Maui Discussion
Feb. 19, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 50 New Cases (22 O‘ahu, 22 Maui, 2 Hawai‘i Island, 4 Out-of-State); 2 Deaths
There were 50 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Friday, including 22 on O‘ahu, 22 on Maui, two on Hawaiʻi Island, and four in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
Survey: Hawai‘i is the 2nd Safest State During COVID-19
Hawaiʻi was ranked number two on a list of the safest states during the COVID-19 pandemic, second only to Alaska.
Waiʻānapanapa Online Reservations Start March 1
All visitors and commercial operators will need to make reservations to enter Waiʻānapanapa State Park in East Maui, beginning on March 1, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources announced.
Gov. Ige Signs 18th Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19
Governor David Ige has issued an 18th emergency proclamation for COVID-19. It acknowledges vaccinated travelers/quarantine as a future exception, but the state will wait for specific guidance from the CDC before implementing a quarantine exception for vaccinated travelers.
Maui Shark Encounter Detailed, Experts Say Bite Mark is Consistent with a White Shark
It started as a father-son kayak off the west coast of Maui in Ukumehame to view and photograph Humpback whales. 45-year-old Daniel Sullivan and his 15-year-old son Tristan, of Kula, paddled out on their two-man, 12-foot hard-shell kayak from the west side of the “pali” at around 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday. There was a slight […]
Gov. Ige Declares Maui County a Disaster Area Due to Drought Since March 2019
Gov. David Ige issued an emergency proclamation today declaring the County of Maui, which has suffered under drought conditions since March 2019, a disaster area.
Inauguration of President Biden and Vice President Harris Focuses on Unity
Joe Biden was sworn in today as the 46th President of the United States, alongside Vice President Kamala Harris.
Entry and Parking Fees at Waiʻānapanapa State Park Expected to Begin in February
A reservation system is expected to begin at East Maui’s Waiʻānapanapa State Park in the second or third week of February according to state leaders who provided an update during a weekend Zoom meeting.
Hawai‘i US Reps Vote in Favor of Trump Impeachment
US Congressmen Ed Case and Kai Kahele, both of Hawaiʻi, were among those who voted to impeach the president for “inciting violence against the United States government.”
Schatz and Kahele Call for Impeachment and Removal of President Trump
Two of Hawaiʻi’s congressional leaders have released statements calling for the removal of President Trump through impeachment.
Frustrations Surface Over Maui Restaurant and Bar Rules, and Interpretation for Enforcement
Frustrations Surface Over Maui Restaurant and Bar Rules, and Interpretation for EnforcementFrustrations Surface Over Maui Restaurant and Bar Rules, and Interpretation for Enforcement
Letters: What’s on the minds of Maui Residents This Week?
This week letters include an opinion that closing down would be devastating to workers and a big thank you to the 17th Christmas Tri-Star Restaurants has provided a holiday lunch.
Op-Ed: Maui Health Advice “Avoid a Superspreader Gathering this Thanksgiving”
“Remember that COVID doesn’t discriminate, and it’s possible for someone to have COVID without feeling sick or having symptoms at all. Even if you love someone and trust them, you don’t know who else they might have been spending time with.”
Letters: What do Maui residents have on their minds this week? Read to find out.
This week’s letters include opinions about the slower speed limit of Pi’ilani Highway, the need for a pedestrian bridge for the new Kihei High School, mask mandate viewed as too draconian, night closure of Kala Road and beautification of Maui.
Letters: Mask-Wearing Views, Open the Track & Bring Back Cardiothoracic Surgeons to Maui
Maui residents express their views in this weekʻs Letters to the Editors. Views on mask mandate — has it gone too far? Why is track still closed? Need help for rent, but federal funds not processed fast enough. And resident concerned all the life-saving cardiothoracic surgeons are leaving Maui.
Maui Now Wants to Hear From You; Send Us Your Letter to the Editor
Maui Now has launched a new Letter to the Editor form on its website. The purpose is to help facilitate a public platform for diverse views and opinions about issues, events and anything else related to our islands. Submissions can be completed by filling out an online Letter to the Editor form or emailing a letter to letters@mauinow.com.
Maui Councilmember Urges Those Impacted by COVID-19 to Apply for Assistance
Maui County Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura is urging residents and businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic to apply for assistance.
Mayor Interview: Team to Meet with Poi By The Pound
Mayor Victorino notes that some local businesses are not qualifying for small business grant programs because they exceed revenue thresholds currently in place. “We had to set thresholds because I wanted this money to go to our small local businesses, not to some big conglomerate someplace else… we’re committed to help our local businesses, our small mom and pops wherever possible.”
Mayor Interview: Maui Cases Leveling Off, but Weekend Gatherings Concerning
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino expressed frustration with parties that were held over the holiday weekend despite continued warnings to refrain from gatherings.
Haleakalā National Park Launches New Webpage “Nā Wāhine o Haleakalā: Women of Haleakalā”
The National Park Service and Haleakalā National Park launched a new webpage “Nā Wāhine o Haleakalā: Women of Haleakalā,” honoring the stories of women with impactful contributions and connections to Haleakalā. The launch of the webpage took place amid a nationwide centennial celebration of the 19th Amendment, which has given American women the right to […]
