Maui News
Bobby Pahia files for Maui County Council with four generations of family by his side
Sharing this moment with his wife, daughter, grandchildren, and great-grandchild, Pahia emphasized the importance of ‘ohana, community, and kuleana in his decision to run for office. The presence of four generations underscored his commitment to ensuring the county remains a place where local families can raise their keiki, run a family business, and build a future.
Nakamura Wrestling, of Wailuku wins Hawaiʻi USA Wrestling Championship
Nakamura Wrestling, of Wailuku, won the Hawaiʻi USA Wrestling Championship, Saturday at the Lahaina Civic Center.
Maui unsheltered homeless jumps 40% as overall numbers remain flat, new count shows
Unsheltered homelessness on Maui climbed 40% while overall numbers remained essentially flat, according to results from the 2026 Homeless Point in Time Count released Wednesday.
County OED announces $150K in grant funding available for financial literacy programs
County of Maui Office of Economic Development announced that $150,000 in grant funding is available to support financial literacy programs that strengthen economic resilience and opportunity for Maui County residents. Applications are open now and must be submitted by 5 p.m. June 15, 2026.
13th Annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference set for May 20-21 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center
The countdown is on for the 13th Annual Hawaiʻi Energy Conference to be held at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center May 20 and 21, exploring the theme of Energy: Power, People and Place.
Nuestro Futuro Foundation awards multi-year funding to Maui Health Foundation
Nuestro Futuro Foundation has awarded $200,000 annually for the next three years to the Maui Health Foundation’s Patient Resource Assistance Fund, strengthening support for high‑risk, low‑income patients who face barriers to recovery after hospitalization.
Event to welcome Maui Friends of The Children’s Justice Center executive director
The Rotary Club of Maui hosts a dinner meeting to introduce Danielle Egeberg as the new Executive Director of the Maui Friends of the Children’s Justice Center and to express appreciation to retiring CEO Paul Tonnessen.
Pacific Permanente Group adds interventional cardiologist to Maui team
Pacific Permanente Group has hired Dr. Cameron Donaldson, a board-certified interventional cardiologist and vascular medicine specialist to its staff, expanding the physician group’s advanced cardiovascular services on Maui. Donaldson earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine in Boston and completed his internal medicine residency at Tufts Medical Center. He trained in cardiovascular […]
Yuki Lei Sugimura files nomination papers for Mayor of Maui County
Surrounded by supporters, friends, family, and community members, Yuki Lei Sugimura officially filed her nomination papers Tuesday to run for Mayor of Maui County, taking an important step in a campaign centered on “honesty, accountability, and leadership that prioritizes unity over division.”
Lahaina Homecoming launches ‘E Hoʻi Mai’ competition to bring Lahaina families home
Lahaina Homecoming, in partnership with Hawaiian Airlines, announced the launch of the “E Hoʻi Mai” Competition, an initiative dedicated to bringing members of the Lahaina diaspora back home for a special weekend of healing, reconnection and collective visioning on July 17–19, 2026.
ILWU Local 142 endorses Green Party Candidate Pāʻele Kiakona for state House
The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 142 has endorsed Green Party candidate Pāʻele Kiakona for Hawaiʻi State House District 14, marking a notable departure from the union’s typical political endorsements. The move reflects a rare crossover between organized labor and the grassroots movement that emerged after the Lahaina fires.
Maui Council to weigh $1.6 billion budget at Friday meeting
The Maui County Council will take up a $1.6 billion budget Friday morning, following a committee recommendation to trim Mayor Richard Bissen’s proposal by reducing capital improvement projects while still increasing funding for day-to-day operations.
Maui High teacher Janyce Omura nominated for National History Day’s top honor
Two Hawaiʻi educators — including Maui High School teacher Janyce Omura — are among 78 nominees nationwide for the 2026 National History Day Teacher of the Year Award.
Lahaina Third Saturdays return this Saturday, May 16
The Maui Economic Recovery Commission (Maui ERC) – Healing Journey Team is honored to announce the return of Pa‘ūpili 3rd Saturdays, a monthly community healing gathering in Lahaina Town. The next event will take place Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lahaina United Methodist Church.
State targets Japan tourism gap as Maui seeks big-spending visitors
Japanese visitors have been drawn more to Waikīkī than to Maui’s resorts, and a new state report calls for changing that by rebuilding and diversifying Japanese visitor demand.
State championship to return to Hoʻokipa in 2031; inaugural location called world-class ‘surf stadium’
The County of Maui’s Hoʻokipa Beach Park lived up to its billing as a world-class surfing venue with solid waves both days, being labeled by several spectators and officials as the perfect “surf stadium” for the historic Hawaiʻi High School Athletic Association’s inaugural state surfing championships on May 1 and 2, 2026. HHSAA Executive Director Chris Chun said the event will return to Hoʻokipa in 2031 as part of a five-year rotation.
New 24-passenger MEO bus traveling Molokaʻi roads
A new 24-passenger Maui Economic Opportunity bus with two-wheelchair capacity is in service on Molokaʻi, following a blessing last month.
Making Maui safer for visitors; presentation at Kīhei-Wailea Rotary, May 13
Information on a new program to improve safety for visitors to Maui will be shared during a presentation at the Kīhei-Wailea Rotary on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Hawaiian Electric seeking renewable energy proposals for Lāna‘i
Hawaiian Electric is beginning the process to seek proposals of a large-scale renewable energy project for the island of Lāna‘i to reduce the use of imported fossil fuels, cut carbon emissions and stabilize rates. The company is hosting a community meeting to discuss these procurement efforts and collect community feedback on Tuesday, June 2, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Lāna‘i Filipino Clubhouse, 450 Jacaranda Street, Lāna‘i City.
Key Maui Council incumbents officially commit to race for re-election
With three weeks left before the June 2 candidate filing deadline, the Maui County candidate line-ups are taking shape. Two incumbents — West Maui Council Member Tamara Paltin and East Maui Council Member Shane Sinenci — have officially committed to campaigns for re-election while others haven’t jumped in officially, yet. Five council members — Kauanoe […]
