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US House Committee Advances Measure to Expand Haleakalā National Park, Recover Endangered Birds

Approximately $6.1 million from this fund would aid in the acquisition of 3,019 acres adjacent to Haleakalā National Park.

Water Conservation Urged in West Maui

West Maui residents and businesses are being asked to voluntarily conserve water while the Mahinahina Water Treatment Facility undergoes upgrades through Aug. 6, 2021.
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UHMC Back Door Bake Shop Returns Friday

The UHMC Culinary Arts Program’s next Back Door Bake Shop is Friday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program’s advanced baking students have prepared a wide variety of pastries, with all proceeds going back into the UHMC Culinary Arts Program.

No Tsunami Expected After 5.2 Earthquake Off Hamakua Coast of Hawai‘i Island

There is no tsunami expected following a magnitude 5.2 (preliminary 5.0) earthquake reported at 1:44 p.m. HST on Monday, July 5, 2021 off the Hamakua Coast of Hawaiʻi Island.

July 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 48 Cases

The confirmed cases included: 36 on O‘ahu (-2 probable); five on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); 0 on Kaua‘i (+1 probable); one on Maui; and five in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).

Container Fire at Kahului Harbor Results in $100,000 Damage

A container fire at the Young Brothers Facility at Kahului Harbor on Maui caused an estimated $100,000 in damage to three containers, and $10,000 in damage to Hammerhead Metals material within.

July 4, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 62 Cases

The confirmed cases included: 31 on O‘ahu (+4 probable); four on Kaua‘i; seven on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); three on Maui (+2 probable); and 11 in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (-1 probable).

Ulupono Initiative Commends the State’s Commitment to Buying Local

Supporters say the three bills leverage existing state food purchases and programs to strengthen the local food production market and its resilience.

Presentation July 7: “Next Steps Beyond Enactment of Hawaiʻi’s Sunscreen Law”

The speakers plan to address whether or not sunscreen pollution is a symptom of unsustainable tourism and coastal development, how we get visitors and residents to comply with the new sunscreen law and who is responsible for enforcing it.

Maui Fourth of July Fireworks Reminders

Fireworks can only be legally set off from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the Fourth of July. Aerial fireworks are illegal and extremely dangerous. The import, transfer, sale, or use of aerial fireworks without a permit is a Class C Felony.

Sustainability Bills Signed into Law

Governor David Ige on Friday signed seven sustainability bills into law during a ceremony at Washington Place to support local food production, protect people and businesses from rising sea levels, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and prioritize the creation of green jobs.

Names of Three Finalist Sent to Governor for House District 13 Vacancy

The Governor now has until Monday, Aug. 16 to select one of these individuals to serve as the next State House Representative from House District 13.

2021 Merrie Monarch Results; Maui Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi Named No. 2 Overall

Maui’s Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi under the direction or Nā Kumu Haunani & ʻIliahi Paredes earned a second place overall finish. The hālau from Wailuku, Maui also captured awards for: first place in the Wahine Overall, second place in Kāne Overall, first place in Wahine ‘Auana, third place in Wahine Kahiko, and second place in the Kāne ʻAuana divisions.

July 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 47 Cases

The confirmed cases included: 20 on O‘ahu (+1 probable); 11 on Kaua‘i; four on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); eight on Maui (-1 probable); and (+3 probable) in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.

Council Passes Moratorium on Building Permits for Visitor Accommodations in South and West Maui

The Maui County Council passed a moratorium on building permits for new visitor accommodations in South and West Maui in a 6-2 vote Friday.

Police Initiate Narcotic Investigation After Traffic Stop in Lahaina

A 41-year-old Lahaina man was arrested and released following a traffic stop in West Maui last weekend in which police recovered 100 grams of crystal meth and thousands of dollars in cash. #MauiNow

#HIGotVaccinated Announces Week Three Winners

#HiGotVaccinated Week No. 3 winners: (top R to L) Amy Yamashiro; Jolene Mears. (bottom R to L) Kimberly Harai; Luiza Pentz; and Les Matsumoto of Pāʻia, Maui.

July 2, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 79 Cases

The confirmed cases included: 43 on O‘ahu (+9 probable); nine on Kaua‘i; six on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); four on Maui (+1 probable); and six in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.

Maui Police Issue Fireworks Reminders as Fourth of July Weekend Gets Underway

Consumer fireworks can only be legally ignited from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 4, 2021. Setting off fireworks outside designated times is punishable by law. Violations are subject to fines of up to $2,000

Governor Extends Disaster Relief Period for Damage Caused by Heavy Rains in March

Governor David Ige signed a third proclamation extending the emergency disaster relief period for the Counties of Maui and Kaua‘i, and the City and County of Honolulu, following heavy rains that caused flooding, landslides and fear of dam failure in March.
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