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Maui Water Quality Program Expands to Include 48 Test Sites
Hui O Ka Wai Ola, a citizen science, water quality monitoring program has undergone another expansion bringing the total number of Maui testing sites to 48.
Weight Limits Revised for Five Maui Bridges
The new weight limits are come after a recent reassessment of how the state calculates bridge weight restriction to take into account heavy truck loads.
Water Quality Violation on Moloka‘i
E. coli bacteria was detected in the shaft itself, and not in the distribution system, so the water remains absolutely safe for residents to use and drink.
Japanese Visitor Pulled from Waters off Pu‘u Keka‘a, Kā‘anapali
A visitor from Tokyo, Japan was pulled unresponsive from waters in Kāʻanapali at around 1:16 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2018.
Bills Seek Tiny Homes on Hawaiian Home Lands
A tiny home loan fund would support the building of 10,000 tiny homes on Hawaiian Home Lands by 2026. The homes would be required to be priced at or below $125K
ACLU Hawai‘i Demands Equal Facilities for Female Athletes
The ACLU of Hawaiʻi Foundation sent a letter to the Hawaiʻi DOE demanding it take immediate action to address alleged sex discrimination against female athletes
Acre of Brush Scorched in Mā‘alaea
An estimated one acre of brush was scorched in a fire near the Honoapiʻilani Highway and Kuihelani Highway intersection in Māʻalaea on Monday afternoon.
Ocean Death: Lahaina Man Was on East Maui Coastal Hike
The male victim is a 38-year-old resident of Lahaina, Maui. Crews had responded to a report of an ocean drowning in the spot some refer to as “Puka Maui.”
“Stopped Out” UH Maui Student Returns to Finish Degree
Nearly 1,000 “Stopped Out” students were identified at the seven UH community colleges, and post cards were sent out to encourage their return.
Pacific Whale Foundation Bids Aloha to Founder
Pacific Whale Foundation today confirmed the passing of founder and executive director, Greg Kaufman. Kaufman passed away after a battle with brain cancer.
School Counselor Honored in Ceremony with Former First Lady Michelle Obama
Maui High School alum Bianca Yanuaria, who now serves as a school counselor at Keolu Elementary on Oʻahu, was honored during a ceremony…
Stranger Danger Incident Reported Near Central Maui School
A letter was sent to parents at Maui Waena Intermediate warning them of an incident where a man waved to students, beckoning them to approach his vehicle…
Telehealth Provisions Pass in Budget Deal
Backers of the bill say the CHRONIC Care Act “lifts outdated restrictions that limit Medicare from reimbursing for telehealth.”
Deadline is Today for 2018 Court Interpreter Orientation Workshops
In January, the judiciary announced a new policy allowing Hawaiian language interpreters to the extent reasonably possible, when individuals choose to…
Overnight Government Shutdown Ends
A short-lived federal government shutdown ended this morning, hours after it had started. Hawaiʻi is home to over 33,000 federal civilian employees.
The Hawaiian Electric Companies to launch two new rooftop solar programs
Two new private rooftop solar programs offer customers credit on monthly bills at rates of 12-14 cents on Maui; 14 cents on Molokaʻi; and 20 cents on Lānaʻi.
Lāna‘i Community Health Center Executive Distinguished Business Honoree
The Lāna’i Community Health Center’s Executive Director Diana Shaw has been named among Pacific Business News’ distinguished Women Who Mean Business list…
Little Fire Ants: How to ID Them & What to do
Two new infestations of little fire ants were discovered last month on Maui. Oftentimes, these infestations are difficult to identify and control.
Twin Waterspouts: Unstable Weather Remains
Forecasters with the National Weather Service say locally heavy downpours and isolated thunderstorms with frequent lightning and gusty winds remain possible…
Dreams Fulfilled at Kahoma Village Housing Lottery
A work in progress, Kahoma Village is a 20.5-acre master-planned community dedicated to providing affordable housing in Lahaina, Maui.
