Maui News
Night traffic signal work to close lanes at Hāna Highway and Haleakalā Highway intersection
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation notifies the public of night lane closures for traffic signal work at the intersection of Hāna Highway and Haleakalā Highway. The closure will be from 9 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 20 to 6 a.m., Friday Nov. 21.
PUC approves Young Brothers rate increase to preserve intraisland shipping services
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission has unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for Young Brothers LLC, effective Jan. 1, 2026. In its approval, the PUC cited YB’s escalating financial instability and the overriding public interest in avoiding an abrupt loss of the regulated intraisland shipping services YB provides.
DOH updates interim rules for Medical Cannabis Dispensaries
The updates are intended to improve the medical cannabis patient experience and to provide for the protection of the health and safety of qualifying patients and the general public.
USPS Operation Santa now open for Letter Adoption
The US Postal Service today announced that USPS Operation Santa is now open for letter adoption for the 2025 holiday season. Starting today, individuals, families, workplaces and community groups can adopt letters to Santa and help make the holidays brighter for children and families across the country.
Hotel Wailea announces spectacular holiday dining
The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea has unveiled its holiday dinner calendar. For Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s, The Restaurant presents a feast of decadent flavors with a tropical twist; and for those who would rather dine cozily at home, there’s also a takeaway option.
Hawaiʻi Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird StampArt Contest opens for entries
Artists are invited to submit entries to the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife for the 2026-27 Hawaiʻi Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird StampArt Contest. All entries must be received by Feb. 23, 2026.
Trace levels of selenium detected in Lahaina Water System
Trace levels of selenium have been detected for the first time in water samples during routine water testing of the Lahaina Water System, which services Lahaina, Honokōwai and Nāpili, according to the County of Maui Department of Water Supply.
Flag guidance issued in honor of Maui Council Member Kama and Former Vice President Cheney
Gov. Josh Green has ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Hawaiʻi to continue to be flown at half-staff at all state offices, state agencies and all Hawaiʻi National Guard facilities until sunset on Thursday, Nov. 20, in honor of Maui County Council Member Tasha Kama and former Vice President Dick Cheney. Funeral services for Kama will take place on Nov. 19, and for Cheney on Nov. 20.
First reading of Bill 9 on TVRs in apartment districts scheduled for Dec. 1
The bill that would phase out transient vacation rental uses in the apartment zoning districts is being scheduled for a special council meeting Dec. 1 at 9 a.m., Council Chair Alice L. Lee announced today.
MEO names Sharon Shough Employee of the Month
Enlace Hispano Program Specialist Sharon Shough has been named Maui Economic Opportunity’s Employee of the Month for September.
Maui nonprofits Kahākūkahi Foundation and Whale Trust among finalists for KaiAloha’s Eco Warrior Grant
This Thanksgiving season, the retail brand KaiAloha Supply is celebrating the spirit of giving with the launch of their 2025 Eco Warrior Grant.
Three Maui golfers qualify for 2026 Sony Open in Hawaiʻi amateur field
Three Maui golfers — Anson Cabello of Kahului, Reagan James Miles of Kīhei and Tyler Loree of Kula — are among the 12 amateurs selected to compete in the 2026 Sony Open in Hawaiʻi Qualifier on Nov. 24 at Waiʻalae Country Club.
Deadly crash claims life of Kula woman
A 21-year-old Kula woman suffered fatal injuries in a single-vehicle collision on Holopuni Road in Kula on Saturday afternoon. The crash occurred about 340 feet east of Pūlehu Road at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Nov. 15, 2025.
Administration removes coffee tariffs following bipartisan effort led by Reps. Tokuda, Timmons
US Reps. Jill Tokuda (D-HI-02) and William Timmons (R-SC-04), co-chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Coffee Caucus had led a bipartisan letter earlier this year urging the administration to remove coffee from tariffs in an effort to protect American jobs and secure a stable supply chain for the US economy.
Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea to host islandwide e-cycle fundraiser Nov. 22
The Rotary Satellite Club of Kīhei-Wailea has announced an upcoming islandwide E-Cycle Fundraiser to help safely dispose of old electronics while raising funds for community projects.
Royal Lahaina GM named to Hotel Management’s 2025 ‘GMs to Watch’ list
Nicholas Kuhns, general manager of Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, has been named to Hotel Management’s “2025 GMs to Watch” list, recognizing creative, resilient and dynamic leaders in the hospitality industry.
OHA and DHHL to discuss housing: Exclusive negotiation period begins for Kakaʻako Makai Lot I
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the Department of Hawaiian Homelands are entering into an exclusive negotiation period regarding one of OHA’s nine parcels of land in Kaka‘ako Makai for potential residential development.
Imua Family Services Names Jeremiah Savage as Chief Financial Officer
Imua Family Services has appointed Jeremiah Savage as its Chief Financial Officer, a new position within the agency designed to strengthen the organization’s financial infrastructure and support its 78-year-old mission of helping children across Maui County reach their full potential.
Previously on Oʻahu and Big Island, ‘Hot Kūpuna Nights’ a first for Lahaina on Nov. 20
The County of Maui Office of Recovery, in collaboration with Hawaiian Music Perpetuation Society, is hosting Hot Kūpuna Nights on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Royal Lahaina Resort Ballroom.
Krank Cycles seeking volunteer help to assemble 450 bikes for Christmas giveaway
Krank Cycles Maui is seeking volunteer help to assemble 450 bicycles for a Christmas giveaway for deserving keiki in Maui County.
