Maui Business
PUC Patrolling Hāna to Regulate Illegal Tour Operators
The Hāna Highway Regulation organization reported multiple individuals and/or “companies” charging for chauffeured Road to Hāna tours, with no PUC certificate.
Haleakalā NP Reports “Peaceful” Sunrise With New Reservation System
On February 1, rangers say only 35 arriving cars did not have reservations. On February 2, 33 cars did not have reservations.
Maui’s Montage Kapalua Bay Among Best Hotels in Hawaiʻi and US
The Montage Kapalua Bay on Maui was ranked in the top two Best Hotels in Hawaiʻi and among the top four best hotels in the US in the 2017 ranking released by U.S. News and World Report.
Maui Orchid Society Valentine’s Day Show and Sale
The Maui Orchid Society hosts a Valentine’s Day Show and Sale, conveniently scheduled Feb. 9-11, 2017 at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
ACLU Hawaiʻi Voices Opposition to Trump’s Immigration Order
A coalition of Hawaiʻi-based groups joined together on the steps of the Federal Building, voicing opposition to President Trump’s exec orders on immigration.
Maui Dispensary Among 1st in State Approved to Acquire, Grow Marijuana
Maui Grown Therapies is among the first two medical marijuana dispensaries in the state to receive approvals to acquire and grow marijuana for medical products in Hawaiʻi.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Industry Sets New Records
Here on Maui, visitor arrivals were up 3.9% in 2016 to more than 2.6 million visitors; and visitor spending increased 8.4% to $4.5 billion.
Sen. Baker to Discuss Maui Hospital Transition at Talk Story Session
Senator Rosalyn Baker, invites the public to attend a Talk Story on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017, from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Kīhei Charter School campus.
$239K Available for 2018 Maui Recycling Grants
Estimated funds available are $239,500, subject to County Council appropriations; deadline to submit initial summary applications is Friday, Feb. 10, 2017.
AARP Hawaiʻi Launches Campaign to Protect Medicare
AARP says the proposal would put 218,975 Hawaiʻi seniors’ benefits at risk and threaten the guarantee of benefits for 268,118 workers in Hawaiʻi, ages 50-64…
Maui Entrepreneurs Recognize Active Community Network
Maui Business Brainstormers hosted a dinner event on Jan. 21 in celebration of its five-year anniversary as an organization serving the Maui business community.
Dems Join Refugees to Demand a Reverse of Exec Orders on Immigration
Congressional democrats will join refugees, immigrants and community members this afternoon in front of the US Supreme Court in a stand against executive orders issued by President Donald Trump on refugees and immigrants.
Discussion on Cost of Repealing Obamacare for Maui, Jan. 29
The progressive group Organizing for Action will discuss the cost of repealing Obamacare for Maui’s citizens during a gathering this Sunday, at 3 p.m. at…
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, Lodge at Kōele to Open in 2018
The Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi, Lodge at Kōele is expected to open in mid- to late-2018 after a series of renovations that began in 2015.
Keynotes Announced for 2017 Maui Energy Conference
Keynote speaker, Guillermo “Gil” Penalosa will discuss the philosophy that if you created a great city for an 8 year old and an 80 year old, you will create a successful city for all people.
MEDB Fund Power Robotics, STEM Careers in Maui County
For over 15 years, MEDB with the support of stakeholders has been empowering students in Maui County through its STEM education programs…
Community Discussion: Reaching 100% Renewable Energy for Maui County
Maui Electric Company and Maui Tomorrow will host a community discussion, “Reaching 100% Renewable Energy for Maui County,” on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2017 at UHMC.
Lahaina Based Doctor Releases New Book “Baby Blues”
Dr. Nancy Lins, ND, a Naturopathic Physician and owner of Ali’i Wellness located in Lahaina, addresses natural options available to new mothers who want to achieve ideal postpartum health in her new book, “Baby Blues.”
Maui Electric Offers Customers $10K Rebate on New Nissan LEAF
Customers of Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawaiʻi Electric Light Companies who buy a new 2016 or 2017 LEAF S, SV, or SL can receive the rebate at purchase. Combining the special rebate and $7,500 in federal tax incentives, utility customers could save up to $17,500.
Rep. Gabbard Returns From Syria, Renews Call to End War
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard returned from a week-long visit to Syria. She said she came back with greater resolve to end the war to overthrow the Syrian gov…





