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Four Seasons wins SMA permit after Maui Planning Commission backs off property-wide water monitoring
The Maui Planning Commission voted 5-1 Tuesday to grant a special management area use permit for the Four Seasons Resort Wailea’s $16.3 million project to make exterior renovations, including new swimming pools. But the approval came after legal concerns compelled the commission to back off attempts to impose property-wide monitoring of the resort’s water usage.
Maui Planning Commission defers consideration of larger ʻohana homes to build housing inventory
The Maui Planning Commission deferred consideration Tuesday of a draft bill to increase the allowable size of accessory dwelling units, also known as ʻohana homes, on smaller lots, a move intended to help address Maui County’s critical housing shortage. Commissioners ran out of time Tuesday after a nearly eight-hour, granular-level review of another agenda item, a special […]
Emergency Hawaiʻi Relief Program launched to help thousands impacted by suspended SNAP benefits
Maui County’s food assistance system faces a crippling double crisis starting Nov. 1: federal budget gridlock will halt monthly SNAP payments for more than 18,600 residents, even as the state is forced to implement a new set of strict federal work and eligibility rules. The immediate response is Gov. Josh Green’s emergency Hawaiʻi Relief Program, launched Wednesday to provide temporary housing and utility assistance.
Four Seasons Resort Maui unveils holiday programming, festive gatherings
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is celebrating the holidays with a festive wreath display and events inspired by Hawaiian culture, the local arts and island traditions.
MACC presents rock legends Foghat in concert, Feb. 5
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents classic rock legends Foghat in a MACC Presents concert in the Castle Theater on Thursday, Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Konrad Gstrein returns to Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea as regional vice president and general manager
Five-star, five-diamond Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has announced the appointment of Konrad Gstrein as regional vice president and general manager, marking a homecoming for the hospitality leader who launched his Four Seasons career at the oceanfront resort in 2001.
Maui’s Anson Cabello leads UH, Georgia freshman ties course record in round 2 of Kāʻanapali Classic
Maui’s own Anson Cabello led the Rainbow Warriors on Tuesday during an eventful second round at the Kā‘anapali Classic.
Hayneses named Humanitarians of the Year by nonprofit directors
Jimmy and Honey Bun Haynes were named Humanitarians of the Year by the Maui Nonprofit Directors Association at the organization’s annual meeting earlier this month.
Lahaina Strong to host 2nd Mākeke on Halloween
Lahaina Strong announced its 2nd Lahaina Strong Mākeke taking place on Halloween, Friday, Oct. 31 from 4:30–8:30 p.m. at the Ka La’i Ola Community, located at 348 Wahikuli Rd.
Hawai‘i schools serve up locally sourced ‘volcano bowls’ for Farm-to-School Month
This October, Hawaiʻi public school cafeterias statewide were invited to serve “bussin’ volcano bowls” — a playful take on a taco salad — for lunch, featuring locally sourced beef, lettuce and tomatoes where available. More than 4,300 pounds of local ground beef, 6,300 pounds of local green lettuce and 4,400 pounds of local tomatoes were distributed to 95 participating schools.
Fork & Salad Maui opens in Lahaina with high-tech perks
Fork & Salad, the Maui-born fast-casual concept dedicated to fresh, locally sourced food, invites the community to celebrate together with a grand opening at its newest restaurant at Lahaina Cannery Mall.
Holiday gifts for kūpuna sought for Kaunoa Senior Services Giving Tree
The County of Maui’s Kaunoa Senior Services is seeking community support for this year’s Giving Tree campaign to provide holiday gifts to homebound seniors.
Hawaiʻi’s rising tennis stars compete at Wailuku Tournament
Junior tennis players from across the Hawaiian Islands competed this past weekend in the Wailuku Halloween Junior Tournament, held at Wells Park and War Memorial Tennis Courts.
Hawaiian Electric makes significant progress in double pole removal
Hawaiian Electric reports significant progress in its efforts to remove double poles as part of a comprehensive, multi-year plan to improve safety, reliability and neighborhood aesthetics.
Imua Onipāʻa issues Request for Partners to build Maui’s resilient workforce future
Imua Onipāʻa, a Maui-based nonprofit dedicated to creating equitable workforce pathways across Hawaiʻi, has announced a new Request for Partnership to engage funders, philanthropic organizations, and community collaborators in building a resilient, future-ready workforce for Maui Nui. Following the successful launch of its first workforce cohort earlier this year, Imua Onipāʻa is now seeking long-term […]
From losing her home to chairing Maui housing committee: Tasha Kama leaned on faith and family
The late council member’s personal struggles to find housing and the fact that some of her kids had to move off island drove her passion for affordable housing, her family says.
East Maui group escalates dispute with state over visitor misbehavior on Hāna Highway
Famed for its hundreds of twists and turns through lush East Maui rainforests and dozens of one-lane bridges, the Road to Hāna has become infamous for something else — the head-scratching antics of visitors. Tourists have been spotted ignoring “No Parking” signs, failing to pull over for emergency vehicles and sometimes stopping in the middle of the road to take selfies.
Community reports essential as little fire ant detections increase on Maui
On Maui, 75% of LFA detections come from community reports, proving that the watchfulness of residents is paying off. As LFA populations continue to grow across the state, the attentiveness of residents remains a critical component in preventing the establishment of little fire ants on Maui.
UH Maui College reopens following power restoration
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College reopens today (Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025) following restoration of power to most facilities. A power outage at the Kahului campus on Tuesday forced a single day closure on Oct. 28.
Keiki Halloween at The Shops at Wailea draws 1,000 guests
The Shops at Wailea once again welcomed families and keiki for its annual Halloween celebration filled with excitement, creativity and aloha. The Center delivered another unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages, drawing 1,000 guests on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2025.





