Maui News
Lt. Gov. Green Appointed as COVID-19 Liaison
Green to serve as the administration’s liaison between the state and healthcare community as it pertains to COVID-19 preparedness and response.
Update/Located: Search Underway for Missing Sonoma County Boy
Update: 9:59 a.m. 3.5.20. The Maui Police Department would like to thank the public for the assistance. Both Autumn STONE and Santiago BARROS-STONE were located, in good health and are currently with Police.
House Approves Committee to Combat Economic Impacts of COVID-19
Resolution creates select committee to prepare for economic impacts of virus.
Mayor Extends Condolences to Leslie “Uncle Les” Kuloloio
“Uncle Les was a true Hawaiian civic leader,” Mayor Victorino said in a statement. “His passing is a great loss for our community. Joycelyn and I send our heartfelt sympathy to the Kuloloio ʻohana and everyone in our community who has been touched by Uncle Les’ deep spirituality and knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture.”
Democratic Party of Hawai‘i Holds Precinct Elections Tonight
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i Precinct, District, County, and State Conventions Delegate Elections take place tonight (March 4, 2020) at locations across the state. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the meetings begin at 7 p.m.
Kama to Lead Hawaiian Homes Centennial Conference
Veteran homestead community organizer and Wailuku Councilwoman Tasha Kama will discuss housing at the puwalu, or conference, set for March 20 and 21 at Above The Wave.
Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death Detected in Fifth Tree on O‘ahu
On the Big Island Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death has killed or injured hundreds of thousands of trees. The ‘Ōhi‘a species is considered the most important endemic tree in the state, comprising approximately 80% of Hawai‘i’s native forests.
Hawai‘i Can Now Process Up To 250 COVID19 Tests a Week
“In the past we were limited to testing people who were exposed in China or people who were exposed to an existing case. That’s now been expanded dramatically and we do expect a lot more testing to occur as a result,” said Dr. Bruce Anderson.
MEO to Host Medication Reconciliation Sessions
Times Pharmacy will be holding free one-on-one medication reconciliation sessions at the Maui Economic Opportunity Family Center in Wailuku on March 9 and 23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Public Asked to Remain Calm as County Monitors Coronavirus
County of Maui departments and agency partners are continuing to meet regularly to discuss continuity of operations plans and emergency procedures in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
New Signs to Show Original Place Names of Central Maui
Project leaders plan to install the signs in June.
Bill Aims to Eliminate ‘Excessive Court Fines’
According to Schatz, courts across the country often impose fines, fees, and monetary bail without considering an individual’s ability to pay – disproportionately impacting low income communities and communities of color.
Honolulu Festival Cancelled Amid Coronavirus Concerns
The 26th Annual Honolulu Festival has been cancelled days before its scheduled start on Friday, due to coronavirus concerns. Foundation officials made the decision in response to recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, State of Hawaiʻi, and Japan’s government that precautions be taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, including the cancellation or postponement of large gatherings of people.
International Event, FESTPAC Hawai‘i, Postponed Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Event organizers for the 13th Festival of the Pacific Arts & Culture or FESTPAC announced Monday that it will postpone the international event due to growing global concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak.
Alaska Airlines Hosts $99 One-Way Fare Sale Between Hawai‘i and California
Alaska Airlines announced a $99 one-way fare sale taking place March 3 to March 5 for travel between Hawai‘i and California. The fare sale continues until 10 p.m. HST on March 5 and is good for travel between April 21, 2020 and May 20, 2020 for flights on Tues/Wed only on most of the airline’s HI-CA routes.
Eight Visitors Rescued at Maui’s Makamaka‘ole Stream
Eight visitors were airlifted to safety this evening after becoming stranded by rising waters at Makamakaʻole Gulch on Maui. Those rescued included three juveniles and one adult male from Oregon and a group of four (two men and two women) from Illinois.
Hawaiʻi COVID-19 Daily Update, March 2
Of the 90 individuals who are self-monitoring with public health supervision, 83 are on O‘ahu, 5 are on Hawai‘i Island, 1 is on Maui, and 2 are on Kaua‘i.
Traffic Advisory: Kahekili Highway Temporary Closure Due to Flooding
Update: 3:49 p.m., March 2, 2020: Kahekili Highway is temporarily closed at Makaʻala Street due to water and debris on the roadway. Work is estimated to take approximately four hours. Motorists are asked to please avoid the area if possible.
Kepaniwai Park Closed Due to Flooding
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation announced the closure of Kepaniwai Park due to flooding and unsafe conditions. Department of Public Works staff are clearing drainage areas along the roadway and taking other safety precautions. Public Works staff will continue cleanup efforts Tuesday morning, while DPR staff assess park conditions.
