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Patsy Mink’s portrait unveiled in US Capitol on 50th anniversary of Title IX
The portrait of the late Congresswoman from Hawaiʻi, Patsy Mink, was unveiled today in the US Capitol during a ceremony to celebrate her legendary life and the 50th anniversary of her trailblazing legislation, Title IX.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, June 23-29
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment from June 23-29, find our comprehensive listing here.
Maui Patsy Mink remembered on 50th anniversary of landmark Title IX passage
Thursday marks the 50th anniversary of Title IX, landmark legislation that ensures access, equality, and justice for women in both academics and athletics. Maui’s own Patsy Mink co-authored the amendment, which passed in 1972, and was renamed the Patsy T. Mink Equal Opportunity in Education Act in her honor in 2022. Mink was born and […]
27,500 doses of COVID-19 vaccine for children under 5 arriving soon in Hawaiʻi
The long awaited COVID-19 vaccines for keiki under age 5 will be available on all Hawaiian islands in the coming week, according to the Hawai‘i Department of Health.
UH developing engineered living defense —inspired by coral reefs — to protect coastlines
The University of Hawaiʻi will be awarded up to $25 million by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop an engineered coral reef ecosystem to help protect coastlines from flooding, erosion and storm damage.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, June 16 – 22
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment from June 16-22, find our comprehensive listing here.
In person Pā‘ū Parade and Hoʻolauleʻa returns to Lahaina in honor of Nā Kamehameha
“We want to welcome everyone back safely to Lahaina for this event,” said Daryl Fujiwara event coordinator. “Sacred Hearts is celebrating 160 years and one of our partners, Lahaina Restoration Foundation is celebrating 50 years and the holiday itself honoring King Kamehameha is celebrating 150 years — lots to celebrate.”
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi visits Maui this week as part of World Blood Donor Day celebration
All donations made during the Maui drive will help to support HUGS (Help, Understanding & Group Support) to benefit families with seriously ill keiki.
CDC ends order requiring negative COVID-19 test prior to flights to the US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has rescinded its order requiring travelers to show a negative COVID-19 pre-departure test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States.
Maui Job Openings: Featured Positions from June 5 – 12
Maui Now’s featured jobs from June 5 to 11, 2022. Add your job listing.
“Wiki Hale” shelter prototype could become new tool for disaster recovery
The prototype, dubbed the “Wiki Hale” by the UH School of Architecture students who created it, could eventually be assembled in linked clusters to form communities with shared kitchen spaces and to house residents for weeks or months during recovery from a major disaster.
Former Maui resident advances to semi-finals in American Ninja Warrior
Former Maui resident Lorin Ball has qualified to compete in Los Angeles in the semi-finals competition for a chance to be in NBC’s season 14 of American Ninja Warrior.
East Maui water is topic of roundtable panel
The resolution comes as the Board of Land and Natural Resources moves forward in the process of issuing long term water leases. Currently, the only applicant for the East Maui water leases is Alexander & Baldwin/East Maui Irrigation. The Sierra Club reports that the establishment of an East Maui Community Water Authority, saying it provides an alternative choice.
HMSA Kaimana awards honors 15 students and nine schools
Kyra Ong of Maui High School and Kolea Suehiro of Kamehameha Schools Maui are among a list of 15 exemplary college-bound students who were recognized at the event for their achievements and excellence in academics, athletics, community service, healthy activities, and sportsmanship.
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART welcomes Maui-based artist Sachelle Dae, art unveiling June 30
In June 2022, Maui-based artist Sachelle Dae will present a collection of three oil paintings inspired by two talk story recordings. A public, outdoor unveiling and blessing will be held on Thursday, June 30 at 4:30 p.m. at First Hawaiian Bank Wailuku Branch.
Sen. DeCoite announces resources for Maui County residents facing axis deer issues
“My office has been getting more calls in the last week from concerned constituents wanting to know what is being done and who to call. I am grateful that the Governor has once again extended the Emergency Proclamation, and I am also anxiously awaiting his signature on my bill SB3179 that will bring funding and increased game management capabilities and resources to DOFAW,” said Senator Lynn DeCoite.
Hawaiʻi Department of Health identifies third probable monkeypox case in Oʻahu resident
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has identified an additional probable case of monkeypox in a Hawaiʻi resident.
Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation awards 10 scholarships to Maui students
The Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation announced its 2022 scholarship recipients. Ten outstanding Maui students have received $2,000 scholarships for their college or university expenses.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center celebrates 50 years with scholarships, four big events
On June 8, 1974, the Center held its grand opening with 48 stores and anchor tenants including Liberty House and Sears. Today, Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center features many local businesses and popular retail shops.
Brown, more than 12 slack-key artists to perform at 31st Annual Kī Hō‘alu Festival
More than 15 slack key artists are planning to perform at the 31st Annual Kī Hō‘alu Festival at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s A&B Amphitheater on June 26. The free event starts at 1 p.m., with gates opening at 12:30 p.m.
