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Unsafe water advisory remains in place for Upper Kula
The Unsafe Water Advisory remains in effect in Upper Kula pending the results of a third round of testing that is now underway.
$30 million loan replacement program launched for healthcare professionals who serve Hawaiʻi
A new $30 million loan repayment program was unveiled on Saturday to address the growing shortages of physicians and other healthcare professionals across the Hawaiian islands.
Deadline to enroll in Temporary Emergency Lodging is Sept. 15, 2023
Anyone who wishes to begin using the American Red Cross’ non-congregate sheltering program, which offers lodging in hotels and other properties rather than group shelters, must sign up no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 15. Those who already have signed up will continue to receive shelter and services through the program as long as they are eligible.
G70 Foundation donates $75,000 to aid Maui wildfire disaster relief
The G70 Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Hawai‘i design firm, G70, has pledged $75,000 to the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund to help victims of the devastating wildfires on Maui.
What boaters need to know about closure of Lahaina Small Boat Harbor, surrounding waterways
Before the Lahaina Small Boat Harbor and surrounding waterways can reopen, much work needs to be done including the removal of burned vessels.
Mayor Bissen shares video message on month-anniversary of Maui’s devastating wildfires
“Today, we honor the precious lives lost. Today, we remember with gratitude the firefighters, police, paramedics and extraordinary citizens who put their own safety at risk to help their neighbors and strangers, exhibiting incredible courage and heroism in Kula, Olinda, Kīhei and Lahaina.” — Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen in a video address on the one-month anniversary of the Maui wildfires.
Gov. Green extends Maui wildfires emergency proclamation with changes
Gov. Josh Greenʻs Seventh Emergency Proclamation Relating to Wildfires welcomes the return of visitors to West Maui effective Oct. 8, fully restores the State Water Code, restores most historic preservation measures, and limits the prohibition of price increases to specific essential commodities.
Recovery by the numbers: Federal assistance for Maui survivors tops $60M
A month after wildfires swept over the Island of Maui, more than $60 million in federal assistance has been approved for more than 5,000 households, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Live Like Tre’ Foundation to provide a total of $150K to Maui firefighters impacted by wildfires
The Live Like Tre’ Foundation received a $150,000 donation from the Maui Strong Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation, and will use the funds to provide grants in the amount of $7,100 each to support Maui firefighters who have been personally affected by the recent wildfires.
Council passes bill to create fare-free bus program
Bill 81 allows qualified individuals to access a bus pass at no cost. Qualification can be based on income, age, disability status, Medicare status or student status, he said.
Maui mayor says community of West Maui should decide ‘how’ it reopens to tourists
While Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green announced Friday that West Maui would reopen to tourists on Oct. 8, Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen said the people in the community of West Maui should decide how that occurs.
Hawaiʻi Health Dept. gets $4M federal grant to address young children’s mental health
The Project LAUNCH grant provides the state $800,000 a year for the next five years to promote the wellness of young children from birth through age 8 by addressing their physical and mental health needs.
Passing of Patricia Mau-Shimizu, Executive Director of the Hawai‘i State Bar Association
The Hawaiʻi State Bar Association shared news this week of the passing of Executive Director, Patricia Mau-Shimizu.
Flag notice for Maui mourning and 9/11 observance
The flags were ordered lowered to half-staff on Aug. 10, to begin a month of mourning for those lost in the Maui wildfires. Flags will be lowered again from sunrise to sundown on Monday, Sept. 11, to mark Patriot Day.
FBI list of unaccounted for individuals from Lahaina fire drops to 66
The Maui Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation released a new list of the names of unaccounted for individuals from the Aug. 8 wildfire in Lahaina, saying the number has dropped to 66 as of Sept. 8.
Photos: Paddle Outs for Lahaina draw hundreds in unity one month after Maui wildfires
Hundreds gathered in waters off of Ukumehame on Friday to reflect and unite during a Paddle Out for Lahaina event, held one month after wildfires swept through Maui.
One month since Lahaina wildfires: Oct. 8 reopening date set for West Maui, 66 remain unaccounted for
Governor Josh Green today announced the reopening of West Maui on Oct. 8, as the state tries to balance economic survival, and the need for people to have jobs to help their families as they rebuild and recover.
Genki Sushi announces meeting with Mensho to discuss new ramen partnership for 2024
Genki Sushi LTD. will meet later this week, the company will meet with the CEO of the popular Japanese ramen brand, Mensho Inc. to discuss a new partnership between the brands. The franchise agreement is expected to result in a new ramen shop in Hawaiʻi, projected to open in 2024.
Hawaiian Electric Co. President: “We are here for the long haul.”
Hawaiian Electric Company President and CEO Shelee Kimura provided an update on the one month mark since wildfires devastated the Lahaina and Upcountry communities on Maui.
American Red Cross is hiring temporary workers for disaster response on Maui
The American Red Cross has an urgent need to support those impacted by the wildfires on Maui. The organization is looking to temporarily hire individuals to support the disaster response for the next 3-12 months.
