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Grants Training Workshop offered on Maui, March 31
The workshop will assist nonprofit and for-profit organizations that administer viable programs, projects or events that are designed to make a positive economic impact within the county. The workshop is scheduled to prepare for the Office of Economic Development fiscal year grants funding, which is pending final approval by the Maui County Council.
Legislature to recognize Education Week at the State Capitol
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature celebrates Education Week from March 13-17, 2023.
ʻOhana Fuels giving program raises $6,683 for Maui Adult Day Care Centers
The ʻOhana Fuels “Fuel Up, Do Good” Community Giving Program raised $6,683.98 for Maui Adult Day Care Centers during the fourth quarter of 2022.
Mayor Bissen to honor Maui’s milestone blood donors
Mayor Bissen is partnering with The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi to honor more than 45 donors on Wednesday, March 22 at 8 a.m. who have made at least 100 lifetime donations.
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi will also host a blood drive for Maui residents, Wednesday, March 21-23 at the Cameron Center in Wailuku.
Update/Located: Maui police seek man wanted for alleged burglary and theft
As of Friday, March 24, 2023, Kaanana was located, according to Maui police. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
Hawaiian Music Series features Liz Morales and Jordan Soon, March 30
Liz Morales, founder of the wahine trio Ahumanu, and Jordan Soon, singer-songwriter from Wailuku, will perform at this month’s Hawaiian Music Series on the front lawn of the Baldwin Home museum in Lahaina. Now in its 15th year, the free event will be held on Thursday, March 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
30 customers affected by water outage on ʻIolani Street in Puakalani
A water service outage will affect about 30 customers on ʻIolani Street in Pukalani from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14.
Maui hotels and restaurants dominate USA Today’s 10 Best lists
Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa was named the Best Hotel in Hawaiʻi by USA TODAY in the publications 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards. The resort was selected for its “plush ocean view rooms, lagoon-style pool” and location at Kāʻanapali Beach.
Water shutdown to affect 300 customers in Pukalani on March 16, 2023
A water service outage will affect about 300 customers in the area along Old Haleakalā Highway in Pukalani from 9 p.m. Thursday, March 16 to 5 a.m. Friday, March 17. The outage will occur while two fire hydrants are relocated on the sidewalk along Old Haleakalā Highway.
PARK MAUI to hold Lahaina open house, March 25
Subject to Maui County Council approval, the pilot phase is designed to allow Maui County residents who register to receive free parking at Maui parks and beaches at all times, as well as one to two hours of free or discounted parking in small towns. Under the proposal, non-Maui County residents would have the option to pre-purchase weekly or discounted monthly beach parking passes.
County of Maui solicits applications for Economic Diversification grants
In response to the priorities identified, the Maui County Council set aside $320,000 last year for the grants. The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. on March 3, 2023.
Mayor Bissen to deliver State of the County address, March 21
Mayor Richard Bissen will deliver his first State of the County address at 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 21 on the front lawn of Kalana O Maui, the County Building in Wailuku.
Movie at the Old Prison features screening of Hawaiian Soul, March 25
Hawaiian Soul, a narrative short film dedicated to Hawaiian activist and musician George Jarret Helm Jr., will be screened at this month’s “Movie at the Old Prison” on the lawn of the Old Prison. The free event will be held on Saturday, March 25 at 7 p.m. Director/writer/producer ʻĀina Paikai and executive co-producer Lincoln Wong will be guest speakers.
Baldwin Beach Park to be closed March 16-18 for tree removal
Baldwin Beach Park in Pāʻia will be closed on Thursday, March 16 and Friday, March 17 while crownless palm trees are removed.
2023 Maui Real Property Assessment notices to be mailed
County of Maui 2023 Real Property Assessment Notices will be mailed to all real property owners on or before March 15, 2023.
High school senior raised $10,000 to benefit Habitat for Humanity Maui
In an effort to raise awareness around the affordable housing crisis in Maui County, St. Anthony student Edward Oliveira launched a fundraiser, Paddle for Roof, to benefit Habitat for Humanity Maui.
Nominations sought for 2023 Outstanding Older Americans in Maui County awards
Nominations are being sought for the County of Maui’s 2023 Outstanding Older Americans awards. The nomination deadline is 4:30 p.m. Friday, March 31.
Maui Preparatory Academy receives $25,000 grant for Financial Aid Initiative
Maui Preparatory Academy is the recipient of a $25,000 grant from Central Pacific Bank Foundation. The grant award, distributed over two years, supports Maui Prep’s Financial Aid Initiative which offers tuition assistance to deserving students. Currently 35% of Maui Prep students receive tuition assistance.
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi welcomes three new physicians to Kīhei, Wailuku and Kona
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii welcomes three new physicians to its Kihei Clinic, Wailuku Medical Office and Kona Medical Office. Doctors Deidrie Jo Colter, Douglas Stevens, and Benjamin Tautges join the optometry and physiatry departments, and will serve Kaiser Permanente’s 266,000+ members in Hawaii.
Environmental education programs help kids learn how to protect Maui’s resources
Led by Maui District’s Environmental Management team, the activities are intended to help youngsters learn more about Maui’s natural environment and how to protect it from degradation.
