Maui News
Maui Lane Closures
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Volcano Update: Oct. 24, 2019
Volcano Watch is a weekly article and activity update written by U.S. Geological
Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and affiliates. This article is by HVO technician Frank Younger.
Two Little Fire Ant Infestations Under Treatment on Maui
There are currently seven sites being treated on Oʻahu, two on Maui and one on Kauaʻi for infestation of LFA.
High Bacteria Count at Teen Challenge in Olowalu, Maui
The public is advised of a water quality exceedance of enterococci at Teen Challange (Mile 14 of the Honoapiilaniʻilani Highway) in Olowalu, Maui.
UH Cancer Center Gets $2M to Study Genetic Risk Factors to Environmental Toxins
The University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center received a $2M grant to research the influence of genetics on an individual’s susceptibility to environmental toxins and carcinogens.
Coast Guard, Partners Hold Annual Response Exercise off Maui
A two-day search and rescue exercise took place on Maui this week.
The collaborative exercise dubbed SAREX was hosted by the US Coast
Guard.
State Working to Remove Grounded Sailboat in Launiupoko, Maui
State crews are working to remove a grounded sailboat that was observed this morning in an area south of Launiupoko Beach Park in West Maui.
Maui Lawsuit Alleges Birth Defects Caused by Monsanto’s “Reckless Use of Pesticides”
Both families lived in Hale Piʻilani, a residential neighborhood located less than 500 yards from Monsanto’s Mokulele fields in Kīhei, Maui.
High Surf Advisory for Maui and Moloka‘i
Surf is expected to be in the 10 to 15 foot range along the north facing shores of Maui, Molokaʻi and Oʻahu today, resulting in rip currents and localized beach erosion.
$1M National Science Foundation Grant to Fund UH Computer Cluster
The funds will allow the university to acquire and deploy a new community computer cluster in support of computational and data-intensive research for the 10-campus system.
20th Pacific Media Group Kahului Job Fair, Oct. 26
Pacific Media Group hosts the 20th edition of its Kahului Job Fair this Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center Court in Kahului.
Gabbard Will Not Seek Re-Election to House, Focusing on Presidential Race
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard announced that she will not seek re-election to the US House of Representatives and will continue to focus her efforts on her campaign for President.
Kahana Ridge Fire Extinguished
The Kahana Ridge Fire in West Maui was declared extinguished as of 12:44 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, according to the Maui Fire Department.
Schatz Urges FCC to Lift Funding Cap on USF Programs
“Especially in rural areas, USF programs have been key to redefining access to services and ensuring that the most vulnerable Americans have the tools and bandwidth necessary to communicate with one another, receive telehealth services, and engage in teaching and learning online,” the senators wrote.
Maui County Readies for 6th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival
Maui County is gearing up for its largest products show, the annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, which returns on Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2.
Hearing on Rules Relating to Fines for Unpermitted Transient Vacation Rentals
The Planning Department has scheduled a public hearing for Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019 at 5 p.m. at the Kalana Pakui conference room in Wailuku regarding amending the Department’s rules relating to fines for unpermitted transient vacation rental operations.
Kama Holds Meeting to Discuss Unsheltered Homeless Impacts and Solutions
Kahului Council Member Tasha Kama held a community meeting tonight (Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019) at the site of the old Kahului Safeway.
Man Arrested on Terroristic Threatening Charge in Wailuku
Maui police arrested and charged a man with terrorist threatening and attempted assault after responding to a report of a possible stabbing in Wailuku on Tuesday evening.
Scientists Take ‘Important Step’ to Saving Endangered Kiwikiu
In an effort to lower the risk of extinction for the kiwikiu (Maui Parrotbill), seven birds have been relocated to a new home that sicentists hope will provide more “productive” breeding conditions.
BREAKING: Sylva Found Guilty of Lesser Manslaughter Charge in Mall Slaying
The jury in the murder trial of Kumulipo Sylva found the defendant guilty of manslaughter based on extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
