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5 p.m. UPDATE: Kilo Track Shifts Away From Islands
This link will be updated throughout the day with the latest on Kilo…
Waiohuli Community Center Master Plan to Enter Next Phase
The project is located on 17-acres along Lau’ie Drive in the Kula Residential Lots Subdivision. $1.5 M in state funds has since been appropriated for Phase II.
Scientists Launch Mission to Reveal Condition of Hawaiʻi’s Reefs
Images collected will be used to gain a comprehensive understanding of the health of Hawaiʻi’s corals. Findings will also help scientists better understand and monitor the potential impact of environmental and human stress factors on coral recovery in the future.
State Celebrates Largest Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Plant
Makai Ocean Engineering celebrates the completion of the world’s largest operational Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion power plant today, Friday, Aug. 21, at 11 a.m. at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai‘i Authority in Kailua-Kona on Hawai‘i Island.
Fleetwood’s Hits the Three-year Mark with a Big Bash
It’s been three years since legendary drummer Mick Fleetwood opened his restaurant in Lahaina. Now, Fleetwood’s on Front Street has a grand plan to celebrate, all weekend long.
Hawai‘i Sees Lowest Unemployment Rate Since April 2008
The Hawai‘i State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations announced that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for July was 3.7 percent, down from 4.0 percent in June. The last time the seasonally adjust unemployment rate was at or below 3.7 percent was in April 2008, when it was 3.6 percent, the department stated today.
Wassup This Weekend: Thursday to Tuesday, Aug. 20–25
Wondering what to do this weekend? Maui Now has compiled a chronological listing of some of the island’s best events scheduled from Thursday through Tuesday, Aug. 20 through 25.
8 Arrested in Haleakalā Demonstration
A total of eight people were arrested overnight during a demonstration against the ongoing construction of the Daniel K Inouye Solar Telescope atop Haleakalā. The arrests include the following…
Trade Wind Weather Today, Weekend is Uncertain
The disturbance generating our recent unsettled weather will continue moving away from the islands, decreasing the threat of widespread heavy rainfall…
Hawaiian Airlines Offers Reduced Rates: Book by Aug. 20
Hawaiian Airlines is offering special reduced rates on Mainland flights booked through Aug. 20. The travel period is Sept. 21 to Nov. 18, 2015, Monday through Thursday only.
Aloha Mixed Plate: Born to Mix it Up
Aloha Mixed Plate didn’t come into this world as a restaurant. It was initially created as the kitchen and bar for one of Maui’s most popular and historic attractions.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect, Heavy Showers Expected
Winds will be rather light for the next few days. Today could be a replay of yesterday with tropical humidity and daytime sea breezes giving way…
Maui Committee Considers Smoking Ban at Bus Stops
As currently written, the proposed bill would prohibit smoking 20 feet around bus shelters and bus stop signs. The bill was introduced by Michael Victorino.
Maui County 11th-Grade ACT Scores Increase
Maui County schools were listed in the top four spots with the following increases: Maui High School increases scores by 17%; Moloka‘i, 19%; and Lana‘i, 16%.
CPHC Addresses Viral Wind Models Showing Cyclone Hitting State
There are models that show tropical cyclone activity near the state and there are others that don’t. We just want to make sure that people aren’t latching onto one particular solution …
Hot, Humid Weather Today for Maui County
A bit of unsettled weather is on tap for the islands for the first half of the work week. Light southeast to south winds are expected. Volcanic haze is likely…
Man Dies in Molokini Snorkeling Incident
Police met medics and the US Coast Guard at Mā‘alaea Harbor in response to a report of incident involving a male snorkeler on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2015, at about 9 a.m. The victim is identified as Jonathan Owens, 58, of Louisville, Kentucky.
Red Cross Updates Saipan Relief Efforts
The American Red Cross and Saipan residents are bracing themselves for two new tropical storms threatening the remote US territory.
Commando Trail Hiker Airlifted to Maui Memorial
At early dawn Saturday, Aug. 15, 2015, firefighters retrieved a hiker found injured late last night, after an extensive search on the Commando Trail, in the Kailua area of East Maui.
Maui County Weekend Weather Forecast
Passing showers over windward and mauka areas can be expected this weekend. Trade winds will remain at moderate levels through Saturday…
