Maui News
Maui Obon Schedule 2019
The Japanese Buddhist tradition of obon will be held throughout the island at various missions on Maui throughout the summer.
New Eyes in the Sky for Monitoring Hawaiian Volcanoes
The 2018 eruption of Kīlauea Volcano presented an opportunity for the U.S. Geological Survey to adopt unmanned aerial systems to better monitor the eruption.
Headwall Repair on Kahekili Hwy Topic of Meeting
The project is to repair a culvert headwall just south of the Maluhia Country Estates subdivision. The headwall was damaged during a storm in February.
Council’s Budget Transmitted to Mayor, Affordable Housing Highlighted
A significant action was the council’s move to double the appropriation of real property tax revenue to the Affordable Housing Fund from 2% to 4%.
Kamehameha Schools Unveils Virtual Field Trip
Kamehameha Schools has launched a new educational virtual huaka‘i or field trip highlighting the environmental and cultural treasures at Makalawena.
Maui Gas Prices Experience Slight Dip
Maui gas prices averaged $3.83 for regular. That’s one cent lower than last week, the same price as last month and 19 cents lower than last year.
World Oceans Day at Maui Ocean Center, June 8
Maui Ocean Center is hosting The Worlds Ocean Day event featuring live performances by Marty Dread and Nā Wai ʻEhā at the Aquarium on Saturday, June 8, 2019.
OHA CEO Kamanaopono Crabbe Announces He Will Resign
After seven years at the helm, Office of Hawaiian Affairs CEO, Kamana‘opono Crabbe today announced his plans to resign at the end of this month.
Child Injured at Bamboo Forest in Kailua
Fire crews responded to a report of a child that was injured while on a hike in Kailua in the area often referred to as the “Bamboo Forest.”
Flood Advisory Lifted for Molokaʻi
As of 7:45 a.m., the National Weather Service has cancelled the Flood Advisory that was in effect for the island of Molokaʻi.
United Airlines CEO on Maui: Terminal Upgrades and Infrastructure Challenges
Maui Now’s Wendy Osher caught up with United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz during his visit to Kahului Airport where he discussed terminal upgrades and infrastructure challenges.
Applicants Sought for Maui County Boards, Commissions
Applicants are being sought to serve on Maui County Cost of Government Commission.
2019 Maui Film Festival Complete Lineup
The 2019 Maui Film Festival celebrates 20 years of cinema-under-the-stars, June 12-16. The full lineup of honorees, screenings and special events are here…
Windsurfer Identified, Pulled Unresponsive at Kanahā
Maui police have since identified the man as 77-year-old Frank Beecher Wooding of Haʻikū.
Three Maui Poke Places Up For USA Today Vote
Maui’s Kaohu Store in Wailuku, Eskimo Candy in Kīhei and Tobi’s Shave Ice in Pāʻia are among those being considered.
Invasive Caterpillar Threatens Rare Native Plants on Maui
The invasive Arcte coerula (Ramie moth) caterpillar has been found on Maui. Biologists found the invasive species feeding on māmaki in Olowalu.
German Visitor Lost on Crater Hike, Found in Kaupō, Maui
Maui crews rescued a lone hiker in Kaupō overnight after she became disoriented and called for help. The hiker is a female visitor in her 20s from Germany.
Hiker Rescued From Lahaina Pali Trail
A 57-year-old male hiker was rescued from the Lahaina Pali Trail on Sunday after becoming fatigued.
34th Perpetually Affordable Home on Maui
The keys to Nā Hale O Maui’s newest permanently affordable home were presented to Lavuai Sisouvong and his wife Andrea.
Maui Crime May 26-June 1, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to eight burglaries, 11 vehicle thefts and 17 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from May 26 to June 1, 2019.
