Maui News
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.
Mayor Bissen hosting community budget meetings for Fiscal Year 2027
Starting next week, Mayor Richard Bissen and his administration will host community budget meetings throughout Maui County for residents to share their priorities and provide input on the budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which begins July 1, 2026.
Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu CC initiate aviation tech development program
Applications are open for a new workforce development initiative designed to train Hawaiʻi’s next generation of aviation maintenance technicians.
Maui Family Support Services celebrates 45 years of strengthening families across Maui County
Maui Family Support Services, Inc. announced its 45th Anniversary Celebration, marking more than four decades of dedicated service to children and families throughout Maui County. The celebration will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Maui Beach Hotel Moana Ballroom.
Case voices opposition to measure that he says slashes support for public education, workforce development and public health
US Congressman Ed Case (HI-01), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, voted in full Committee on Tuesday against the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Appropriations bill that he says cuts core assistance programs by $23.9 billion, or 11%, from current FY 2025 funding.
Senate WAM Committee gains fire management insights during visit to Maui
Members were walked through the DOFAW’s Kahului Baseyard, where DLNR is leading current fire management efforts.
Kiko downgraded to remnant low, continues on westward path away of Hawaiʻi
Kiko was downgraded from a tropical storm to a remnant low this morning, as it continues on a path north of the Hawaiian Islands. The system was last located 110 miles N of Honolulu and was traveling W at 12 mph with 35 mph maximum sustained winds.
Live mongoose captured on Kauaʻi
A live mongoose has been captured on Kauaʻi, where the invasive species does not have an established population. In a multiagency effort to prevent mongoose establishment, members of the Kaua‘i Invasive Species Committee captured the animal at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor on Friday morning, Sept. 5.
CFS offers suicide prevention resources statewide
With World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10, Child & Family Service reminds the community of its wide ranging mental health resources, in addition to trainings designed for active-duty service members and veterans.
Maui art exhibit to showcase works by Satoru Abe
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center will present Satoru Abe: Reaching for the Sun, an exhibition showcasing over seven decades of work by one of Hawai‘i’s most prominent artists, from Sept. 16 to Nov. 22, 2025, at the Schaefer International Gallery.
Results: Scholarship golf tournament raises funds for students with Maui ties pursuing law degrees
Now in its 29th year, the tournament continues to make a significant impact by helping local students achieve their dreams of a legal education.
Hawaiʻi Health Department reports 13th travel-related dengue virus case of 2025
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has identified a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Oʻahu, bringing the total number of dengue cases to 13 in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, 12 on Oʻahu). The affected individual in this current case was exposed to the virus while traveling in a region where dengue is common and is not connected to prior cases.
Senate Ways and Means Committee visits Lānaʻi for updates on local sustainability
The Senate Ways and Means Committee arrived on Lānaʻi to receive updates on economic development and sustainability efforts from the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism and the Agribusiness Development Corporation.
Tickets available for this Friday’s Mokuʻula showing at The Sphere at Maui Ocean Center
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation announced that tickets are still available for the September showing of E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula (Let the Glory Return to Mokuʻula). Tickets go quickly, so this is a wonderful and rare, last-minute opportunity, organizers said.
The Hāna Relay will go from Kahului to Hāna Saturday, Sept. 13
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is asking drivers to exercise caution near runners taking part in the Hāna Relay on Saturday, Sept. 13.
Special Fair Day to be held at Maui County Fair
A Special Fair Day for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mobility impairment and members of the Deaf community will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, 2025, as part of the Maui County Fair. The event at the War Memorial Special Events Complex will include rides, games and live entertainment.
Kīhei man reported missing by acquaintance after failing to return home on Sunday
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of David Houghton, 57, of Kīhei.
Department of Health applauds the start of public tours in Kalaupapa National Historical Park
The National Park Service announced that public tours at Kalaupapa National Historical Park will resume this week. The Hawaiʻi Department of Health welcomed the return of tours as an opportunity to share the history and legacy of Kalaupapa and those who have lived there.
Residential project leases coming to more than 1,100 DHHL beneficiaries on Maui
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands conducted an orientation Saturday for beneficiaries on the Maui residential waitlist interested in the upcoming award of more than 1,100 residential project leases on the Valley Isle. Maui’s residential waitlist currently has more than 3,900 applicants.
Structure fire in Kahikinui contained overnight
A structure fire in the remote area of Kahikinui along the south east slopes of Haleakalā was contained overnight at around 12:14 a.m.
