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‘Historic opportunity’: County to acquire Maui Land & Pineapple’s water system in West Maui
The two sides have reached an agreement that would allow the county to take over the Honokōhau ditch system, Pu'u Kukui watershed, multiple wells and land for future police and fire facilities. May 18, 2026 · 01:57pm
African Penguin chick hatches at Hyatt Regency Maui
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, renowned for its deep commitment to wildlife conservation and immersive guest experiences, announces the hatching of its first African Penguin (Spheniscus demersus)...Maui News Hōkūleʻa to make Japan stops in 2027 as part of Moananuiākea Voyage
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Seven $5,000 scholarships awarded to Maui County high school graduates
Seven Rotary Clubs on Maui presented a $5,000 Hawaiʻi Rotary Youth Foundation scholarship to outstanding graduating seniors. Each club conducted interviews with multiple candidates and chose one recipient for the award.
Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation awards 8 scholarships to Maui students
The Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation (IWMMF) announced its 2026 scholarship recipients. Eight outstanding student athletes have received $3,750 scholarships for their College or University expenses.
Hōkūleʻa to make Japan stops in 2027 as part of Moananuiākea Voyage
Polynesian Voyaging Society traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe will return to the island nation for the first time in 20 years; dates will tentatively be from April to September next year.
Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau appoints Loomis as VP, Island integration & operations
The Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau announces the appointment of Elizabeth “Liz” Loomis as vice president of island integration and operations, effective 4 May 2026. The new position is designed to deepen collaboration across HVCB’s offices on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawai‘i Island, strengthening the integration of island perspectives into the statewide strategy.
Memorial ride honors lives lost on Maui’s roads, raises awareness for safer streets
The Maui Bicycling League invites the community to participate in the 2026 Maui Ride of Silence on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 8:45 a.m. beginning at the Alexander & Baldwin Sugar Museum in Puʻunēnē.
10 Maui County students win Takitani Scholarships totaling $37,000
The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation, Inc. has named 10 high school seniors from Maui County as scholarship recipients in its annual Legacy Scholarship Program, winning $37,000 in scholarships.
African Penguin chick hatches at Hyatt Regency Maui
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, renowned for its deep commitment to wildlife conservation and immersive guest experiences, announces the hatching of its first African Penguin (Spheniscus demersus) chick born on property in nearly 17 years.
Maui County high school students participate in Rotary Youth Leadership program
Twenty students from eight Maui high schools gathered at Kīhei Charter School Cafeteria and Mahi Pono Waiopua Garden to experience the One-Day Mini Rotary Youth Leadership Awards program (RYLA). This world-wide program was sponsored by the nine Maui County Rotary Clubs.
Partnerships formalized to expand locally sourced school meals in Hawaiʻi
The agreement supports implementation of Act 137 and advances the Hawai‘i State Department of Education’s ongoing efforts to increase local food procurement, including its goal of sourcing 30% of school meal ingredients locally by 2030.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces summer music lineup
From unplugged island sessions to the exclusive Maui Songwriters Festival Summer Series, the resort invites guests and the local community to experience an elevated seasonal celebration where world-class storytelling meets the natural aloha of Kapalua.
Candidates reminded of June 2 filing deadline
The Maui County Office of the County Clerk is reminding candidates who want to appear on this year’s ballot for public office that the filing deadline for nomination papers is 4:30 p.m. June 2. Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the 2026 Hawaiʻi Candidate’s Manual, available at https://elections.hawaii.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026- Candidates-Manual.pdf. The candidate report, which is updated daily with […]
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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 19, 2026
An unstable and somewhat wet trade wind pattern will continue through Tuesday night, with brief downpours possible. From Wednesday into early next week,...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for May 19, 2026
A small size, short to medium period north northwest is expected fill in late tonight into Tuesday. Another small northwest to north northwest bump is...
Hawaiʻi County firefighter injured in Kaʻū fire truck rollover treated, released from hospital
Damages to the truck are being assessed, but it is expected to be totaled, a fire official said.
Flood advisory issued for North and South Kona districts
A flood advisory has been issued through late this afternoon.
State, University of Hawaiʻi secure more than $322K for plant pathogen detection, biosecurity innovation
Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity officials say the projects to be funded with the federal grant dollars are intended to help move Hawaiʻi toward a more proactive, technology-driven biosecurity framework capable of addressing increasingly complex global agricultural threats.
Kauai News
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 19, 2026
An unstable and somewhat wet trade wind pattern will continue through Tuesday night, with brief downpours possible. From Wednesday into early next week,...
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 19, 2026
A small size, short to medium period north northwest is expected fill in late tonight into Tuesday. Another small northwest to north northwest bump is...
Peʻe Road at Poʻipu Road set to close for next 11 days
Motorists are asked to prepare for temporary signals and detours while Peʻe Road at Poʻipu Road is closed during construction of a roundabout beginning May 19.
