Maui News
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.
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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.
Full Detour for W. Vineyard Street between Market and Church Streets in Wailuku
West Vineyard Street will be fully closed between Market and Church streets starting on Monday, Dec. 14, 2020. The closure is expected to continue through January 2021.
Dec. 2, 2020 COVID-19 Update: 78 New Cases (63 O‘ahu, 4 Maui, 1 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Kaua‘i, 9 Out-of-State)
There were 78 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 63 on O‘ahu, four on Maui, one each on Hawaiʻi Island and Kauaʻi and nine in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed outside of the state. The Maui count today included cases in Lahaina and Kula. Both Kīhei and Lahaina have a medium range of infections with 41 cases reported in Kīhei in the last 14 days, and 23 cases in Lahaina reported over the same period.
Gov. Ige Appoints Max Otani as Public Safety Director
Gov. David Ige announced the appointment of Max Otani to serve as the director of the Department of Public Safety, effective Dec. 1, 2020. Otani replaces Nolan Espinda, who retired in September.
Meetings Seek Feedback on Maui’s 5,000-Unit Comprehensive Affordable Housing Plan
Maui nonprofits, Hawaiian Community Assets joins Akakū: Maui Community Media in hosting a series of community meetings from December 2020 through February 2021 to gather feedback from local residents on the development the County’s 5,000-unit Comprehensive Affordable Housing Plan.
Nominees Announced for 2020 Annual Mayor’s Small Business Awards
The Maui Chamber of Commerce announced the nominees for the 2020 Mayor’s Small Business Awards. Nominees and winners will be honored during a virtual event on Tuesday, Dec. 8 from 6:30-8:30 pm.
Maui Financial Opportunity Center Opens in Wailuku
A Financial Opportunity Center is now open in Wailuku to provide intervention for economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic. With its new location in Wailuku, the FOC aims to assist 3,000 Maui residents and families in qualifying for affordable rentals and mortgage financing over the course of three years.
No December Go Green Recycling for West Maui; Next Event Jan. 9
he monthly Go Green Recycling event for bulky items in West Maui will not be held in December; the next event is Jan. 9.
DLNR: Kahakapao Recreation Area on Maui is a “Hot-Spot” for Illegal Trails
Illegal trails have become a concern with the state Department of Land and Natural Resources identifying 21 such paths crossing the popular Pineapple Express mountain bike trail alone at the Kahakapao Recreation Area on Maui.
Hawaiian Electric Aerial Line Inspections in Upcountry and Central Maui on Dec. 4
Hawaiian Electric will be using a helicopter for routine aerial power line inspections on Friday, Dec. 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., in the Upcountry and Central Maui area, weather permitting.
Maui Crime Nov. 22 – 28: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to four burglaries, 12 vehicle thefts and three vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Nov. 22 to 28, 2020.
Dec. 1, 2020 COVID-19 Update: 44 New Cases (32 O‘ahu, 5 Maui, 6 Hawai‘i Island)
There were 44 new COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Tuesday, including 32 on O‘ahu, five on Maui and six on Hawai‘i Island. Maui count today included cases in Kīhei, Lahaina and Makawao. Kīhei darkened to the medium range two weeks ago with 41 cases reported there in the last 14 days. Lahaina is also in the medium range with 19 cases reported over the same period.
