Maui News
Roadwork Slated for South Maui
The Department of Public Works will begin a pavement preservation project in the Maui Meadows Subdivision on Oct. 15.
7th Rat Lungworm Case of 2019 Confirmed in Visitor to Hawai‘i Island
A case of rat lungworm disease was confirmed in an adult visitor to Hawai‘i Island, bringing to seven the total amount of confirmed cases of angiostrongyliasis in Hawai‘i so far this year.
Meeting on Maunakea Administrative Rules Moved to Hawaiʻi Island
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents will decide on proposed administrative rules for managing land on Maunakea next month at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.
Mayor’s Community Budget Meeting Tonight in Kīhei
The Mayor’s Community Budget Meeting for South Maui takes place tonight, Oct. 8, at 5:30 p.m. at the Kīhei Community Center.
Target to Hire 1,000 Seasonal Team Members in Hawai‘i
National retailer, Target plans to hire more than 1,000 seasonal team members in Hawaiʻi this holiday season. The first of two national hiring events will take place in each Target store this weekend, Oct. 11-13, 2019.
Water Restored to 100 Kula Customers
An estimated 100 customers in Kula were without water overnight due to a valve problem at the Omaopio Tank.
Federal Rule Proposed to Protect Pacific Humpback Whale Habitat
Endangered Whales Threatened by Fishing Gear, Ship Strikes, Oil Spills
Original Hawaiian Homes Leases Near 99-Year Mark
The first leases awarded through the Hawaiian Homes Commission Act are approaching the 99-year lease limit.
NOAA Needs Help Counting Hawaiian Monk Seals
NOAA Fisheries is calling on all marine life enthusiasts to help them survey Mauiʻs shores for endangered Hawaiian monk seals.
Mā‘alaea Mauka Brush Fire Now 100% Contained
The Māʻalaea Mauka brush fire that started last week Wednesday, Oct. 2, is now 100% contained as of this morning, according to Maui fire officials.
Comments on East Maui Water Lease, Draft EIS Due by Nov. 7
The applicant notes that the lease would also allow the continued provision of water to approximately 30,000 acres of agricultural lands (formerly in sugarcane) in Central Maui.
$10M in Federal Funds Dedicated to Native Hawaiian Education, Development
Nearly $10 million dollars from the federal government will support programs that promote Native Hawaiian education and enrichment.
Application Deadlines Approaching for Kamehameha Schools Scholarships
Kamehameha Schools is encouraging current college students to apply for its multiple scholarship opportunities.
Maui Fair Attendance on Par With Last Year
Thousands of fair goers spent the weekend exploring the grounds of the 97th Maui Fair, which offered four days of family fun and entertainment at the War Memorial Complex in Wailuku.
Health Advisory Urges Public to Stop Vaping
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health today issued a health advisory urging everyone to stop vaping, no matter the substance or source, until current nationwide investigations are complete.
Join Maui Now as we Paddle for Life!
Paddle for Life, an annual fundraiser benefiting Maui Countyʻs cancer community, will be taking place this weekend.
Illegal Lay Net Seized at Kane‘ohe Bay, O‘ahu
An estimated 1,000 feet of unattended lay net was recovered from within Kaneʻohe Bay on Oʻahu on Sunday following a citizen complaint filed with the state DLNR.
DMVL Offices to Close for Staff Training on Oct. 11
The County of Maui Department of Finance’s Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing announced that all of its offices will be closed this Friday, Oct. 11, for staff training.
72-Acre Travaasa Hāna in East Maui Gets New Owners
Mani Brothers Real Estate Group purchased the 72-acre Travaasa Hāna resort in East Maui for an undisclosed amount. The transaction was completed on Sept. 26.
KarMART Gives Away Free Car at Maui Fair
Kayle Fancher of upcountry is the lucky winner of the KarMART car giveaway that was held earlier tonight at the Maui Fair.
