Maui Business
Inouye Recognized as ʻOutstanding Builder of the Yearʻ
Lance Inouye, president and CEO of Ralph S. Inouye Company Limited, Inc., was selected from among 300 signatory contractors of the Hawaiʻi Regional Council of Carpenters.
Visitor Spending, Arrivals on Maui up in 2019, Report Finds
Visitors on Maui spent a total of $5.12 billion in 2019, a 3 percent rise from the year before, the Hawai’i Tourism Authority reported today.
Report: ‘Failure to Enact Policies’ Responsible For Youth Vaping Epidemic
A report from the American Lung Association is calling for tobacco control policies to combat the countyʻs youth vaping epidemic.
Hooser: $13 in 2024 is Not Enough, Hawai‘i Deserves a Living Wage
A bill that seeks to incrementally raise the minimum wage in Hawaiʻi from the current $10.10 to $13 in 2024 will be heard in committee this week, but at least one former lawmaker is rallying for “$15 or fight.”
Four Seasons Maui Wine & Food Classic Set for Memorial Day Weekend
The second annual Four Seasons Maui Wine & Food Classic is set for Memorial Day weekend 2020.
HMSA Kaimana Awards Calls For Applications
Students must submit scholarship applications by Feb. 7, 2020
Westin Resort Looks to Lessen Carbon Footprint
The resort has implemented several programs aimed at promoting sustainability among its associates and guests. These programs were recognized with the Excellence in Sustainability award at the ʻAipono Awards.
Walmart Offers Employees Gym Memberships
The program allows Walmart employees access to Trivity’s network of more than 9,000 fitness centers nationwide.
Kaiser Permanente Maui Lani Welcomes New Physicians
Three physicians have joined Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi facilities on Maui and Oʻahu.
Maui United Way Opens Grant Application to Nonprofits on Jan. 28
Maui United Way opens its new online Community Impact Grant Application on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at 9 a.m. Eligible health and human service non-profit agencies are invited to apply for the upcoming funding cycle starting on July 1, 2020.
Hawai‘i Joins Federal Lawsuit Over Release of 3D-Printed Guns
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare E. Connors today announced a federal lawsuit challenging an effort to allow 3D-printed gun files to be released on the internet.
DOH Warns Sellers of Flavored E-Cigs About FDA Enforcement
Companies have until the end of this month to comply. The Hawai‘i Department of Health is forewarning companies that make, distribute or sell flavored cartridge- or pod-based e-cigarettes to stop or risk enforcement action against them from the FDA.
Kāʻanapali Beach Hotel Rolls Out $65M Renovation
The first phase of the “Kealaula” renaissance project is expected to be unveiled this spring.
American Savings Bank Donates Over $1M to Local Nonprofits
ASB staff also contributed a total of 15,025 community service hours with more than 245 organizations.
Maui’s ESPN 900 AM Expands to Simulcast on 102.5 FM
ESPN 900 AM is now simulcasting on 102.5 FM, providing greater reach and coverage of sports for radio listeners.
Watumull Properties Acquires Kahului Facility
Hawaiʻi-based company Watumull Properties Corp. completed its second recent Maui acquisition with the purchase of 150 Paʻahana Street, Kahului for $3,050,00.
Regulators Approve EV Charging Network Plan
The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has approved Hawaiian Electric’s plan to own and operate four potential EVohana sites on Maui.
UHMC Talk to Explore Medical Cannabis
Medical cannabis researcher Michael Backes will host a “Lunch & Learn” presentation: “Dosing & Methods of Administration” at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College.
Pacific Whale Foundation Welcomes New Leaders
Pacific Whale Foundation announced the addition of two new Members of the Board of Directors and its first-ever Programs Director to the team.
New Executive Director of IT at Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i and Maui Health Systems
Greg Carlson is the new executive director of information technology service and delivery at Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi and Maui Health System.
