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County invites community input on new urban forest management plan for Maui island
The County of Maui Department of Management invites all community members to participate in the upcoming Maui County Council committee meeting this Thursday, June 5, 2025, at 9 a.m., where the approach for developing a Maui County Urban Forest Management Plan will be discussed.
UH Maui and Hawaiʻi CC now have wastewater treatment certificate programs
University of Hawaiʻi Maui College and Hawaiʻi Community College have launched a certificate program to train specialists in onsite wastewater treatment, aiming to address the state’s cesspool conversion crisis.
Missing person: man failed to return after leaving his Haʻikū home Friday
Julian Mance, 67, was reported missing by a concerned acquaintance on Monday, June 2, 2025, after he left his Haʻikū residence on Friday, May 30, 205, at approximately 3 p.m. and has not returned home. The last contact with Mance via phone was on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m.
Kīhei woman reported missing, last seen Sunday near School Street in Kahului
Melissa Saito, 31, of Kīhei was reported missing by a concerned family member on Monday after she failed to return home from a friend’s residence. Saito was last seen on Sunday, May 25, 2025, at approximately 8 p.m. in Kahului in the area of School Street.
Incidents on Hawai‘i Island shed light on Hawaiian Hawk abuse
A Hawaiian hawk on Hawaiʻi Island suffered injuries alleged to be human-caused and was euthanized last month.
County Volunteer Center to host virtual session on recruiting, retaining volunteers
Nonprofit leaders, volunteer coordinators and community organizations in Maui County are invited to join a free virtual information session on Monday, June 9, 2025, to learn how the County of Maui Volunteer Center, HandsOn Maui, can help organizations recruit, engage and retain volunteers.
MEMA urges residents, visitors to prepare ahead of hurricane season June through November
The Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is urging all residents and visitors to take steps now to ensure safety and resiliency as the hurricane season in Hawaiʻi gets underway. The Central Pacific hurricane season officially runs from June 1 through Nov. 30.
Kukui nut takes center stage at Canoe Crop Corner during Wailuku First Friday
Maui Visitors Bureau will host its sixth Canoe Crop Corner on Friday, June 6, during Wailuku First Friday, highlighting the cultural and culinary significance of the kukui nut.
MHLA awards $37,400 in scholarships to 30 local students
The scholarships were distributed through three scholarship programs: the UH Maui College Hospitality and Culinary Program, the Academy of Hospitality (AOHT) Program and the MHLA Member Program.
Maui Police Department launches 2025 Citizen Survey
The Maui Police Department has launched its 2025 Citizen Survey in an ongoing effort to strengthen relationships with the community and improve public safety services.
Alternating traffic on Hāna Highway in Haʻikū for preparation for drainage improvements
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation notifies highway users that one lane in either direction on Hāna Highway (Route 36) in the vicinity of Kahiapo Place and Nahele Road will be closed on Tuesday, June 3 for drainage improvement preparation work.
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia departure from Hilo delayed until Tuesday due to weather
The Polynesian Voyaging Society announced that the Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will now depart from Hilo on Tuesday morning, June 3, after postponing the voyage due to weather conditions.
Gov. Green welcomes new State Fire Marshal, Dori Booth
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., today announced the appointment of Dori Booth as Hawaiʻi’s new State Fire Marshal, reviving a critical public safety position that has been vacant for nearly 46 years. The original Office of the State Fire Marshal was abolished by Act 241 of the 1978 Session Laws of Hawaiʻi, with its responsibilities devolved to the counties as of July 1, 1979.
Kalei’s Lahaina hosts hiring event ahead of Grand Opening on June 18
Kalei’s Maui is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in Lahaina, set to welcome the community starting June 18, 2025. In preparation, Kalei’s Lahaina will be hosting a hiring event on Monday and Tuesday, June 2-3, at 1221 Honoapiʻilani Hwy, Suite A-1.
Maui keiki treated to HDS Tooth Fairy Fun Day
Dozens of island keiki were treated to an HDS Tooth Fairy Fun Day on Sunday at the Maui Ocean Center in Mā‘alaea. The free for kama‘āina event helped to educate Maui families about the importance of oral health for keiki.
Monday Morning Maui Sports: Kamehameha Maui graduate Michael Kalalau leaves impressive legacy for Navy rugby team
The former Warrior never played rugby until he walked on as a sophomore at the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated May 23 with a national championship from 2023 and All-American status this year. His teams were 52-4 during his career.
Walmart volunteers help assemble food boxes for Lahaina’s Filipino community
Volunteers from Kahului Walmart and Walmart’s Hawaiʻi Market Office helped assemble 1,225 food boxes at the Maui Food Bank last week. It’s part of an ongoing program for Lahaina’s Filipino community by Kaibigan ng Lahaina and supported by the American Red Cross.
Maui Council’s FY26 budget: Final vote looms amid shifting justifications, lingering questions
The budget pending second reading on Tuesday, has been reduced $9.4 million from the Budget Committee, but still $46 million more than the Bissen proposed budget. Once approved, the budget will go into effect July 1.
Test of monthly all-hazard warning siren system on June 2
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025, at 11:45 a.m.
World Ocean Day celebration set for June 8
Maui Ocean Center will celebrate World Ocean Day with family-friendly activities including live music, educational stations and marine naturalist presentations from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, June 8.
