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Ag department launches second statewide Pesticide Disposal Program
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity (DAB), Pesticides Branch, is launching its second annual statewide Pesticide Disposal Program (PDP) to help farms and other commercial pesticide users safely dispose of unwanted, canceled, suspended or unlabeled products.
Community invited to shape Central Maui’s future
The public is invited to help shape the future of Central Maui by participating in a series of upcoming community design workshops. The Maui County Department of Planning is hosting the events to gather input for the Central Maui Community Plan update. The workshops will allow residents to engage in mapping activities to identify areas […]
Maui police launch internal investigation into social media comments
The Maui Police Department reports it is aware of an incident involving a department member who allegedly posted inappropriate comments on social media.
Hawai’i Tourism Authority invests in perpetuating the Hawaiian culture through its Kūkulu Ola program
The Hawai’i Tourism Authority has awarded $980,000 in funding to 26 community-based organizations through its Kūkulu Ola program, as part of its commitment to supporting and strengthening Native Hawaiian culture by providing genuine experiences for residents and visitors statewide.
Update/Contained: Brush fire near Hoʻokele and Pakaula Street in Kahului
As of 3:22 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, the fire near Hoʻokele Street and Pakaula Street in Kahului was declared contained.
Update/extinguished: Brush fire in off Kokomo Road in Haʻikū
A fire in the area of 2520 Kokomo Road in Haʻikū was declare extinguished at 1:38 p.m.
Bank of Hawai‘i named one of ‘America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026’ by Newsweek
Bank of Hawai‘i has earned a spot on Newsweek’s national list of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026, the only local bank to appear on the list.
Pilina ʻĀina: seed & plant workshop launches community event series in Honuaʻula
Kīpaipai Maui in partnership with ʻĀina Archaeology and the Mākena Golf & Beach Club’s ʻŌiwi Resources & Stewardship Department, will host a free community seed and plant workshop on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Eddie Tam Memorial Park fields, Upcountry Dog Park temporarily closed
All fields at Eddie Tam Memorial Park, including the Upcountry Dog Park, in Makawao are temporarily closed following a report of red ants in the area, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Maui Rescue Mission presentation at Kīhei-Wailea Rotary, Sept. 17
Maui Rescue Mission Executive Director Scott Hansen will provide a “Two Year Post-Fire Update” to the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea, on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.
Walmart to host free wellness event this Saturday
With cold and flu season approaching, Walmart has announced its annual wellness event, taking place Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. across all Hawai‘i locations, including Kahului.
County DWS now using backup water supply for Upcountry system
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply is now using backup supply for the Upcountry water system starting today, Sept. 11, 2025, after receiving approval by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health, Safe Drinking Water Branch to reintroduce water from Hamakuapoko Wells 1 and 2.
Hawai‘i Supreme Court sides with East Maui Water advocates in latest opinion
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court on Thursday confirmed that the Board of Land and Natural Resources violated water advocates’ constitutional rights when it permitted Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. to divert fresh water from East Maui streams as part of a renewal of a Revocable Permit.
Kaua‘i adopts Hawai‘i’s first wildfire safety zoning ordinance
Kaua‘i has become the first county in Hawai‘i to embed wildfire safety standards directly into zoning and permitting. On Monday, Sept. 8, Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami signed Bill 2961 into law after unanimous approval by the Kaua‘i County Council.
New leadership announced for Hawaiian Airlines
A new leader is taking the controls at Hawaiian Airlines. Alaska Air Group announced Wednesday that Diana Birkett Rakow, a senior vice president of public affairs at Alaska Airlines, will become chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines on Oct. 29. She will succeed Joe Sprague, who is retiring after a long career in aviation.
Evening brush fire in Kahului extinguished
A brush fire in the area of the Maui Business Park in Central Maui, was extinguished within an hour at 11:10 on Wednesday night.
UH Maui College medical director named Hawai‘i’s 2025 Immunization Champion
Hannah Litt, medical director of the UH Maui College Campus Health Center, has been named the 2025 Immunization Champion for the State of Hawai‘i.
Eric Gilliom reprises Frank N. Furter one last time at ʻĪao Theater
From Oct. 17 to Nov. 2, 2025, Maui audiences are invited to experience a high-energy production of “The Rocky Horror Show” live at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. The show stars award-winning musician, actor, and entertainer Eric Gilliom, who has announced that this will be his final reprise of the iconic Dr. Frank N. Furter role.
HITI Music Festival 2025 kicks off month-long ode to Hawaiʻi’s music
The Henry Kapono Foundation has announced the launch of the Home in the Islands Music Festival 2025, a month-long celebration of Hawai‘i’s music, culture and community throughout September.
Gov. Green orders flags flown at half-staff in memory of slain conservative activist
Gov. Josh Green has ordered Hawaiʻi flags flown at half-staff, at the direction of President Donald Trump, in memory of slain conservative activist and author Charlie Kirk. Flags will be lowered until Sept. 14. Kirk, a close ally of President Trump who was influential in rallying young voters, was shot and killed during an event […]
