Maui News
Public Virtual Presentation: 7 Environmental Projects Funded Through Maui CARES
A free public Zoom presentation about seven Maui County environmental projects funded with federal CARES Act aid will be held Jan. 27 at 5:30 pm.
Roselani Place COVID-19 Update: Three Staff Test Positive Since Jan. 11
The Roselani Place assisted living community on Maui has confirmed that three staff members have tested positive with COVID-19 since Jan. 11, 2021. All three are isolating at home, according to an update provided by management.
Jan. 18, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 129 New Cases (83 O‘ahu, 21 Maui, 9 Hawai‘i Island, 2 Kaua‘i, 14 Out-of-State)
There were 129 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Monday, including 83 on O‘ahu, 21 on Maui, nine on Hawaiʻi Island, two on Kauaʻi and 14 in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
DOT: Flooding at Dairy Road, Hāna Highway Intersection in Kahului
The state Department of Transportation is reporting flooding conditions at the intersection of Dairy Road and Hāna Highway in Kahului. Motorists are advised to avoid the area.
Maui Flood ADVISORY to 9 p.m.; Moloka‘i Flood WARNING Extended to 11:15 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Maui until 1:45 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021.
Entry and Parking Fees at Waiʻānapanapa State Park Expected to Begin in February
A reservation system is expected to begin at East Maui’s Waiʻānapanapa State Park in the second or third week of February according to state leaders who provided an update during a weekend Zoom meeting.
Hawai‘i Lawmakers Reflect on Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
US Congressman Kaialiʻi Kahele issued a statement ahead of the holiday saying the legacy of Dr. King is honored by saying no to divisive rhetoric, intolerance and injustice.
UPDATE/OPEN: Flooding Results in Road Closures in South Maui
South Kīhei Road is now OPEN as of 8 a.m. It was closed earlier this morning between North Kīhei and Uwapo Roads due to flooding.
Snow Accumulations of 2-4 Inches Forecast for Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the summits of Hawaiʻi Island, in effect from today to 6 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 19, 2021.
Moloka‘i Flood Warning
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flash Flood Warning for the island of Molokaʻi in Maui County until 6:45 a.m. HST.
Wet Weather to Stall Around Maui Between Monday and Tuesday
The National Weather Service is forecasting a cold front will move over the islands from the NW this afternoon and tonight, then stay over the central part of the island chain Monday through Tuesday.
Hawai‘i Island Man Arrested at ‘Iolani Palace
According to state officials, Tamashiro had already informed the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement that he intended to enter the palace grounds if he wasn’t given permission to gather to mark the anniversary of the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom.
Jan. 17, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 132 New Cases (86 O‘ahu, 29 Maui, 7 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Kaua‘i, 9 Out-of-State); 2 Deaths
There were 132 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Sunday, including 86 on O‘ahu, 29 on Maui, seven on Hawaiʻi Island, one on Kauaʻi and nine in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation Now Accepting Applications for 2021 Scholarship
Applications for the 2021 Presidential Scholarship Fund by the Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation are now being accepted. College-bound students are encouraged to apply for academic scholarships valued at $1,000 to $2,500. The deadline to apply is March 31.
County to Accept Summer 2021 Season Tri-Annual Permit Applications, Feb. 1-12
The Maui Department of Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for its Summer 2021 Tri-Annual Permits from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 1 to 12, 2021.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Jan. 16, 2021
Maui obituaries for the week ending Jan. 16, 2021. May they rest in peace.
Kamehameha Schools’ Buy One, Feed One Campaign Donates $40,000 to the Hawaiʻi Foodbank
Hawaiʻi Foodbank received a $40,000 donation from Kamehameha Schools’ Buy One, Feed One Hawaiʻi campaign—a movement encouraging individuals to purchase a second meal for someone impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Vaccine Distribution Delay Prompts Temporary Suspension of New Appointments for First Doses at Maui Hospital
“Unfortunately, last evening we were informed by the state that we will not be receiving the expected shipment for this weekend and next week. Because of this, we have made the difficult decision to postpone all first dose appointments scheduled between Sunday, Jan. 17 through Sunday, Feb. 7,” said Tracy Dallarda, Communications Director for Maui Health / Maui Memorial Medical Center.
Jan. 16, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 165 New Cases (114 O‘ahu, 30 Maui, 11 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Kaua‘i, 9 Out-of-State); 2 Deaths
There were 165 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Saturday, including 114 on O‘ahu, 30 on Maui, 11 on Hawaiʻi Island, one on Kauaʻi and nine in Hawaiʻi residents diagnosed outside of the state.
Pōhakuokalā Gulch Community Forest Restoration Project Plants 500 Native Trees, Removes Nearly 2,000 Invasive Trees
The completed phase marks a new milestone in restoring and regenerating Pōhakuokalā Gulch, an important watershed in Upper Kula – the project also creating jobs for the unemployed in 2020.
