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Two Utah Visitors Rescued off Kapalua
Two male visitors from Utah were rescued from waters at Makaluapuna Point in West Maui on Sunday.
Body of ‘Opihi Picker Recovered off West Maui
Fire officials say the 56-year-old Nāpili man was picking ʻopihi on the shoreline with a 28-year-old male relative when he was knocked off the rocks by a wave.
Whale Tail: What it Means When a Humpback Does a Headstand
A whale offshore of the McGregor Point Lighthouse in West Maui was observed in a headstand position for approximately four minutes. What does it mean?
Maui Mourns the Loss of Beloved Uncle Richard Ho‘opi‘i
Beloved Maui musician, Uncle Richard Hoʻopiʻi passed away early this morning at his home in Kahakuloa, family members have confirmed.
Second Presumed Humpback Whale Placenta Recovered Off Maui
Pacific Whale Foundation’s Ocean Explorer, on the ultimate Ultimate Whalewatch with the Experts, recovered a placenta in Maui’s waters today. As with the February 17 discovery, the placenta is presumed to be from a humpback whale.
County Breaks Ground on Upcountry Skate Park
The County of Maui broke ground on a new Upcountry Skate Park on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at a site located below the Upcountry Pool in Pukalani.
Mayor Arakawa Proposes New Shoreline Setback Regulations
Maui County was the first county in the state to adopt shoreline setback formulas that include annual erosion hazard rates.
“The Keiki Playhouse” Grand Re-Opening at QKC on Saturday
Family-owned and operated “The Keiki Playhouse” will be re-opening in a new location with upgrades, new play structures and at a lower price point for customers.
‘Ulu on Menu in Hawai‘i Public Schools
This month, Hawai‘i public schools welcome a new local product in student meals – ‘ulu, otherwise known as breadfruit.
Visitor Grateful for Care After Medical Emergency Off Molokini
Texas resident Terri Hunter was on an annual trip to Maui and had just jumped in the water at Molokini Crater, when she was found floating and unresponsive…
‘Īao School Vandalism, Threats Investigated
Maui police are investigating an incident involving a threat against ʻĪao Intermediate School by a student in the form of written graffiti in a bathroom. Word of the incident also prompted a separate report in which a student reportedly brought a firearm on school grounds late last year.
Maui-Made Film Kuleana Gears Up for Hawai‘i and Guam Release
The film will be opening at eight theaters across the state and a ninth on Guam with details expected to be released next week.
Maui’s Kemper and Alms Win 2017/2018 Big Wave Tour Titles
Today, Maui big wave surfers Billy Kemper and Paige Alms officially earned the World Surf League Big Wave Tour men’s and women’s titles for the ’17-’18 season.
Water Service RESTORED After Main Break at Kahului Airport
UPDATE: 9:37 A.M. 2.28.18, Water Service has been restored.
Hundreds Testify on Medical Aid in Dying Bill
More than 100 people testified on a medical aid in dying bill, with an additional 600 people submitting written testimony during a five hour hearing yesterday.
Mayor Arakawa Delivers 2018 State of County Address
In his 23-page speech, Mayor Alan Arakawa said that Maui County is financially stable, environmentally secure and economically resilient.
Waihe‘e Flood “Obliterates” Structure That Feeds Water to Kalo Farms
A storm on Feb. 18 wiped out a rock wall at the headwaters of the Waiheʻe Stream, and cut off water flow to taro farmers downstream.
529 Whales Sighted off Maui During Great Whale Count 2018
Volunteers across Maui counted 529 humpback whales, including 335 pods and 62 calves during the Pacific Whale Foundation’s Great Whale Count 2018.
“Mural of Hope” Dedicated to Future for Cancer Patients
The “Mural of Hope” is dedicated to the launch of UVSC whose mission is to bring people together to provide a hopeful future for cancer patients.
Road Work UPDATE: Honoapi‘ilani Realignment and Improvements
The updates involve: the Lahaina Bypass 1B-2, Honoapiʻilani improvements from Keawe Street to Kapunakea Street, and the “Traffic Signal Modernization project.
