Maui Business
Maui Polystyrene Ban Signed into Law
Maui Mayor Arakawa signed a bill into law relating to restricting the use and sale of polystyrene foam containers. It’s set to go into effect on Dec. 31, 2018.
Four Seasons Maui Celebrates Global Wellness Day, June 10
Four Seasons Resort Maui will offer fitness, spa, and nutrition initiatives on Global Wellness Day, June 10, with a reminder of the importance of living well.
Maui Grown Therapies to Resume Open Houses in June
The first open house will be a “Pau Hana” event on Thursday, June 8, from 4 to 7 p.m. Attendees must be 21 or older.
HDOH Receives $3M Grant for Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment
The grant is designed to bring together stakeholders, enhance and expand treatment services and apply financial mechanisms that improve the efficiency of substance use disorder treatment efforts.
Hawaiian Airlines Celebrates 5 Years in New York
Hawaiian Airlines celebrated the carrier’s fifth anniversary of non-stop service between John F. Kennedy International Airport and Honolulu with hula, lei and..
Bank of Hawai‘i Opens 1st Neighbor Island “Branch of Tomorrow” in Kīhei
Bank of Hawaiʻi celebrated its new Kīhei Branch with a grand opening event on Saturday. This is the bank’s first “Branch of Tomorrow” on a neighbor island.
Liquor Licensee Renewal Deadline Coming Up on June 15
All liquor license holders within the County of Maui, that the deadline to renew liquor licenses is coming up on June 15, at 4:30 p.m., for fiscal year 2018.
QKC Wins International Award
QKC was nominated in the Traditional Marketing/Cause-Event Marketing category for their 2016 “Let it Snow!” holiday program.
Mayor Arakawa Signs 2018 Budget
Maui County Mayor Alan M. Arakawa today signed into law the operating and capital improvement budgets for fiscal year 2018, which begins July 1.
Kaiser Permanente Awards Cash Prizes to 3 Maui Schools
“Fire Up Your Feet” is part of Kaiser Permanente’s Thriving Schools initiative to help students increase their physical activity and stay motivated in a fun and friendly environment.
Trump Withdraws from Paris Climate Change Agreement
President Trump’s decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Change Agreement has prompted reaction from Hawaii leaders who are “appalled and disappointed.”
Moloka‘i Student Earns “Go Green” Scholarship From Rotary
The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset awarded its second annual Go Green academic scholarship to Lily Jenkins on May 30 during its weekly club meeting.
JAL to Launch Daily Non-Stop Route to Kona
The state has announced details of new daily non-stop service from Tokyo’s Narita International Airport to Kona aboard Japan Airlines.
Hawai‘i Gets $2.5M Payment from Volkswagen
The State of Hawaiʻi has received a $2.5 million direct payment from Volkswagen as part of a multistate settlement.
Gabbard: US Tests Underscore Need to Strengthen Missile Defense
Gabbard: the successful US tests are a positive development, but further reinforce the need to strengthen missile defense.
Schatz Calls on FBI to Investigate Reported Cyberattacks on FCC
Sen. Schatz said these cyberattacks may have prevented the public from accessing and commenting on the FCC’s net neutrality proceeding.
Council Unanimously Approves $705.2 Million Budget
The Maui County Council unanimously approved, by a vote of 8-0, a $705.2 million budget for fiscal year 2018.
Honolulu Airport Renamed Daniel K Inouye International Airport
A dedication and blessing ceremony was held today for the official renaming of the Honolulu International Airport to the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
Two New Care Providers Join Kaiser on Maui
Donohue and Lee are among a total of eight new physicians that have joined Kaiser Permanente facilities on Oʻahu and Maui.
Cultural Activities and Signature Events in June at The Shops
The Shops will be offering six different Hawaiian culture activities, three signature events and introducing the Market at The Shops, a new shopping experience.
