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Surf Blocks turn surfboard waste into fire-resistant homes on Maui
The concept of “Surf Blocks” was born about eight years ago when David Sellers, an amateur surfer but pro architect, came across a dumpster filled with EPS styrofoam chunks of surfboards outside his office from neighboring Quatro. Naturally, Sellers wondered how many houses could be built from it.
Maui Police Commission decides not to place Chief Pelletier on leave over lawsuit allegations
The chief’s lawyer said there was a filing error with the amended lawsuit, which claims Pelletier was involved in the coverup of a gang rape involving Sean “Diddy” Combs in 2018.
MACC announces Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2025 award winners
Maui Arts & Cultural Center has announced the winners of the Ruth Freedman People’s Choice Award and Gene Freedman Artists’ Choice Award for Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2025.
County Department of Human Concerns seeking feedback on community needs
The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns is seeking resident feedback to improve existing services and identify needs for new services to support Maui County residents.
Ho‘ōla LTRG, partners to build five homes for Lahaina wildfire survivors
Construction is set to begin in October 2025 as part of ongoing recovery efforts.
MEO receives $10,000 from ASB Charitable Foundation
Maui Economic Opportunity was one of 10 nonprofits in the state to receive $10,000 from the American Savings Bank Charitable Foundation.
Hirono criticizes Republican budget plan, warns potential Medicaid cuts would impact thousands in Hawaiʻi
US Sen. Mazie Hirono condemned a House Republican budget resolution that she says would cut about one-third of Medicaid’s projected federal funding.
Maui Housing Hui hosts free Renter’s Rights Training on March 24
To help both renters and landlords navigate these challenges, Maui Housing Hui is hosting a free Renter’s Rights Training on March 24, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the J. Walter Cameron Center in Wailuku.
Lahaina Clinic staff honored for volunteerism in aftermath of 2023 wildfire
Kaiser Permanente recently honored its Lahaina Clinic staff members with the 2024 David Lawrence Community Service Award, recognizing their dedication and service in the aftermath of the August 2023 Maui wildfires.
County Office of Economic Development grant workshops scheduled in March
Representatives of organizations seeking grant funding are invited to attend County of Maui Office of Economic Development grant workshop sessions on March 27 and 28, 2025.
Maui Taiko to bring century-old island tradition to national stage at 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival
A cherished Maui tradition will soon travel 5,000 miles to the heart of the nation’s capital as Maui Taiko takes center stage at the 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. The group will showcase its powerful drumming in two highly anticipated performances, including the festival’s Opening Ceremony and the annual Sakura Taiko Fest. […]
Update: Episode 14 of begins after seven small, short-lived lava flows erupt overnight at Kīlauea’s Halemaʻumaʻu crater
Episode 14 of the ongoing Halema’uma’u eruption of Kīlauea volcano began continuous lava effusion from the north vent at 9:26 a.m. HST March 19 in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Kupanaha Medical Respite opens on Maui: A collaborative response to a growing need
Living Way Church Maui and Project Vision Hawai‘i have opened Kupanaha Medical Respite, a specialty shelter providing a safe space for individuals experiencing homelessness to recover after medical treatment or hospital stays.
Vegetation removal bill cut back after concerns raised about letting utilities off the hook
Two state House committees have decided to defer action on a Senate bill that would, among other things, require private and public property owners to trim grass within certain proximities of public rights of way and utility lines.
Imua Family Service’s Color Festival returns April 26
The Color Festival Hawaiʻi will return to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on April 26, 2025, featuring live music, food and the signature color-throwing experience.
Mayor Richard Bissen temporarily out of state until Saturday, March 22, 2025
Bissen will attend the 80th National Session of the Mayors’ Institute on City Design from March 19-21, 2025, in California. He will present on the Kahului Community Center Park project.
Solar power installations trending up, Hawaiian Electric reports
The number of private rooftop solar systems on Hawaiian Electric’s grids continued to grow in 2024. Now, there are nearly 114,000 rooftop solar systems installed across the five islands, according to the utility. The addition of 7,976 solar systems in 2024, mostly residential, brought the total number of grid-connected solar systems to 113,999, a 7.5% increase over […]
Op-Ed: Why menthol must be included in ban on flavored tobacco
HB 756, a bill that could end the sale of flavored tobacco, could die if it doesn’t get a hearing by March 20. If there’s no hearing scheduled by the end of day today (due to the 48-hour notice rule), the bill is dead.
Sewer testing at Honoapiʻilani Highway and Kapunakea Street intersection, March 27
Motorists are advised of potential traffic delays on Thursday, March 27 on Honoapiʻilani Highway. The temporary closure of one northbound lane at the intersection of Honoapiʻilani Highway (Route 30) and Kapunakea Street is needed for sewer line testing for the Kaiāulu o Kūkuʻia Affordable Housing project. The testing will be from 9 a.m. to noon. One […]
Akakū Upstairs salon features artist Dale Zarrella on Thursday
Akakū Maui Community Mediaʻs March salon will feature renowned sculptor and painter Dale Zarrella on Thursday, March 20.
