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Two join ranks of Maui Ocean Safety following 12 weeks of recruit training
The County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety added two new Ocean Safety officers to their force after the graduation of Recruit Class 7.
County officials offer details on resident, contractor access in the impact zone
County of Maui officials provided updated details regarding resident and contractor access in the Lahaina impact zone, previously called the disaster zone. For residents with vehicle passes who have a temporary building permit for a temporary dwelling (such as an ADU, camper, trailer, etc.) and are living onsite while they are rebuilding their permanent home within the impact zone, access is 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Maui OnStage announces free tickets for kids to see summer musical ‘Seussical’
Thanks to the Wave of Harmony Foundation’s, kids 12 and under receive free entry to a Dr. Seuss extravaganza that performs at the Historic ‘Iao Theater in Wailuku from July 12 through Aug. 4.
New tuition-free limu culture track breeds experts in Hawaiian algae
A new specialized course track at Windward Community College is combining traditional Native Hawaiian knowledge of algae (limu) with Western scientific methods to explore key questions about limu and Hawaiian fishponds, announced the college on June 17.
Volcano Watch — Petrologists gather to discuss challenges and goals in understanding Kīlauea chemistry
In May of this year, a group of volcano geochemists and petrologists (scientists who study the chemistry, textures, and origins of volcanic rocks) met in Hilo to discuss how to improve our understanding of magma storage and evolution at Kīlauea.
Lahaina Restoration Foundation to host Hawaiian music series, June 27
This month’s popular Hawaiian Music Series will be held at 6 p.m. June 27 at Maui Historical Society Hale Hōʻikeʻike at the Bailey House Museum lawn in Wailuku. Local musician and singer Ron Kuala’au and Pelekila will perform.
Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset recognizes three entities that provided outstanding services after Aug. 8 fires
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset presented its 8th annual Vocational Service Awards to an individual, a non-profit organization, and a local business — all of whom assisted in some way with the recovery in Lahaina immediately after the Aug. 8 wildfire.
Sculpture once gifted to Maui’s greatest patron of the arts, donated to UH Mānoa
The sculpture “RISE” was created in 1979 by Kauaʻi-born artist Bumpei Akaji as a gift for the late Masaru “Pundy” Yokouchi, founding chairperson of Hawaiʻi’s State Foundation on Culture and the Arts. Yokouchi was also the inspiration and driving force behind the fundraising, planning, design, and construction of the world-class Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. Dods and Shidler purchased the sculpture from Yokouchi’s estate on Maui. Dods named it “RISE” with permission from Yokouchi’s family.
Maui Fire Department announces Fourth of July fireworks information
The County of Maui’s Department of Fire and Public Safety announced the sale of Fourth of July fireworks beginning on Saturday, June 29, 2024, and ending on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at 8 p.m. An aerial fireworks display is scheduled for 8 p.m. on the Fourth of July, offshore of the Grand Wailea.
Loretta Webby named MEO Employee of the Month
Longtime driver Loretta Webby, who was praised for her work ethic and care of passengers on her bus, was named Employee of the Month at Maui Economic Opportunity.
Hirono, colleagues introduce bill to double Pell Grant, make college more affordable
On Friday, US Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) helped introduce the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2024, a bill to nearly double the Pell Grant maximum award over five years, index the maximum award for inflation and make other changes to expand the award for working students and families.
Filipino Hawaiʻi residents invited to share personal histories for anthology, free writing workshop offered
A free weekend writing workshop aimed at encouraging and documenting Filipino voices in Hawaiʻi will be offered on Maui the weekend of Friday, July 26 through Sunday, July 28 at the J. Walter Cameron Center via a partnership between the Filipino Association of University Women (FAUW) and the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Green Party of Hawai’i State Convention set for June 29 on Maui
The annual Green Party of Hawai’i (GPH) State Convention will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, via Zoom or in person from noon to 3 p.m., at the Kīhei Villages Clubhouse (140 Uwapo Road). A lunch meet and greet from noon to 1 p.m., followed by guest speakers and the election of state party officers, delegates and alternates to the Green Party of the United States National Committee (GPUS-NC).
Hawaiʻi health department shares FDA alert for IQF oysters
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch is notifying the public of the recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) advisory regarding certain IQF oysters from the Republic of Korea. On June 21, 2024, the FDA cautioned against selling, serving or consuming the oysters, due to potential norovirus contamination.
Independence Day holiday travel expected to break records for Pacific States
As if airports weren’t busy enough, Hawaiʻi is poised to break the all-time record number of Pacific State travelers as well as become a top destination for US travelers over the extended Independence Day holiday.
Update: Police looking for vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run in Kahului
Police say the man who died was known to frequent the area, and was lying in the roadway when an unknown vehicle drove over him. The vehicle was headed southwest on Lono Ave. towards Kaʻahumanu Ave. and the driver did not stop or render aid and fled the scene in an unknown direction, according to Maui police.
Efforts ramp up to transition Maui wildfire displaced families from hotels to interim housing solutions
In a continued effort to support the 200 households (more than 500 individuals) currently residing in Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) hotels, the NCS program has been extended until June 30, 2024.
Road Closure: Kahekili Hwy. near mac nut farms
Kahekili Hwy is closed at Waiehu Beach Road, near the mac nut farms due to a traffic accident. Maui police issued a road closure notice at 6:15 a.m. on June 22, 2024.
County Council gives final approval to larger farm dwellings, expanded circuit breaker program
Maui County Council members approved on second-and-final reading Friday a bill to permit a 500-square-foot increase in the size of secondary farm dwellings in agricultural districts on Maui and Lānaʻi.
Rocky makes history as first Hawaiian monk seal to give birth at Sand Island
Hawaiian monk seal Rocky (RH58) gave birth to a pup overnight Thursday, and the two were observed resting on a beach in the morning at the Sand Island State Recreation Area of O‘ahu.
