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Search suspended for missing California man who was washed out to sea in Kapalua
The Maui Fire Department suspended search operations for a 42-year-old man from California who was reported missing on Nov. 20 in the area of the “cliff house” in Kapalua.
Maui Aids Foundation to host ‘World AIDS Day – A Concert of Hope’ at ʻĪao Theater
The Maui AIDS Foundation will host “World AIDS Day – A Concert of Hope,” featuring performances by Eric Gilliom, Vince Esquire, and Anthony Pfluke on Dec. 1 at the Historic Iao Theater.
Maui’s Nora Liotta competing in upcoming World Surf League competition at Haleʻiwa
Surf’s up as local and international talent converge for the HIC Haleʻiwa Pro — a critical Qualifying Series event set to shape the field for the 2024 Challenger Series and the Sambazon World Junior Championship.
The Sentry Winner’s Circle: FedExCup Fall
The Sentry, the first Signature Event of the PGA TOUR Regular Season, returns to Maui Jan. 4-7.
Update: High surf advisory for Maui until 6 a.m. Sunday
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory for north-facing shores of Maui until 6 a.m. Saturday.
Department of Health allows Paradise Supermart to reopen in Kahului
The Maui Food Safety Branch of the Hawai‘i Department of Health has allowed Paradise Supermart Fast Food & Catering in Kahului to reopen to the public under a yellow “Conditional Pass” placard.
Maui Prep Preschool to host Open House on Dec. 2
Maui Prep Preschool is inviting prospective families to an Open House on Dec. 2, offering assessment appointments for three-year-old applicants for the 2024-2025 year.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui hosts Holiday Cookie Contest to benefit youth programs
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui invites cookie decorating enthusiasts to join its holiday contest from Dec. 5-11, supporting local youth mentoring programs.
Connecting creativity, culture and collaboration: Only Aloha Here launches brand that supports Maui businesses
Award-winning graphic designer and ‘Ōiwi creator, Wailani Artates, announces the launch of lifestyle brand, Only Aloha Here, this weekend on Nov. 25 in her hometown of Makawao. The launch showcases a range of collaborations with local businesses.
Maui Mall Village offers free, family-friendly events throughout the holiday season
Maui Mall Village will host a series of events throughout the holiday season, with opportunities to take free selfies with Santa, participate in a special community food drive, enjoy live entertainment and jump-start holiday shopping.
Subaru Hawaiʻi’s ‘Share the Love’ Event benefits Maui Community
Subaru Hawaiʻi has directed the majority of proceeds from this year’s “Share the Love” event, running Nov. 1 through Dec. 31, to benefit three local nonprofits.
Kīhei 4th Friday celebrates the holiday with Black Friday Block Party event Nov. 24
Kīhei 4th Friday is back Nov. 24 with the Black Friday Block Party event, featuring free entertainment provided by Maui’s own N8Vz and Shane Kahalehau and Ho’aka.
Update: Seabury Hall’s “Hall-iday” event postponed to Dec. 5
Seabury Hall has rescheduled its annual Seabury Hall-iday event to Tuesday, Dec. 5, due to the kona low storm forecasted to impact Maui on Thursday. Event hours are still 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. It was originally scheduled for Dec. 1, but was postponed due to the inclement weather forecast.
Suicide prevention, mental health community listening session on Molokaʻi, Dec. 4
A community conversation entitled “Molokaʻi Community Session on Suicide Prevention & Mental Health” takes place on Monday, Dec. 4, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lanikeha Community Center in Hoʻolehua.
650 Thanksgiving meals served in partnership with UHMC and The Salvation Army
An estimated 650 Thanksgiving meals were served on Wednesday under an annual community service partnership between the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College and The Salvation Army.
Sober driving advocates rally for awareness during the holidays, and always
“It’s crazy, because even though 14 years have gone by, it’s still very, very difficult. So we come and we do these events because we just beg people to make the right decisions. Do not drink and drive. We’re just asking that everybody has a place on their family table every year. So please, please, do not make a decision and change somebody else’s life,” said Andrea Maniago who lost her 16-year-old son Kaio Fukushima to a drunk driver in 2009.
Maui Health holiday toy drive supports employees, families experiencing difficulties
Maui Health’s Medical Staff Office is launching a special Holiday Toy Drive on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023, to support the children and families of Maui Health’s employees and physicians affected by the recent wildfires on Maui, and other families who have faced challenges this year. Donations will be accepted at Maui Memorial Medical Center’s circular driveway, adjacent to the main lobby entrance, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Maui County vacation rental unit demand for October at 98,500 nights, down 27% from 2022
The demand for vacation rentals in Maui County fell to 98,500 unit nights, a 27% decrease from October 2022 and a whopping 61.5% decrease from October 2019 (before the pandemic struck).
Kaiser Permanente’s mobile health vehicles relocating to tennis courts at Royal Lahaina Resort
Kaiser Permanente’s two mobile health vehicles will continue to operate at the Royal Lahaina Resort, but at a new location at the tennis courts, starting on Monday, Nov. 27.
Maui Disaster Area Restrictions lifted for Zones 11C and 12B on Nov. 27-28
County of Maui Disaster Area Restrictions will be lifted for owners and residents with vehicle passes from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 27-28, in Zones 11C and 12B.
