Maui News
Haleakalā National Park to Host Stargazing Program
Activities will include star talks, full moon hikes, and telescope parties.
Schatz Calls For Public Discussion on Improving Air Safety in Hawaiʻi
2019 was the deadliest year in Hawai‘i aviation in nearly three decades
Amid ʻRapid Riseʻ in Coronavirus Cases, Hawaiian Airlines Temporarily Suspends Flights to South Korea
Hawaiian Airlines today announced its decision to temporarily suspend its five-times-weekly nonstop service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Incheon International Airport (ICN), beginning March 2 through April 30, due to a spike in COVID-19 cases in South Korea.
Special Weather Statement: Windy, Wet Conditions Friday Through Sunday
The NWS says very windy and wet conditions are expected from Friday through Sunday. Winds are expected to increase by Friday morning as a strong high pressure system builds in north of the Hawaiian Islands.
Color Festival Hawai‘i Returns to the MACC, April 25
Returning to the MACC for a third year, the Color Festival Hawaiʻi brings back Maui singer-songwriter and musician, Anuhea. The festival runs from 1 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2020 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Lori Vallow Gets Jail Visit from Chad Daybell; Waives Extradition to Idaho
Lori Vallow Daybell has no scheduled visits today at the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center, however her new husband, Chad Daybell was allowed a one-hour visit yesterday afternoon, according to officials with the Department of Public Safety.
Want to Rent a Vacation Unit on Maui? How to Determine if its Permitted
With the recent enforcement and news of a large rental supply, we reached out to the Maui County Department of Planning, Zoning Administration & Enforcement Division to find out if there’s a place where the public can go to find out if rentals are vetted.
Environmental Court Rules Against County for Maui LED Streetlight Project
An environmental court ruled Monday that the Maui County Department of Public Works violated state law by failing to conduct environmental review for a streetlights project that plaintiffs said “threatens harm to Maui’s imperiled seabirds and sea turtles.”
Rep. Wildberger Pledges to Donate $4K of Salary Until Minimum Wage Increases
“My small business has been paying all my employees a minimum wage of $15 since October 2015. It means less money goes to my retirement, but it’s the right thing to do so my employees don’t have to work two or three jobs just to get by,” said Representative Tina Wildberger. “My heart breaks for the families who can’t afford to pay for their kids’ school lunches because the legislature hasn’t found a path to raise the minimum wage to keep up with the cost of living.”
OHA Scholarship Application Deadline Nears
Applications for fall semester scholarships must be submitted online by 4 p.m., on Monday, March 2.
Maui Crime Feb. 16 – Feb. 22: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 8 burglaries, 6 vehicle thefts and 10 vehicle break-ins in Maui County last week.
Active Kahoʻolawe Fire Chars More Than 6,000 Acres
The department is unable to carry out firefighting efforts by land or air due to concerns over unexploded ordnances that still exist on the island.
Program to Provide Fresh Produce For Kūpuna
Qualified seniors will receive coupons to use at farmers’ markets throughout the island.
REAL ID Compliance Made Easy for 92,000 O‘ahu Drivers
Drivers who need to become REAL ID compliant before the Oct. 1, 2020 deadline, got welcome news on Oʻahu this morning, as city officials announced a new process that will allow drivers to get a duplicate license online. The announcement prompted a surge in online demand, resulting in the inability of customers to connect with or complete their applications.
Coast Guard Intercepts Foreign Ships
During the first two months of this year, the Coast Guard has intercepted foreign ships fishing inside the US exclusive economic zone on two separate occasions.
Mana Studios to Host Hawaiian Language Film Captioning Event
Free Event ‘Ōlelo Jam on Saturday, Feb. 29.
Hawaiʻi AG Joins Multistate JUUL Investigation
The 39-state coalition is investigating JUUL’s marketing and sales practices, including targeting of youth and claims regarding nicotine content.
Customer Service, Tour Guide Courses Offered at UHMC
Registration for certification programs now open.
Day 4: Kaho‘olawe Fire Blackens Nearly 20% of Island
A fire on Kahoʻolawe continues to burn into a fourth day, and has already blackened nearly 20% of the island, according to an update issued this morning by the Kahoʻolawe Island Reserve Commission.
Utility Work Continues on Main Street in Wailuku this Sunday
Utility work continues this weekend on Main Street near the Church Street intersection in Wailuku as part of the Wailuku Town Improvement project.
