Maui News
Global Music Icon Mariah Carey Returns To Hawai‘i in March
The March 10, 2020 concert marks Mariah’s first return to Hawaiʻi after she triumphantly took the stage for three sold-out shows in 2016, selling more than 21,000 tickets.
$20K Raised for Keiki Whale Watches
The Pacific Whale Foundation recently raised $20,000 for its signature Keiki Whalewatch program through its annual online auction.
Illegal Parking, Trespassing at Jaws Challenge Sparks Community Concern
Representatives from the Hāna Highway Regulation committee say they received numerous complaints from Haʻikū residents regarding illegal parking and trespassing on private property during the contest on Thursday.
Haʻikū Private School Gifted $75K in Grants
“This year our operating costs have increased, and the generosity of these organizations is inspiring.”
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Dec. 15
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of Dec. 15. May they Rest In Peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Molokaʻi Gets New Wheelchair Accessible Bus
The bus will join the rural shuttle fleet, transporting residents to and from the East and West ends of the island into Kaunakakai Town.
Nonresidents Will Soon Have to Pay for Parking at “Big Beach”
Beginning the first week of January, nonresidents will have to pay $5 for parking at the Mākena State Park.
Pāʻia Brush Fire Scorches 600 Acres
Officials say there will be road closures and evacuations, and are urging the public to avoid the area.
County: Lahaina Banyan Tree Will be Lit This Holiday Season
The iconic banyan tree on Front Street will soon be adorned with Christmas lights!
LIST: Maui Lane Closures This Week
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Humane Society Waives Adoption Fees Until End of Year
The Humane Society is open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
North, West Shores Under Brown Water Advisory
Debris has begun to enter coastal waters due to 18 to 24-foot surf.
MPD to Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks
Using aerial fireworks without a permit or license can be prosecuted as a Class C felony.
42-Year-Old Man Arrested in Late Night Shooting
A 42-year-old male has been arrested for allegedly shooting a 31-year-old male victim Thursday night, according to a Maui Police Department press release.
Architects Sought For Urban Design Review Board
The board is responsible for advising the planning department on design related matters involving projects throughout the county.
Scientists: Volcano Alert Level at Normal
“Neither Kīlauea nor Mauna Loa erupted in 2019, but this period of relative quiet must not lead to complacency about Hawaii’s two most active volcanoes. Both will eventually erupt again.”
LIST: Hāna Highway Lane Closures
Officials say lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Vacation Rental Fine Hikes to Take Effect
Beginning Dec. 27, illegal short-term vacation rentals will be fined $20,000, plus another $10,000 each day the operation continues.
Bill to Tow Drunken Drivers Passes First Reading
A new bill that would allow police to tow the vehicles of drunken drivers upon arrest passed its first reading before the Maui County Council on Thursday.
Alms, Kemper Crowned Jaws Big Wave Champions
Mauiʻs own Billy Kemper and Paige Alms took the menʻs and womenʻs division titles respectively at this yearʻs Jaws Big Wave Championships.
