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Keiki Kupuna to host ‘Spring Ho‘ike: A Stroll Down Memory Lane’ on May 4

Keiki Kupuna will present a spring celebration, “Spring Ho‘ike: A Stroll Down Memory Lane,” on May 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the ‘A’ali’ikuhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.

Kamehameha Maui wins first MIL baseball title since 2009 with 8-0 victory over Baldwin

The Warriors had a chance to clinch the league title on Saturday, but gave up a three-run lead and lost to the Bears, 6-4. Tuesday, Kamehameha Maui beat Baldwin 8-0 to claim its second league baseball championship. The Wally Yonamine Foundation/HHSAA state tournament is set for May 7-10 at Maehara Stadium.

Maui Council to consider response to Young Brothers’ proposed shipping rate hike

The Maui County Council will consider a draft resolution Friday that opposes Young Brothers’ proposed inter-island shipping rate increase of nearly $26.4 million, or 27% increase over current effective rates. The Council’s draft resolution is on its May 2 agenda and addresses Young Brothers’ application to the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 15. (Public […]

Kamaʻāina housing bill dies in Senate amid statewide affordable housing crisis

A bill aimed at boosting local homeownership and affordable rentals through state-funded county acquisitions of voluntary deed restrictions has stalled in the Senate Housing Committee and will not advance this legislative session, which ends Friday. However, during its regular meeting Friday, the Maui County Council will consider its own legislation to use voluntary deed restrictions […]

Free Wi-Fi offered at Molokaʻi Airport

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced free Wi-Fi is now available at Molokaʻi Airport (MKK). Service through Hawaiian Telcom began April 17, 2025, and is available throughout the terminal.

Hawaiian Electric West Maui emergency preparedness open house on May 3

With hurricane and wildfire season coming up, Hawaiian Electric hosts a West Maui Emergency Preparedness Open House event to help prepare residents and their communities on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria. 

Wailea Community Association launches search for GM; Pikrone to retire after 25 years

After decades of leadership as the Wailea Community Association general manager, Frank “Bud” Pikrone has announced his plan to retire this year. A search for Wailea Community Association’s next general manager has been launched by the Inkinen Executive Search firm.

Maui’s Aja Eyre named winner of the ‘Anything but Iʻa Poke Recipe Contest’

The Maui Visitors Bureau announced the winner of its sustainable poke contest during an “Earth Night” celebration at the Maui Ocean Center on Saturday, April 26.

New Kula Ballfields’ parking lots will temporarily close for maintenance May 1-2, 9 

New Kula Ball Fields’ parking lots will close for asphalt maintenance and repairs on Thursday, May 1, through Friday, May 2, 2025, and again on Friday, May 9, 2025, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation. 

County OED deadline approaches for FY26 Grant program applicants

The County of Maui Office of Economic Development is reminding the public that applications are being accepted through Wednesday, April 30, 2025, for the OED Fiscal Year 2026 Grant Program.

Lahaina’s rebuilding: Historic design rules up for review after wildfire devastation

As Lahaina begins to rebuild in the wake of the August 2023 wildfire disaster, residents and visitors of the beloved historic town are asking whether it will retain the historic character that went up in smoke and ashes.

Update: Maui pedestrian struck by car on Dairy Road, succumbs to injuries

On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 4:01 p.m., the pedestrian involved in Monday night’s accident on Dairy Road, succumbed to her injuries and died while at Maui Memorial Medical Center.   The pedestrian is identified as Artemis Kagel, 71, of Kahului.

55th Maui Marathon draws thousands back to the West Side

The 55th Annual Maui Marathon made a heartfelt return to West Maui this past weekend, drawing more than 2,200 runners and walkers alike across the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K events. 

Applications available for upcoming Hisako Film Lab, founded by Maui filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton

Hisako Film Lab is now accepting applications for their annual Summer Lab. Founded by Maui-raised filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton, this advanced filmmaking program offers an in-depth immersion for motivated high school students eager to elevate their storytelling and production skills in an exciting, project-based environment.

Maui Economic Opportunity lauded in proclamation celebrating Community Action Month

The nonprofit Maui Economic Opportunity was praised as the county’s Community Action Agency in a proclamation declaring Community Action Month in Maui County.

Unattended death in Kāʻanapali

An investigation is underway into an unattended death reported over the weekend near a golf course in Kāʻanapali along Sunday’s marathon route.  The incident occurred shortly after 1 p.m. on April 27, 2025.

East Maui coastal forest among properties targeted for conservation with state funding

An East Maui coastal forest, along the Hāna Highway, is among the beneficiaries of a grant award from the Legacy Land Conservation program.

County DWS to continue community meetings on Maui’s water future

County of Maui Department of Water Supply is continuing its community meetings on the future of Maui island’s drinking water supply with six in-person events in May. DWS is partnering with national nonprofit US Water Alliance to facilitate the meetings, which will help shape Maui’s water future.

Remembering Lahaina fine arts book supports Maui wildfire victims

To honor Old Lahaina and to help support the revival of arts on the Valley Isle, the Maui Arts League has published “Remembering Lahaina: Places, People & Culture,” a collectible whose proceeds directly benefit those affected by the fires.

Hawaiʻi public schools pilot new banana bread recipe featuring local ʻulu flour

Participating Hawaiʻi public schools served ʻulu (breadfruit) banana bread for breakfast this month using local ʻulu flour, supplied by the Hawaiʻi ʻUlu Cooperative.
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