Maui Business
The Outlets of Maui: Anniversary, New Stores, Black Friday & Santa
Ahead of its one year anniversary, the center opens two new stores this month. The Outlets of Maui is also advertising a Black Friday Weekend Sale featuring savings of up to 70%.
Maui County Unemployment Steady at 4.3% in Oct.
Unemployment rates in Maui County were a mixed bag. Maui Island’s 4% rate was unchanged from last month; Molokaʻi’s rate 13.9% rate was down from month before levels; and Lānaʻi’s 2.9% rate increased slightly from September.
Hawaiian Launches Non-Stop Maui to San Fran Flights
Today is Hawaiian Airlines’ planned launch date of non-stop service between San Francisco International Airport and Kahului Airport on Maui.
Complete Streets and Wailuku Town Planning Workshop
The Hawaiʻi Nutrition and Physical Activity Coalition joins AARP in hosting a talk story luncheon and informational workshop on Friday, Nov. 21, focused on plans for Wailuku Town and the “Complete Streets” design principle to promote safe roadways for motorists and pedestrians alike.
Delta to Begin Seattle to Maui Service on Dec. 20
Delta will begin service from Seattle to Maui, and add a second daily flight from Seattle to Honolulu on December 20, as part of its expanded service to sun and ski destinations.
VIDEO: Financial Aid College Workshops for Native Hawaiian Students
The University of Hawaiʻi will offer four financial aid workshops in Maui County for Native Hawaiian students interested in attending college, and those interested in applying for college scholarships.
Applications Being Accepted for Maui Boards and Commissions
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa announced today that applications are now being accepted through Dec. 31, for boards, councils, commissions and committees in Maui County.
Students Take Business Ideas From Vision to Presentation
Student plans range from: an exotic, hand-made jewelry company using local sources, to a cyber-security consultancy, a company distributing culturally inspired Hāna-made products, a raw food restaurant, and a centrally located furniture refinisher/paint warehouse.
Kula Community Association to Discuss Sustainability, Elect Officers
The Kula Community Association will discuss sustainability and hold elections for new board members and officers at its upcoming meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014.
Maui County Council Committee Leadership Announced
Committee leadership roles for the Maui County Council were announced today as the body prepares for the upcoming 2015-2017 term, which begins on Jan. 2, 2015.
Temporary Injunction Granted in Monsanto Lawsuit Challenging GMO Initiative
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction in a lawsuit filed by Monsanto Hawaiʻi against the County of Maui, preventing the recently passed GMO initiative from taking effect until the court considers its legal merits further, company representatives said.
Pāʻia Beach Park Expansion Official Under A&B Agreement
The deal comes after a search for property to accommodate the Central Maui Service Center, which is nearing the end of its lease at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
State Gas Drops Under $4, Maui at $4.24
While prices were below $4 in Honolulu and Hilo, the average price of gas in Wailuku was $4.24 a gallon, down 4 cents from last week, down 12 cents from last month, and up 7 cents from the same time last year.
$13K to Maui Youth Centers in HC&S “Selfie” Competition
The contest challenged entrants to find unique ways to encourage Maui’s keiki to stay out of the company’s ditches and off the cane roads, and instead seek out other fun activities around the island.
Souki Maintains Role as House Speaker, Maui Reps Chair Committees
Rep. Souki maintains his role as House Speaker, while all Maui Representatives have roles as either chair or vice chair of various committees.
Hawaiian Airlines Announces Neighbor Island Fare Sale
Advertised prices range from $58 to $78 for select routes. The neighbor island fare sale is offered for travel between today and January 31, 2015, and must be booked by Nov. 17.
Horizon Lines Hawaiʻi Operations Sold to Competitor Pasha
Cargo shipping company Horizon Lines, Inc., today announced its Hawaiʻi operations are being sold to its competitor The Pasha Group, and Horizon Lines’ Alaska operations are being sold to competitor Matson, Inc.
Maui November Business Workshop Schedule
The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development released a list of workshops scheduled in November that are open to the general public. The workshops are free unless otherwise noted.
9,000 Attend 1st Ever Made in Maui County Festival
More than 9,000 people attended the first ever Made in Maui County Festival held at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, despite steady rain over the Central Maui area throughout the day.
Visitor Industry Exec Accepts Chief of Staff Position for Gov-Elect Ige
The president and chief executive officer of the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Mike McCartney, announced that he is leaving his post to accept a new position as chief of staff for Governor-elect David Ige.
