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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.
Haʻikū Community Association annual meeting, March 15
The Haʻikū Community Association hosts its 2023 annual meeting on Wednesday, March 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Haʻikū Community Center.
Huliau Alumni Council offers two $2,500 college scholarships to graduating seniors
The Huliau Alumni Council announced the launch of the second year of their scholarship program to support and encourage undergraduate students of Maui County. The application must be submitted online by midnight on March 31, 2023.
Delays expected at Hilo Airport, repairs to security checkpoint underway
One of two security checkpoint lanes at Hilo Airport is down. Passengers catching a flight Monday morning, March 13, are advised to arrive two hours prior to a 6:30 a.m. flight, and three hours prior to any other flights during the day.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Mar. 12, 2023
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Mar. 12, 2023. May they rest in peace.
Pause in eruptive activity continues at Kīlauea despite earthquake swarm
“Resumption of eruptive activity at Kīlauea summit no longer appears to be imminent, although it is possible that another intrusion or resumption may occur in the near future with little or no warning,” according to an update from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
List: Maui lane closures through March 17
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Lt. Gov. Luke launches annual State Employees’ Food Drive
For the first time in its 24-year history, the food drive to support the Hawaiʻi Foodbank held its kickoff at a University of Hawaiʻi baseball game
Four Seasons Resort Maui hosts Molokini Kaʻapuni 2023
The Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea welcomed canoe teams from sister properties in Bora Bora and Hawaiʻi, as well as local Maui crews for an outrigger canoe paddle called “Molokini Kaʻapunui.” The cultural gathering on Saturday, March 11, was timed to celebrate the end of Makahiki season.
Bicyclist suffers critical life-threatening injuries in Honoapiʻilani crash on Maui
A 67-year-old Kīhei man suffered critical, life-threatening injuries when he was struck by a vehicle while bicycling along the Honoapiʻilani Highway on Saturday afternoon. Police say a preliminary investigation reveals the bicyclist was traveling westbound on the shoulder, made a left into the roadway where he was struck by a black 2020 Nissan Maxima sedan, which was traveling westbound.
Honoring Queen Kaʻahumanu Center’s namesake with protocol and music, March 17
March 17 marks the birthday of Queen Kaʻahumanu – a beloved Kuhina Nui, champion of women’s rights, and female surfer. To commemorate her birthday, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will celebrate with mele, hula and protocol by ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu Society followed by Kamaʻāina Nights live local music by Kamalei Kawaʻa.
Hawaiʻi Island police identify driver killed in officer-involved shooting
Hawai‘i Island police detectives have identified the male driver in yesterday’s officer-involved-shooting as 32-year-old Kainoa Kahele-Bishop of Kailua-Kona.
Shallow earthquake swarm detected beneath Kīlauea summit
A shallow earthquake swarm has been detected beneath the summit of Kīlauea Volcano, accompanied by significant surface tilt excursion, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory. HVO scientists say resumption of eruptive activity at Kīlauea summit is likely imminent.
