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Firefighters respond to two structure fires on Molokaʻi Wednesday afternoon
Firefighters responded to two structures fires Wednesday afternoon on Molokaʻi—one in Hoʻolehua and the other on Kalua Koi Road. The cause of both fires is under investigation.
UH Maui College celebrates Arbor Month this Saturday
Maui Green & Beautiful and the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College are hosting a free, family-friendly community event, Mālama the Trees 2025, at the Kahului campus Great Lawn this Saturday, Nov. 15 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Iration x Maoli new single ‘Roots’ out today
Hawaiʻi-bred, California-based alternative reggae-rock band Iration releases their new single “Roots” in collaboration with Maui recording artist Maoli today, Nov. 14, 2025 via Three Prong Records.
Water rights achievements to be recognized at ‘Buy Back the Beach’ Lūʻau, Jan. 24
Hawai‘i Land Trust will honor D. Kapua‘ala Sproat and Isaac Moriwake at its 24th-annual Buy Back the Beach benefit lūʻau from 5-9 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at the Old Lāhainā Lū‘au on Maui.
Hawaiian language public pre-K classroom now open at Hāna Elementary School
Hāna Elementary School’s new pre-K classroom is rooted in Hawaiian values and language. The new classroom brings the total number of the Executive Office on Early Learning Hawaiian language public preschool classrooms in the state to four.
Maui Board of Ethics declines action on complaints against Council Member Tom Cook
The Maui County Board of Ethics voted 6-0 Wednesday to decline processing two new complaints against Council Member Tom Cook, finding the identical allegations lacked foundational requirements for a formal hearing.
List of programs MEO offering for wildfire and general relief
Maui Economic Opportunity offers an array of resources for Maui County residents dealing with the impacts of the federal government shutdown, changes to federal program requirements, 2023 wildfire recovery and general housing and utility crises and has been receiving numerous applications and inquiries about assistance programs.
Maui Residential Rebuild Program designed to help wildfire-impacted residents
Hawaiʻi Energy has announced the Maui Residential Rebuild Program, a new partnership with the Hawaiian Council, designed to help wildfire-impacted residents rebuild their homes sustainably and affordably.
Hawaiʻi Farm to Families Program to provide funds to food banks and relief to local families
As food insecurity and the impacts of federal funding reductions to essential programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continue to affect local families, the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives is pleased to announce the release of funding for the Farm to Families initiative, a Legislature-funded program that enables local food banks to purchase, store, and distribute fresh, Hawaiʻi-grown produce to residents in need.
Experience a Vintage Holiday Classic with Maui OnStage’s New Production
Maui OnStage is delighted to announce its holiday production of “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol,” running Nov. 21 through Dec. 7 at the historic ʻĪao Theater.
Local Rotary club launches ‘Secret Angel Project’ to bring holiday cheer to children in need
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset Foundation is inviting the public to take part in the annual Secret Angel Project, a heartfelt effort to make the holidays brighter for children and families experiencing homelessness on Maui.
US Coast Guard responds to Russian military vessel off Honolulu
The US Coast Guard detected and monitored a Russian military vessel operating near US territorial waters approximately 15 nautical miles south of Oʻahu on Oct. 29.
Montage Kapalua Bay announces holiday dining and celebration lineup
Montage Kapalua Bay is welcoming the festive season with a lineup of culinary experiences and celebrations for all ages. From Thanksgiving dinners to New Year’s Eve events, the resort invites the guests and locals alike to gather, dine and celebrate together overlooking the beauty of Kapalua Bay.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui welcomes new culinary leadership team
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has appointed a new culinary leadership team, the resort announced this week.
Kiffmann’s Maui Elite Taekwondo celebrates Grand Opening at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
Kiffmann Taekwondo, Maui’s longest-running martial arts school, will host a grand opening of their new dojang at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center this Saturday, Nov. 15, located across Zumiez.
HMSA Kaimana Scholarship applications now available for Hawai‘i high school seniors
HMSA has announced that applications are now open for the 21st annual Kaimana Scholarship Program, which recognizes Hawai‘i high school seniors for excellence in academics, athletics and community service.
Maui Council gives final approval for Wailuku Executive Center purchase
The Maui County Council has given final approval to public acquisition of the four-story Wailuku Executive Center for $10 million to buy and renovate the property as the new headquarters for the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney.
UH astronomer helps capture shape of Supernova explosion as massive star dies
Astronomers have captured one of the universe’s most dramatic moments – the instant a massive star exploded and the blast broke through the star’s surface. A University of Hawaiʻi astronomer was part of the international team that raced to record and study the supernova in real time.
Maui AIDS Foundation to host Transgender Day of Remembrance and World AIDS Day
Maui AIDS Foundation has announced two upcoming community events at ProArts in the Azeka Shopping Center, Kīhei, honoring the transgender community and raising awareness around HIV/AIDS and health equity on Maui.
Biggest water users in West Maui before fire were non-owner-occupied homes, report finds
The state water commission is trying to decide who should get permits to use water in West Maui, with 93 existing use permits and 48 new applications under review.
