Hawaiʻi Red Cross is hiring for long-term Lahaina recovery
The American Red Cross is hiring members of the Maui community for long-term wildfire recovery efforts and has launched a six-day Job Fair in Central Maui.
State Senate to hold field briefing in Lahaina on wildfire related insurance claims, Sept. 28
“Our committee has heard from various neighbors on Maui that they continue to face challenges relating to processing wildfire insurance claims, including home, business, vehicle, and vessel policies,” said Senator Jarett Keohokalole, Chair of the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection. The briefing will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, at the Lahaina Civic Center.
Residential return process begins in Lahaina disaster area, first zone identified for reentry
Kaniau Road in Zone 1C will be the first area to be cleared for residential reentry in the Lahaina disaster area, on Monday and Tuesday next week. A vehicle pass will be required for entry, and applications will be distributed on Friday through Sunday at the Lahaina Civic Center during specified hours.
Chief Pelletier to Maui Police Commission: ‘We saved lives’
Chief John Pelletier told the Maui Police Commission the after-action report about the department’s response to the Maui wildfires will be a “dive into what went right, what went wrong and how can we improve. But it is also going to talk about some of the incredible acts that took place.”
One more victim identified by police six weeks after Lahaina wildfire
The Maui Police Department identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire on Wednesday: Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina.
In wake of Maui wildfires, why it’s important to return your SBA loan application
SBA disaster loans may cover losses that are not fully covered by insurance or other sources. The SBA is the largest source of federal disaster recovery funds for survivors.
County of Maui encourages local businesses to register for free listing on MauiNuiFirst.com
The revamped MauiNuiFirst.com website offers businesses an expanded platform to showcase their products, services and activities.
Four Seasons Resort Maui hosting ‘Love for Lahaina’ culinary pop-up events in October
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is hosting a new series of “Love for Lahaina” culinary pop-up events in October to support the hospitality industry and farmers who have been directly affected by the wildfires.
Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation awards $300K to support victims of the Maui fires
The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation, Inc. (Takitani Foundation) has awarded grants totaling $300,000 in memory of Mamoru and Aiko Takitani, founders of Hawaiian Host, manufacturer of Hawaiian Host chocolates. Funding will support victims of the Maui fires and include $150,000 to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, $100,000 to Lahaina Hongwanji Mission, and $50,000 to Maui Preparatory Academy.
Upcountry community meeting tonight on water safety, wildfire-debris management and disaster recovery
Council Vice-Chair Yuki Lei K. Sugimura is hosting a community meeting at the Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani at 6 p.m. on Sept. 20, to provide updates on water safety, wildfire-debris management and disaster recovery.
Maui mayor announces: Lahaina Advisory Team, community meetings, creation of Office of Recovery
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen has formed a 5-member Lahaina Advisory Team, announced two public meetings about relief efforts and is in the midst of creating a new Office of Recovery.
State webinar series to provide updates about Maui relief, recovery efforts
The next “Pathways to Recovery” webinar on Sept. 21 will focus on topics such as price freeze, landlord-tenant matters and other items related to consumer protection.
Distance learning hub opens for K-8 in West Maui with 250+ students
More than 250 Lahaina students from King Kamehameha III Elementary, Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena Elementary and Lahaina Intermediate attended the opening of the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education’s distance learning hub at Citizen Church in Kahana.
One more wildfire victim identified; bringing total to 75
The Maui Police Department identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire on Tuesday: James Smith, 79, of Lahaina.
University of Hawaiʻi offering full scholarships to Class of 2024 at Lahainaluna High School
The University of Hawaiʻi is offering full one-year scholarships to every Lahainaluna High School senior to attend any of its 10 campuses.
FEMA providing $7.3 million grant to reimburse state, county for Maui fires recovery efforts
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is providing a new $7.3 million grant to aid with the state’s and county’s ongoing recovery effort from the Maui fires.
Kapalua Golf to reopen Bay Course Sept. 20, Plantation Course Oct. 18
Kapalua Golf will reopen its Bay Course on Wednesday, Sept. 20 and its Plantation Course on Oct. 18, 2023.
‘Play Imua’ store to launch in Māʻalaea for youngest survivors of Maui wildfires
Imua Family Services has partnered with JAKKS Pacific toy company to launch the “Play Imua” store in response to the harrowing wildfires that have devastated homes and communities across Maui.
Five additional Lahaina wildfire victims were identified; a total of 74 people have been named
This brings the total number of victims publicly identified to 74 of the estimated 97 fatalities, which is down from the death toll of 115 that had been reported for more than two weeks.
South Maui canoe clubs honor Lahaina with honorary paddle
More than 30 club outrigger canoes plus stand-up paddle boards and small canoes gathered on Maui Canoe Club Beach as the sun rose to honor Lahaina fire victims.
