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HTA reinvests $2.7M to support preservation of natural resources, Hawaiian Culture
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority is providing $2.7 million in funding to 53 community-based programs through its Aloha ‘Āina and Kūkulu Ola initiatives, emphasizing the preservation of natural resources and the perpetuation of Hawaiian culture in the state.
Proposals sought for collaborative mural design at 2 new Kahului fitness courts
The selected artist(s) will be commissioned to develop an innovative design that engages a diverse public audience and celebrates the site’s history, culture and sense of place. All professional artists and arts groups are welcome to apply.
University of Hawaiʻi scientists use drones to determine age-structure of dolphin groups
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers in the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology are now able to determine the age-structure of free-ranging dolphin groups by using drone photography.
27 individuals take a step towards US citizenship at Maui clinic
A total of 27 individuals were assisted in filling out their US citizenship applications, an arduous process that could take as long as two hours, at a Citizenship Clinic on June 24 at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku.
Annie Gonzalez wins Rising Star Award at 2023 Maui Film Festival
The 2023 Maui Film Festival’s Rising Star Award went to Annie Gonzalez in Eva Longoria’s feature film directorial debut Flamin’ Hot.
Single-family home catches on fire in Kahului Sunday
The damage is estimated to be around $150,000 to the structure, and $5,000 to contents, officials said in a statement.
Hawai‘i-based telescopes, including one on Maui, helping with new space mission to map the universe
After twelve years of planning, the European Space Agency on July 1 launched its Euclid satellite from Cape Canaveral, Fla., with the goal of answering those and many other questions, and it will get a big — and colorful — helping hand from three observatories in Hawai‘i, including one on Maui.
Molokaʻi feedback sought at meeting for creation of wetlands map, July 6
Molokaʻi residents are asked to weigh in on the creation of a Maui County wetlands map during a public meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 6, at the Mitchell Pauole Community Center conference room in Kaunakakai.
Volcano Watch: Tracking down Mauna Loa’s carbon dioxide
Although the amount of CO2 emitted by Mauna Loa may be small in a global view, it could still yield important clues about Mauna Loa’s volcanic processes and future eruptions. HVO hopes to find a location for the new gas monitoring station soon and have it installed in the coming months.
The Salvation Army hosts Back-to-School supply drives for keiki in need across Hawaiʻi
The Salvation Army is partnering with Maui County Federal Credit Union, Aloha Pacific Credit Union, and the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association to provide backpacks filled with school supplies for Maui’s children in need. Donations are being accepted through July 21.
County offers free, family-friendly events to honor Parks month in July
Free, family-friendly events will take place on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi as part of National Parks and Recreation Month in July. For Maui, movies start at sunset and will be held at Eddie Tam Memorial Center, July 7; Kamaʻole III, July 14; War Memorial Stadium Complex, July 21; and Lahaina Civic Center, July 28.
Small craft advisory for parts of Maui from Sunday at 6 p.m. to Tuesday at 6 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a small craft advisory from Sunday at 6 p.m. to Tuesday at 6 p.m. for parts of the Hawaiian Islands.
Maui Film Festival final night features “Sweet Adventure,” “Savage Waters,” and “Tiki Taane in Session with CSO”
The final night of the Maui Film Festival’s Stardust Cinema features three films: “Sweet Adventure” at 5:30 p.m., “Savage Waters” at 6:45 p.m, and “Tiki Taane in Session with CSO” at 8:45 p.m.
Maui Brewing Company opens new restaurant at Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort
Maui Brewing Company will open its new restaurant at Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort, featuring a beachfront venue with expansive outdoor seating, island-inspired cuisine, and a wide selection of craft beers.
MEDB to host webinar on cybersecurity basics for CEOs
The Maui Economic Development Board will host “Secure Today, Safe Tomorrow: Cybersecurity Basics for CEOs” on July 19. This webinar is led by Pamela Feld, the founder and CEO of Triumph Technology Group.
WATCH: National Marine Sanctuary Foundation honors Congressman Ed Case of Hawai‘i
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation recently gave its prestigious 2023 Leadership Award to Case, who continues the fight for ocean-based climate solutions, sustainable climate ready fisheries management and international cooperation and coordination in saving the world’s oceans.
CBRE welcomes new project management director in Hawaiʻi
Commercial real estate services and investment firm, CBRE has named George Denise as director of project management for the Hawaiʻi region.
Gov. Green extends family tax credit, signs biennium budget
HB954 (Act 163) gives $104 million of income support to local taxpayers, “many of whom will receive tax refunds worth thousands of dollars that will flow back into their household budgets to help make ends meet,” according to the governor’s announcement.
AAA Hawaiʻi expects record-breaking Independence Day travel
AAA Hawaiʻi anticipates record-breaking Independence Day travel, with over 7.4 million residents of Pacific states embarking on holiday getaways.
Biden-Harris invest $16M to save Hawaiian forest birds from extinction
Nearly $16 million has been allocated to the Hawaiian Forest Bird Conservation Keystone Initiative, aimed at protecting the distinctive bird species of the Hawaiian Islands and addressing urgent challenges such as habitat loss, invasive species, climate change, and disease.
