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Sacred Hearts School uses Rotary grant to provide lunches for students in need
Sacred Hearts School received a $15,000 grant in mid-November from the Hawaiʻi Rotary District 5000 Foundation Maui Fires Relief Fund to support the school lunch program for students in need.
Trilogy Excursions hosts 33rd Annual Turkey & Rice Gifting on Lānaʻi
The 33rd Annual Turkey & Rice Gifting was held Saturday in Lānaʻi City, continuing one of the island’s most cherished Thanksgiving traditions. Hosted by the Coon ʻOhana of Trilogy Excursions, the annual event provides a turkey to each residential family on Lānaʻi—celebrating community, gratitude, and connection for over three decades.
Monday Morning MIL: Baseball clinics for Maui youths feature major leaguers, University of Hawaiʻi players
More than 150 youth players were at the event Sunday at Maehara Stadium, one day after the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa baseball team held a youth clinic at Hitter’s Paradise Indoor Training Facility in Kahului that featured 120 youth players.
Debris call center to close; Temporary Debris Storage site restoration continues
The debris call center has closed and infrastructure at the Temporary Debris Storage site has been removed – marking distinct chapters in the ongoing recovery efforts after the 2023 wildfires.
Royal Lahaina announces holiday dining, activities and entertainment
The Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows has released its schedule of holiday activities, dining events and seasonal offerings through the end of the year.
7th Annual Holiday Fair & Decorated Electric Golf Cart Parade, Dec. 6 in Pukalani
Pukalani Community Association’s 7th Holiday Fair and Electric Light Golf Cart Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at the Pukalani Country Club from 4 to 7 p.m. The event is family friendly and free.
Par Hawaiʻi, Hele stores launch fundraiser to support food banks amid SNAP eligibility changes
Par Hawaiʻi and Hele stores have launched a statewide fundraiser to support food banks on each island in response to recent changed eligibility requirements for SNAP.
Hansen ‘ohana sponsors 26th annual toy drive, fundraiser for Children’s Justice Center of Maui
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Kīhei as the Hansen family gears up for another year of gathering toys for the children of the Children’s Justice Center.
Reservation deadline extended for 2025 Legends of Lahainaluna awards dinner
By popular request, the deadline for reservation for the 2025 Legends of Lahainaluna coordinated by the Lahainaluna High School Foundation has been extended to Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2025.
‘The Reluctant Elf’ returns to ProArts Dec. 5-14
ProArts Playhouse in Kīhei will open its holiday production of “The Reluctant Elf” on Dec. 5, with performances running select days through Dec. 14 at its theater in Azeka Plaza.
BLNR defers decision on contested case for East Maui streams
After several hours of receiving public comments, the Board of Land and Natural Resources voted Friday, Nov. 14, to defer for six months its decision-making on a DLNR Land Division recommendation to hold a contested case hearing over the proposed disposition of a water license by public auction, or by a set aside via a governor’s executive order to the County of Maui, for the diversion of public surface water from the Koʻolau Forest Reserve.
County of Maui receives national award for budget
The County of Maui has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2026 budget.
What’s the health toll of 2023 Maui wildfires on firefighters? Long-term study aims to find out
Scientists took another round of samples from local firefighters last month, and while early results show changes in their blood, only time and more data about their exposure that day will tell how it affects their health.
Public Art Corps: Applications open for artist proposals tied to Maui stories
Maui Public Art Corps recently announced a call for artist proposals to create visual, performance, or experiential public art installations inspired by a collection of audio-recorded stories of Maui.
Defending champion Kamehameha Schools Maui rolls into Division II state championship game for fourth time in five years
Together, one of the most prolific running back tandems in the state led the Warriors to a 37-18 win over sister school Kamehameha Hawai’i in a semifinal of the First Hawaiian Bank/HHSAA Division II tournament on Saturday night.
Fairmont Kea Lani hosts 34th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Fairmont Kea Lani invites the Maui community, guests, and friends of the resort to celebrate the holiday season at its 34th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 at 5 p.m. Held in the Palm Court just outside of Kō Restaurant, this cherished tradition will illuminate one of the largest Christmas trees in the state – featuring more than 23,000 sparkling lights – and welcome the season with music, cultural performances and festive cheer.
Imua Onipāʻa expands leadership and calls for partners to build Maui’s resilient future
Imua Onipāʻa, a Maui-based nonprofit dedicated to building equitable career pathways and advancing community resilience, has announced the formation of its founding Advisory Board and the appointment of Rachele Perez to its board of directors.
US Postal Service to observe Thanksgiving Holiday, Nov. 27
The US Postal Service will observe the Thanksgiving federal holiday on Thursday, Nov. 27. All Post Office locations will be closed and only Priority Mail Express will be delivered that day. Regular mail delivery and retail services will resume on Friday, Nov. 28.
Red Cross urges safety during holiday cooking, decorating to prevent home fires
Organization responds to 20% more home fires during the holiday months, many of which are sparked by cooking accidents, unattended candles or unsafe decorations.
The Westin Maui Resort to host ‘Spirit of the Season’ free holiday event on Nov. 28
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali invites locals and visitors alike to welcome the holidays in island style at Spirit of the Season on Friday, Nov. 28, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
