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PBS Hawaiʻi to Air Maui-Made Documentary About Haleakalā
“The Quietest Place on Earth” was filmed to introduce Haleakalā as Maui’s geological and spiritual birthplace to a world audience. The film tells the story of Haleakalā from the perspective of local Hawaiian cultural practitioners, artists, scientists, authors, musicians, cowboys and spiritual leaders.
Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar to Open in Seattle
This fall, popular chef/restaurateur, D.K. Kodama is opening a Sansei Seafood Restaurant & Sushi Bar on the corner of Pine and 9th Streets in downtown Seattle.
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HEI Urges Shareholders to Vote for Proposed NextEra Merger
After holding a special meeting, Hawaiian Electric Industries Inc. recently announced the approval of the proposal to extend the deadline for shareholder voting on the proposed merger agreement with NextEra Energy Inc.
Winds Ease a Bit Today
Breezy trades are expected to gradually diminish over the next couple of days. Showers should continue to favor windward and mauka areas, especially overnight…
UPDATE: Hawaiian Airlines Plane Makes Emergency Landing at Kahului Airport
A Hawaiian Airlines flight was diverted to Maui for an emergency landing after experiencing what airline officials called a “left engine surge” while en route from Honolulu to Kona.
Breezy Winds up to 35 mph Today
Breezy trade winds are expected to continue through tomorrow. The trades will focus showers over mainly windward areas, but some showers will spread to leeward…
Famed Hansen’s Disease Priest, Saint Damien Honored
A portion of New York’s 33rd Street was co-named Father Damien Way today after the 19th-century Roman Catholic Priest from Belgium, who is recognized in Hawaiʻi for is work with Hansen’s disease patients in Kalaupapa on Molokaʻi.
Meetings to Discuss Proposed Protection of Native Habitat at Nuʻu
The public meetings will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at the Kula Community Center; and on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at the Hāna High and Elementary School Cafeteria.
Maui County Visitor Industry Raises $800,000 in Charity Walk
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association held its 37th Visitor Industry Charity Walk on Saturday, May 9, raising a total of $800,000.
Today’s Weather Re-play of Yesterday
Breezy trades are expected for the next several days. Showers will favor windward and mauka areas, with some of the larger showers…
Pukalani Man Dies in Kahekili Motorcycle Crash
A 25-year-old Pukalani man suffered fatal injuries in a motorcycle accident reported early Sunday morning on the Kahekili Highway on Maui. Police have since identified the man as…
Trade Winds Pick up Another Notch for Weekend
The trade winds are expected to strengthen into the weekend with showers focusing over windward and mauka areas. This trade wind weather pattern…
Kokomo Road and Haʻikū Road Closures
Both the Haʻikū Road and Kokomo Road projects are expected to last for several months at least. During this time motorists are advised to expect delays and to use caution and to follow all traffic control signs.
Medical Marijuana Dispensary Bill Advances to Governor
A bill that creates a statewide distribution system for medical marijuana passed out of the state House on the last day of session.
Maui Visitor Arrivals, Spending Increase from March 2014
On Maui, visitor days increased 5.2% and total visitor expenditures increased by 4.6%, compared to March 2014. Total arrivals to the Hawaiian Islands grew 3%.
Winds Increase a Notch Today
Trade winds and windward showers are expected through the forecast period. Winds are forecasted to increase Friday and remain strong into next week. Clouds…
UPDATE: Responsible Identified in Kahului Hit-and-Run Investigation
Police say two of the letters in the license plate were reversed and issued a statement today saying, “This was a mistake anyone could have made.”
Pedestrian in Fatal Maui Traffic Crash Identified
Maui Police have identified the pedestrian killed in Wednesday’s fatal traffic crash on the Hāna Highway as Michael Machado, 46, a former Molokaʻi resident, with no local address.
Breezy Trade Winds, Leeward Sunshine
Moderate to fresh trade winds are expected to continue through Thursday, increase on Friday, and then remain strong through the weekend and into next week…
$172M Secured for Maui Capital Improvement Projects in State Budget
Speaker Souki said there is a balance that must be sought to ensure that needed projects are funded to maintain state services and ensure quality of life on Maui.










