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Cirque du Soleil’s Hawaiʻi debut in Waikīkī: led by Native Hawaiian creatives
For the first time ever, the internationally acclaimed ensemble will bring a show to the shores of Waikīkī on a permanent basis, delivering the experience at the OUTRIGGER Waikīkī Beachcomber Hotel debuting in late 2024. The show will introduce Cirque du Soleil’s artistry to Hawai‘i through the guidance and vision of a distinguished group of Native Hawaiian creatives.
OHA seeks nonprofit to administer emergency financial assistance program
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is looking for a nonprofit to administer its emergency financial assistance program, the Pohala Mai – ʻOhana Experiencing Financial Hardship Grant. A grant budget of $1.66 million is available for Native Hawaiians.
Canopy construction for electric vehicle chargers at Kahului Park & Ride
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises the public that construction will begin Wednesday, March 20 on canopies above the electric vehicle chargers at the Kahului Park & Ride along Kūihelani Highway (Route 380).
New adult corrections officers graduate; four assigned to work on Maui
The newly redesigned Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation graduated its first recruit class this year, marking the occasion during a ceremony recently at Mission Memorial Auditorium in Honolulu.
Corrections community mourns passing of founding Commissioner Ted Sakai
The Hawaiʻi Correctional System Oversight Commission confirmed the passing of founding Commissioner, Ted Sakai on Monday, March 18, 2024. He was described as “a beloved colleague, and friend.”
Fundraising campaign gearing up for Special Olympics Hawaii Athletes
Special Olympics Hawaiʻi will conduct its annual fundraising campaign April 1 through May 13 , according to an announcement from Par Hawaii.
Lahaina Disaster Recovery Community Update meetings to break for two weeks
Because of spring break and Easter holidays, the weekly Lahaina Disaster Recovery Community Update meetings will be suspended on March 20 and March 27, Maui County announced.
Disaster Case Management Program announced for Maui wildfire survivors
Gov. Josh Green and the state of Hawai‘i Department of Human Services have announced the launch of the Disaster Case Management Program for survivors of the Maui wildfires.
Coast Guard, partners to conduct search and rescue exercise off Maui, March 20
The exercise will take place March 20, on the water and in the air off Kīhei Boat Ramp with Coast Guard and local agencies working together to test and evaluate interagency communications, response plans and responders’ actions during a simulated exercise of a missing mariner.
Governor’s Office releases ‘The Hawaiʻi We Deserve’ policy report
The Office of Gov. Josh Green has released ‘The Hawai‘i We Deserve’ policy report, which is presented as a comprehensive outline of the Green Administration’s plans to confront key issues facing the state of Hawai‘i.
Gov. Green works with partners to enhance travel between Japan and Hawaiʻi
“By expanding Global Entry, integrating biometric screening, and pursuing pre-clearance status, we are making travel more efficient, convenient and secure for Japanese citizens visiting Hawai‘i,” said Gov. Green.
The Queen’s Health System steps in to provide obstetrics and gynecology services on Maui
Recognizing the need to provide much-needed obstetrics and gynecology services on Maui, Queen’s University Medical Group, with the help of its community partners, has established a clinic located in Kahului to help address a shortage of services.
Groundbreaking held on Maui Fairways property for medical professional housing
Maui Health Foundation held a groundbreaking and blessing ceremony on Feb. 12 for construction of 16 homes on the Maui Lani Fairways property to help healthcare providers impacted by the wildfires and to recruit desperately needed healthcare professionals to work on Maui.
Maui Land & Pineapple Company welcomes Land Manager, Jasen Kaʻimikaua
Maui Land & Pineapple Company announced the recent appointment of Jasen Kaʻimikaua as Land Manager. In this role, he will support the company’s renewed mission to put its 22,000 acres of land to productive use.
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina is open Sundays again starting this week
Island Grocery Depot Lahaina, located at 58 Kupuohi Street in the Lahaina Industrial Park, will be open seven days a week again, with the return of Sunday hours starting this Sunday, March 24. Store hours are now 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily at both Lahaina and Kahului locations.
5 more candidates check out nomination papers for Maui County Council seats
Since early February, five new candidates have checked out nomination papers from the Hawaiʻi Office of Elections for Maui County Council seats.
Now accepting entries for Maui Matsuri Art Contest, cash prizes available
The 22nd annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its Art Contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes. The Maui Matsuri Art Contest is sponsored by HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts Maui.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General to release ‘Phase One’ report on Maui wildfire investigation, April 17
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez confirms the Phase One report on the independent investigation into the Maui wildfires will be released on April 17, 2024.
Akakū Upstairs welcomes Lahaina-based nonprofit Regenerative Education Centers on Thursday
Akakū Upstairs returns with Eddy Garcia and guests from his nonprofit organization, Regenerative Education Centers, for a screening and discussion on Thursday, March 21.
Meet Makana: First Hawaiian monk seal pup of 2024 born on Oʻahu
In an announcement from NOAA Fisheries, the first Hawaiian monk seal pup born on Oʻahu in 2024 has been spotted.
