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Memorial consultant to speak at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset, April 2
Memorial consultant, Greg Miller will be the speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Miller will share the overview of the process and steps involved in the San Diego Surfer’s Memorial. He currently serves as the advisor of the Lahaina Town Fire Memorial.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center celebrates birthday of namesake with community events
March 17 marks the birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu, a cherished Kuhina Nui from the island of Maui. This year, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center is celebrating with brand-new events that embrace community, culture and commerce.
Hawaiʻi lawmakers to celebrate Education Week at the state Capitol
Kaunakakai Elementary teacher David “Kawika” Gonzales Jr. and Wahieʻe Elementary reading coach Melanie Teraoka are among a list of educators, recognized by their respective complex areas as District Teacher of the Year. They will be recognized along with their counterparts during the Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Annual Education Week, taking place March 18-22 at the state Capitol.
Kauaʻi Mayor Kawakami shares budget goals in wake of Maui wildfires
In Kauaʻi County’s efforts to reduce fire risk and fuel sources, Mayor Kawakami announced this year’s budget will include $2.7 million in heavy equipment for Kauaʻi road crews to help manage vegetation, and added $1.5 million to cover costs to clear brush and large debris from county properties. The Kaua‘i Fire Department will also acquire two water tenders and a brush fire-fighting apparatus to enhance fire response.
Lahaina Cannery reopens 7 months after August wildfires on March 18
After a closure of seven and a half months since the August wildfires, Lahaina Cannery announced it is reopening its doors to Maui residents and visitors on Monday, March 18, 2024.
County Office of Recovery shares updates on sewer line, drinking water inspections, deferred properties
The County of Maui Office of Recovery shared several updates for residents including progress made on deferred properties and sewer and water line inspections, and two new community engagement events.
Comedian Rex Navarrete on Maui, May 24
Comedian Rex Navarrete is the featured May 24 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s McCoy Studio Theater at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale online only at 10 a.m. on March 15.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority researching better tourism governance in Hawai‘i
Community input is being sought on how tourism can be managed in Hawai‘i.
AAA Hawaii: Kahului average gas price dips 4 cents in a week, same as last month
The average price of a regular unleaded gas in Kahului dropped 4 cents in a week to $4.81 per gallon as of Thursday, AAA Hawaiʻi reported. The current price is the same as last month and 11 cents lower than a year ago.
Input sought on proposed additions to Hawaiʻi Forest Reserve System
The first proposed addition, 162 acres in north Hawaiʻi adjacent to the Manowaialeʻe and Hilo Forest Reserves, includes a koa seed bank with potential for restoration. The second addition is located in southwest Hawaiʻi, currently leased for pasture purposes.
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea celebrates the end of Makahiki season, March 16
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea welcomes canoe teams from sister properties in Bora Bora and Hawaiʻi, as well as local Maui crews for an outrigger canoe paddle called “Molokini Kaʻapuni,” this Saturday, March 16, 2024. The cultural gathering, timed to celebrate the end of Makahiki season, brings together an extended ʻohana bound together by the love of the sport and shared waterways that brought the early migration of Polynesians to Hawaiʻi.
Sen. McKelvey thanks President Biden for signing bill allowing COFA migrants to access emergency aid
In response to the August 2023 Wildfires, Sen. Angus McKelvey (District 6, West Maui, Māʻalaea, Waikapū, South Maui) introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 223, urging the United States Congress to pass legislation that would allow COFA migrants to benefit from federal emergency aid.
Former President Trump dominates Hawaiʻi GOP Caucus vote on March 12
The Hawaii Republican Party released the results of its March 12 presidential caucus, showing that former President Donald Trump took the most votes by a very far margin.
Urgent repairs called for at Māʻalaea Small Boat Harbor Ramp
The Maui County Council has unanimously adopted a resolution urging the state Department of Land and Natural Resources to repair the Māʻalaea Small Boat Harbor Ramp.
HI-EMA announces new housing eligibility policy for Lahaina fire-displaced residents
A survivor in NCS seeking support for the FEMA-eligible program will have four opportunities to accept their Direct Housing option. Meanwhile, survivors in non-congregate sheltering seeking support through the state of Hawaiʻi’s Housing solution will be given two opportunities to accept an option. The state’s plan is to ultimately wrap up its NCS program.
Large NW swell brings warning level surf up to 35 feet
The warning level surf is the result of a large northwest swell that will rapidly build from northwest to southeast down the island chain today.
Brush fire burns 3 acres in Hoʻolehua, Molokaʻi
A brush fire burned 3 acres in Hoʻolehua, Molokaʻi before being brought under control on Wednesday. Three homes were evacuated during the incident as a precaution.
Chelsea Handler returns to Maui with her ‘LBB Tour,’ July 19, 2024
Comedian and TV host, Chelsea Handler returns to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Friday, July 19, 2024 as part of her LBB Tour. The show starts at 8 p.m. in the Castle Theater.
House passes state FY2025 budget, prioritizes Maui wildfire related expenses
The state House of Representatives on Wednesday approved the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating and capital improvement budget, amid a fiscally challenging year that prioritizes addressing wildfire-related expenses after the Aug. 8 tragedy in Lahaina and Upcountry Maui.
Makawao Public Library shines with two employees honored for excellence
Two Makawao Public Library staff members, Elizabeth “Betsy” Knight and Ann Wallner, were honored by the Friends of the Library of Hawaiʻi for exceptional service in the Hawaiʻi State Public Library System.
