Maui Business
Rock & Brews Grand Opening Announced, Despite Permit Appeal
The Rock & Brews restaurant, proposed for development in Pāʻia, announced a planned grand opening event in January, despite a challenge to the project’s permits.
A&B to Sell Maui Mall
A spokesperson for A&B declined to reveal the sale price or terms, since the sale had not yet closed. The transaction is anticipated to be finalized in early 2014.
The Outlets of Maui Soft Opening Set
The Outlets of Maui, a retail and restaurant center under construction in the space once occupied by the former Lahaina Center, is scheduled for a soft opening Thursday.
Water, Refuse Payments Now Accepted at MCBRC
Water and refuse customers can now pay their bills at the Maui County Business Resource Center located at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
Cilantro Restaurant to Move to Ka’anapali as “Sangrita”
Cilantro Mexican Grill will be closing at the end of November to transition to a new venture, Sangrita Grill and Cantina in Ka’anapali.
Maui Electric in Partnership to Provide EV Charging Stations
The price to re-charge an electric vehicle will be a flat $6.50 for off-peak, $7 for mid-peak, and $7.50 for priority-peak periods.
Kahului Chevron, Maui Brewing Co. Awarded Rural Energy Grants
Lloyd’s Kahului Chevron received a nearly $40,000 USDA grant to purchase a 32 kW photovoltaic solar system; while Maui Brewing Company received a $20,000 grant to purchase 16 photovoltaic parking lot light fixtures.
UHMC Innovation Day to Showcase Technology Degrees
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College will host a Career and Innovation Day to showcase showcase student projects in science and technology, and offer career guidance in hi-tech fields.
Paradise Asian Foods Owner Sentenced to Jail for Tax Evasion
Roger Santos, 54, was accused of diverting approximately $959,883 from the checking account of the business he operated, Paradise Asian Foods, Inc., into multiple personal checking accounts.
Hawaiʻi After-School Initiative Receives $50K Donation
The R.E.A.C.H. initiative, which is an acronym for Resources for Enrichment, Athletics, Culture and Health, was launched by Lieutenant Governor Shan Tsutsui, to provide structure for after school programs in the state.
Sale Closes on Parcel for Future Puʻunēnē Shopping Center, Target
The sale has closed on more than 24 acres of land in Kahului that is identified for development of the Puunene Shopping Center, and Maui’s first Target store, officials announced.
Hawaiʻi Enters “Expansion Phase” in Economic Forecast
According to Suyderhoud: tourism will taper, as the sector continues to grow but at a more moderate pace; construction will pick up, adding jobs; and state and local government will contribute to growth while federal spending will not.
November Workshops Offered at Maui Business Resource Center
The Maui Office of Economic Development released a list of free workshops offered in November. The workshops are presented at the Maui County Business Resource Center, located at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
Maui Electric Offers ʻOhana Energy Gift Program
The Hawaiian Electric Companies today introduced a new ʻOhana Energy Gift Program, that allows customers to give the gift of energy to their friends and family, or to help others in need.
Dazoo Restaurant Opens in Moana Cafe Spot, Paia
When Paia’s Moana Bakery and Cafe closed on October 6, North Shore diners probably didn’t expect Dazoo to open so quickly in its place. But, there are plans for Moana Bakery to return next door — as a walk-in bakery only.
Mama’s Fish House Gets Top 10 Ranking on TripAdvisor
Mama’s Fish House in Pāʻia earned a top ten ranking in the TripAdvisor’s Best of 2013 Traveler’s Choice award for restaurants in the US, the travel website announced today.
Maui Restaurant Scene Continues to Change
New tenants at the former Waterfront Restaurant location in Ma’alaea as Serino’s Kihei is no more.
Maui Job Growth Projected to Increase 15% in 10 Years
It’s the second fastest increase projected for the state, with the greatest growth projected in the construction sector, which is forecast to rise 30.2% over 10 years in Maui County.
Pacific Media Group Hosts Holiday Job Fair, Oct. 26
Job seekers have an opportunity to find new employment and explore career paths at the upcoming Holiday Job Fair hosted by Pacific Media Group.
Innovate Hawaiʻi Conference Travels to Maui
The conference is aimed at local small businesses looking to commercialize their new, innovative product. The conference travels to Maui’s Malcolm Center at the Maui Research and Technology Park on Friday, Oct. 25.





