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Winds Weakening, Increased Showers Late in Week
Winds will gradually weaken through Tuesday as a cold front slowly approaches from the west. The front is forecast to stall late in the day Tuesday, but a weak…
Visitor Rescued in Waters off Waiʻānapanapa
At 10:27 a.m. Monday morning, emergency crews in Hāna responded to a swimmer in distress at the Waiʻānapanapa State Park in East Maui. At 10:37 a.m., Hāna firefighters reportedly arrived at the park’s black sand beach, where bystanders directed crews to the person in the water. Officials say a firefighter swam out about 50 feet […]
Two Songs Composed for 25th Anniversary Edition of Hula O Nā Keiki
Special to this year’s event were two mele composed by Kekuhi Kanae Kanahele Kealiʻikanakaʻoleohaililani, an eighth generation kumu hula of Hālau O Kekuhi on Hawaiʻi Island.
Leonid Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight / Tomorrow
The Leonid Meteor Shower is active in Hawaiʻi through November 20, 2015. The show in the sky began Friday November 13, 2015. According to the Bishop Museum…
Winds to Weaken, Rain to Increase Late in Week
Breezy trade winds are expected through the day Monday with fewer showers expected and winds dropping off by Monday night. The trades are forecast to strengthen back…
Maui’s Kyleigh and Kālōi Win 2015 Hula O Nā Keiki Titles
Kyleigh Marie Hokuao Manual-Sagon and Kālōi Kalalena Lauleneke Combo Montalvo won the wahine and kāne overall titles respectively in this year’s event.
Gusty Winds Continue Through Weekend
Breezy east-northeast trade winds are in place through the weekend. Showers will continue to focus across windward and mauka areas, but the strong…
Hale Kau Kau Hosts 13th Annual Golf Tournament, Nov. 28
Hale Kau Kau, a meal program for the hungry in South Maui, holds its 13th Annual Golf Tournament fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2015 with a shotgun start at 7 a.m. at the Wailea Blue Golf Course.
Emergency Exercise at Wailuku Court, Nov. 14
The Maui Police Department will join the Sheriff’s Department this weekend in conducting a one day Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Exercise.
Paddle Boarders Rescued, Caught in Trade Winds at Pōhaku Park
Firefighters and ocean safety personnel were called to assist a group of paddle boarders who reportedly became caught in a windline in waters offshore of Pōhau Park in West Maui at the spot often referred to as “S-Turns.”
Blue Jay Wireless Offers Cell Phones, Service to Disadvantaged on Maui
The company provides cell phones to disadvantaged and disabled lower-income residents, and offers free and subsidized wireless service for eligible subscribers through the Lifeline low-income assistance program.
Gusty to 40 mph, Scattered Showers Today
Breezy to gusty trade winds are expected over the state through the weekend, then weaken next week. Showers will continue…
113 Lot Māʻalaea Plantation Subdivision Seeks Fast Track Approval
The 113 lot subdivision would consist of 58 affordable single-family lots and 55 market rural lots on approximately 257 acres.
Stolen Pickup Truck Involved in Police Stop at Jack in the Box Recovered
Maui police have recovered the stolen pickup truck involved in a felony traffic stop reported on Sunday at the drive thru of the Jack in the Box in Kahului, according to Maui Police Lieutenant William Juan.
Maui County Shines Green Light in Support of Veterans
Green was chosen to represent hope, renewal and well-being, and signify forward movement. It was launched to spark a national conversation regarding recognition of veterans.
Trade Wind Weather Continues Today
Breezy to gusty trade winds are expected over the state through the weekend. Showers will continue to focus over windward slopes with…
Customers Gobble Up Thanksgiving Thursdays at Leoda’s
The Thanksgiving Thursday turkey dinner will survive beyond the holidays, after becoming the most popular special ever at Leoda’s Kitchen and Pie Shop. For the first time, customers can order one of those per-person plates in advance, to enjoy on Thanksgiving.
Makaliʻi Rises: Commercial-Free Day at Haleakalā, Nov. 12
The next commercial-free day at Haleakalā National Park will occur on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2015 (Makali’i, Hilo Moon). Commercial-free days are opportunities for Kanaka Maoli to conduct traditional cultural practices in the park without commercial tours present.
Veteran’s Day Holiday Weather Forecast
Breezy to gusty trade winds are expected over the state through the weekend. Showers will continue to focus over windward slopes with many of…
Kahului Ranks in Top 15 US Melting Pot Cities
Top 15 Cities in the U.S. Melting Pot HomeInsurance.com ranked cities across the country with multiple ancestral ties. Kahului tied for fifth place along with Norwich, Connecticut; Albany, New York; and Janesville, Wisconsin.
