Hawaiians.

DWS well outage impacts water to West Kuiaha and Awalau areas of Haʻikū

Approximately 200 customers in West Kuiaha and Awalau areas of Haʻikū have had low water pressure or no water since 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23, due to a well outage, according to the County of Maui Department of Water Supply (DWS). Drinking water tanks have been stationed in the area until service is restored.

Festivals of Aloha announces 2026 Schedule of Events across Maui County

Festivals of Aloha released its 2026 schedule of events and theme, “Ea Mai Ke Kai Mai – Rise Up from the Sea,” in support of Gov. Josh Green’s declaration of 2026 as the “Year of Our Coastal Kuleana.”

Maui observes Suicide Prevention Month: Join the upcoming sign waving and training events

September events on Maui include sign-waving at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Shopping Center and safeTALK training at UH Maui College on Sept. 10, followed by Crisis Intervention Team Training on Sept. 30.

County Immigrant Services to host passport application fair Aug. 28, 2026, in Lahaina

The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns Immigrant Services Division will host a United States Passport Application Acceptance Fair by appointment from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, at the Maui Family YMCA Westside Resource Center, 226 Kupuohi St., Lahaina.

Additional Hawaiian Electric crews arrive on Big Island to help with repairs from Hurricane Lala

Additional Hawaiian Electric employees arrived on Hawaiʻi Island on Monday, including lineworkers, engineering and other support teams from Maui and Oʻahu, to aid in restoration efforts and help speed recovery. Three newly arrived Oʻahu crews are working in the Kona area today. Seven additional Oʻahu crew members will arrive Tuesday in Hilo.

Wailuku First Friday kicks off Festivals of Aloha

Festivals of Aloha kicks off at Wailuku First Friday guided by its 2026 theme, “Ea Mai Ke Kai Mai – Rise Up from the Sea,” in support of Gov. Josh Green’s declaration of 2026 as the “Year of Our Coastal Kuleana.” on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the heart of Wailuku Town.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces 34th Annual Celebration of the Arts, Sept. 18-19

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua will welcome artists, cultural practitioners, musicians, and educators from across Hawaiʻi for the 34th Annual Celebration of the Arts, taking place Sept. 18-19, 2026.

Assistance available to families who lost essential baby items during Hurricane Lala

Families impacted by Hurricane Lala may be eligible for assistance replacing essential baby and young-child items that were lost or damaged during the storm.

Temporary road closure on Ulua Beach Road for modifications to Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 9

West Maui Construction Inc. is performing modifications to the Kīhei Wastewater Pump Station No. 9, which will result in a temporary closure of the roundabout on Ulua Beach Road, along with a section of parking to be unavailable. Beach access will still be available to the public by way of the existing beach access pathway.

Water conservation continues for West Kuiaha and Awalau areas

The Department of Water Supply is asking those in the West Kuiaha and Awalau areas to continue conserving water because a well is currently out of service. Those in the affected areas may experience low water pressure or water outages while DWS crews work to restore service.

Nisei Veterans Memorial Center to present “Voices Behind Barbed Wire” on Sept. 12

The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center (NVMC) will host a special community screening of Voices Behind Barbed Wire on Saturday, Sept. 12, at its campus located at 665 Kahului Beach Road. The program is free to attend, and reservations are required.

Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative Chevron Forward

Hurricane Lala washed out Nāhiku bridge. Nobody seems to know who’s responsible for rebuilding the ‘lifeline’
Growing demand for water pushes Maui County to mull pricey desalination plans
Pay for Starlink or ‘climb a hill’: How rural Maui endured Hurricane Lala without power, internet, cell service
Colorful ghost nets washing ashore on Maui transformed into works of art

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Hawaiian Moment — ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu, Hawaiʻi’s oldest Hawaiian civic society
Hawaiian Mission Houses and Makawao Cemetery present Cemetery History Theatre, July 18 and 19
Kaula Lūʻau production nominated for USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award
Hawaiian Native Corporation provides funding to Hui Hānai for upcoming publication

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Permanente Group Expands Gastroenterology Care with Addition of Dr. Kimya Nguyen

University of Hawaiʻi Maui College student awarded scholarship in Automotive Technology

Hawaiʻi July unemployment rate at 2.7%

Hawaiʻi Community Lending COO honored as one of PBN ’40 Under 40′ Class of 2026

Hilton appoints Jon Gersonde as Managing Director of Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces 34th Annual Celebration of the Arts, Sept. 18-19

Oskie Rice Memorial Rodeo 2026 celebrating 110 years at Kaonoulu Ranch

Queen Kaʻahumanu Center announces free monthly family events

Huliau Food & Film Festival set for Aug. 29

Hot Kūpuna Nights returns to Lahaina Civic Center Wednesday with music, food and resources

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Support Maui Foodbank when dining at Duke’s, Hula Grill and Leilani’s on the Beach, Sept. 25-28
Tin Roof celebrates 10 years on Maui with a free community pāʻina
Maui Ocean Center to host special screening of Māʻalaea’s ‘Taste for Regeneration,’ Aug. 13
Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort has named Leonard ‘Leo’ Gensolin as its new Executive Chef
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

Hotel rezoning amendments would shrink housing inventory envisioned by vacation rental phase-out, critics say
Condo sales climb, single-family home sales slow in Maui County in July
Appeals court orders Maui Planning Commission to revisit preparation of an environmental review for Honuaʻula project
Three years later: Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi strives to heal invisible wounds of the Maui wildfires

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

West Maui keiki invited to inaugural Kā‘anapali Keiki Fishing Tournament End of Summer Bash
Nō Ka ʻOi Aesthetics presents Flow & Glow wellness event at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
HTA announces $1 million in support for 10 signature events in 2026
Coral Spawning Night at Maui Ocean Center, July 15

Big Island News Chevron Forward

Moke brought worry to the Big Island, but fortunately did not add much to damage caused by Hurricane Lala

Now, Hawaiʻi County and utility crews, as well as residents, can return to recovering from the damage done by Hurricane Lala.

Statewide events aim to amplify suicide prevention, awareness next month

Events will be tackling the pressing issue of suicide, the 10th-leading cause of death in the state, and sharing resources available throughout the state.

Kaʻū farm among 162 awarded in first round of flood response grants

Hawaiʻi Farmers Union Foundation has raised $1 million to aid local farmers, ranchers, and fishers affected by the Kona Low storms and are raising money for a second round following Hurricane Lala

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 25, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trades continue through the forecast period as showers focus primarly windward and mauka

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 25, 2026

Surf along east facing shores will remain rough and choppy due to persistent trade wind swell. Surf along south facing shores will remain below summer average...

Kauai News Chevron Forward

Made in Hawaiʻi supports disaster recovery efforts while showcasing locally-owned businesses

The Made in Hawaiʻi Festival donated $40,000 to the Hawaiʻi Foodbank and The Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket in the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.

Student surveys rank University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa as one of the nation’s best colleges, universities

The Princeton Review featured the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in the top 14% of approximately 2,800 four-year colleges in the U.S.

Kauaʻi County to host events for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month this September

Upcoming events aim to empower the community, raise awareness, and underline the importance of seeking help for mental health and suicide.

Kauai Weather Forecast for August 25, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trades continue through the forecast period as showers focus primarly windward and mauka

Kauai Surf Forecast for August 25, 2026

Surf along east facing shores will remain rough and choppy due to persistent trade wind swell. Surf along south facing shores will remain below summer average...