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UH: State adds $2.3M to Maui Wildfire Exposure Study, launches survivor registry
To expand its efforts in understanding and addressing the long-term health and social impacts of the devastating Maui wildfires, the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study (MauiWES) has just received an additional $2.3 million in funding from the State of Hawaiʻi.
Daytime closures on Kaʻahumanu Ave. for waterline work on Maui Palms Hampton Inn project
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises highway users that eastbound and westbound lanes of Kaʻahumanu Ave. (Route 32) between Kāne Street and Lono Ave. will be impacted by work for the Maui Palms Hampton Inn project from Tuesday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 6.
Kupu opens applications for conservation leadership program on Maui
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is seeking applications for the Conservation Leadership Development Program. Recent high school graduates, college graduates and early professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by Sept. 13.
Rotary members honored with ‘Rising Phoenix’ award for contributing to Maui fire relief efforts
Recipients of the “Rising Phoenix” awards, honoring members of Maui Rotary Clubs for their exceptional contributions to the fire relief efforts included: Leah Harbottle, Mariko Higashi, Wendy Hornack, Liz May, Joanne Laird, Ann Neizman, and Soakai Taufa.
West Maui Taxpayers Association hots 2024 General Election Candidates Night, Sept. 30
The West Maui Taxpayers Association (WMTA) invites West Maui voters to their 2024 Annual Meeting and General Election Candidates Night on Sept. 30, 2024. A meet and greet starts at 3 p.m., followed by the WMTA Annual Meeting at 5 p.m. and a Candidates Forum at 5:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center Social Hall.
Monthly siren and EAS test set for Sept. 3
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
‘American Idol’ finalist Oliver Steele to perform at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
“American Idol” finalist Oliver Steele is set to perform at Alaloa Lounge on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m.
UH developed, living coastal-protection system prepares for deployment
The University of Hawaiʻi has reached a milestone in the US Department of Defense funded project that aims to create a living breakwater system to protect coastlines from erosion and create ecosystems where resilient corals and other ocean life can grow and thrive.
Golf Tournament & Ball Drop Fundraiser to benefit Women Helping Women & The Maui Farm, Sept. 7
The Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui will host Women Helping Women and The Maui Farm at the club’s ninth annual golf tournament fundraiser, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Pukalani Country Club.
Make-A-Wish to benefit from Shell Hawaiʻi’s annual Giving Pump campaign
Aloha Petroleum, the gasoline marketer for the Shell brand in Hawaiʻi, will again invite drivers to participate in its Giving Pump campaign. This year’s campaign will support Make-A-Wish Hawaii.
Outrigger Resorts renews partnership with Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels has renewed its partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries.
Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra offers fall classes at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center
The Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra is offering classes in classical music this fall at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in Kahului, upstairs between Central Maui Tax and the Fun Factory.
Water-from-air technology brings clean drinking water to Maui Medic Healers Hui in Lahaina
Local nonprofit Eye of the Needle Holistic Living has provided a water-from-air generator to the Maui Medic Healers Hui new community venue in Lahaina. According to the nonprofit, this new generator will provide three gallons of fresh drinking water per day and prevent excess plastic bottle waste by as much as 5,670 bottles per year.
Gov. Green travels to Japan to strengthen ties with sister cities
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., will travel to Japan on Monday, Sept. 2, to engage in cross-cultural exchanges, attend business meetings on behalf of the state of Hawai‘i, and sign a sister-state memorandum of understanding. Green will also lead a delegation of local businesses for the Tokyo International Gift Show, meet with the US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, and will meet with leaders from Fukuoka, Ehime and Hiroshima prefectures.
Hōkūleʻa arrives in Haleʻiwa as the third stop on the Pae ʻĀina Statewide Sail
After a two-week engagement on Kauaʻi, Hōkūleʻa departed Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor on Friday and sailed to Haleʻiwa, Oʻahu, the third stop on the Pae ʻĀina Statewide Sail.
Monday Morning MIL: Lunas welcome Farmers to 11-player football in more ways than one
The two teams joined in the potluck tradition after Lahainaluna beat Moloka‘i in the Famers’ MIL 11-player football debut on Saturday night.
Council refers accessory dwelling bill to Housing and Land Use Committee
Maui County Council members referred to the Housing and Land Use Committee on Tuesday a bill stemming from a new state law that requires counties to change the way accessory dwellings are permitted on residential property.
The Shops at Wailea presents September entertainment lineup
This month, guests can enjoy performances by talented local artists at The Shops at Wailea every Wednesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. This includes Tarvin Makia (Sept. 4), Nevah Too Late (Sept. 11), Rama Camarillo (Sept. 18) and Mondokane (Sept. 25).
RED Hospitality and Leisure launches new ‘Aliʻi Kai’ catamaran
RED Hospitality and Leisure, a Caribbean leader in destination and luxury maritime experiences, has announced the launch of the “Aliʻi Kai” catamaran on Maui. The state-of-the-art 65-foot vessel aims to provide guests with a range of new curated sailing, culinary and hospitality experiences that showcase the best of what Maui has to offer.
Mānoa: $4.2M broadens participation in clean energy, materials science in Hawai‘i
A team led by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers aims to use a $4.2 million grant from the National Science Foundation to tackle clean energy needs on multiple fronts from sustainable solutions and integrating Native Hawaiian knowledge to engaging with high school students.
