Maui News
Moloka‘i Grab-And-Go Meal Service Modified After COVID-19 Case Involving High School Employee
Grab-and-go Meal Service on Molokaʻi is being modified as a precaution after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 case involving a Molokaʻi High School employee.
Second Member of Lt. Gov. Josh Green’s Security Detail Tests Positive for COVID-19
As of Sunday, Sept. 13, the two deputy sheriffs and Lt. Gov. Green are the only confirmed positive cases in the Lieutenant Governor’s Office. The remaining 11 office employees have been tested. One test result was negative and the others are pending results.
114 New COVID-19 Cases (96 O‘ahu, 2 Maui, 16 Hawai‘i Island), 2 Deaths
There were 114 new COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i today including 96 on O‘ahu, two in Maui County and 16 on Hawai‘i Island. Maui had two additional cases today, with the cumulative total rising to 375. The latest cases on Maui include one case in Lahaina and one in Kula.
Wellness Workshop Finds Strength in Cultural Practice Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Challenges
The discussion comes as the Lāhui Kānaka kapu comes to an end on Monday. The 30-day kapu was launched by a group of kumu hula to focus on mauli ola or health and wellbeing amid the ongoing challenge faced by COVID-19.
UPDATE: Ukumehame Fire on Maui Blackens 105 Acres, 100% Contained
A fire near the Ukumehame Firing Range on Maui blackened a total of 105 acres since it was first reported at mid-day on Saturday, and is now 100% contained.
September is National Preparedness Month in Hawai’i
The Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency used the first two weeks of the month to encourage residents to make a plan and build an emergency kit. The next two weeks are focused on preparing for disasters and teaching youth about preparedness.
Statewide Virtual Events Seek to Raise Awareness of Suicide Prevention
The Hawai’i Department of Health (DOH), in partnership with the Prevent Suicide Hawai’i Task Force, announced Thursday a series of online community events recognizing “Suicide Prevention Month” in Hawai’i. The virtual events will be held throughout September and October to raise public awareness about suicide prevention and the impact of suicide in Hawai’i.
Maui County Civil Air Patrol Squadron Plans Virtual Open House
The Maui County Civil Air Patrol invites the public to attend a virtual open house at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19 via Zoom.
$1.8 M in Additional Grants to Respond to COVID-19 Impacts in Maui County
Maui County will receive an additional $1,874,312 in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG-CV) intended to provide critical assistance to vulnerable populations amid the coronavirus pandemic. The additional funding would be the third disbursement of CDBG funding from the federal CARES ACt.
Happy Ending Times Two: A Lost Goat with a Surprise
MHS reports that enforcement officer Jeff Hoopi’i got the call to pick up a lost goat that had decided to follow some people on a walk in Pukalani.
Nine People Displaced by House Fire in Kīhei, Maui
Nine people were displaced by a house fire reported at around 1:32 p.m. on Saturday at a home located on Wainohia Street in Kīhei, Maui.
Air Assets Used to Battle Ukumehame Fire, 70% Contained
Maui fire crews utilized air assets to battle a brush fire near the Ukumehame Firing Range in West Maui on Saturday afternoon. At 4:12 p.m., Maui Fire officials report that the blaze is still active and about 70% contained.
131 New COVID-19 Cases (115 O‘ahu, 6 Maui, 10 Hawai‘i Island), 1 Death
There were 131 new COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i today including 115 on O‘ahu, six in Maui County and 10 on Hawai‘i Island. Hawai‘i’s COVID-19 death toll rose to 97 with the passing of one more O‘ahu residents.
UPDATE Missing Person Located: Woman Arrived on Maui on Sept. 8, May Be in Honokōhau Valley
Investigation reveals that Martina Sharica “Marmar” Wilson arrived on Maui on Tuesday Sept. 8, 2020. She indicated she would be staying in Honokōhau Valley, but gave no specific residence or address. Per family, Wilson stated she was moving to Maui to become a “holistic teacher/healer at a local village.”
BREAKING: Lt. Gov. Josh Green Tests Positive for COVID-19
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green has tested positive for Covid-19, his office has confirmed.
Colorado Woman Arrested on Maui in May for Quarantine Violation, Arrested Again This Time for Alleged Assault in Hāna
A Colorado woman who was arrested on Maui in May for an alleged quarantine violation, is back in police
State and Federal Authorities Seek Information on Monk Seal Death
State and federal authorities are investigating the death of a juvenile Hawaiian monk seal found deceased in the Anahola area of Kaua‘i on Thursday.
Member of Lt. Gov. Josh Green’s Team Tests Positive for COVID-19
Lt. Gov. Green will be tested again today, as he was in close contact with the positive team member and will isolate accordingly. He plans to share his test results once they are available.
MPD: Suspect Uses a Golf Club to Strike Bicyclist in “Unprovoked Attack” in Ha‘ikū, Maui
On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, between 9:30 and 10 p.m., a male was riding his bicycle on Haʻikū Road when he was confronted by another male operating a newer model white pickup truck, possibly a Toyota. Police say the suspect exited the vehicle and struck the bicyclist with a golf club several times, causing injury.
167 New COVID-19 Cases (142 O‘ahu, 4 Maui, 21 Hawai‘i Island), 2 Deaths
Hawai‘i’s COVID-19 death toll rose to 96 with the passing of two more O‘ahu residents. Details are pending release. Maui had four additional cases today, with the cumulative total rising to 367. The latest cases on Maui included one case each in Wailuku, Kahului and Lahaina, and one case in one of the outlying remote communities of Maui County.
