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New public-private partnership on Maui provides hope for affordable homes, but raises questions of fairness
“Those are wonderful prices. Whoever wins the lottery on these 60 homes is going to truly win the lottery, so that better damn well be a fair lottery,” King said with a laugh. “I’m a little bit worried about the future asks, but I’m going to support this,” said Councilmember Kelly King.
While the price is right for homes being built at Pulelehua, questions are raised about fair practices and proper prescedent.
Jessica Crisp takes 2022 Aloha Classic Women’s Windsurfing title at Hoʻokipa, Maui
In an impressive performance, Jessica Crisp won the 2022 Aloha Classic Women’s Windsurfing title at Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Maui’s North Shore Monday.
Applicants sought for Maui County Boards and Commissions
Applicants are being sought from residents willing to provide public service on various Maui County boards, commissions, councils and committees. Citizen volunteer responsibilities include attending meetings, receiving public testimony, and reviewing policies and standards.
HIFF returns to Maui with three feature films and selection of shorts, Nov. 18-19
The Hawaiʻi International Film Festival returns to Maui with three feature films and a showing of six short films. All screenings will take place at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, Nov. 18-19.
Five Maui County students awarded $5,000 scholarships each from AlohaCare
Congratulations to Maui County award recipients: Lyu Burdette (Maui); Sherae Hanchett (Hāna, Maui); Kristelle Turalva-Albano (Maui); Micah Manuel (Lānaʻi City); and Michael Arce (Molokaʻi).
Haunted Block Party Oct. 28 at Azeka Shopping Center in Kīhei
The Kīhei 4th Friday event will feature Halloween tricks and treats, stilt walkers, face painters, ballon twisting, dinosaur rides, a keiki costume contest, live entertainment and food booths.
Surfrider Foundation: ongoing elevated bacteria count at Kahului Harbor and Waioka
Kahului Harbor in Central Maui, and Waioka “Venus Pool” in East Maui both had medium levels of Enterococcus bacteria, according to Surfrider Foundation’s Blue Water Task Force.
Maui’s most expensive active listings: $41.9M Hāwea Point home; $35M Mākena property
Maui’s most expensive active listings include: a $41.9 million home at 9 Bay Drive at Hāwea Point in Kapalua; and a $35M property located at 4572 Mākena Road along Maui’s south shore.
Maui Cattle Company hosts drive-up sale, Oct. 28, 2022
Customers are able to purchase five-pound vacuum-sealed bags of ground beef for $20 on Friday between 8 a.m. and noon.
Report: Hawaiʻi Grade 4 outperforms peers amid national pandemic learning declines
Hawai‘i’s fourth-graders held steady, performing above national averages in reading and math, according to the 2022 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results released on Monday. The results come amid across-the-board national declines in reading and math scores.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Oct. 23, 2022
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Oct. 23, 2022. May they rest in peace.
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Mauna Loa current unrest is likely driven by renewed input of magma beneath summit
The current unrest is most likely being driven by renewed input of magma 2–5 miles (3–8 km) beneath Mauna Loa’s summit. Monitoring data show no significant changes in the past day, according to the HVO.
Volunteers from American Savings Bank give back on National Make a Difference Day
ASB teammates on Oʻahu, Maui, Hawaiʻi Island and Molokaʻi participated in community beatification and clean-up projects at ʻAʻala Park, Child & Family Service, Hawaiʻi Food Bank, Hawaiʻi Taro Farm (in partnership with Maui United Way), Kaunakakai School and Waimea Elementary School.
Two visitors rescued from South Maui waters at Kamaʻole Beach Park I
Two visitors were rescued from waters at the south end of Kamaʻole Beach Park I in Kīhei on Saturday afternoon.
Hawaiʻi Wildlife Center honored for service: 3,000 birds and a lifetime of dedication
The Hawai‘i Wildlife Center was honored on Friday with an award from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources for its 10 years of service and dedication to care of native birds and wildlife.
Maui Council passes bill to end hotel moratorium, but cap transient vacation rentals
The Maui County Council passed Bill 159 that would end the temporary hotel moratorium, prohibit camper van usage as tourist lodging and continue the cap on transient vacation rentals.
New spice company on Maui donates to nonprofit in support of Hawaiian immersion
A $1,250 donation was presented by the Paia Spice Company to Nā Leo Kākoʻo O Maui on Friday, as part of a long-term commitment to give back to the Hawaiian culture.
Ask the Candidates: Maui mayoral candidates on overtourism, cost of living, affordable housing, public safety and water
The race for Maui’s top executive job comes down to incumbent Michael Victorino, and challenger Richard Bissen. The two garnered the most votes in the Primary Election and now face off in the General Election, with the top vote getter to lead the County of Maui for the next four years as mayor.
Kūlanihākoʻi High School in Kīhei selects manta ray as mascot, colors are silver and black
Kūlanihāko‘i High School has selected its mascot — the manta ray — and school colors of silver and black. Its student body and extracurricular teams will be the Kūlanihāko‘i Rays.
Notice: 5-week closure of southbound lanes of Honoapiʻilani Hwy. at Kaka Alaneo Dr.
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying drivers of a 24-hour closure beginning Tuesday, Oct. 25 of the southbound lanes of Honoapiʻilani Highway at the intersection of Kaka Alaneo Drive.
