Maui News
Live concerts, art shows and more at The Shops at Wailea
There’s still plenty of time this month to experience a vibrant mix of music, art and cultural events at The Shops at Wailea. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the coming weeks.
Maui County receives $15.43M grant for West Maui Greenway project
The County of Maui was recently awarded a $15.43 million grant from the federal government to support the first phase of the West Maui Greenway, a project that will contribute to several key areas of Lahaina’s recovery from the 2023 Maui wildfires.
Volcano Watch: What tiny crystals can tell us about their trip through the magma chamber
Like fortune tellers who peer into a crystal ball for insight, volcanologists at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory peer into the tiny crystals contained in lava flows to learn about the magma’s journey before it was erupted onto the surface.
Tokuda joins Hirono in introducing bill to fight Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death
US Rep. Jill Tokuda and US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono have introduced legislation to fight the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death in Hawaiʻi.
Six HIDOE educators receive nation’s highest award for science and mathematics teachers
Six Hawai‘i public school educators received the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching, the nation’s highest award that a science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and/or computer science teacher may receive for outstanding teaching in the United States, President Joe Biden announced this week.
Imua Family Services’ 78th Anniversary Gala evening inspired by Flamenco dance
Imua Family Services has announced its 78th Anniversary Gala, La Gran Gala Flamenco, on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
Deferred retirement option aimed at retaining police officers in Hawaiʻi
In an effort to recruit and retain police officers, Senate President Ronald Kouchi is proposing a measure to establish a deferred retirement option program.
Senate bill introduced to encourage mixed-use developments in Maui County
Maui’s affordable housing crisis is spurring some creative ways to increase the island’s housing inventory, including a bill to encourage mixed-use developments introduced by Sen. Angus McKelvey (West and South Maui, Mā‘alaea and Waikapū) and a half-dozen other senators.
Legislative measure would have state acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources would be required to acquire all West Maui water systems through eminent domain and then hold them in trust for the management by Maui County, according to a bill introduced this legislative session.
Traffic Advisory: Crews repair traffic light pole at Hāna / Haleakalā Highway intersection
(Update: 12:25 p.m., Jan. 16, 2025) The traffic signal at the intersection of Hāna Highway and Haleakalā Highway has been repaired.
Senate bill would continue licensing for certified midwives
A bill to make it easier for expectant mothers to give birth at home is under consideration by state lawmakers.
Subaru Telescope’s new compound eye to start exploring the universe in February
The Subaru Telescope in Hawaiʻi, announced the addition of a new capability as it studies from nearby objects to the distant Universe. A powerful compound eye likened to that of an insect will allow the telescope to simultaneously observe about 2,400 celestial bodies. This innovative eye can capture cosmic rainbows (spectra), enabling detailed exploration of the Universe.
FAFSA sign-waving event scheduled at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Friday
The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid is now open, and HawaiiKidsCAN Afford College is launching grassroots efforts to reach local students and families who may qualify for financial aid but haven’t applied.
Maui Emergency Management Agency urges public to avoid restricted areas in Lahaina
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency is urging Lahaina residents and visitors to respect safety measures by avoiding restricted areas in Lahaina town.
DOH monitoring detection of H5 avian flu in Kauaʻi wastewater
The Hawai‘i Department of Health, State Laboratories Division has detected H5 avian influenza (bird flu) at very low levels in wastewater samples collected at the Līhuʻe Wastewater Treatment Plant on Kauaʻi.
Surveys to help shape Maui’s agricultural future open to all
The nonprofit Common Ground Collective is calling on all members of the Maui community involved in food production, preparation, distribution and grocery shoppers to share their input by participating in its surveys. Feedback will be used to create agricultural infrastructure and to improve access to locally grown food on the island.
Maui arts groups among recipients of $1.5M Hawai‘i Community Foundation Equitable Access Arts & Culture grants
Maui County organizations Hāna Arts, Hanona, Hui Noʻeau Visual Arts Center, Hui O Waʻa Kaulua, Maui Public Art Corps, Lānaʻi Academy of Performing Arts, and Hōkūlani Children’s Theatre of Molokaʻi all have received grants from the Hawai‘i Community Foundation through its Equitable Access Arts & Culture program.
Lahaina Community Land Trust celebrates blessing of its first parcel secured in community ownership
Standing on ʻāina that will forever be protected for Lahaina’s kamaʻāina families, the Lahaina Community Land Trust gathered Monday with community leaders, friends and ‘ohana to celebrate and bless the first property secured into community ownership.
Senate bill calls for changes on Commission on Water Resource Management
At the request of the Maui County Council, Senate President Ronald Kouchi (Kaua’i, Ni’ihau) has introduced a bill to make changes to operations of the state Commission on Water Resource Management.
HI Alcohol Policy Alliance pushes to lower BAC limit from 0.08 to 0.05 percent
The Hawai‘i Alcohol Policy Alliance returned to the State Capitol today to continue advocating for legislation aimed at reducing alcohol-related traffic fatalities and injuries.
