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Severe drought now impacting southern and western coastal areas of Maui
Severe drought conditions are now impacting the southern and western coastal areas of Maui. According to the US Drought Monitor weekly reporting, this is the first time the severe drought designation has been noted in Hawaiʻi this summer.
South Maui’s Kūlanihākoʻi High School to officially open in August with a temporary certificate of occupancy
Kūlanihākoʻi High School in Kīhei will officially open next month. The $245 million state-of-the art campus will open in August with a temporary certificate of occupancy.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua debuts new lūʻau show, Tales of the Kapa Moe
The Ritz-Carlton Maui unveils its latest offering, Tales of the Kapa Moe, a brand-new lūʻau and dinner show, debuting on July 18.
Hawaiʻi Land Trust awarded $803,700 grant for Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge
The Hawai‘i Land Trust has been awarded an $803,700 grant from NOAA for the federal Climate-Ready Coasts initiative. The funds will be used at the 277-acre Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge on Maui. It will also fund restoration of taro fields and the fishpond at Kapoho, which is located within the refuge.
Top 20 things to do on Maui July 13-19: Coffee festival, Claire Wright + Tavana, Humble Soul, musical comedy ‘Something Rotten’
The “Seed To Cup Coffee Festival,” lots of music and the music comedy “Something Rotten” are among the top events happening on Maui this upcoming week. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Maui Youth Shelter, Hale Pono, nears opening
A new youth shelter on Maui celebrates its grand opening on July 15. The Hale Pono facility in Wailuku is the first short-term facility of its kind on the island in more than 15 years, according to organization leaders.
Maui’s Hotel Wailea earns top ranking for second year in a row on Travel + Leisure list
Hotel Wailea, an adults-only property in South Maui is ranked No. 1 on the list of Top Resort Hotels in Hawaiʻi for the second consecutive year. The recent rankings were compiled by Travel + Leisure as part of its annual World’s Best Awards 2023 list of top hotels in Hawaiʻi.
Call for entries for the 2023 Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest
The 21st annual Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest is seeking contestants. The contest will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 at 6 p.m. Applicants may apply online by Sept. 8, 2023.
Consolidated Theatres Kaʻahumanu 6 shutters operations after nearly 30 years
After nearly 30 years, Consolidated Theatres at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Maui is officially closed as of today.
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi named Best Luxury Hotel in US by Luxury Travel Advisor
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi has been named the Best Luxury Hotel in the US by Luxury Travel Advisor, in their 2023 Awards of Excellence.
Update/Located: Lahaina woman last seen July 4, 2023
UPDATE/LOCATED: As of Friday, July 7, 2023, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Nickelson was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
New county program helps Maui residents tow, scrap vehicles at no cost
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
