Maui Business
Filipino Chamber of Commerce to Honor Five Maui Leaders
The Gintong Pamana (Golden Heritage) Leadership Award will be presented to five outstanding individuals on Wednesday, June 14, at the Maui Beach Hotel.
New Mural Depicts Pu‘u Keka‘a at Sheraton Maui
Renowned artist Kai‘ili Kaulukukui is painting a special mural for Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa portraying the beauty of the underwater world at Pu‘u Keka‘a.
Free Educational Lecture on Lymphedma and Treatment
Two doctors will speak about Lymphedema (fluid retention and swelling) and Complete Decongestive Therapy (or CDT).
Maui’s 1st Ever Hawai‘i Small Business Conference Attracts 200
The first-ever Hawaiʻi Small Business Conference held this week attracted an estimated 200 participants. The event was presented by the County of Maui and…
8th Annual Hawai‘i STEM Conference Empowers New Generation
More than 1,000 students, educators, industry partners and community leaders gathered for the 8th Annual Hawaii STEM Conference.
Maui District 13 Set to Receive $63M in Funds and Aid
The funding will go towards school repairs, protecting natural resources on Kaho’olawe, airport improvements, and roadway upkeep and rockfall mitigation along Hāna Highway
Sen. Schatz Helps Introduce Bill to Expand Telehealth Services
The bill would expand telehealth services in Medicare, improve care outcomes, make it easier for patients to connect with their health care providers, and help cut costs
MNHCoC Open-Mic Talk-Story Social, May 16
The featured guest is Molonai Hola, President and CEO of Pure Energy Capital, he created the financial model to own, build and run the Lāʻie Courtyard Marriott on Oʻahu.
Countdown Begings to Startup Weekend Maui, May 19-21
Startup Weekend Maui empowers entrepreneurs by providing an opportunity to learn how to start a business from the ground up in just 54 hours.
4th Annual Made in Maui County Festival Vendor Applications Due May 31
Businesses interested in participating as a vendor in the 4th Annual Made in Maui County Festival are reminded that the deadline for applications is May 31.
HLTA Opposes Bill to Raise Transient Accommodation Tax to Fund Honolulu Rail
With the proposed tax increase, Hawai‘i would surpass New York City (16.5%), Los Angeles (15.8%), and Miami Beach (14%), on the list of highest lodging tax rates in the nation.
Committee Advances $704.8M Budget Amidst Fiscal Challenges
Other budget highlights include revitalization of Wailuku Town, new county service center at the Maui Business Park Phase II, road resurfacing and coqui frog eradication.
Maui Makers to Host Kiawe Pod Flour Workshop
Attendees will learn how Kiawe tree pods can be harvested and ground into flour that can result in long lasting health benefits.
Car Searches: Talking Law with David Sereno
How do you respond if a law enforcement officer wants to search your car? Attorney David Sereno says there’s a simple answer in our “Talking Law” series.
Lahaina’s Volunteer Tutoring Project Celebrates 16 Years
In celebration of it’s Sweet 16, owners of the ʻĀina Nalu Resort in Lahaina will host a fundraiser for the Lahaina Complex Tutor Project on Saturday, May 27.
Budget Deal Includes Hirono Proposal to Reinstate Year-Round Pell Grants
Sen. Hirono’s Year-Round Pell Grant Restoration Act would allow low- and moderate-income students to use Pell Grants for three semesters each academic year, rather than the current law’s limit of two semesters.
Saka Joins J. Walter Cameron Center Board of Directors
The J. Walter Cameron Center welcomes Patrick Saka, past Publisher/General Manager of The Maui News, to its Board of Directors.
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils New Logo
Travelers will also notice the new logo on web and digital assets, airport lobby signage and kiosks, and at boarding gates.
BREAKING: Maui Brewing Company Wins National Small Business Person for 2017
Husband-and-wife partners Garrett and Melanie Marrero of Maui Brewing Company were honored today as this year’s national Small Business Persons of the Year.
Additional Open Application Begins Today for Preschool Open Doors
The Department of Human Services has opened an additional application period for its Preschool Open Doors program starting today, May 1 and ending May 31, 2017.
