Maui Business
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.
Startup Veterans Offer High-Tech Workshops in June
The state’s High Technology Development Corporation is partnering with A-list entrepreneurs for a series of workshops at the Maui Research & Technology Center.
Maui to Get $1M in Federal Funds for Head Start
Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. will receive an HHS grant of $1,047,514 to help fund 13 Head Start centers on Maui and Moloka‘i.
GIS Summer Institute at UH Maui
The University of Hawai‘i Maui College will offer Geographic Information Systems Summer Institute classes.
Yoga Classes to Benefit Maui Humane Society
Participate in either a sunrise or sunset yoga class and 100% of the proceeds will go to the Maui Humane Society.
Construction on Mākena Resort Creates Demand for 270 Jobs
Chad Goodfellow: “The Mākena project staff & workforce is 100% comprised of Maui County residents… we plan to continue hiring locally as the project ramps up”
Preschool Open Doors Program Application Deadline, May 31
The program provides child care subsidies to eligible low- and moderate-income families to pay preschool tuition.
