Maui Business
Rep. Gabbard Urges USDA to Make GMO-Labeling Accessible
The US Department of Agriculture is finalizing rules on GMO-labeling requirements over the next year. Today, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) and fellow lawmakers called on Secretary Purdue to ensure labeling standards are consumer-friendly, fair, and transparent. In July 2016, Congress passed GMO labeling standards into law that most called “weak” and “created a confusing web […]
New Vendors Welcomed to Market at The Shops
Market at The Shops supports local business owners so attendees can find, connect and learn about farm-fresh and sustainably grown produce, specialty food and goods
Wailuku Gas Holds Steady at $3.48
The average price for regular gas in Wailuku is $3.48, which is the same price as last Thursday, the same price on this date a month ago, and 20 cents higher…
Entries Being Accepted for 95th Maui Fair Livestock & Poultry Exhibit
Entries for the Livestock and Poultry Exhibits for the 95th annual Maui Fair are now being accepted.
Community Input Sought on Proposed Pulehunui Light Industrial Business Park
The Department of Land and Natural Resources is seeking community input on a proposed light industrial and commercial business park at Pulehunui in central Maui
A&B Reports Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. today announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2017.
Haku Baldwin Center to Benefit from Ohana Fuels Program
During the months of July through September 2017, a portion of the sales at all Maui Ohana fuels locations will be donated to Haku Baldwin Center.
Hawai‘i to Receive $1.2M to Cover Impacts of Migrants from FAS
Hawai‘i will receive over $1.2M as partial compensation for the financial burden sustained as a result of migrants from the freely associated states
Successful Kupuna Aloha Luncheon at Grand Wailea
Over five hundred kupuna, guests and dignitaries attended the 45th annual Kupuna Aloha Luncheon
Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference to Visit Maui
The 27th Annual Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference starts in Hilo, then travels for mini-conferences in Kona, Maui, Molokaʻi, Oʻahu and Kauaʻi.
Bill Would Cut Costs for Hawai‘i Seniors in Medicare Part D
A new bill would allow for Medicare to negotiate the best possible price of prescription drugs, and potentially cut costs for nearly 70,000 Hawaiʻi seniors.
Habitat Celebrates 20 Years on Maui
A 20th anniversary party marking Habitat for Humanity Maui’s milestone is planned on Sept. 30, 2017 from 5 to 10 p.m. at the Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort.
Maui Health System Names New CEO & Hospital Administrator
Michael Rembis was named CEO at Maui Health System, replacing Ray Hahn, who was promoted to senior VP and COO for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan in Hawaiʻi.
DOH Certifies Steep Hill Hawai‘i to Begin Cannabis Testing
The state Department of Health has certified the first cannabis testing facility in Hawaiʻi, paving the way for dispensaries to now begin testing their prod…
UHMC to Receive Nearly $300K to Develop Cybersecurity Workforce Program
UHMC will receive nearly $300K to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity education and workforce development program
Maui Deputy Prosecutor Appointed to National District Attorneys Association
Maui County Deputy Prosecutor Richard Minatoya was recently appointed as Associate Director for the National DA’s Associations Board of Directors.
State Environmental Council Updating EIS Rules
The State Environmental Council has released a preliminary draft of revisions to the state environmental impact statement administrative rules.
Hawai‘i Macadamia Nuts Declared ‘Heart Healthy’ by FDA
Certain Hawai‘i macadamia nut products are now eligible to display an FDA health endorsement on their labels.
Vendors Sought for Biweekly Maui County Wellness Market
The Maui County Wellness Market will continue on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month starting Aug. 3, from 12-2 p.m., fronting the County building.
Boy Scouts of America Announces Lion Program for Kindergartners
Boy Scouts of America announced a new Scouting program called “Lion” for Kindergarten-aged boys will be available as a national pilot for select councils including Maui County.
