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VIDEO: KMVI AM 550 Tower Collapse
The longstanding KMVI AM 550 radio tower in Central Maui was brought down today in a controlled collapse. The 5 and a half ton structure stood 450 feet tall. Its flashing red lights served as a beacon and landmark for many years to passing pilots, motorists, and residents alike.
UH Experts Confirm Japan Radiation Virtually No Threat
Experts from the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Department of Meteorology said Friday that the radiation risk for Hawaii from the Japan nuclear plant is “extremely negligible”.
VIDEO: Mayor’s Budget includes $40 M for S. Maui Police Station
The budget includes $40 million for a new Kihei Police Station, with an intergovernmental loan from the USDA Rural Development Community Facilities Program.
Maui Judge Joel August Retires, Wildman Fills Vacancy
Maui Judge Joel retires today after a full career with the Second Circuit Court that included his rulings in the high profile Hawaii Superferry case.
STUDY: Molokai, Lanai Could Supply 25% Oahu Energy
Wind and solar farms on Molokai and Lanai could supply up to 25% of Oahu’s electricity, according a study released yesterday by the Hawaii Natural Energy Institute (HNEI).
Maui Students Explore Police Careers
The next career shadowing event will be held in June in partnership with the Maui Research and Technology Park
Maui Borders Slated for Closure
Many on Maui are going to miss the Maui Marketplace Borders store in Kahului when it closes at the end of May 2011.
Council to Review Board and Commission Nominees
The Maui Policy Committee will review nominations next week of those appointed to various boards and commissions.
100 Stall Paia Parking Lot Opens Friday
Parking in Paia is expected to improve with the opening Friday, March 18 of a new 100 stall gravel lot off of Baldwin Avenue.
Hawaii Remains Safe for Residents and Visitors
Governor issues reassuring statement that there is no danger to Hawaii following the nuclear emergency in Japan.
How to Become a Maui Red Cross Volunteer
The American Red Cross on Maui is offering free Disaster Services training beginning April 4, 2011, at their offices in Wailuku.
Preserving Maui’s Most Cherished Places
The General Plan Committee discusses Chapter 2 of the Maui Island Plan focusing on Heritage resources.
Solar Rebates Go Through the Roof
Rebates of up to $1,750 are being offered to residents who replace their old electric water heaters with solar water installations.
Travel Warning Issued for Japan
The U.S. Department of State has upgraded its travel alert to a warning for US visitors to Japan. This comes upon a deteriorating situation at the Fukushima Dai0ichi Nuclear Power plant.
Hawaii beats Portland in CIT opener, USF next
After beating Portland in the first round of the CollegeInsider.com basketball tournament, Hawaii play hos to USF on Saturday.
Hawaii Launches “Aloha for Japan” Relief Effort
A coordinated statewide effort, entitled Aloha for Japan, has been launched to collect donations for victims of the deadly Japan earthquake and Pacific wide tsunami.
Spotlight on the Maui School Garden Network
The Maui School Garden Network, created and coordinated by Lehn Huff, supports sustainability-focused projects for students across the island.
Hawaii Expats Monitor Disaster Developments in Japan
Hawaii expatriates now living in Japan continue to monitor news reports and radiation levels in day six of a series of disasters in Japan.
Hawaii Health Officials Advise Public to Avoid Ingesting Potassium Iodide
Hawaii Health officials say ingesting potassium iodide out of concern for possible radiation exposure is ineffective and may cause unwanted side effects.
Governor Gets First Hand Look at Maui Tsunami Damage
The cost of cleanup continues to rise as assessments are made of tsunami swept areas across the state. Today, Governor Neil Abercrombie visited both Maui and the Big Island.
