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Governor Seeks Nominees to Fill Inouye Vacancy
Governor Neil Abercrombie has issued a formal request to the Democratic Party of Hawaii on Monday, seeking a list of three nominees to fill the vacancy left by the passing of US Senator Daniel K. Inouye.
Expanded Airport Security Checkpoint to Reduce Wait Times
The new checkpoint was opened to air travelers today following a brief ceremony. It was designed to increase the total number of passenger screening lanes from six to nine.
Governor’s Proposed Budget Reverses 5% Pay Cut
The budget reverses the 5% reduction in state employee wages, which was implemented following what was described as the worst recession in a generation.
VIDEO: Local Reaction to Sen. Inouye’s Passing
Local reaction to the passing of US Senator Daniel Inouye has been filled with gratitude, sorrow, and sentiment for the decades of service provided to the people of Hawaii and the nation as a whole.
Congressional Colleagues React to Sen. Inouye’s Death
Condolences have been pouring in from congressional colleagues as they learned of the passing of US Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii today.
Hawaii’s Senior Senator Dies, Inouye’s Last Words are “Aloha”
US Senator Daniel K. Inouye took his last breath at 12:01 p.m. on Monday, following respiratory complications.
Hawaiian To Offer Twice-Daily Nonstop LA to Maui
For the first time, Hawaiian Airlines will offer twice-daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and Maui in response to a growing demand for peak summer travel.
Hawaii to Combat Invasive Fireweed by Introducing Moth
The Department of Agriculture has obtained approval to release the Arctiidae moth to combat the spread of Fireweed, an invasive pest that is toxic to livestock.
ʻIao Valley Road OPEN Following Downed Electric Lines
ʻIao Valley Road is now open following a closure earlier this morning. The road was closed for about four hours as crews worked to repair downed live electric lines that were knocked over by a large tree branch. The road is now open in both directions.
Maui’s New Movie Reviewer is a Pidgin-Talking Pigeon
In news that is almost too weird to type, a pidgin-talking pigeon that reviews movies here on Maui debuts today.
Hawai’i School Officials Ensure Security After Mainland Massacre
The Hawaii State Department of Education Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Branch this morning met with Honolulu Police Department officials to review security procedures for the state’s public schools following the shooting tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut.
We Pick Maui’s Weekend Highlights
Don’t run the risk of getting a bunch of ink all over your hands. We’ve wasted hours weighing all the options and here are the best picks for the weekend.
House Leadership to be Determined on Opening Day
Present House Speaker Calvin Say announced Thursday that he will no longer be a candidate for speaker for the 2013-14 legislative sessions.
Mama’s Fish House Only Hawaii Restaurant in Top 100
Mama’s Fish House in Paia was the only Hawaii restaurant to be named to OpenTable’s 2012 Top 100 Best Restaurants in the United States.
Akaka Says Aloha to Senate in Farewell Remarks
US Senator Daniel Akaka stood before fellow colleagues on Wednesday as he delivered his farewell speech in preparation for retirement.
Four Maui Resorts Make Conde Nast 2013 Gold List
The Fairmont Kea Lani, the Four Seasons Resort Maui, the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua, and the Wailea Beach Villas have all been ranked on the upcoming Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List for 2013.
ʻIao Valley State Monument Reopens After Walkway Repairs
The $23,500 contract included replacement of stream-side walkways, repairs to damaged concrete walkway steps, and replacement of sections of the main asphalt walkway from the comfort station to the bridge.
Search for Missing Maui Woman Launched on Hawai’i Island
Hawaiʻi County police are searching for a 19-year-old Maui woman who was reported missing from Lakewood, Washington, where she attends college. Police say Nhi Nguyen Tuyet Pham may be on the island of Hawaiʻi, possibly in Puna.
Lawsuit Seeks to Protect Hawaii’s Solar Tax Credit
Challengers claim the change will drastically reduce the availability of tax credits for solar photovoltaic systems, and threaten Hawai‘i’s progress in promoting renewable energy and in weaning itself off fossil fuels.
Stroke Patient Medevaced From Lanai to MMMC
Medics from Lanai medevaced a 76-year-old Lanai City man to Maui after he suffered from stroke-like systems on Tuesday afternoon.
