Maui News
Schatz Legislation Seeks to Improve the Way the Public Receives Emergency Alerts
The plan was developed following the false missile alert that was sent out across Hawaii in 2018.
Lay Day at Honolua as Waiting Period Opens for Maui Pro Presented by ROXY
“What we’re looking at in the waiting period is that there is a significant swell in a couple of days’ time, and that’s going to be the money day for us, so we’re really excited about that,” said Jessi Miley-Dyer, WSL Vice President of Tours and Competition.
No Tsunami Expected After 4.1 Mauna Loa Earthquake on Hawai‘i Island
There is no tsunami expected after a 4.1 preliminary magnitude earthquake reported at 7:44 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 4, 2020 on the Western Flank of Mauna Loa on Hawaiʻi Island.
Ige’s Request to Extend Federal Funding for Hawai‘i National Guard COVID-19 Assistance Approved
The funding would cover 800 soldiers and airmen, and the state has the ability to request additional funding for up to 1,300 soldiers and airmen.
High Bacteria Count Notification East of Hoaloha Park in Kahului, Maui
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health has issued a high bacteria count notification and is retesting water at Kahului Harbor east of Hoaloha Park.
New Online Resource for Maui Kūpuna and Caregivers
The Maui County Office on Aging is offering a new free online resource for Maui seniors and kūpuna caregivers to help elderly residents stay active and maintain independence.
UPDATE: Missing Kahului Man Last Seen on Wednesday Morning
Elton Ignacio, 40, of Kahului, was last seen leaving his residence on Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 at approximately 8 a.m., driving away in a gray Nissan Frontier pickup truck bearing Hawaiʻi license plate #LKN573.
Photo Gallery: Maui Surfers Kai Lenny, Billy Kemper and Albee Layer Enjoy Big Swell Off Peʻahi
Big wave surfers including Billy Kemper, Kai Lenny and Albee Layer convened at Peʻahi, famously known as “Jaws” to enjoy gigantic waves on Wednesday, Dec. 3. See the latest images below. Enjoy!
AG Indicts Michael Hirokawa, Calls Charges “Heinous Act of Sexual Violence”
Michael Hirokawa was indicted on Dec. 2, 2020 for one count of attempted murder in the second degree, one count of kidnapping, and three counts of sexual assault in the first degree.
Dec. 3, 2020 COVID-19 Update: 144 New Cases (118 O‘ahu, 14 Maui, 7 Hawai‘i Island, 2 Kaua‘i, 3 Out-of-State); 2 Deaths
There were 144 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Thursday, including 118 on O‘ahu, 14 on Maui, seven on Hawaiʻi Island, two on Kauaʻi and three in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed outside of the state. The Maui count today included cases in Kahului, Kīhei and Lahaina.
Wisdom, World’s Oldest Known, Banded Bird, Returns to Midway Atoll
At least 69 years old, biologists have confirmed that Wisdom has laid an egg and has joined her mate in taking turns to incubate it.
Big Surf is Up: Jaws Draws Big Wave Riders and Spectators to Ooh and Aah
The first big north swell of the 2020-21 season on Maui drew big wave riders including local star Kai Lenny and lots of spectators to the Peʻahi surf break known as Jaws.
$8,000 Raised for Breast Cancer Prevention on Maui
Maui County Federal Credit Union raised more than $8,000 in support of Maui Health Foundation’s Kōkua for a Cause campaign, supporting breast cancer prevention for individuals on Maui by providing life-saving mammograms and biopsies for individuals who are uninsured or under insured.
Virtual Maui Council Inauguration, Jan. 2
The inauguration of the Maui County Council for the 2021-2023 term will take place on Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. via the BlueJeans online platform.
$1.2M for UHERO COVID-19 Economic Recovery Research
The $1.2 million will enable UHERO, in UH Mānoa’s College of Social Sciences, to hire two full-time faculty and build capacity for applied research on the most pressing issues facing Hawaiʻi amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Haleakalā National Park Premieres Virtual Program for Upcoming Geminids Meteor Shower
Haleakalā National Park will offer a new virtual night sky program for the upcoming Geminids meteor shower, which will peak Dec. 13. The “Gifts of the Geminids” program is available at: www.nps.gov/hale.
Former Honolulu Police Chief, Prosecutor and Officers Sentenced in Public Corruption Case
Former Honolulu Police Chief Louis Kealoha and his wife, former Honolulu prosecutor Katherine Kealoha, were sentenced in federal court this week to 84 months and 156 months in prison, respectively, for a range of criminal conduct, including framing their relative with a crime to conceal their own fraud.
Hawaiian Names Given to Five Species Living Within Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
“Researching old names and developing new ones for species in Papahānaumokuākea that have either lost, or never had, a Hawaiian name is an important step towards honoring Hawaiian traditions and maintaining a living culture in the Hawaiian Islands,” said OHA Ka Pouhana and CEO Dr. Sylvia Hussey.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Reminds Community About Safe Driving During The Holidays
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Hawaii virtually kicked off its “Tie One On for Safety” red ribbon campaign, promoting safe driving through the holidays and upcoming year. Drivers across the country will display MADD red ribbons on their vehicles as a promise to plan ahead and designate a non-drinking driver.
State Education Board Holding Two Virtual Meetings Dec. 3 on Proposed Budget Cuts
The Hawaii State Board of Education will hold two meetings Dec. 3 to vote on the proposed Department of Education budget that could lead to the layoff of teachers.
