Maui Business
Planned Parenthood Announces Services for Transgender Patients
Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest and the Hawaiian Islands (PPGNHI) has announced expanded health services to include gender affirming hormone care for transgender patients across the organization’s 27 health centers.
MEO Honors Grads of Business Development Workshop
Maui Economic Opportunity recently held its Core Four Bankers Graduation Luncheon for fifteen graduating students from its Core Four Business Planning Course.
Governor Ige Intends to Veto 11 Measures
Gov. David Ige has notified legislative leaders and key lawmakers of his Intent to Veto list, which includes 11 measures. The Hawai‘i State Constitution requires the governor to notify the Legislature of the Intent to Veto list no later than the 35th day after adjournment, which is June 25.
Maui Sewer Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2018
Maui’s sewer user fee will increase by an average of 3%, effective July 1, 2018. Single family residential customers will see a maximum increase of $2.22 per month.
Hāna Metals and Electronics Recycling Event July 5-7
County of Maui Department of Environmental Management will conduct a Hāna Metals and Electronics Recycling Event for East Maui residents at the Hāna Landfill on Thursday, July 5 through Saturday, July 7, 2018, from 8 a.m. through 2:30 p.m. daily.
Spence Appointed Maui Housing Director; McLean to Fill Planning Director Spot
Mayor Alan Arakawa today announced the appointment of Planning Director Will Spence to serve as Director of the Department of Housing & Human Concerns, and Planning Deputy Director Michele McLean as Planning Director.
Bill Aims to Increase Access to Oral Health Care for Underserved
A report by the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health showed significant oral health disparities in Hawaiʻi’s residents relating to income, education, ethnicity, and geographic location.
Ohana Fuels Program Benefits Mental Health America of Hawai‘i
The Maui office of Mental Health America of Hawai‘i (MHA-Maui) has been selected as the upcoming beneficiary of the Ohana Fuels’ Fuel Up. Do Good program.
Hawaiian Airlines Increases Sapporo-Honolulu Winter Frequency
Company executives say the added frequency comes in response to high demand from Hokkaido travelers seeking a warm and relaxing Hawaiian vacation during the winter holiday.
Wailea, Maui is a Top Emerging Summer Travel Destination
The data revealed that bookings for Wailea on Maui are on the rise, growing 56% in a year. Wailea was ranked number 10 on a list that shows rising popularity of destinations throughout the US.
Big Island Chocolate Festival Supports UH Maui College
Proceeds totaling $27,000 from the 2018 Big Island Chocolate Festival (BICF) were awarded to five educational organizations, including $6000 to the University of Hawai‘i Maui College’s Culinary Arts Program.
Nearly $2 Million in Federal Funds Awarded for Desalination Project in Hawai‘i
The desalination project will be located at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai‘i Authority’s 870-acre Hawai‘i Ocean Science and Technology Park in Kailua-Kona on Hawai‘i Island.
Schatz Leads Amicus Brief To Stop Inclusion of “Untested Citizenship Question” In Census
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) led a bicameral group of over 120 current and former members of Congress on an amicus brief to stop the Trump Administration from including an untested citizenship question in the 2020 census.
Free Unlimited Wi Fi Now Available at HNL
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Airports Division announced the availability of free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), including new coverage throughout Terminals 1 and 2.
Alaska Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service Between Sacramento and Kona
The new service, which is scheduled to begin Dec. 20, 2018, will be the only nonstop flight offered between Sacramento and Kona with a flight frequency of three times a week. Alaska currently offers nonstop service from Sacramento to Maui.
Hawaiian Airlines Offering Travel Waivers Due to Osaka, Japan Earthquake
Hawaiian Airlines is waiving reservation change fees for guests holding tickets for travel to and from Osaka, Japan (KIX/ITM) through June 19 due to the a large earthquake reported in the region on Monday morning.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Launches QKC Cares Event
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center (QKC) invites all Maui County non-profit organizations, State of Hawai’i and County of Maui agencies to participate in its inaugural QKC Cares Kickoff event on Sat., July 14, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Appoints New Director of Group Sales
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua announced the appointment of Will Peniche as Director of Group Sales. Internally promoted from his previous position as Director of Banquets, Peniche has a proven track record of instrumental sales-focused successes and leadership capabilities.
Online Food Preserving Class at UH Maui College
For the first time, the Maui Food Innovation Center at the University of Hawai’i Maui College is offering an online-integrated distance learning class for food preservation enthusiasts from July 2 to 28, 2018.
Thrive & Survive: 6-Week Cancer Survivorship Workshop
The Thrive & Survive workshop will be held on June 28, 2018 at the J. Walter Cameron Center and is offered free of charge to Maui’s cancer community.
