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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.
Maui Council committee to consider Energy Conservation Code amendments
At the meeting on Sept. 14, members will consider changes to “allow flexibility for innovative approaches and techniques to effectively use energy.”
New children’s exhibit in the works at Imua Discovery Garden in Wailuku
Imua Family Services is working with The Doseum Design Studios team from Texas to create a new childrenʻs exhibit at the Imua Discovery Garden in Wailuku.
Kauaʻi mosquito survey teams are at the forefront of battling avian malaria
On Kaua‘i, Maui, and Hawai‘i Island, mosquito trapping surveys now have a sense of urgency, with three species of honeycreepers (‘akikiki, ‘akeke‘e, kiwikiu) on the precipice of extinction in the wild in under five years.
Poi-luscious dessert at West Maui pop-up, Saturday
The pop-up features a unique dessert incorporating the farm’s homegrown/processed paʻi ʻai (pounded, undiluted taro). Chang Farms also markets its homegrown loofah sponges and homemade soaps via Project MAHIʻAI.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, Sept. 8-14
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment for Sept. 8-14, find our comprehensive listing here.
Volunteers sought for community emergency response team in Maui County
Volunteers in Maui County are sought for the Community Emergency Response Team, a national program designed by the FEMA and run by the Maui Emergency Management Agency.
House fire in Hāna guts Keanini Drive home, six people displaced
An elderly resident who was home at the time of the fire, was extricated by neighbors and family members prior to the arrival of Maui Fire Department personnel. Fire officials say one person was injured, suffering burns to their face and arm, while extricating an elderly female resident from the fire.
Hawaiʻi residents to start receiving tax refunds next week
Taxpayers who earn less than $100,000/year, or couples earning less than $200,000/year will receive $300 each (including dependents, so a family of four would receive $1,200).
CPB donates $10K to Honolulu Little League world championship team
Central Pacific Bank Foundation presented a check for $10,000 to the Honolulu Little League world championship team.
Seabury Hall celebrates 10th anniversary of ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center
Seabury Hall is celebrating the 10th anniversary of its ‘Aʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center on Sept. 23 and 24, 2022.
Hawaiʻi Dental Service Foundation grant serves more kids with school-based program
Hawaiʻi Dental Service Foundation has provided a $133,447 grant to continue a public school dental sealant program that screened more than 650 children during the last school year, two thirds of whom received dental sealants at no-cost.
4.0 Hawaiʻi Island earthquake is part of seismic swarm that began in 2019
There was no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 4.0 earthquake reported at 3:20 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 5, 2022. The earthquake was located about 7 miles east-northeast of Pāhala on Hawaiʻi Island, at a depth of 20 miles below sea level.
Major conservation conference comes to Maui this week
The busy agenda includes visits to Haleakalā Ranch to discuss the critical axis deer problem, and to Pā‘ia to witness the dramatic coastal erosion of the Mantokuji Soto Zen Mission and cemetery site.
Hawaiʻi-based teams have strong showing at PGA Jr. League Regional on Maui
Hawaiʻi-based PGA Jr. League teams advanced to semi-final play at the National Car Rental PGA Jr. League Regional at Wailea Golf Club this weekend, but failed to bring home the title. The California-based Redwood Empire Redwood 17u All-Stars took home the 17u Region 12 title, besting the Maui League 17u All-Stars.
