Maui News
Pilina ʻĀina: seed & plant workshop launches community event series in Honuaʻula
Kīpaipai Maui in partnership with ʻĀina Archaeology and the Mākena Golf & Beach Club’s ʻŌiwi Resources & Stewardship Department, will host a free community seed and plant workshop on Sunday, Sept. 14.
Bank of Hawai‘i named one of ‘America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026’ by Newsweek
Bank of Hawai‘i has earned a spot on Newsweek’s national list of America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026, the only local bank to appear on the list.
Eddie Tam Memorial Park fields, Upcountry Dog Park temporarily closed
All fields at Eddie Tam Memorial Park, including the Upcountry Dog Park, in Makawao are temporarily closed following a report of red ants in the area, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Maui Rescue Mission presentation at Kīhei-Wailea Rotary, Sept. 17
Maui Rescue Mission Executive Director Scott Hansen will provide a “Two Year Post-Fire Update” to the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea, on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025.
Walmart to host free wellness event this Saturday
With cold and flu season approaching, Walmart has announced its annual wellness event, taking place Saturday, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. across all Hawai‘i locations, including Kahului.
County DWS now using backup water supply for Upcountry system
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply is now using backup supply for the Upcountry water system starting today, Sept. 11, 2025, after receiving approval by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health, Safe Drinking Water Branch to reintroduce water from Hamakuapoko Wells 1 and 2.
Hawai‘i Supreme Court sides with East Maui Water advocates in latest opinion
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court on Thursday confirmed that the Board of Land and Natural Resources violated water advocates’ constitutional rights when it permitted Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. to divert fresh water from East Maui streams as part of a renewal of a Revocable Permit.
Kaua‘i adopts Hawai‘i’s first wildfire safety zoning ordinance
Kaua‘i has become the first county in Hawai‘i to embed wildfire safety standards directly into zoning and permitting. On Monday, Sept. 8, Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami signed Bill 2961 into law after unanimous approval by the Kaua‘i County Council.
New leadership announced for Hawaiian Airlines
A new leader is taking the controls at Hawaiian Airlines. Alaska Air Group announced Wednesday that Diana Birkett Rakow, a senior vice president of public affairs at Alaska Airlines, will become chief executive officer of Hawaiian Airlines on Oct. 29. She will succeed Joe Sprague, who is retiring after a long career in aviation.
Evening brush fire in Kahului extinguished
A brush fire in the area of the Maui Business Park in Central Maui, was extinguished within an hour at 11:10 on Wednesday night.
UH Maui College medical director named Hawai‘i’s 2025 Immunization Champion
Hannah Litt, medical director of the UH Maui College Campus Health Center, has been named the 2025 Immunization Champion for the State of Hawai‘i.
Eric Gilliom reprises Frank N. Furter one last time at ʻĪao Theater
From Oct. 17 to Nov. 2, 2025, Maui audiences are invited to experience a high-energy production of “The Rocky Horror Show” live at the Historic ʻĪao Theater. The show stars award-winning musician, actor, and entertainer Eric Gilliom, who has announced that this will be his final reprise of the iconic Dr. Frank N. Furter role.
HITI Music Festival 2025 kicks off month-long ode to Hawaiʻi’s music
The Henry Kapono Foundation has announced the launch of the Home in the Islands Music Festival 2025, a month-long celebration of Hawai‘i’s music, culture and community throughout September.
Gov. Green orders flags flown at half-staff in memory of slain conservative activist
Gov. Josh Green has ordered Hawaiʻi flags flown at half-staff, at the direction of President Donald Trump, in memory of slain conservative activist and author Charlie Kirk. Flags will be lowered until Sept. 14. Kirk, a close ally of President Trump who was influential in rallying young voters, was shot and killed during an event […]
E-bike bill veto leaves road safety gap, House Transportation panel chair says
House Transportation Committee Chair Darius Kila says he’s deeply disappointed with Gov. Josh Green’s veto of House Bill 958, which would have encouraged safe riding of electric bicycles on Hawaiʻi roadways. “This bill was the result of extensive work by advocates and members of both the House and Senate, and we reached agreement on a […]
Community meetings at public libraries to discuss Hawaiʻi’s Climate Plan this month
The Hawaiʻi Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission (CCMAC) is partnering with state libraries this month to host a series of community talk-story sessions on the draft Climate Action Pathways (CAP), a plan designed to guide Hawaiʻi toward a safer, healthier and more affordable future.
Free Skate Jam to be held at Pa‘animai Skatepark in Hāna on Sept. 27
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation and One Love Skate are partnering to host a free Skate Jam event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, at Pa‘animai Skatepark in Hāna.
Rare native Hawaiian land snails rediscovered after nearly a century
Bishop Museum, the State of Hawai‘i Museum of Natural and Cultural History, has announced the rediscovery of two native Hawaiian land snails not seen in nearly a century.
WCCC hosts first wellness fair for corrections officers and non-uniformed staff
Approximately a dozen community groups and cultural practitioners provided complimentary massages, yoga sessions and more for staff at the Women’s Community Correctional Center’s first wellness fair Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025.
Zippy’s opens new location in Henderson, Las Vegas
Zippy’s Restaurants celebrated the grand opening of its third location in southern Nevada, according to an announcement by the company Tuesday.
