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Mauna Loa flow front is cut off, immediate threat to highway infrastructure diminishes
Field crews report that while the eruption continues out of Mauna Loa’s active fissure 3, the supply of lava from the fissure to the flow front has been cut off, and is no longer advancing towards the Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Intermittent closures on Hāna Highway at Waikani Stream rescheduled to Dec. 14
Intermittent closures of Hāna Highway (Route 360) at Waikani Stream Bridge that was originally scheduled for Dec. 9, has been postponed to Dec. 14, weather permitting.
Maui police share insight on missing persons investigations
The information was shared as Maui Now inquired about five separate missing persons cases involving adult men in the East Maui area recently. The cases were reported over a span of 10 months, and the list of missing includes both residents and visitors ranging in age from 40-61. Assistant Chief Gregg Okamoto with the Maui Police Department said none of the cases are linked, and there is no suspicion of foul play involved. He said each case is being actively investigated separately as there is no indication that they are related.
New law co-authored by Sen. Schatz helps domestic violence survivors cut ties with abusers
“Giving domestic violence abusers control over their victims’ cell phones is a terrifying reality for many survivors. Right now there is no easy way out for these victims – they’re trapped in by contracts and hefty fees. Our new law will help survivors get out of these shared plans and help victims stay connected with their families and support networks,” said Senator Schatz in a news release.
Wind Advisory for portions of Maui, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe; Warning for Big Island summits
A Wind Advisory has been issued for portions of Maui, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe; and a Wind Warning is in effect for the Big Island summits.
Maui’s ‘Rosie the Riveter’ exudes ‘girl power,’ hailed at 81st Pearl Harbor anniversary today
When Pearl Harbor was bombed 81 years ago today, Lahaina resident Lucille “Cille” (Jones) MacDonald said she was ready to leave home and fight.
Mary Kaui Kala-Brook named new MEO Hāna Branch Manager
A past Hāna High & Elementary valedictorian, Mary Kaui Kala-Brook, will lead the Hāna Branch of Maui Economic Opportunity to help her neighbors and offer her experiences on the Mainland to benefit her hometown.
MVCB partners with Raw Elements to provide mineral sunscreen dispensers in Maui County
The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau has partnered with Raw Elements to provide 20 mineral-only sunscreen dispensers at high traffic beaches in Maui County.
Return of Christmas drive-thru at Kalana O Maui County Building, Dec. 10
The County of Maui announced the return of the Mayor’s Christmas Drive-Thru event at the Kalana O Maui Building in Wailuku, this Saturday, Dec. 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
New breakout at Mauna Loa flow front slows the advance of lava towards highway
A new breakout at the Mauna Loa flow front reported overnight has removed lava from the channel, slowing the advance rate of the main flow, according to a new update issued by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory on Wednesday morning.
New report reveals accelerating crisis of Hawaiʻi households living in poverty
Those who had fallen from the ALICE Threshold to below the Federal Poverty Line grew from 9% in 2019 to 15% in 2022, a 66% increase. Key findings of the report were released on Tuesday.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, Dec. 8-14
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment for Dec. 8-14, find our comprehensive listing HERE.
DHHL: New plan guides Kahikinui forest restoration
A project to restore a 4,500-acre portion of native forest on the slopes of Haleakalā that began over 25 years ago has recommenced through the efforts of native Hawaiians from the Kahikinui Homestead Community.
Input sought on mosquito suppression efforts to address impacts of avian malaria on Maui
Haleakalā National Park is seeking public input on an environmental assessment for the “Suppression of Non-native Mosquito Populations to Address the Impacts of Avian Malaria on Threatened and Endangered Forest Birds on Maui.” The assessment will determine the impacts of using a new technique to manage mosquitoes in East Maui.
19 firefighters graduate from Maui Fire Department’s 38th Recruit Class
Nineteen firefighter recruits graduated from the Maui Fire Department’s 38th Recruit Class on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022.
UH Maui College to host “Giving Back” Open House, Dec. 16
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College will host a “Giving Back” Open House on Friday, Dec. 16 from 5 to 8 p.m. on the Great Lawn of the Kahului campus and Pā‘ina Building dining area.
Maui businessman, Bruce Bowman publishes biography
Bipolar, Epileptic Papa and Businessman, a new book by Maui’s Bruce Bowman, is now available for purchase online.
HVO live stream video of fissure 3 at Mauna Loa shows 130 foot lava fountain
Visitors continue to flock to Mauna Loa where a fissure is sending a fountain of lava about 130 feet into the air.
PWF: Whale spotted off Maui with “blunt force injuries” likely caused by a vessel strike
A whale in distress, spotted in West Maui waters last week, suffered from blunt force injuries, likely caused by a vessel strike either on its migration to Hawaiʻi or while in feeding grounds, according to the Pacific Whale Foundation.
Grand Opening held for Kaiāulu o Kupuohi affordable housing project in Lahaina, Maui
A grand opening celebration was held Monday for the 89 unit Kaiāulu o Kupuohi affordable apartment project in Lahaina, Maui.
