Maui News
UPDATE: Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Kīhei Building
American Red Cross volunteers responded to a residential fire in Kihei that caused minor damage to a residential building on Monday, March 4, 2019.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for East-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday, March 7, 2019.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect Until March 6 AM
A Small Craft Advisory has been issued for Maui County’s leeward and windward waters, which is in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 6, 2019.
Lawmakers Urge Passage of Supplemental Disaster Relief Legislation
Sens. Mazie Hirono and Kamala Harris led nine other senators in urging the bipartisan leadership of the Senate and House to pass disaster supplemental legislation.
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by Car in Wailea
A Motor Vehicle Collision occurred on Wailea Alanui Drive just north of Malukai Lane in Wailea on Monday, March 4, 2019, at about 12:15 a.m.
Price Comparison: Southwest Airlines Hawai‘i Ticket Prices vs. Competitors
With Southwest Airlines’ opening of ticket sales today, Maui Now put together a few price comparisons on Southwest’s new Hawai‘i routes. This unofficial survey takes the lowest price offering from the airlines’ respective websites, although it does not factor in baggage fees or fare limitations.
UPDATE: Maui Crime Feb. 24–March 2, 2019: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to five burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 12 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven-day period from Feb. 24 to March 2, 2019.
Uber Rewards Program Now Offered on Maui
Starting today, Monday, March 4, 2019, Neighbor Island Uber riders are eligible for the Uber Rewards program.
Polo Beach Park Parking Lot to Be Closed March 5 AM
Maintenance crews will be using heavy equipment to remove a large root ball from a fallen tree.
Southwest Begins Selling Flights to Hawai‘i
Southwest Airlines has begun ticket sales for Hawai‘i destinations. The newly-released flight schedule includes California to Hawai‘i, as well as interisland routes.
Kayakers Rescued Near Molokini
The Maui Fire Department responded to a call to assist a male and female kayaker near Molokini at 11:51 a.m. on Sunday, March 3.
Hawaiʻi Students Improve AP Exam Performance
According to the College Board, more Hawaiʻi students are taking and passing Advanced Placement exams. The College Board recently released their AP Program Results: Class of 2018 report, which shows that 4,141 Hawaiʻi public high school seniors in last yearʻs graduating class took an AP Exam while in high school, an increase of two percentage points […]
Six Historic Bridges on Hāna Highway Identified as High Priority
The meetings will feature discussion on a project to improve six of the historic bridges along the Hāna Highway between Huelo and Hāna town in East Maui.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures Through March 8
Roadwork will be conducted at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in lane closures and alternating lane closures through Friday, March 8.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of March 3, 2019
May they rest in peace. Maui obituary notices for the week of March 3, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Injured Humpback Calf Spotted in Maui Waters
A Kīhei resident on a sunset cruise out of Mā‘alaea didn’t notice until she arrived home that the humpback calf she captured in a photo had sustained an injury.
Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck by 2 Vehicles
One vehicle operator renders aid; second vehicle operator arrested for leaving the scene of a serious accident. She was released pending further investigation.
Oʻahu Artist Takes Top Honor at Maui Painting Invitational
Oʻahu artist Mark Brown won the “Best in Show” award at the 2019 Maui Plein Air Painting Invitational. Brown received the award over 96 other entries by 23 nationally acclaimed artists for his oil painting entitled “Stars and Stripes Over Lahaina.” A professional artist based in Honolulu, Brown uses vibrant colors and thick paint texture […]
State Grants Available to Farmers and Ranchers
State grants are available for Hawaiʻi farmers and ranchers to help bring their operations in compliance with state and federal food safety regulations.
Revenue and Occupancy for Maui Hotels Drop, Report Finds
According to a report from the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, Maui County hotels led the state in revenue per available room in January of this year. However, the RevPAR for Maui County hotels decreased from January of last year. Both the average daily rate and occupancy for Maui County hotels dropped as well. Resorts in the […]
