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HTA seeks input from Maui, Molokaʻi communities on long-term tourism strategy
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is inviting residents of Maui and Molokaʻi to participate in upcoming virtual meetings aimed at shaping island-wide tourism plans for the future.
Maui Council panel gives preliminary OK for Kahului workforce rental housing project
A Maui County Council committee recommended approval Monday of a resolution expressing support for conveying public land in the vicinity of the Kahului Community Center and Kokua Pool for a 100-unit workforce rental housing project by Hale Makua Health Services in partnership with Alaka’i Development.
UH: Groundbreaking research reveals potential underwater reservoir off Hawaiʻi Island
Scientists investigated the potential vast underground reservoir of fresh water beneath Hawaiʻi Island’s ocean floor, potentially revolutionizing the understanding of island hydrology and offering new fresh water sources.
Modular homes to be transported this week
Hauling in Kahului will take place between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 5. On Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 9 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., modular homes will be delivered to Lahaina.
Evacuation maps, new leadership, more staffing mark changes at Maui Emergency Management Agency after fires
“The public information, or lack thereof, causes tremendous angst and panic, and we wanted to ensure that we improve in that area,” MEMA Administrator Amos Lonokailua-Hewett said.
Work concludes on Maui project to restore 11 acres damaged by axis deer, protect water quality
The Hapapa Watershed project was designed to revegetate an area in South Maui that had been denuded by feral axis deer.
The Westin Maui unveils elevated guest journey at Hōkūpaʻa Tower
These refinements fulfill the vision first set in motion with Hōkūpaʻa’s multi-million-dollar renovation completed in 2020, which introduced 217 reimagined, spacious guest rooms and suites with dual vanities and stunning ocean views, and created the brand new lounge space, The Lānai.
Records Section Temporary Closure
The Records Section and Records Window of the Maui Police Department will be closed to the public for all transactions and telephone inquiries between Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, and Friday, Aug. 15, 2025.
29th Annual Arthur T. Ueoka Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament to Tee Off on Sept. 6, 2025
The Arthur T. Ueoka Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament is back for its 29th year, set to take place on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025, at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course.
ʻOhana Strong executive director to speak at Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea, Aug. 13
Melissa Eisenhart, Executive Director of ʻOhana Strong, will be the speaker at the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. The title of her presentation is “Kids grow. Clothes don’t.”
Free, family-friendly event to celebrate Hawaiian games and native species through art on Aug. 10
The family-friendly event Lau Ke Aloha: Hawaiian Games & Kinolau Native Species Art Creation Day will return on Sunday, Aug. 10 from 2 to 7 p.m. at Mākena Golf & Beach Club’s Hale Pili.
Updates: Maui brush fire in Puʻukoliʻi area of Kāʻanapali burns 33 acres; roads reopen, evacuation orders lifted, flights impacted
A brush fire has burned 33 acres (revised downward from an earlier estimate of 90 acres) in an area mauka of the Honoapiʻilani Highway near Kakaʻalaneo Drive in the Puʻukoliʻi area of Kāʻanapali near the old Sugar Cane Train warehouse. Evacuation orders have since been lifted and roads have reopened. Flight impacts have been reported.
Maui County Bar Association announces Arthur T. Ueoka Scholarship Program
The Maui County Bar Association (MCBA) has announced the availability of the Arthur T. Ueoka Scholarship, offering six $1,000 scholarships to current and prospective law students with significant ties to Maui County. This scholarship honors the legacy of Arthur T. Ueoka, a respected former judge and prosecutor, who dedicated his life to justice and the legal profession.
Makawao man found unresponsive at Mākena State Park
Maui police say foul play is not expected in a miscellaneous accident involving a Makawao man found unresponsive at Mākena State Park, Thursday afternoon.
Hawaiʻi to mark 80th anniversary of Hiroshima bombing with ceremony and call for peace
Aug. 6, 2025, marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima—a pivotal and tragic moment in world history that continues to echo across generations.
Hilton Hawaiian Village and Koholā Brewery host Aloha For Maui Beer Dinner in support of Lahaina wildfire recovery
The evening will feature a specially-curated, multi-course dinner, each dish paired with craft selections from Koholā Brewery, including the debut of a new collaboration beer created exclusively for the resort. A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit Maui United Way in support of Lahaina wildfire recovery.
HTA supports Hawaiʻi’s cultural ambassadors through Hoʻokipa Malihini Initiative
To foster meaningful cultural experiences in Hawaiʻi’s visitor hubs, the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is investing $397,000 in seven Hawaiian cultural programs and practitioners through its Hoʻokipa Malihini Initiative.
Precursory eruptive activity begins for Episode 30 of Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea
HVO scientists say it is unclear exactly when sustained eruptive activity may start, however, high lava fountaining is likely to begin today or tomorrow if summit inflation resumes.
Larry Libres Fishing & Diving tournament results
Mecho Boco ended Fernando Pagampao’s chance of becoming the second two-time Tako winner in the 37 years of the Larry Libes Fishing & Diving Tournament Saturday, at Kanahā Beach Park.
Maui County DPW creating new Lahaina roadway connection Aug. 4-5 on Aki Street
A small portion of Aki Street in Lahaina town will be closed Monday, Aug. 4, through Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, while the County of Maui Department of Public Works (DPW) Highways Division creates a new roadway connection.
