Maui News
County to Accept Public Testimony on Proposed Wailuku Hotel
Maui residents will have three opportunities to offer input on a proposed hotel that would sit on the corner of Main and Market Streets in Wailuku.
$692K Ha‘ikū Community Center Improvement Project Underway
Work has begun on a $692,546 upgrade project at the Haʻikū Community Center’s restroom and kitchen. The community center has been closed because of COVID-19, and improvement work will keep it closed through April 30, 2021.
No New COVID-19 Cases Today, Hawai‘i Total Unchanged at 652; 95.7% Recovered
There were no new COVID-19 case reported today, with Hawaiʻi’s COVID-19 case total remaining at 652. To date, 608 people (95.7%) have recovered including 110 in Maui County. There are currently 27 active cases in the state.
Hawaiian Electric Ramps Up Resilience Work as Hurricane Season Begins
Hurricane season officially starts today, and Hawaiian Electric is ramping up infrastructure upgrades to ensure public safety and system reliability across Oʻahu, Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawai‘i Passenger Arrivals Climbs to 1,268 on Saturday
The number of out-of-state travelers to Hawaiʻi continues to climb with more than 1,200 people arriving in Hawaiʻi on Saturday. That included 369 visitors and 373 returning residents. There were no trans-Pacific flights to Maui on Saturday.
Lahaina Service Station Fire Results in $250,000 in Damage
A fire at the Texaco service station on Papalaua Street in West Maui early Sunday morning caused an estimated $250,000 in damage.
CIvil Air Patrol Assists In Delivery of PPE and Medical Supplies to Maui
Over the weekend, volunteers with the Hawaiʻi Wing Civil Air Patrol delivered more than 800 pounds of medical supplies and Personal Protective Equipment to the Maui Emergency Management Agency to support first responders. The delivery was made with the help of Maui’s 057 squadron.
Monthly Siren, Emergency Alert System Test Today
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for Monday, June 1, 2020 at 11:45 a.m.
Scientists Gain ʻStartlingʻ Insight Into 2018 Kīlauea Eruption
Early in the eruption, HVO reported SO2 emission rates of 15,000 t/d (tonnes/day) of SO2- three times the average of the past few years.
Maui Peaceful Paddle Out for George Floyd
A peaceful Paddle Out for George Floyd was held just before sunset on the West shores of Maui on Sunday in a show of unity amid tensions nationally over the man’s death at the hands of a police officer.
LIST: Special Deals for Island Residents in Maui County
More than 250 businesses are offering kamaʻāina offers and discounts on accommodations, activities, restaurants, products and services by businesses located on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. The county’s Kamaʻāina First program officially launches tomorrow, but we’ve got preview of deals available today.
One New COVID-19 Case on Maui Brings Hawai‘i Total to 652; 95.7% Recovered
There was one new COVID-19 case reported today on the island of Maui, pushing Hawaiʻi’s COVID-19 case total to 652. To date, 608 people (95.7%) have recovered. There are currently 27 active cases in the state. Of the 120 cases in Maui County, at least 110 have been released from isolation, and 22 have required hospitalization.
Gabbard Speaks Out Against Surveillance Bill
Through legislative actions, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) opposed efforts to advance H.R.6172, the USA FREEDOM Reauthorization Act of 2020.
Maui Mayor Takes Action to Help Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino has issued a directive for County of Maui agencies to quickly review permits for repairs and renovations for businesses affected by COVID-19 impacts.
Maui Fire Crews Douse Fire at Gas Station on Papalaua Street in Lahaina
An overnight fire at a gas station on Papalaua Street in Lahaina on Maui forced road closures and detours while crews battled the blaze. Maui police rerouted traffic onto Front Street for the duration. A portion of the Honoapiʻilani Highway was closed beginning at 1 a.m.; and all roads were reopened at 5:23 a.m.
Mayor Victorino Asks Governor to Lift Interisland Quarantine on June 15
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino sent a letter to the Governor David Ige today asking him to lift the 14-day restriction on interisland travelers starting June 15, 2020.
Nine Boyd Gaming Nevada Properties to Reopen on June 4
Boyd Gaming Corporation announced plans to resume operations at nine of its Nevada properties on Thursday, June 4, pending receipt of final regulatory approvals. Properties included on the reopening list are: The Orleans, Gold Coast, Suncoast, Aliante, Cannery, Sam’s Town, Fremont, California and Jokers Wild.
VIDEO: Black Lives Matter Maui Rally Seeks Unity and Peace
The peaceful demonstration, which began at 10 a.m., included a line of individuals holding signs and chanting “I can’t breathe,” as passing motorists honked horns. The rally comes on the heels of the May 25th death of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the ongoing protests that have followed.
