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Willie K Recovering After Collapsing On Stage
Musician Willie K, born Willie Kahaialiʻi of Lahaina, collapsed Saturday night, Jan. 5, 2019 while on stage at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center for his Willie K and Friends Bluesfest.
Maui Visitors Spent $364.6 Million in November, According to HTA
Visitors to the island of Maui spent a total of $364.6 million in November, according to preliminary statistics from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.
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Olowalu Brush Fire Burns 75 Acres, 80% Contained
Currently, the fire is approximately 75 acres and considered 80% contained. There are no evacuations in effect as no structures are threatened at this time.
Two Retired Maui Officers Join MPD Reserve Program
Two recently retired Maui Police Officers were sworn today in as the newest Reserve Officers, bringing the total up to four officers in the program.
Workforce Drug Test Study: Cocaine Use, Synthetic Urine Detection Up
Diagnostic Laboratory Services: Year-end workforce drug tests show marijuana up and amphetamines down; but all categories showed increases in the fourth quarter
The Last Known Land Snail Of Its Kind Dies
An obituary for a snail and a species… George, the last known Achatinella apexfulva died on New Year’s Day 2019. He was 14 years old and is survived by none…
Connors Named New Hawai‘i Attorney General
Governor David Ige announced today that he is appointing Clare Connors to be the attorney general of the State of Hawaiʻi.
Study: Hawai‘i 4th Most Affected by Government Shutdown
Hawaiʻi is ranked 4th in the nation for the locations most affected by the latest federal government shutdown.
Search Suspended for Remaining Crewmember of Sincerity Ace
Good Samaritans from four merchant vessels were able to rescue 16 of the 21 Sincerity Ace crew who abandoned ship following a fire, Monday.
Mayor Mike Victorino Sworn Into Office
Maui County Mayor Mike Victorino took the oath of office on Wednesday morning from 2nd Circuit Chief Judge Joseph Cardoza.
Terminal Patient Becomes First to Request Prescription Under New Hawai‘i Law
Terminal cancer patient and medical aid-in-dying advocate John Radcliffe, today went on record as Hawaiʻi’s first individual to request a prescription for aid-in-dying medication under a new law that took effect on Jan. 1, 2019.
Brown Water Advisory for DT Fleming, Maui
A Brown Water Advisory has been for DT Fleming Beach in West Maui.
Sentry Donates $25,000 to Maui United Way
Sentry announced it will donate $25,000 to Maui United Way, an organization helping to address Maui’s most vital needs through the impact areas of Education…
12 New Year’s Eve Fires on Maui, 4 Fireworks Related
Over a 24 hour period beginning New Year’s Eve at 3 p.m., the Maui Fire Department responded to 12 total fire related calls.
Kula Man Dies in New Year Accident on Pūlehu Road
The collision occurred as a 2004 Honda CR-V multi-purpose vehicle was traveling southbound on Pūlehu Road attempting to negotiate a right curve in the roadway.
Maui Year in Review: Top Stories of 2018
Hurricanes, snow, a false missile and volcanic activity all made our list of top 20 stories in 2018. Here’s a recap of our top stories of 2018:
Land Purchase Closes for Kula Ag Park Expansion
Maui’s purchase of 262 acres of A&B ag land in Kula has closed escrow, effectively allowing the county to nearly double the size of its current ag park lands.
Hawai‘i Medical-Aid-In-Dying Law Takes Effect Jan. 1, 2019
Starting tomorrow, residents with a terminal illness and 6 months or less to live may request medical-aid-in-dying prescriptions under Our Care, Our Choice Act.
Haleakalā National Park Government Shutdown Update
During the lapse in appropriations, most areas of Haleakalā NP remain open with all park laws enforced. Sunrise reservations are still required from 3-7 a.m.
$9 M in Grants Released by Maui Mayor’s Office
Funds have helped preserve our environment and open space, support our small businesses, and share our host culture with residents and visitors.
