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$3.2M released for axis deer fencing in South Maui to address flood risks, environmental concerns
State Sen. Angus L.K. McKelvey on Wednesday announced $3.2 million in Capital Improvement Project funds to design and construct axis deer fencing in South Maui.
Climate justice advocate to discuss impact of climate change on Pacific Island communities
Kavita Naidu, an international human rights lawyer and climate justice advocate, will speak at noon Tuesday, Feb. 18, on “The Right to a Clean, Healthy & Sustainable Environment” in the Mayor’s Conference Room at the Kalana O Maui County building. At 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, she will speak on “The Pacific Ocean and Human Rights: The Moananuiākea Movement for Climate Justice” at the Maui Ocean Center in Māʻalaea.
Residents invited to several Maui County 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan meetings
Maui County residents are invited to share ideas and priorities for the Maui County 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update during several in-person and virtual community meetings starting Feb. 27, 2025.
Volunteers welcome to water-catchment project at Kēōkea-Waiohuli
Volunteers are invited to flow with an Upcountry water catchment project the next two weekends. Participants can help install two 15,000-gallon catchments at Kēōkea-Waiohuli Hawaiian Homelands starting at 9 a.m. this Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. An additional two-day work session will be held on Feb. 24-25, 2025.
Direct Housing Program members required to pay rent starting March 1, 2025
Survivors of the Maui wildfires currently enrolled in FEMA’s Direct Housing Program will be required to begin paying rent starting March 1, 2025, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced.
Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi’s new Maui Support Center receives blessing
A blessing ceremony was recently held for Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi’s Maui Support Center, a new facility that provides counseling services and other assistance to first responders assisting Maui wildfire survivors.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Kūpuna Caucus presents bill package
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Kūpuna Caucus convened by state Sen. Sharon Moriwaki and Rep. Cory M. Chun shared their 2025 legislative package, a set of bills focused on enhancing the quality of life for seniors across the state.
Water shutoff scheduled for Mill Street repairs Thursday and Friday
Maui Kupono Builders will perform repairs on the County’s water system along Mill Street from Central Avenue to Kaniela Street, starting Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.
Proposed UH Maui College four-year nursing program moves ahead in state Senate
A measure aimed at addressing a shortage of nurses on Maui by establishing a four-year nursing Bachelor of Science degree program at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College has passed second reading on the Senate floor. Now, it’s headed to the influential Ways and Means Committee for decision-making on funding.
US Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence
In a 52-48 vote the US Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard, of Hawaiʻi as director of national intelligence.
Community invited to celebrate Hawaiian language at ʻŌlelo Under the Stars
The community is invited to join in celebrating the Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian Language Month, at the upcoming event, “ʻŌlelo Under the Stars.” This special evening of live music and Hawaiian language bingo will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at Kalana Pākuʻi O Maui, located at 250 S. High St. in Wailuku.
‘Just for Fun’ culinary classes at UH Maui College for the public
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s award-winning Culinary Arts Program team has created a full roster of seven, non-credit, “just for fun” culinary classes for the public ranging from advanced cookie baking to making gnocchi and risotto and everything in between.
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center to screen ‘Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story’
The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center will host a screening of “Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story” on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.
County seeking seasonal employees for PALS summer session
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation is now accepting seasonal employment applications for the 2025 PALS summer session.
Fraser Avenue Park on Lānaʻi temporarily closed for dog park construction
Fraser Avenue Park on Lāna‘i is temporarily closed while work to construct a dog park is underway, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Proposals sought for mental health support for children impacted by the Maui wildfires
Maui United Way announced the release of a Request for Proposals for the second year of its Sentry Mālama Nā Keiki Initiative. This program focuses on providing critical mental health support for children and adolescents affected by the 2023 Maui wildfires.
Environmental assessments online for public review including Wākiu Master Plan in East Maui
Two final Maui environmental assessments and one draft are posted online in the state Office of Planning and Sustainable Development’s Feb. 8 issue of The Environmental Notice.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority invites applicants for its next round of community programs
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has issued its next round of requests for proposals for its community partnership programs.
Op-Ed: Maui youth advocates call on state legislators to end the sale of flavored tobacco
Nine Maui youth who are members of the Youth Council of the Coalition for a Tobacco-Free Hawaiʻi have urged lawmakers to pass tobacco control policies HB 756 and HB 380 this session.
Livestream: Episode 9 of Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea begins with lava fountains 330 feet high
Episode 9 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea began at 10:16 Tuesday morning (Feb. 11, 2025) with lava fountains producing a lava flow on Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor.
