Maui Business
Westin KOR Spa Launches New Bamboo Massage on Quartz Sand Tables
The bamboo massage treatment called the Journey to Hāna Ritual, is performed on Hawai‘i’s first and only quartz sand tables.
Decision on Thirty Meter Telescope Site Deferred
A TMT Board deferred a decision on whether to continue building the Thirty Meter Telescope in Hawaiʻi, or to consider the alternative in the Canary Islands.
Maui Gas Prices Remain Stable, Higher than State Average
For the second straight week, Hawaiʻi gas prices moved upward in most areas
Nomination Deadline Extended for 2018 Gintong Pamana Awards
The Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce is extending the deadline to submit nominations for the 2018 Gintong Pamana Leadership Awards to April 21, 2018.
Thousands Sign Petition Against Pā‘ia Inn Permit Request
A contested case involving a special permit for the Pāʻia Inn along Maui’s north shore, has been remanded back to the Maui Planning Commission for review.
Oral Arguments Set on 1993 Water Use Permit for Moloka‘i Ranch Subsidiary
At issue is a 2017 dismissal by the CWRM of the remanded application by Molokaʻi Ranch to use water from a well to redevelop an abandoned golf course and resort
Maui SBA Awards and Economic Update Luncheon, April 26
The annual Maui SBA Awards and Economic Update Luncheon will be held on Thursday, April 26, at the King Kamehameha Golf Club in Waikapū.
Kula Bistro Owners Among Hawaiʻi’s 2018 Top Small Business Winners
The Hawaiʻi District Office announced the selection of the SBA Small Business Person of the Year for Hawaiʻi, including four county winners
Westin Nanea Celebrates 1st Birthday, April 16
The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas will celebrate its 1st Birthday and their accomplishments over the past year with a special party on April 16, 2018.
Maui Conference Uses Traditional Knowledge in Response to Climate Change
‘Aimalama: A Mauliauhonua Experience will take place August 9–11, 2018, at the University of Hawai‘i Maui College campus in Kahului.
House to Hold Briefing on Cryptocurrency
Testimony will include the purpose and effects of the current virtual currency legislation HB2257 HD2 SD1
AG Suzuki Defends Affordable Care Act
Texas alleges that the ACA is no longer constitutional due to the passage of the Republican tax break bill
Maui Ocean Users Sue Land Board Over 400 Foot Seawall
A lawsuit has been filed in Maui’s environmental court over a 400 foot Hololani Condominium seawall proposed for construction at Kahana Bay in West Maui.
New Hires and Promotions Announced at Hyatt Regency Maui
Hyatt Regency Maui announced several new hires and promotions last week including a new Director of Group Sales, Digital Marketing Manager, and two new wedding planners.
Slim’s Power Tools 25th Annual He-Man Competition
Slim’s Power Tools, the largest locally owned power tool distributor in Hawaiʻi, presents it’s 25th Annual He-Man Competition on Maui on Saturday, April 28.
Hawaiian Paddle Sports Joins 1% for the Planet
Maui’s Hawaiian Paddle Sports has joined 1% for the Planet, pledging to donate 1% of annual sales to support nonprofit organizations focused on the environment.
Report: Maui Population Continues to Increase as Honolulu’s Declines
As of July 1, 2017, the resident population for the County of Maui was 166,348, a 30% increase since April 2000
HTA: Proposed Funding Cuts Will ‘Severely Hamper’ Tourism Industry
Hawaii Tourism CEO: “Make no mistake, HTA will be forced to make significant cuts to its marketing programs that support Hawaiʻi’s number one industry, and…”
Local Tech Companies Contributed Over $1B to Hawaiʻi Economy
State gained $48.69 million in taxes in 2017
Free Kidney Early Detection Health Screenings at QKC
The National Kidney Foundation of Hawaiʻi will host a free kidney health screening on April 14, 2018, at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
