Maui Business
Hawaiian Airlines Increasing Flights in Preparation for Pre-Travel Testing Program
Hawaiian will resume nonstop service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas starting tomorrow, and between HNL and Oakland, Phoenix and San Jose international airports on Nov. 1.
Mayor Victorino To Host Community Budget Meetings for FY 2022 in October
Mayor Michael Victorino and his administration will host a series of six community meetings in October to receive comments and suggestions from the public regarding the proposed Maui County budget for the Fiscal Year 2021-2022.
HTA: Maui Had 2,341 Visitors in August Versus 273,638 a Year Ago
In August, total visitor days fell 96.8 percent in Maui County from a year ago. There were 2,341 visitors to Maui in August versus 273,638 visitors a year ago, according to a new report released by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.
Imagination Reality Announces Princess Tutoring Program
Imagination Reality announced on Monday a virtual tutoring program that features tutors dressed in princess-themed costumes beginning October 5, 2020. The “Imagination Starz Program” covers all foundational and early education fundaments for preschool and kindergarten.
Maui Cancer Wellness Retreats to Hold Cancer Support Workshop, Oct. 3
Maui’s Cancer patients are invited to attend a cancer support workshop from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 3, 2020 at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church in Kīhei.
Lahaina Restaurant Fleetwood’s on Front St. Hopes to Reopen Oct. 15
Lahaina restaurant Fleetwood’s on Front St., which has been closed since March due to COVID-19, plans to reopen as soon as Hawaiʻi’s pre-travel testing option goes into effect, possibly as early as Oct. 15.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Files Brief Supporting States’ Authority to Regulate Price Gouging
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare E. Connors joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 states and Washington, DC in filing an amicus brief in the US Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit. The brief supports states’ authority to enforce price gouging regulations to protect consumers during emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hyattʻs Hāna-Maui Resort Names Jon Benson as General Manager
Jon Benson was named general manager of Hāna-Maui Resort, a hotel which recently joined the Hyatt portfolio and anticipates an Oct. 15, 2020 reopening after suspending operations due to COVID-19.
Hui No Ke Ola Pono to Benefit from ‘Ohana Fuels “Fuel Up. Do Good.” Program
During the months of October through December 2020 a portion of all gasoline sales at Maui ʻOhana Fuels locations will be donated to Hui No Ke Ola Pono.
HTA: Maui Hotel Revenue Down 94%, Daily Rate $207 (Down 47%) in August 2020
Maui County hotels reported revenue per available room of $18 (-94.2%), with declines in both average daily rate to $207 (-47.2%) and occupancy of 8.6 percent (down 69.4 percentage points).
“Friends of Go Maui” to be Chaired by Mercer “Chubby” Vicens and Wendy Rice Peterson
Go Maui, Inc. is focusing its efforts on housing, jobs, water, agriculture, economic opportunity and infrastructure to sustain a strong economy, better paying jobs, a vibrant housing market, better education for children, energy conservation and environmental stewardship.
OHA Releases List of Local Shops to Encourage Economic Support
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs has compiled a list of Native Hawaiian-owned businesses operating during COVID in the hopes of generating support for the local economy.
Top 5 Ways to Prevent Mold Growth in Your Home
Information in this article and video is provided in part by Premier Restoration Hawai’i. Molds are a common issue in homes that have the potential to cause structural damage and a variety of health problems to residents. Premier Restoration Hawai’i recommends eliminating the sources mold needs to survive in order to prevent further mold growth. […]
Maui Island Unemployment Rate at 21.5% in August
The Hawai‘i State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations announced on Thursday that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for August was 12.5 percent compared to the revised rate of 13.5 percent in July. Initial and weekly unemployment insurance claims also continue to decrease while establishments remain closed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Maui Businesses Continue to Close and Struggle as Pandemic Drags On
More than 15 Maui businesses, including eight restaurants, have closed their doors for good due to the lack of tourism and other economic woes caused by the coronavirus. Many more Maui businesses are teetering on the brink, as government assistance programs for small businesses dry up and the pandemic drags on. “We are literally hanging on by our fingertips,” said Josh Curi, owner of Da Babooze Bar in Wailuku.
Government Leaders Suggest Another Delay is Likely for State’s Pre-Travel Testing Program
Mayor Victorino said he supports an interisland pre-travel test, which leaders are looking at to gauge effectiveness ahead of launching a program for mainland arrivals.
State Announces CARES Act Unemployment Insurance Reimbursement Availability
The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations announced Monday the availability of funds to reimburse state and local government entities and certain non-profits for unemployment insurance benefits.
$1.8 M in Additional Grants to Respond to COVID-19 Impacts in Maui County
Maui County will receive an additional $1,874,312 in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG-CV) intended to provide critical assistance to vulnerable populations amid the coronavirus pandemic. The additional funding would be the third disbursement of CDBG funding from the federal CARES ACt.
$3 Billion in Unemployment Benefits Issued Since the Onset of COVID-19 in March
The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations updated its unemployment insurance claims information, including paying $3,081,193,375 and 3,155,245 weeks claimed since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic on March 1, 2020.
Maui Business to Pitch Product at Walmart’s Virtual Open Call
Pono Chocolate in Pāʻia and three other Hawai’i businesses received official invitations to be among nearly 850 selected businesses to pitch their US manufactured products as part of Walmart’s annual “Open Call 2020” event slated for Oct. 1.
