Maui News
Feb. 10, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 56 New Cases (42 O‘ahu, 9 Maui, 2 Hawai‘i Island, 3 Out-of-State); 5 Deaths
There were 56 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 42 on O‘ahu, nine on Maui, two on Hawaiʻi Island, and three in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
Archiving a Legacy of Plants at Haleakalā National Park
With more than 400 herbarium specimens currently in the park museum collection, Haleakalā National Park staff are processing another 700 specimens to be stored at the Bishop Museum on Oˈahu.
Governor Updates Hawai‘i’s Financial Future
In January, the Council on Revenues increased its revenue projections by $2 billion over seven years, but the state will still have a significant revenue shortfall, according to the governor.
Department of Health Survey: 91% of Hawaiʻi Residents Plan To Get COVID-19 Vaccine
The results of a statewide survey commissioned by the Hawai‘i Department of Health show 91% of respondents plan to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Utility Bill Assistance Program Closes to New Applicants Due to High Demand
The Hawaiʻi Utility Bill Assistance Program established by Hawaiian Electric and Aloha United Way is closed to new applications due to high demand that led to nearly $2 million being committed to 2,700 households in two days.
Maui Crime Jan. 31 – Feb. 6, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to seven burglaries, eight vehicle thefts and eight vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Jan. 31 – Feb. 6, 2021.
Two Astronomers from W. M. Keck Observatory to Receive 2020 AAAS Newcomb Cleveland Prize
The American Association for the Advancement of Science announced that this year’s winning research paper published in the journal “Science” is co-authored by two astronomers from W. M. Keck Observatory, Chief Scientist John O’Meara and professor J. Xavier Prochaska of UC Santa Cruz. The authors of the research paper titled “A single fast radio burst localized to a massive galaxy at cosmological distance” will receive the 2020 AAAS Newcomb Cleveland Prize on Feb. 10 at a virtual ceremony.
Nominees Selected for Maui County Charter Commission
Mayor Michael Victorino congratulated nominees to the Maui County Charter Commission after they were recommended for approval Tuesday by the County Council’s Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency Committee.
Maui Council Adopts Resolution Urging Legislature to Legalize, Regulate and Tax Cannabis
The Maui County Council voted unanimously on Friday to adopt a resolution urging the legislature to legalize, regulate and tax cannabis for responsible adult use.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 7.7 Earthquake SE of Loyalty Islands
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake reported at 3:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021 southeast of Loyalty Islands.
Information Needed for Cultural Impact Assessment of Wailuku Affordable Housing Project
The parcel is located on land fronting the west side of Kuikahi Drive, from the water tank to a point opposite Kehalani Mauka Parkway.
Hawaiian Homestead Leaders to Headline 2021 Maui Centennial Puwalu
Hawaiian homestead leaders, Henderson Kainoa Huihui and Faisha Solomon will headline the 100th anniversary of the 1921 Hawaiian Homes Commission Act at this year’s 2021 Maui Centennial Puwalu – or conference.
Feb. 9, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 37 New Cases (26 O‘ahu, 5 Maui, 3 Hawai‘i Island, 3 Out-of-State)
There were 37 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Tuesday, including 26 on O‘ahu, five on Maui, three on Hawaiʻi Island, and three in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
Ho‘olehua Post Office Reopens Today
The facility had been temporarily closed since last Wednesday due to structural concerns. It was cleared for operational use after a thorough assessment by a structural engineer.
REALTORS® Association of Maui’s January 2021 Report Shows Strong Housing Market
The REALTORS® Association of Maui has released January real estate statistics for Maui County that shows the year 2021 starting off strong for the housing market, with healthy buyer demand and strong market fundamentals.
Pacific Whale Foundation Hosts Virtual 41st Annual Maui Whale Festival
The 41st Annual Maui Whale Festival to celebrate the return of Maui’s majestic humpback whales from Alaskan waters is being held virtually this February with a slate of events run by the nonprofit Pacific Whale Foundation.
Hawai‘i Public Warned of Increase in COVID-19 Scams
Scammers usually send phone and text messages demanding individuals to call back to receive a COVID-19 vaccination in exchange for money.
Ohigashi, Davis and Aoki Elected as Maui County Field Reps for Congressman Kahele
Stephanie Ohigashi will serve as the field representative to Maui residents; Gene Ross Davis will serve as the field representatives to Molokaʻi residents; and Joelle Aki Aoki will be the field representative for Lānaʻi residents.
Maui Hospital to Re-Start First Dose Vaccinations This Week
The first dose vaccinations being offered are for Phase 1B eligible residents that had their Maui Health January appointment canceled because of the vaccine shortage.
A Whale of a Tale: Roger Payne’s Album of Humpback Songs Still Resonates 50 Years Later
The 2021 Whale Tales virtual event Feb. 13 and 14 on Maui will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the groundbreaking album “Songs of the Humpback Whale” by Roger Payne and Scott McVay.
