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Maui police unsure if shooting was negligent or criminal; hunting, poaching investigated
The victim of a Maui Veterans Highway shooting Wednesday was not targeted, and police alluded to hunting and poaching in the area during a news conference today at the Wailuku station. Still, officials asked for the public’s assistance with any information on the shooting that happened around 6:15 p.m. Wednesday near Mile Marker 5 on Maui Veterans Highway.
Sen. Hirono visits construction site of the future Daniel Kahikina Akaka VA Clinic
Once finished the Daniel Kahikina Akaka VA Clinic will provide critical health care for veterans living not only in Hawaiʻi, but throughout the Pacific region, and will help expand Tripler Army Medical Center’s capacity to serve veterans as well.
Average daily census for Maui visitors in May is higher than pre-pandemic data
The number of visitors present on any given day last month on Maui increased nearly 2% from the same time in 2019, and overall arrivals were close to pre-pandemic totals for the same timeframe, according to a report released Thursday.
51.3 acres acquired in West Maui for County Park
The County of Maui has acquired 51.3 acres in West Maui for a purchase price of $2 million from Maui Land & Pineapple Co. for development of a County park, Mayor Michael Victorino announced today.
Maui’s Lily Meola gives Golden Buzzer performance of “Daydream” on national stage
Singer and songwriter Lily Meola of Maui wowed judge Heidi Klum and drew a standing ovation in her Season 17 performance of Daydream on the 2022 edition of NBC’s America’s Got Talent, Tuesday night.
Man suffers gunshot wound while driving on Maui Veterans Highway
A 66-year-old man is in critical but stable condition, after suffering a gunshot wound while driving on the Maui Veterans Highway on Wednesday night, police said.
Chick-fil-A Kahului expected to hire 100+ team members, hosts hiring events, July 5-8
The first Chick-fil-A restaurant on Maui is looking to hire more than 100 part-time and full-time team members as it gears up to open its Kahului location.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, June 30-July 6
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment from June 30 to July 6, find our comprehensive listing here.
Maui Fourth of July fireworks reminders: sales underway, public display in Lahaina
There are two public aerial displays planned this year–one on July 2 as part of the 26th Annual Lānaʻi Pineapple Festival, and the other on July 4, as part of the Lahaina Fourth of July Fireworks celebration.
Takakura sworn in as new Deputy Director at Maui Department of Planning
Maui’s Jacky Takakura was sworn into office on Wednesday as deputy director of the Department of Planning. She succeeds Jordan Hart, who has moved to chief of the department’s Zoning Administration & Enforcement Division.
Hawaiʻi airports expect busy Fourth of July holiday weekend
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is advising anyone traveling out of Honolulu, Kahului, Līhuʻe, Kona, or Hilo to arrive early, especially if traveling between the peak hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday weekend.
Police investigation update: Male driver on Maui Veterans Highway sustains apparent gunshot wound
Maui police tell Maui Now that a male driver on Maui Veterans Highway sustained an apparent gunshot injury. The investigation is still ongoing.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority extends contract with HVCB for 90 days to resolve protest
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announced today it has temporarily extended its current contract with the Hawaiʻi Visitors and Convention Bureau.
June 23-29, 2022 COVID-19 update: 15 deaths and 5,362 new infections in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health reported 5,362 new COVID-19 cases for the week of June 23-29, 2022, which is 120 fewer cases than the previous week. There were 15 deaths. It is the sixth week in a row that case numbers are down.
Visitors to Haleakalā National Park on Maui generated $76.7M in economic benefits
Visitors to Haleakalā National Park Created $76.7 Million in Economic Benefits and Supported 598 Jobs in the Local Economy
Half acre burned in fire at homeless encampment in Waiehu, Maui
A fire at a homeless encampment in Waiehu, Maui burned a half acre before being brought under control on Tuesday afternoon.
Gov. Ige unveils veto list; including renewable energy bill that could jeopardize Lānaʻi project
Hawai’i Gov. David Ige notified lawmakers and the public today of his intent to veto 30 of the 343 bills passed by the 2022 State Legislature, including a renewable energy bill that could jeopardize a solar-to-battery storage system project for Lānaʻi.
Maui Job Openings: Featured Positions from June 20 – 27
Maui Now’s featured jobs from June 20 to 27, 2022.
The Importance of Colon Cancer Screening
“It’s understandable that it may be difficult to tell others you have cancer, but the journey is more difficult when you do it alone in silence,” said Stewart. “Sharing my cancer story during my journey was like a pressure relief valve. It made the load lighter for me.”
Supreme Court ruling to overturn Roe v. Wade condemned by Hawaiʻi congressional delegation
Today, the conservative majority of the United States Supreme Court overturned the 1973 landmark legislation Roe v. Wade, ending nearly 50 years of constitutional right to abortion and allowing states to ban abortion immediately.
