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Kula Community Watershed Alliance hosts talk with MFD about wildfire risks, July 3
The Kula Community Watershed Alliance invites residents and stakeholders to its next Community Conversation, a virtual event focused on wildfire behavior in invasive tree-dominated forests. The event takes place on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at 6 p.m. via Zoom.
Hawai‘i students partner with conservation professionals to produce first-ever draft genome of critically endangered Palila
In a landmark collaboration between science and education, six Hawaiʻi high school students have successfully produced the first-ever draft genome of the palila—a critically endangered, finch-billed Hawaiian Honeycreeper endemic to the islands.
HECO’s Public Safety Power Shutoff is ready if needed as dry summer looms
As first responders, emergency management agencies and landowners prepare for a dry summer, Hawaiian Electric reports it is readying its Public Safety Power Shutoff program to reduce the risk of ignitions from its equipment in dry and windy conditions.
Maui Health Foundation names Leana Taylor as Director of Philanthropy
Maui Health Foundation Chief Philanthropy Officer Melinda Sweany has announced the addition of Leana Taylor, MA, ATC, CPT, as Director of Philanthropy. This new position was created to expand outreach efforts in support of Maui’s healthcare system, with Taylor focusing on building donor relationships, major gift and planned giving.
Kupu calls for conservation leaders on Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu, and Kaua’i
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading youth-focused conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is now accepting applications for the Conservation Leadership Development Program. The deadline to apply is July 18, 2025.
Thousands gather in Papeʻetē to celebrate the arrival of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia
Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrived in Papeʻetē yesterday to a celebration that brought together thousands of people from across Tahiti, Hawaiʻi, and beyond. Accompanied by Tahitian voyaging canoe Fa‘afaite, a fleet of smaller canoes, paddlers, and jet skis, the vessels sailed into the harbor in a moment that honored half a century of Hōkūleʻa’s legacy and the ancestral relationship between Hawaiʻi and French Polynesia.
Monday Morning Maui Sports: At 13, Micah Diaz is already a two-time national boxing champion
Micah Diaz, 13, has been boxing for less than three years, but veteran coach Nante Manangan knew he “very special” the first time he stopped by to try boxing practice in the facility that Manangan has in his backyard and garage in North Kīhei. Manangan said that Micah Diaz is the first two-time national champion boxer ever from Maui.
Maui police launch new online system to streamline firearm-related services
The Maui Police Department launches a new online system designed to streamline firearm-related services for residents of Maui County. Starting today, individuals can apply for firearm purchase permits, carry licenses, and register locally-acquired firearms —all through a secure, digital platform.
UPDATE: Lava geysers reach heights up to about 1,100 feet before Episode 27 of Kīlauea summit eruption ends
High fountains lasted nearly 11 hours and produced about 1.6 bilion gallons of lava, covering 80% of the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor within the Big Island volcano’s summit caldera. Lava flows from this episode could continue to exhibit slow movement or incandescence throughout the coming days.
Samaritan’s Purse dedicates new homes to Maui families impacted by Lahaina wildfire
Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization, dedicated three newly built homes in Lahaina for Maui families who survived the state’s deadliest wildfire in history. Each home—constructed under the guidance of local contractors and built with the hands and hearts of Samaritan’s Purse volunteers—stands as a visible reminder to these families that they are not forgotten, organization leaders said.
The Shops at Wailea announces July live music lineup
The Shops at Wailea will continue its series of free live performances throughout July, featuring a mix of Hawaiian music, jazz and award-winning artists in its open-air venue.
Residents encouraged to attend in-person Lahaina Community Meeting, July 2
Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui’s Lahaina Community Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.
UH researchers link dolphin strandings to infectious disease that can spread to humans
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Health and Stranding Lab scientists say they are concerned after three striped dolphins stranded on east Oʻahu shorelines over seven days and tested positive for Brucella ceti, a bacterial infection that can transfer from animals to humans.
Court helping people exit homelessness, receive services made permanent on Oʻahu
The Community Outreach Court, which has helped more than 700 homeless people clear non-violent criminal cases and receive social services, has become a permanent part of the First Circuit Court on Oʻahu.
Grand Wailea announces Fourth of July weekend events, fireworks and food pop-ups
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, has announced a series of events open to guests and visitors during the Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Maui Walking Tours celebrates 150th free walking tour with special Kīhei cleanup event
To celebrate its 150th free walking tour, Maui Walking Tours LLC will host a special community cleanup event in Kīhei on Saturday, July 12, 2025.
Case opposes legislative branch funding bill, citing threats to Congressional oversight
US Rep. Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, voted against the Fiscal Year 2026 Legislative Branch Appropriations bill in committee on Thursday, criticizing it for significantly cutting funding to key Congressional oversight agencies.
Gov. Green signs justice reform bills supporting courts, rehabilitation efforts
Gov. Josh Green signed three bills into law Thursday that expand funding for Hawai‘i’s court system and bolster rehabilitation and recidivism prevention efforts, particularly for women and nonviolent offenders.
Founding fathers probably didn’t picture this: wings, DJs and orchids from the sky
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Kā‘anapali is putting a tropical spin on Independence Day.
Tokuda, Begich introduce bipartisan bill to strengthen reliability of Essential Air Service flights
US Reps. Jill Tokuda, D-Hawai‘i, and Nick Begich, R-Alaska, introduced a bill Friday to require Essential Air Service carriers to have a plan to accommodate passengers in the event of unexpected cancellations.
