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Maui’s Rising Surf Star: Jackson Bunch
A profile feature on one of Maui’s best young surfing talents, Jackson Bunch.
Lost Hiker at ʻĪao Rescued After Overnight Stay
At around 6:05 a.m., fire crews spotted the female hiker about three miles up on left side of valley where the river splits.
Halted: Maui Hospital Transition Hits Speed Bump
The 9th Circuit Court today entered an order temporarily stopping activities related to the transition of Maui Memorial Medical Center to a private operator.
99% of Hawaiian Pilots Vote to Strike if Talks Fail
“We absolutely do not want to go on strike, but if that’s what it takes to get a market-rate contract, our pilots have told us loud and clear that they will stand together and take that final step.”
Winds Fluctuating This Week
Moderate to breezy trade winds are forecast through Wednesday. Winds will weaken a bit Thursday and Thursday night with the trades picking back…
Mega-Tsunami Chances in Hawaiʻi Estimated
The study estimated the probability of a 9+ Magnitude earthquake in the Aleutian Islands, and its power to create a mega-tsunami in Hawai‘i.
Weather Shift as Winds Pick Back up
Moderate trade winds are expected through Wednesday. The trades are forecast to weaken slightly for the second half of the work week. Trades…
Visitor Industry Charity Walk Breaks Fundraising Goal
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association celebrated 38 years of giving back to the community with its annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk on Saturday, May 14.
Mauians Strike Gold at ‘Olympics of Outrigger Paddling’
Hawaiian and Kīhei canoe clubs of the Valley Isle led crews to a 1-2 sweep, respectively, at the 2016 World Sprints on Tuesday at the week-long Vaʻa World Sprints.
Maui Earns Medals in Australia 2016 World Sprints
Hawaiian Canoe Club of Kahului, Maui, captured third place for boys 19 and under in a 1,000-meter race. Hawaii master paddlers 50+ netted five medals.
Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Possible Today
Light winds will prevail through the weekend, with breezy trade winds returning early next week. Increasing clouds and showers are expected Saturday with…
Emaciated Dog Found on Hāna Hwy Now Thriving in Tacoma
A young dog that was found alone and emaciated in the middle of the road to Hāna on Maui, is now thriving and leading an active life in Tacoma, Washington.
Lighter Winds Lead to Weather Shift
Lighter trades are expected for the next few days, with daytime sea breezes and nighttime land breezes affecting more areas. Moisture from an old…
Former Maui Teacher Pleads No Contest in Sexting Case
A former teacher and head football coach at Maui High School, David Bui, pleaded no contest today to five counts of indecent electronic display to a child.
Maui Cheer Allstars Score Big at Super Bowl of Cheerleading
In their eighth year, the Maui Cheer Allstars, a 36-member cheerleading squad based in Lahaina, went on to become one of the nation’s top teams at the recent Summit competitions held in Tampa, Florida, on April 30 and May 1.
Fresh Organic Food Truck Opens in Hāna
Hāna Ranch has just opened its newest roadside attraction, serving fresh organic food from Hāna Burger Food Truck, offering farm tours and more.
Some Lingering Cloud Cover, Rain Today
Clouds and showers will focus primarily across windward and mauka areas and will be most likely across the Big Island due to lingering moisture from…
Lifeguard Pay Raises Advance in Unanimous 6-0 Vote
Lifeguards responded to 32 rescues in a single day at Kanahā Beach Park. North shore ocean safety captain Keola Brown said lifeguards just want to fair compensation so that they can support their families.
Fast-track Affordable Housing Project Seeks 70 units in Wailuku
The 70 unit Waiʻale Affordable Housing project is proposed for development on 10.36 acres just north of Waikapū Gardens in Wailuku.
Traffic Advisory: Landslides on Hāna Highway
State Highways crews are performing roadwork on Hāna Hwy (360) between MP 11-16 due to landslides reported at around 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2016.
