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Oprah Buys More Property on Maui
Oprah Winfrey is back again at shopping for Maui real estate, as the billionaire media mogul has recently purchased a three-acre property in Kula on Maui that’s adjacent to the other properties she owns on the Valley Isle, according to public records.
MPD’s Operation Speed Jam Enforcement Nets 440 Speed Related Citations
The Maui Police Department issued 554 citations last week during the Operation Speed Jam enforcement effort. The campaign, which began on Nov. 8, 2021, netted 354 citations for speeding, 10 excessive speeding violations, and 76 citations for speeding in a school zone.
Official Holding Period for 2021/2022 Big Wave Season Now Open
The world’s best big wave surfers are back on call as the holding period for the World Surf League (WSL) 2021/2022 Big Wave season officially opened today.
UHMC Thanksgiving Pie Sale, Proceeds Benefit Culinary Arts Program
Students with the University of Hawaiʻi Culinary Arts program will be busy baking 200 pies, available for the public to order for Thanksgiving.
Nov. 14, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 81 New Cases, 1 Death
There were 81 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Sunday. The latest data represents a total of 1,343 “active” cases statewide over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 7.3 per 100,000 today.
Flood Watch Through Late Sunday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, in effect until late tonight.
Endangered ‘Akikiki Birds to Travel from Kaua’i to Maui to Join Breeding Program
Biologists monitoring the area found that the population of more than 70 birds recorded in 2015 had declined to just five in 2021.
Participating Artists Announced for Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2022
Maui Arts & Cultural Center announces the opening of Schaefer Portrait Challenge from Jan. 11 to March 19, 2022 in Schaefer International Gallery. Originally scheduled for Jan 2021, this juried statewide exhibition was postponed for a year due to COVID-19.
Nov. 13, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 81 New Cases
In Maui County, the seven day average for new cases daily is 12, with a 1.5% test positivity rate over 14 days. This is -18% from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2021. For every 100,000 residents in Maui County, there have been an average of 7.4 newly reported cases per day over the last seven days.
Tentative Agreement Reached Between Alliance Unions and Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente and the Alliance of Health Care Unions reached a tentative agreement today on a four-year contract.
Future USS Daniel Inouye to Stop on Maui Before Arrival at Homeport
The future USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) is scheduled to arrive at its new homeport, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 following a two-day voyage around the Hawaiian Islands.
Disturbing Allegations Surface in Court Documents Involving Disappearance of Isabella “Ariel” Kalua
Court documents reveal disturbing allegations in a murder case brought against the adoptive parents of missing Oʻahu girl, Isabella “Ariel” Kalua.
DOH Releases New Data on Vaccine Efficacy and COVID-19 Breakthrough Data
Hawaiʻi data on deaths that occurred from Jan. 1, 2021 through Sept. 30, 2021 found that: Fully vaccinated people age 0-59 were 34 times less likely to die of COVID-19 than unvaccinated individuals.
Nov. 12, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 138 New Cases, 5 Deaths
There were 138 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Friday. The latest data represents a total of 1,428 “active” cases statewide over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 6.8 per 100,000 today.
Kaiser Rolls Out Keiki Vaccinations for 5-11 Year Olds
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi staff and physicians spent Veterans Day hosting COVID-19 vaccination clinics across the state for 5-11 year old children. Combined, the clinics administered hundreds of pediatric doses yesterday.
Pacific Media Group’s Battle of the Businesses for Maui Food Bank Raises 46,312 Meals
This year, 29 businesses raised $10,680 and 4,562 pounds of food, which combined will provide 46,312 meals to individuals and families across the Maui Food Bank’s network.
WATCH: Imua Family Services Executive Director Speaks on History, Navigating Pandemic Challenges and the Future of the Organization
Dean Wong, executive director of Imua Family Services spoke to Jack Dugan, Pacific Media Group’s COO and Maui Now’s director about the history of the nonprofit organization, navigating the challenges brought on by the pandemic and its future.
Nov. 11, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 130 New Cases, 3 Deaths
There were 130 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Thursday. The latest data represents a total of 1,455 “active” cases statewide over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 6.7 per 100,000 today.
Mayor Seeks Info on Shoreline Properties to Ensure Public Access at Keawakapu
“I believe the County of Maui can better manage these parcels on behalf of our residents,” said Mayor Victorino. “Unlimited public access to our beaches is crucial for our community and a fundamental common law right in Hawaiʻi.”
Road Closure: Motor Vehicle Accident Involving Telephone Pole on Kaupakalua Rd.
Kaupakalua Road is closed between East Kuiaha and Awalau Road due to a motor vehicle accident involving a telephone pole. Maui police say the road will remain closed until approximately 10 a.m. while Hawaiian Tel personnel conduct repairs on scene.
