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Mayor Richard Bissen brings Holomua Kākou to Hāna for two days in April
Mayor Richard Bissen is bringing Holomua Kākou to Hāna as part of his ongoing effort to take county government to the diverse communities that make up Maui County.
Multi-platinum music producer Kerry Brown to record Sunflower Farm Music Fest
The upcoming Sunflower Farm Music Fest in Central Maui will be recorded by multi-platinum music producer Kerry Brown.
UPW workers vote to ratify new contract at Maui Health ending two-month strike
Nearly 500 frontline healthcare workers at Kaiser’s Maui Health System have voted to ratify a new three-year contract, ending a nearly two-month strike.
Maui Planning Commission gives unanimous approval to new SMA and Shoreline Rules
“The updated SMA and Shoreline Rules are more balanced and flexible for homeowners, and incorporate the best available science on sea level rise to bolster coastal resilience,” said Planning Director Kathleen Ross Aoki.
Health Center says its unable to fill the gap in care for obstetrics needs on Maui
Limited choices for obstetrics options on Maui has caused concern among those who continue to care for pregnant women on the island.
Public hearing on FY24 budget in Central Maui, Friday, April 14
The Maui County Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023 in the Council Chamber.
Miss Aloha Hula 2023 title goes to Oʻahu dancer from Ka Lā ʻŌnohi Mai O Haʻehaʻe
Agnes Renee Leihiwahiwaikapolionāmakua Thronas Brown was named Miss Aloha Hula 2023 at the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival on Thursday night at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. This is the third year in a row that the hālau from Pūʻahuʻula, Koʻolaupoko, Oʻahu took top honors in the soloist competition.
Maui’s own Karlee Pōhaikealoha Rita Chong-Kee of Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi, under the direction of Nā Kumu Haunani and ʻIliahi Paredes, brought home the 4th place award.
Maui Ocean Center celebrates Earth Day with $10 admission for kamaʻāina
Maui Ocean Center will celebrate Earth Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, with family-friendly fun including face painting, interactive games with prizes and ocean-themed activities led by marine naturalists.
St. Anthony School to host 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa, June 24, 2023
St. Anthony School in Wailuku, Maui welcomes home its alumni for the school’s 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa. Graduates will be honored on Saturday, June 24, from 5-10 p.m., on Sullivan Field fronting the campus.
Study suggests Molokini is being “overused”
Overall, the team’s findings suggest that “Molokini is being overused, and that management is needed to improve not only ecosystem health but the visitor experience,” said Russell Sparks, DLNR Aquatic Biologist.
38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run on three islands
Three islands will participate in the 38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run, happening Friday, April 21 on Moloka’i, Saturday, April 22 on Lānaʻi, and Friday, April 28 on Maui.
Kamp Kāohi on Moloka‘i trains youth leaders, offers fun activities
The goal of the camp was to build youth leaders in their school and community for the prevention of harmful behaviors. The camp also was an opportunity to recruit youth for the Kāohi after-school and spring- and summer-break programs.
Full Senate passes draft budget; includes funds for Maui jail and UHMC health center
The bill includes the addition of 3 permanent positions and $98,500 in FY24 and $200,250 in FY25 for Maui College’s health center. House Bill 300, House Draft 1, Senate Draft 1 now moves back to the House for further consideration.
$2,000 raised for Nā Hale O Maui at Poggenpohl Kitchens event
More than $2,000 was raised for the nonprofit Nā Hale O Maui during a fundraising event hosted by Poggenpohl Kitchens at The Shops at Wailea on Tuesday. Nā Hale O Maui is a community land trust that aims to help to create affordable and workforce housing for Maui residents.
Economic development grant funds efforts to increase Maui facilities-engineering workforce
“Our goal is to provide high-quality, hands-on experience to the next generation of engineers while also addressing the shortage of skilled workers in the industry and providing a path for Maui Youth to stay home,” said Rich Sato, executive director of the Maui Facilities and Engineering Leadership Council.
Call for entries for 2023 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade
The 2023 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, 2023, celebrating the theme “E ala e nā kini o ka ʻāina!” – Arise all people of the land! The deadline to submit an application is May 26, 2023.
Lahaina Banyan Tree celebrates 150th anniversary, April 22
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation will commemorate the Lahaina Banyan Tree’s 150th anniversary with a birthday party at the historic site on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
State seeks removal of feral cat feeding stations because of negative impacts on nēnē
The DLNR has directed the removal of cat-feeding stations located at a Hawai’i Island shopping center, following complaints that the endangered Hawai‘i state bird, the nēnē (Hawaiian goose), are being negatively impacted by the consumption of cat food and close contact with feral cats.
High school students get close look at crime work at MPD Forensic Facility
Students from King Kekaulike High School’s forensics class received an up close look at crime work at the Maui Police Department’s Forensic Facility this week.
Imua Family Services Partners with ʻOhana Fuels’ “Fuel Up. Do Good.” program
Throughout the months of April, May and June, every purchase of gasoline at an ʻOhana Fuels location on Maui will help support Imua Family Services’ Camp Imua program as part of its “Fuel Up. Do Good.” program.
