Maui Business
Three Maui Community Organizations Gifted with Electric Vehicles
Maui Electric Company and the Hawaiian Electric Industries Charitable Foundation presented Smart electric vehicles to the University of Hawai‘i Maui College, Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui, and Maui Hui Malama.
Maui Sugar: End of an Era – Mill Tour
Robert Luuwai, vice president of factory operations at HC&S give us an inside look at mill operations and a bit of history about the original 1890 building.
Rising Sun Partners with Ian Walsh to Offer Tesla Powerball Home Battery
Rising Sun is teaming up with the Walsh ʻOhana to offer movie-goers a unique opportunity to win a limited edition, Tesla Powerwall Home Battery.
Maui Kicks Off Global Entrepreneurship Week
Maui Business Brainstormers hosted entrepreneurs and small business owners from across Maui at a special dinner event on Tuesday, Nov. 15, called “Bravissimo Brave Entrepreneurs.”
Maui Unemployment Rate 3.3% in October
The Island of Maui in Maui County recorded a 3.1% unemployment rate in October 2016, down from the 3.2% rate recorded in September, and the 3.3% rate reported in October of last year.
See’s Candies Returns to Ka’ahumanu for Holidays
National retailer, See’s Candies Shop, opened on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016 for the holiday season at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in its former location.
Red Cross on Maui to Benefit from “Fuel Up. Do Good.” Campaign
During the months of October through December 2016 a portion of all sales at all Maui ʻOhana fuels locations will be donated to the Hawaiʻi Red Cross as part of the “Fuel up. Do Good.” program.
Hawaiian Airlines Ranked Most Punctual U.S. Airline for September
Hawaiian Airlines finished the month of September with 91.3% of its flights arriving on time, earning top ranks for punctuality.
Recess: Get the Scoops with Baisa and Victorino
Councilmembers Baisa and Victorino, who reach their term limit, will share leadership tips and stories about what it’s like in and out of the Council Chamber.
Maui Electric Hosts Go EV! Event, Nov. 19
Guests are welcome to test drive EVs on the market and meet with EV enthusiasts and community partners JumpSmart Maui, Jim Falk Motors, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Aloha Kia Maui.
Maui’s “Shop Small Saturday” Urges Buying Local for the Holidays
Falling between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the event is a national initiative that was established in 2010 to encourage shoppers to support small retailers during the holiday season.
Baisa’s Retirement Roast Raises $10K for Southside Boxing
Councilmember Gladys Coelho Baisa presented a donation of $10,530.88 to the Southside Boxing Club of Maui, established in 1996 by Nante Manangan.
Hawaiian Airlines Unveils New Kū Mākou Uniforms
The new designs are a collaboration among Affinity Apparel, renowned Hilo-based design firm Sig Zane Kaiao, and a committee of 40 front-line Hawaiian Airlines employees representing a variety of job functions.
Maui Sugar: End of an Era – Diversified Agriculture Trials Underway
As the last harvest at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company nears its end, we had the opportunity to document some of the work that goes into the operation, and discuss the company’s new venture into diversified agriculture.
Maui to Participate in Global Entrepreneurship Week
With events organized by MBB, Maui will join in the nation’s celebration of 2016 Global Entrepreneurship Week and 2016 National Entrepreneurs’ Day.
Island Air to Increase Checked Baggage Fee
Starting Nov. 15, Island Air customers who are not enrolled in the airline’s Island Miles program will pay an additional $10 in their checked baggage fees.
Maui’s Newest Resort Now Confirming Reservations
The new Westin Nanea Ocean Villas on North Kā’anapali Beach, opening next summer, will kick off bookings with exclusive Cyber Sale Friday, Nov. 18, to Dec. 4.
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center Military Intelligence Service Exhibit
The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center on Maui hosts a new exhibit, MIS: America’s Secret Weapon – Japanese Americans in the Military in WWII.
Fairmont Kea Lani Maui Names Director of Sales and Marketing
Hotel executives at the Fairmont Kea Lani announced the appointment of Shannah Milstead as Director of Sales and Marketing.
Maui General Election Results 2016 – FINAL PRINTOUT
Please Check back frequently for updated results, which are posted as they become available. Our priority is to post Maui County race results first, with additional state and national races to be updated thereafter.
