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Looking back at lessons learned from Hurricane Iniki on 30th anniversary
In observance of the devastation caused by Hurricane Iniki on Kauaʻi 30 years ago this Sunday, the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency has produced a video interviewing people who looked back at the lessons learned from the incident.
Maui Nui Ahupuaʻa signage project installs first Kula Uka sign in the Moku ʻO Kula
The first sign, located on the northern boundary of the ‘A‘apueo Ahupua‘a at the corner of Kula Highway and ‘A‘apueo Parkway in Pukalani, is one of 34 signs that will be installed this year.
Grants to help Hawaiʻi overseas exports
The state government is receiving $500,000 to support issuing grants and helping Hawaiʻi small businesses in expanding their markets overseas.
Maui County Federal Credit Union awards $10K in scholarships
Maui County Federal Credit Union awarded 10 students each with $1,000 scholarships towards their college education. Over the past 21 years, Maui County FCU has awarded scholarships totaling $267,000 to Maui County students pursuing higher education.
Pāʻia Bay shark attack victim leaves hospital; Maui ocean official sheds light on incident
Pāʻia Bay was calm late Friday afternoon, nearly one week after a shark attacked and removed a woman’s left arm. The shark attack victim, a 51-year-old visitor from France, was discharged from the hospital Wednesday, a hospital spokeswoman told Maui Now.
Missing Person: Kauaʻi man last seen in Hāna, Maui on Aug. 30
Osborn was last seen on Aug. 30, 2022, at approximately 8 p.m. at his vacation rental in Hāna. His personal effects were found in the rental, according to police.
Update: Maui Flood Warning expires, flood waters gradually recede, bus service affected
If any residents want to report flood damage, they can visit mauicounty.gov/emergency and click on “Damage Assessment – Self-reporting.”
Proud Boys Hawaiʻi chapter founder, Ochs pleads guilty in Jan. 6 US Capitol breach
Two men – including the founder of the Hawaiʻi chapter of the Proud Boys– pleaded guilty today to a felony charge for their actions during the breach of the US Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
If approved, new rules for Maui’s downhill bike industry would set age, location limits
After turning its wheels for many months, a Maui County Council committee on Thursday finally recommended new rules intended to boost safety for the downhill biking industry, including minimum age requirements and restrictions on tour volumes, locations and timeframes. The committee meeting coincided with a bicyclist injury at Kekaulike Avenue/Haleakalā Highway, Maui Police Department confirmed later in the day. A call for service around 9:45 a.m. reported an injury where a bicyclist fell over; medics and Maui Fire Department responded to the scene.
US senators urge defense department to pick commander to head defueling at Red Hill
US Senators Brian Schatz and Mazie Hirono of Hawai’i are urging the US Department of Defense to name a commander that will be in charge of defueling the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility.
Volunteer registration now open for 2023 Sentry Tournament of Champions
The Sentry Tournament of Champions is now accepting volunteer registration for the 2023 event, which returns for the 25th year to The Plantation Course at Kapalua, Jan. 4-8, 2023.
Hawaiʻi Gov. Ige issues flag order to honor the life of Queen Elizabeth II
“The State of Hawaiʻi joins the nation and the rest of the world in mourning the loss of Queen Elizabeth II. Many years ago, Hawaiʻi hosted the Queen at Washington Place. Her graciousness and her leadership will always be remembered,” said Gov. Ige.
Maui County’s first ‘safe sleeping zone’ may be at J. Walter Cameron Center in Wailuku
A pilot project that allows houseless residents to sleep overnight in their vehicles in county lots could begin as early as October, and the first “safe sleeping zone” may be established at the J. Walter Cameron Center in Wailuku, according to an announcement today.
New images of the Sun released from Maui’s Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope
The new images contain the highest resolution imagery ever taken of the Sun’s chromosphere, with the world’s most powerful solar telescope.
New population of invasive little fire ants discovered in Haʻikū
A new population of the invasive little fire ants has been discovered in Haʻikū. The MISC team estimates the infestation to include approximately four-to-six acres and will finish mapping its extent before beginning control treatments.
Commission declines to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Maui Police Chief Pelletier
The Maui police commission has declined to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Maui Police Chief John Pelletier. The unanimous decision was announced following executive session during a special meeting on Wednesday in which members reviewed three complaints alleging violations of policy and procedure. Chair Frank De Rego said independent third party investigators were retained to fully […]
Bill to lower Maui County affordable housing sales guidelines narrowly advances in council
Despite opposition from developers, a plan that promises to make affordable homes more affordable moved one step closer to reality at Maui County Council recently.
4.2 Hawaiʻi Island earthquake part of seismic swarm under the Pāhala area
There was no tsunami threat from a 4.2 magnitude earthquake reported overnight in the Pāhala area of the Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island. The quake occurred at 2:04 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 8, 2022, about 6 miles ENE of Pāhala, at a depth of 21 miles below sea level.
Maui police make seven DUI arrests over Labor Day weekend
Maui Police arrested seven motorists for operating a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant during a Labor Day holiday weekend enforcement effort.
Pellet gun recovered from Maui teen aboard a school bus
Officers conducted a traffic stop and detained a 15-year-old boy. Police say investigators with the Juvenile Crime Prevention Division recovered a pellet gun and 1.35 grams of marijuana from the teen who was on a school bus in Kahului.
