Maui News
All KS Campuses and Preschools to Begin Distance Learning After Spring Break
In response to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation, Kamehameha Schools (KS) announced all three of its K-12 campuses and its 29 preschools will implement their respective distance learning and educational support programs when school resumes after their respective spring breaks. During this period, there will be no on-campus student instruction or student activities.
“15 Days to Slow the Spread”: Visitors Urged Postpone Vacation at Least 30-Days
Gov. Ige strongly encouraged our visitors to postpone their vacations for at least the next 30-days and reschedule for a later date.
Maui Senators Update Constituents as Legislative Session is Suspended
Hawai’i State senators from Maui released a video Monday afternoon announcing the suspension of senate sessions. Senate Majority Leader J. Kalani English of Maui announced in the video that the state legislature will be in recess until after the pandemic is over. The decision came as a precautionary move to protect the safety of Hawai’i residents.
County Waiving Online Convenience, Transaction Fees
The County of Maui announced today that the Departments of Finance and Water Supply will be waiving all credit card convenience and transaction fees for online payments for real property tax, solid waste and water bills.
Pop Up Recycling Event Canceled
Go Green, a monthly pop up recycling event in Lahaina, has been canceled for March to “safeguard the health of our community in light of COVID-19,” event organizers announced today.
Scientists Are Finding Ways to Save the Haleakalā Silversword
The rare Haleakalā Silversword, or Hinahina, has dwindled in recent yers due to warming climate conditions.
Hawai‘i’s Coronavirus Total Now 14: Includes Big Island’s First and One More on Maui
The state Department of Health is reporting that that the Big Island of Hawaiʻi has its first confirmed COVID-19 case. As of 2:45 p.m., there were four new cases–two additional presumptive positive cases on Oʻahu, an additional case on Maui, and a single case on Hawaiʻi Island, bringing the state total to 14. State officials will address the new cases during a 3 p.m. press briefing today.
More Than $450K Allotted For Lānaʻi Conservation Projects
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and Pūlama Lānaʻi allocated more than $450,000 in grants for six conservation projects on Lānaʻi.
Apparent Drowning at Hāmoa Bay in Hāna, Maui
A 38-year-old Maui man died in an apparent drowning incident at Hāmoa Bay in Hāna, Maui. The incident was reported at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2020.
Line of Showers to Produce Strong Wind Gusts Across Moloka‘i
At 11:49 .m., the line was moving toward the east at 30 mph over the western portion of the island. Winds in excess of 40 mph are possible as the line of showers moves across Molokaʻi through 12:15 p.m.
Another Visitor to Maui Tests Positive for COVID-19, Resort Confirms Cleaning Protocols Underway
An individual who tested positive for COVID-19 is a guest at the Westin Nanea Ocean Ocean Villas, a Marriott Bonvoy property located in Kāʻanapali, Maui Now has confirmed.
Hawaiian Airlines Suspends Flights to Sapporo
Hawaiian Airlines announced today it will suspend thrice-weekly nonstop service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) and Sapporo’s New Chitose Airport (CTS) from April 2 through July 18.
Small Plane Upside Down at Kahului Airport, Maui
Emergency crews are on the scene of a small plane that is laying upside down at Kahului Airport on Maui. Witnesses tell us the incident occurred at around 9 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. The tail rotor number is N738DB. The Flightware website lists the last registered (Nov. 2019) owner as Fly Maui LLC out of Kihei, Maui.
USDA Working to Ensure ʻSafety and Timely Deliveryʻ of US Food Supply
Representatives from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) say they are working to ensure the “safety and timely delivery of the US food supply while protecting the health of USDA employees during this COVID-19 National Emergency.”
USDA Announces Feeding Program Partnership in Response to COVID-19
US Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue today announced a collaboration with the Baylor Collaborative on Hunger and Poverty, McLane Global, PepsiCo, and others to deliver nearly 1,000,000 meals to students in a limited number of rural schools closed due to COVID-19:
White House Press Briefing: Updates on Increased Testing, Telehealth
President Donald Trump began by noting that last night, the FDA announced new policies to further increase testing for COVID-19. All states can now authorize tests developed and used within their borders in addition to the FDA.
Flood Watch Extended Through Early Wednesday Morning
The National Weather Service says, “A Kona Low west of the state will continue to produce bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms across portions of the island chain through tonight, and possibly into Wednesday. While all islands could experience flooding rainfall, the greatest risk for flooding will be on Kauaʻi and Oʻahu, where soils are already saturated due to recent heavy rain.”
Haleakalā National Park Temporary Closures Begin March 17, 2020
Following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and recommendations from state and local public health in consultation with the National Park Service, effective March 17, 2020, Haleakalā National Park will have the following temporary closures until further notice:
HHSAA Directive Places Moratorium on Practices Effective Immediately
The Hawaiʻi High School Athletic Association in conjunction with its member leagues have collectively agreed that effective immediately, all interscholastic practices will also be added to the list of suspended activities, in addition to competition, in an effort to minimize the potential community spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Mayor’s Budget Amendment Would Make $4M Available for Coronavirus Response
Mayor Michael Victorino submitted a proposed bill to the County Council on Monday that would make $4 million available from the emergency fund to support the County of Maui’s efforts in addressing COVID-19 impacts.
