Maui Business
FY 2021 Maui Community Budget Meeting Schedule
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino and his administration will host a series of community meetings in September and October to receive comments and suggestions from the public regarding the proposed budget for the Fiscal Year 2020-2021.
Hawai‘i Attorney General Joins Bipartisan Coalition Investigating Google
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Clare E. Connors today joined 49 attorneys general in a multistate, bipartisan investigation of tech giant Google’s business practices in accordance with state and federal antitrust laws.
Report: Hula Helps Reduce Hypertension
It was the largest health treatment study involving Native Hawaiians ever presented at an American Heart Association national meeting.
Cleanup to Kick Off ‘Get the Drift and Bag It!’ Campaign
The event marks the beginning of the month-long “Get the Drift and Bag It!” initiative, which aims to promote ocean conservation.
Maui Electric to Lower Electric Vehicle Charging Rates
The lower rates are an incentivize for drivers to charge during daylight hours, when solar energy is abundant.
Hyatt Kicks Off 6th Annual Paddle for a Cure
The Hyatt will be hosting a series of fundraisers until the end of October.
Planning Department to be Short-Staffed During Statewide Conference
The County of Maui Planning Department will be hosting the annual Hawaiʻi Congress of Planning Officials from Sept. 11 to 13.
A&B Gifts $1.2M to Organizations Statewide
In a press release, Alexander & Baldwin announced that its grant program is “touching the lives of thousands of local residents.”
Golf Tournament to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity will host its 17th annual Golf Tournament on Oct. 5 at the Maui Nui Golf Course in Kīhei.
Maui County Senior Fair Seeking Vendors
More than 1,500 residents are expected to attend the annual health and wellness fair.
Shelter in Need of Fosters as Space is ‘Critically Low’
The Maui Humane Society promises to provide all the information and materials necessary for anyone interested in becoming a foster caregiver.
TMT Secondary Location in Canary Islands Also Has Issues and Opponents
That secondary location is the island of La Palma, one of the Canary Islands off the coast of Spain. However, according to a recent article in “Science Magazine,” La Plama is also looking like “another bed of nails” for the project.
BBB Warns of Donation Scams Amid Hurricane Relief Efforts
During these times of devastation, scammers often look to profit off of the generosity of others, the BBB warns.
Nainoa Thompson Comes to Maui
Tickets are now available for a special presentation featuring Nainoa Thompson at the historic ʻĪao Theatre.
MEO to Host Free Medicare 101 Workshops
The first workshop will be held on Oct. 9, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and the other will be held on Oct. 12 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Applications Now Being Accepted for Science Education Grants
Established in 2005, the Bayer Hawaiʻi Science Education Fund aims to help provide Hawaiʻiʻs public schools with the tools and supplies necessary to enhance their science programs.
Grimes Promoted to VP and GM of Maui Radio Operations at Pacific Media Group
Pacific Media Group announced the promotion of Sherri Hamamura Grimes as Vice President and General Manager of its Maui Radio Operations.
Former Sportscaster and Lahainaluna Graduate Accepts Plea Bargain in Federal Conspiracy Case
Russell Yamanoha, a former television sportscaster, current Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation spokesman and Lahainaluna High School graduate, pleaded guilty to one charge of conspiracy today as part of a plea agreement with the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
Surfrider’s Ocean Guardian Maui Awardees Announced
The Surfrider Foundation’s Maui Chapter will honor leaders in environmental protection at the 4th Annual Ocean Guardian Awards Gala on Oct. 12, 2019 at Andaz Maui.
Maui Nonprofit Directors Association Seeks Award Nominations
The Maui Nonprofit Directors Association is seeking nominations for three awards, which will be issued at the organization’s annual meeting next month.
