Maui Business
High Court Hears Argument on Parental Rights of Same-Sex Couples
The State presented oral arguments saying that same-sex spouses must be treated as the presumed parents of children born during their marriage
Travaasa Hāna Welcomes New Sales and Events Manager
Travaasa Hāna has announced Erika Burnham as the resort’s new sales and events manager.
New Deputy Finance Director Announced
Maui County Finance Director Mark Walker announced he has appointed Budget Analyst Marci Sato as the new Deputy Finance Director
9 Graduate from MEO Business Development Program
At the graduation, the soon-to-be entrepreneurs received one-on-one guidance from local commercial bankers
Holiday Party Aims to Stop Hunger for Families in Need
For every person who attends the party, one meal will be donated to a family in need
Leasehold Partner Announced for State’s Affordable Rental Housing Portfolio
The portfolio consists of six affordable rental housing properties that include 1,221 residential units and approximately 86,000 square feet of commercial space
Grand Wailea Unveils New Slide, Holiday Specials
The three-story, 14-second slide features a 360-degree exterior loop, translucent and LED colored bands along the towering tube
UHMC Awarded $10K on Behalf of Kapalua Wine & Food Festival
The $10K donation sets a record on behalf of the event to the Culinary Program, which has been its beneficiary for many years.
Alaska Airlines Launches New Service from San Francisco to Kona
Alaska Airlines began nonstop service between San Francisco International Airport and Kailua-Kona International Airport on Wednesday.
FCC Votes 3-2 to Repeal Net Neutrality
The Federal Communications Commission today cast a 3-2 vote along party lines to repeal net neutrality protections implemented during the Obama administration.
Walt Disney Company to Acquire 21st Century Fox for $52.4 B
Walt Disney Company and Twenty-First Century Fox, Inc. have entered into a definitive agreement for Disney to acquire 21st Century Fox for approximately $52.4 B
CANCELLED: Fish Stories: An Aquaculture Talk at UH Maui College
Dr. Karen Veverica will host a talk on aquaculture to discuss the challenges of raising fin fish in warm, fresh water environments such as Maui.
Hawai‘i Holds 3 Spots in List of Largest Hotel Deals of 2017
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali was listed at number 5 with Marriott International Inc. selling the property for $317 million in March.
State Launches Landmark Kupuna Caregivers Program
Working caregivers who pay for services to support their kupuna may now be eligible for financial help of up to $70 per day
Wisch Named Executive Director of ACLU Hawai‘i
The ACLU of Hawai‘i announced today that Joshua Wisch will take over the helm next month from long-time Executive Director, Vanessa Chong, who is retiring.
$2K Grant Helps Support Maui Prep iPueo Robotics Program
The grant will support Maui Prep’s iPueo Robotics program by providing the training and equipment needed to sustain a multilevel robotics program.
Hawai’i Mayors Pledge: 100% Renewable Ground Transportation by 2045
Mayor Arakawa: “It is vitally important that we chart a new course that steers us away from fossil fuel use and carbon emissions in our ground transportation.”
HHSC Files Complaint Amid Unresolved Lease Negotiations with Pacific Cancer Institute on Maui
Hawaiʻi Health System Corporation filed a legal complaint on Tuesday in an ongoing effort to get a lease negotiated with the Pacific Cancer Institute on Maui.
County Boards and Commissions Applications Being Accepted
Responsibilities include hearing public testimony, reviewing policies and making recommendations.
GOTTLING Home Store to Host Benefit Christmas Party
Attendees will be treated to hors d’oeuvres, wine, and cookies as well as festive entertainment including elves reading books to children
