Maui News
Details on Move to Phase 1C Vaccinations; 3 Cases of COVID-19 in Vaccinated Individuals
State Health Director Dr. Elizabeth Char said those age 65 and older and those with one or more of a few specific chronic medical conditions are atop the list of those who should be vaccinated next.
Puʻu Ōlaʻi at Mākena on Maui Reopens with Adjusted Weekend Hours
Puʻu Ōlaʻi sometimes referred to as “Little Beach” in Mākena State Park on Maui’s south shore, will reopen tomorrow, Saturday, March 13, after being closed for several months.
March 12, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 66 Cases (30 O‘ahu, 20 Maui, 1 Moloka‘i, 15 Hawai‘i Island); 1 Death
The state Department of Health reports that there were 66 additional COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Friday, including 30 on O‘ahu, 20 on Maui, 15 on Hawai‘i Island, and one on Moloka‘i.
New Mobile Medical Educational Unit Blessed at Kīhei Police Station
The newly blessed Mobile Medical Educational Unit will be used for community outreach for non-critical medical issues such as wound care, mental health services, and COVID-19 preventative awareness measures.
Security Upgrade Projects Taking Place at Hoapili Hale Courthouse in Wailuku
Two renovation projects to improve security will begin this month at Hoapili Hale, the Second Circuit Courthouse in Wailuku.
Guide Details Help for Families, Workers & Business Owners Under New American Rescue Plan Act
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) released a new comprehensive guide to help Hawai‘i families, workers and small business owners navigate federal COVID-19 relief resources and programs authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act.
Cameron Center Hosts Maui Family Support Services Early Childhood Resource Drive Through Fair, March 20
Maui Family Support Services hosts a free Drive Through Early Childhood Community Resource Fair for families with young children on Saturday, March 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the J. Walter Cameron Center on Mahalani Street in Wailuku.
Search for Missing Idaho Man Continues at Hāmoa Beach in East Maui
The search continues today for a 45-year-old Idaho man who went missing in waters off of Hāmoa Beach in the Hāna area of East Maui on Thursday night.
New Commission on Healing Solutions for Homelessness Still Seeking West Maui Member
Maui County has extended the application deadline to Monday at noon for the West Maui seat on the new Commission on Healing Solutions for Homelessness.
Councilmember Tasha Kama Seeks Input on Pre-Budget Priorities
Maui Councilmember Tasha Kama of Kahului is inviting residents to visit her booth at the Maui Sunday Market on March 14, to talk story and share their thoughts on the County’s budget priorities.
Maui Crime Feb. 28 – March 6, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to seven burglaries, nine vehicle thefts and six vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Feb. 28 – March 6, 2021.
Hawaiian Airlines Launches Nonstop Honolulu to Orlando Flights
Hawaiian Airlines launched its new, twice-weekly nonstop flights from Honolulu to Orlando on Thursday. The carrier also announced it is increasing service between Hawai‘i and Florida to three weekly flights from June 1 through Aug. 10 to meet summer demand.
New Real Property Long-Term Rental Exemption Takes Effect Jan. 1, 2022
Effective on Jan. 1, 2022, real property occupied as a long-term rental with a signed contract to lease for 12 consecutive months or longer to the same tenant, may qualify an owner for an exemption of up to $200,000.
Search Underway for Missing Man Offshore of Hāmoa in East Hāna
The US Coast Guard and Maui county partners are searching for a missing 45 year-old man with red hair last seen offshore Hāmoa Beach in Hāna, Maui. He was last seen wearing blue shorts.
UPDATE: Maui Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Man, Last Heard From on Feb. 22
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with information on the whereabouts of Ryan Matthew Harris, 31, who also goes by the name “Wangpo.”
Resources Available for Hawai‘i Residents Impacted by Recent Floods
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources has released a list of resources available to Hawaiʻi residents impacted by recent floods.
Maui Flood Advisory Until 5:45 p.m. Thursday, Flood Watch Until 6 p.m. Friday
At 2:46 p.m., radar indicated heavy showers falling over the northern slopes of the West Maui Mountains and Haleakalā.
Ige Calls off State Furloughs, Maui to Get $30 M in COVID Relief Funds
Gov. David Ige today announced that furloughs and layoffs are no longer necessary now that President Joe Biden has signed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, also known as the COVID-19 relief bill.
Vaccinations Extend to 65+ and Phase 1c, Starting Monday, March 15
The Hawai‘i Department of Health announces the state will extend vaccine eligibility to people age 65 and older and those who qualify as members of phase 1c beginning Monday, March 15.
12 Hawaiʻi Health Centers Eligible for More COVID-19 Vaccines for Underserved Communities
Twelve health centers across Hawai‘i have been selected by federal agencies to participate in a COVID-19 program aimed at providing more vaccines to those disproportionately impacted by COVID-19.
