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New county program helps Maui residents tow, scrap vehicles at no cost
July 7, 2023 · 4:28 AM UTC
The Maui County Tow and Scrap Pilot Program launched in July to cover the cost of towing and scraping personal junk and unwanted vehicles. A similar program is available on Lānaʻi, and options for Molokaʻi residents are coming in the near future.
Breaking: Kamehameha Schools acquires thousands of acres at Kaupō Ranch and Hāmākualoa, Maui
July 7, 2023 · 12:57 AM UTC
Kamehameha Schools announced today its acquisition of more than 4,500 acres of land from Kaupō Ranch Ltd. on southeastern Maui for approximately $21 million. Kamehameha Schools has also acquired 1,053 acres within the Hāmākualoa district of north Maui for $13 million.
Full circle moment: Evelyn Del Valle goes from Head Start student to lead teacher
July 6, 2023 · 4:00 PM UTC
Evelyn Del Valle, 24, has come full circle with MEO Head Start, the preschool program offered to income eligible families, individuals in temporary shelter, foster children and others – without charge to them. She was a shy youth, who spoke mostly Spanish, when she attended the MEO Head Start program two decades ago. In May, she earned her associate degree in early childhood education.
Unattended death investigation launched amid discovery of possible human remains in Kula, Maui
July 6, 2023 · 7:01 AM UTC
Police have since confirmed that hunters discovered human remains wrapped in plastic, according to Maui Police Department spokesperson Alana Pico. The investigation remains ongoing.
Maui Humane Society to reduce pet adoption fees for “Empty the Shelters” event, July 6-31
July 6, 2023 · 12:42 AM UTC
From July 6 to July 31, BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Summer National “Empty the Shelters” will occur at more than 335 shelters in 44 states with pets available for adoption for just $50 or less, including Maui Humane Society.
Top 20 things to do on Maui July 6-12: Surfer/singer Landon McNamara, Django Reinhart jazz, O’Bon dance, history theatre
July 5, 2023 · 2:00 PM UTC
Surfer-singer Landon McNamara performs his reggae hits, an O’bon dance takes place in Pāʻia, a visiting jazz group plays Django Reinhart music at a youth music benefit, and actors portray Hawaiʻi historic figures. These are among the top events happening on Maui this week. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Committee agrees to revise proposed renaming of Puamana burial site to include Waianuʻukole
July 4, 2023 · 6:57 PM UTC
The Water and Infrastructure Committee agreed on a proposal Monday to rename Puamana Beach Park in Lahaina to Puamana Cultural Preserve at Waianuʻukole.
2023 Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards winners announced
July 3, 2023 · 11:49 PM UTC
The winners of the 46th Annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards were announced during a ceremony held Saturday at the Hawaiʻi Theatre. Big winners this year were Natalie Ai Kamauu and Wehilei.
Proposals sought for collaborative mural design at 2 new Kahului fitness courts
July 3, 2023 · 3:00 PM UTC
The selected artist(s) will be commissioned to develop an innovative design that engages a diverse public audience and celebrates the site’s history, culture and sense of place. All professional artists and arts groups are welcome to apply.
Hawai‘i-based telescopes, including one on Maui, helping with new space mission to map the universe
July 3, 2023 · 12:00 AM UTC
After twelve years of planning, the European Space Agency on July 1 launched its Euclid satellite from Cape Canaveral, Fla., with the goal of answering those and many other questions, and it will get a big — and colorful — helping hand from three observatories in Hawai‘i, including one on Maui.
WATCH: National Marine Sanctuary Foundation honors Congressman Ed Case of Hawai‘i
July 2, 2023 · 12:30 AM UTC
The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation recently gave its prestigious 2023 Leadership Award to Case, who continues the fight for ocean-based climate solutions, sustainable climate ready fisheries management and international cooperation and coordination in saving the world’s oceans.
$25M Līloa Dr. Extension is part of long-discussed Kīhei North-South Collector Road
June 30, 2023 · 5:39 PM UTC
The County of Maui released further details about a $25 million federal grant announced earlier this week that will fund the proposed Līloa Drive Extension. The work is part of the first phase of a north segment of the long-discussed Kīhei North-South Collector Road.
UH Maui College students launch scientific payload on a rocket
June 29, 2023 · 6:33 PM UTC
Five University of Hawaiʻi Maui College students built a simulated satellite the size of a soda can for an international competition and rocket launch, UH reports. The payload system design team was called UHMCanSat and placed 27th out of hundreds of competing universities in the American Astronautical Society 2023 CanSat Competition in Blacksburg, Virginia in June.
Līloa Dr. extension in Kīhei, Maui gets $25M in federal funds, two more roundabouts planned
June 28, 2023 · 6:28 PM UTC
A federal grant of $25,000,000 has been secured for the Līloa Drive extension in Kīhei on Maui as part of Biden-Harris Administration’s Investing in America Agenda. The project will extend Līloa Drive by 2,900 lineal feet and notes the addition of two more roundabouts to the South Maui community.
Permanent speed limit reduction announced for part of Haleakalā Highway
June 28, 2023 · 4:02 PM UTC
The state Department of Transportation has announced a speed limit reduction for part of the Haleakalā Highway. Speed is being reduced from 55 mph to 45 mph in the northbound direction in the vicinity of the North Firebreak Road Intersection near the Hāna Highway, between mile 0.20 and 0.70.
Mokulele Airlines to suspend Hilo to Kahului daily service; adding Maui to Kona flight
June 28, 2023 · 3:16 PM UTC
Mokulele Airlines will suspend its daily flights between Hilo and Kahului beginning Aug. 1, 2023. Mokulele will redeploy those aircraft to provide additional service to Molokaʻi and to add a new evening flight between Kahului and Kona.
Top 20 things to do on Maui June 29-July 5: July 4th Fireworks, Makawao Stampede Rodeo, Maui Film Festival
June 28, 2023 · 2:00 PM UTC
Fourth of July fireworks and music, the Maui Film Festival, the Makawao Stampede rodeo and a number of Hawaiian concerts, including one by rising talent Wehilei, are among the top events happening on Maui. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Maui July Fourth aerial fireworks display in Lahaina; MFD issues fireworks reminders
June 27, 2023 · 4:56 AM UTC
A single public aerial fireworks display is scheduled on July Fourth, at 8 p.m. from a barge positioned offshore of Front St. in Lahaina. The sale of July Fourth fireworks begins on June 29, 2023 and ends on July 4, 2023 at 8 p.m., the County of Maui’s, Department of Fire and Public Safety announced.
Photos: 2023 Makawao Rodeo Parade winners, outstanding entries
June 26, 2023 · 3:21 PM UTC
The Makawao Rodeo Parade returned in full flair on Saturday after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Spectators were greeted in true paniolo style with mounted and walking units, and popular stick horse races for keiki. The 2023 Parade Grand Marshal, Donna Otsuka directed the keiki pāʻū unit, and Duane Hamamura was the event’s Special Honoree this year.
Former mayor, kalo farmers selected for new board to steward water in East Maui
June 26, 2023 · 1:55 AM UTC
East Maui Council member Sinenci said the passage of this charter amendment returns the stewardship of the East Maui watersheds toward local residents of East Maui, “residents who have often sacrificed their lives maintaining this system, and who had to idly watch as their life suffered from a lack of water.”