Maui News
First COVID-19 Case Confirmed for Kalaupapa Settlement in Kalawao County on Moloka‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is reporting the first positive case of COVID-19 in an adult resident of Kalaupapa Settlement in Kalawao County on the island of Moloka‘i.
HIDOE Partners with ClimbHI to Connect Students with Career Opportunities with New Online Platform
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education and ClimbHI joined forces to connect students and teachers with career, internship and mentorship opportunities at Hawai‘i businesses and nonprofits.
Hawai‘i Unions Oppose Governor’s Furlough Plan
Hawaiʻi’s four public worker unions have voiced opposition to Governor David Ige’s furlough plan that calls for two unpaid days off each month for a 9.2% reduction in pay while in effect.
Shark Bite Victim on Maui Succumbs to Injuries
An adult male surfer who was bitten in an apparent shark encounter Tuesday morning at Honolua Bay, has since succumbed to his injuries early Wednesday evening, Maui Now has confirmed.
Safer without Santa, But Maui’s Christmas Spirit Lives on during Pandemic
Tis the season to be safe. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused most malls, hotels and party planners throughout Maui to forgo Santa visits for other ways to be festive.
Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing Dec. 11 in Wailea and Dec. 16 in Ha‘ikū
Drive-through COVID-19 testing will be held on: Friday, Dec. 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Shops at Wailea in South Maui; and Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Paʻuwela Cannery in Haʻikū.
Maui Seeks Two Week Closure of Bars Amid Rise in COVID-19 Cases
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is seeking approval from Gov. David Ige to temporarily close bars and bar areas within restaurants for two weeks, or until Dec. 26, 2020, to stem the recent double-digit increases in COVID-19 cases.
UH and Hawaiian Electric Collaborate on ‘Green Tariff’ To Benefit Campuses and Community
The University of Hawai‘i and Hawaiian Electric have collaborated on an innovative renewable energy initiative to help the university achieve its net-zero energy goal and bring online more cost-effective, renewable energy resources to benefit the entire state.
BREAKING: Most State Workers to be Furloughed Two Days Per Month Starting in New Year
Governor David Ige announced today that state employees will be furloughed two days a month starting Jan. 1 of 2021, to balance the state budget. The state is projecting a $1.4 billion budget shortfall in the general fund for each of the next four years.
Missouri Man Arrested on Maui for Alleged Quarantine Violation
Matthew Tittor, 42, was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2020 at around 6:54 p.m. at the Kahului Airport.
80 New COVID-19 Cases in Hawai‘i Including 15 on Maui; 4 Deaths on O‘ahu
There were 80 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 45 on O‘ahu, 15 on Maui, 12 on Hawaiʻi Island, one on Kauaʻi and seven in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed outside of the state. Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi had no new cases today.
Hawaiʻi Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 Updated by Department of Health Leadership
Dr. Libby Char, Director of the Hawaiʻi Department of Health, updated the Hawaiʻi State Senate Special Committee during a recent hearing about prevention and containment of COVID-19 clusters, vaccine distribution and new CDC recommendations regarding second tests for travelers and shorter quarantines.
Hawaiian Airlines Begins Sales for Nonstop Service Between Honolulu and Austin, Ontario & Orlando
Hawaiian Airlines has begun ticket sales for nonstop service that starts in March between Honolulu and three mainland cities: Austin, TX; Ontario, CA; and Orlando, FL.
Maui County to Distribute Holiday Food Boxes to Qualified Residents
Maui County will distribute holiday food boxes from Dec. 14 to 15 for qualified residents who received vouchers through Maui Economic Opportunity’s Hawaii Emergency Laulima Partnership program.
Pukalani Superette Celebrates 65 Years, Passes Tourch to New Generation of Leadership
As Pukalani Superette celebrates its 65th anniversary this month, the business is passing the torch to a new generation of leadership.
Maui Crime Nov. 29 – Dec. 5: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to eight burglaries, five vehicle thefts and 10 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Nov. 29 to Dec. 5, 2020.
Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Conducts First Flight Trials on Maui
Ampaire, a global leader in electric aviation, is the first to complete a demonstration flight of a hybrid-electric aircraft along an actual airline route. The company flew its Electric EEL aircraft on Nov. 22 on a 20-minute flight from Maui’s Kahului Airport across the island to Hāna and back on a single charge.
Hoapili Hale Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
An employee at Hoapili Hale (Wailuku courthouse) has tested positive for COVID-19, the Hawaii State Judiciary announced today.
53 New COVID-19 Cases in Hawai‘i Including 3 on Moloka‘i and 6 on Maui
There were 53 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Tuesday, including 39 on O‘ahu, six on Maui, five on Hawaiʻi Island, and three on Molokaʻi. The three Molokaʻi cases today were identified as household contacts. Health officials say one person had travel history, but it is unclear whether the transmission of the virus was from the traveler or as a result of community spread. The investigation is ongoing.
Florida Man with No Lodging or Pre-Flight COVID Test Arrested for Quarantine Violation on Maui
A Florida man was arrested and charged with a Rules and Orders violation related to quarantine after arriving on Maui without a valid place of lodging or a negative pre-travel COVID-19 test, police said.
