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No high levels of bacteria found off of West Maui in five months following Lahaina wildfire
Ocean water quality samples taken from seven sites off the Lahaina burn zone showed no high bacteria levels five months after the Aug. 8 wildfires, according to the 2023 Blue Water Task Force water quality report released by the Surfrider Foundation Hawaiʻi.
Community-led coral restoration project at Kealakekua aimed at accelerating reef growth, recovery
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources took part in a second collaborative coral restoration project over the weekend in the waters of Kealakekua Bay, on the Kona side of Hawai‘i Island.
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Maui police arrest 13-year-old for alleged threat at Kalama; Investigation remains active at Baldwin and ʻĪao schools
A 13-year-old girl was arrested for Terroristic Threatening in connection with a threat at Kalama Intermediate School. The investigation remains ongoing and active for the other affected campuses where alleged threats occurred.
Hawaiʻi bill to lower legal blood-alcohol concentration limit for driving moves to final vote in House
Earlier this month, the House Committee on Transportation passed HB 1935, with amendments to lower the legal blood alcohol concentration for driving from 0.08% to 0.05%.
Jump Ship Lahaina announces grand opening celebration, March 1
Jump Ship Lahaina, the newest and only CrossFit gym in West Maui, will host a grand opening celebration on Friday, March 1, at 4:30 p.m. Situated in West Maui, the gym extends an open invitation to the community to explore the facility, meet the passionate coaching team, and sign up for a complimentary introductory class.
Marine Resource Council to present preliminary coastal water quality data following Lahaina wildfires
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council will host the March edition of its “Know Your Ocean Speaker Series” featuring Andrea Kealoha, assistant professor of the Department of Oceanography at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, on Wednesday, March 6 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui presents Brother Noland in concert, March 1
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua will welcome Brother Noland for a special concert on Friday, March 1 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. He will headline the resort’s Kapalua Concert Series, taking place at Alaloa Lounge, located in the lobby overlooking Kapalua and Honokahua Bay.
Volcano Watch: Appreciating contributions of ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi to volcanology
February is Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian Language Month, and an opportunity to appreciate the value that the Native Hawaiian language has provided to volcanology, especially in Hawaiʻi nei.
Arson reported at multiple Kauaʻi parks
Trees at Lydgate Beach Park, ‘Anini Beach Park and Anahola Beach Park were recently found burned. Police reports have been made.
Tax credits available for earned income, childcare expenses, low-income renters and more
The Hawaiʻi Department of Taxation is encouraging Hawaiʻi’s families to include available tax credits when filing 2023 individual income taxes.
The Nature Conservancy unveils expanded insurance policy for Hawai‘i coral reefs
The Nature Conservancy first purchased statewide coral reef insurance in 2022. The new policy doubles the area covered – as well as the minimum payout following a damaging hurricane or tropical storm.
Applications for Lānaʻi mouflon sheep hunting season available in March
The Lānaʻi mouflon sheep season consists of four hunts: an archery hunt, a youth hunt, a muzzleloader hunt, and a general rifle hunt.
Hirono hosts roundtable with US Trade Rep. and Hawaiʻi small business owners
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono of Hawaiʻi and US Trade Representative Ambassador Katherine Tai held a roundtable discussion with Hawaiʻi resource partners and local business owners.
2,141 whales observed during the second Sanctuary Ocean Count and Great Whale Count for 2024
There were a total of 2,141 whales observed throughout the main Hawaiian Islands during the day’s count with 948 whales observed from Maui, 86 from Molokaʻi and 39 from Lānaʻi. On Kaua‘i, the total number of whales observed during the count was 239, on O‘ahu, the total was 363, and on Hawai‘i Island, 466 whales were observed.
Wailea Beach Resort’s Angela Vento to chair 2024 Maui County Charity Walk
Wailea Beach Resort General Manager Angela Vento will chair the 2024 Maui County Charity Walk set for May 4, the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association announced.
Beauty brand selects Maui nonprofit UVSC as Giving Partner
Maui-based nonprofit organization, UVSC (Us Vs. Cancer), was recently selected by the well-known beauty brand, Thrive Causemetics, as a Giving Partner.
J Boog to perform with special guest Collie Buddz at MACC on March 29
In a night of reggae bliss, two Grammy-nominated artists – J Boog and Collie Buddz – will perform at the Alexander & Baldwin Amphitheater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Friday, March 29.
Seabury Hall presents ‘Arsenic and Old Lace,’ March 8-10
Seabury Hall proudly announces its upcoming production of the classic comedy “Arsenic and Old Lace,” directed by Marsha Kelly. The play is set to charm audiences on March 8 and 9, at 7 p.m. and March 10 at 3 p.m. at Seabury Hall’s ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center.
KS Maui celebrates 2024 Hoʻolauleʻa on March 2
The Parent Teacher Student ʻOhana of Kamehameha Schools Maui invites families and friends to celebrate Hoʻolauleʻa 2024 on March 2.
Nominate local teachers for 2024 National History Teacher of the Year Award
The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to K–12 history education, has announced that nominations are now open for the National History Teacher of the Year Award.
