Maui News
Hawai‘i’s Oldest Community College Exceeds $100,000 Goal for 100 Year Anniversary
Honolulu Community College celebrated its 100 year anniversary as Hawai‘i’s oldest community college by exceeding its fundraising goal of $100,000 by Dec. 31 – raising $168,000 in a few months.
Water Shutdown to Affect Portions of Homes in Mākena Area, March 2
A portion of homes in the Mākena area will have their water shut off from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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Maui’s Puamana Remains Closed Indefinitely for Erosion Hazards, Protection of Hawaiian Burials
Puamana Beach Park on Maui will remain closed indefinitely due to erosion safety concerns and to protect exposed Hawaiian burials, the Department of Parks and Recreation announced.
Pair of Aquarium Fishers Fined Record $272,000 for Illegal Harvest in Kona
The Board of Land and Natural Resources voted unanimously on Friday to fine two Hawai‘i island aquarium fishers $272,000 in civil fines for multiple violations of Hawai‘i Administrative Rules related to an illegal aquarium fishing incident in Kona in 2020.
Nurses and Health Care Workers at Maui Health System Reach Tentative Agreement for New Contract
The registered nurses and other health care workers of Maui Health System have reached a tentative contract agreement with MHS management early Friday morning after a marathon meeting.
Pohoiki Boat Ramp Restoration After 2018 Kīlauea Eruption to Cost Millions
Restoration of a widely-used boat ramp at Pohoiki Bay, in the Puna District of Hawai‘i island, blocked by new sand during the 2018 Puna lava eruption is estimated to take between nine months and six or more years, and cost between $2.5 and $28 million.
DOE Explores Viability of Reopening Elementary Schools for In-Person Learning in Fourth Quarter
The state Department of Education is looking into the possibility of reopening elementary schools for in-person instruction for the final quarter of this school year.
Gov. Ige Attends Virtual NGA Meeting; President Biden and Transportation Secretary Discuss Economic Recovery
Gov. David Ige participated in the National Governors’ Association’s virtual Winter Meeting this week, to discuss efforts to end the COVID-19 public health crisis and debate ways to ensure a strong and equitable economic recovery.
Coupons for Fresh Produce Now Available for Low-Income Seniors
Applications now are being accepted for the 2021 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program, which provides low-income seniors with fresh produce from Maui farmers’ markets.
Public Feedback Sought Regarding Maui County’s 5,000-Unit Affordable Housing Plan
The local nonprofit Hawaiian Community Assets (HCA) is seeking feedback from residents regarding Maui County’s affordable housing plan that will guide the building of 5,000 affordable housing units over the next five years.
Feb. 26, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 44 New Cases (25 O‘ahu, 15 Maui, 1 Hawai‘i, 1 Kaua‘i, 2 Out-of-State); 2 Deaths
There were 44 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Friday, including 25 on O‘ahu, 15 on Maui, one on Hawai‘i Island, one on Kaua‘i, and two in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed out-of-state.
Mayor Victorino Supports Limited In-Person School Commencement Ceremonies
Maui County Mayor Michael Victorino issued a statement supporting the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education’s decision to allow public schools to hold in-person 2021 commencement exercises if they are outdoors and follow health guidelines with limited attendance and mandatory mask wearing.
Goodfellow Bros. Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary
Goodfellow Bros. Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary with $50,000 Grant to Local Charities
New P.2 Variant Found on O‘ahu; B.1.429 Variant Associated with Increased COVID-19 Cases on Maui
The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s State Laboratories Division has confirmed a variant of concern, associated with an increase of COVID-19 cases on Maui.
Nominations Sought for Outstanding Older Americans in Maui County
The Maui County Office on Aging is seeking nominations for Maui County’s 52nd Annual Outstanding Older American Male and Female of Maui County.
Campaign Encourages Chemical-Free Landscaping to Protect Coral Reefs
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council has launched an educational campaign to encourage private and public landowners, golf courses and landscapers to switch to organic land management.
Maui Meadows Pavement Preservation to Prompt Keha Drive Closure
The slurry seal treatment work will result in a full roadway closure of Keha Drive, from Hoʻokipa Place to Kupulau Drive.
FAA to Install 23 Weather Cameras Across Hawai‘i
The Federal Aviation Administration will install 23 weather cameras across the state that will provide pilots videos of changing weather conditions in near-real-time.
Affordable Housing Survey Seeks Input From West Maui Community
The West Maui Taxpayers Association is conducting a survey focused on understanding the opinions and attitudes of community members who currently live or work in West Maui and where they would like to see housing built for their families.
50 mph Gusts Forecast for Maui and Hawai‘i Counties
The National Weather Service is forecasting 20 to 30 mph winds with localized gusts up to 50 mph in Maui and Hawaiʻi Counties.
