Maui News
Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Maʻalaea Bay
The National Weather Service has issued a small craft advisory for Maʻalaea Bay.
Report: Kahului Airport Ranked “Dead Last” in US for Traveler Satisfaction
Kahului Airport has the lowest satisfaction rating compared to similar-sized airports nationwide, according to a study from J.D. Power.
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Watch: Suda Store Says Aloha
Dozens of old-timers bid farewell to South Maui’s iconic Suda Seafood & Deli today.
High Surf Advisory Canceled
According to an announcement from the county, buoy reading and surf observations show surf has fallen below advisory levels and will continue to decline.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Hana Highway
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Kīhei Charter is Trying to Raise $50K for its Athletics Program
After opening up its new campus building in South Maui just last year, Kīhei Charter School is now looking to expand its athletics program.
Medication Disposal Boxes Available at Three Longs Drugs Store Locations
The Centers for Disease Control estimated that 75,000 children (18 years old or younger) are seen in emergency departments each year because of unintentional medication poisonings
Jordan Molina Named Incoming Public Works Deputy Director
Molina replaces Stephen Welling, who resigned effective Aug. 31.
Maui Police Participate in Beard It Up, Color For the Cure, Pink Patch Campaigns
The Maui Police Department will once again be participating in the National Challenge, Cure Starts Now Beard it Up and Color For the Cure campaigns as they raise funds for childhood cancers and research.
Maui County Phone Call System Error
Maui County Phone Call System Error: Members of the public may have received a phone call from 99999 with no message attached.
Paddle Out to Celebrate Clean Water, Oct. 5
The Surfrider Foundation Maui Chapter joins fellow environmental groups on Maui in a paddle out event on the morning of Saturday, Oct. 5, in celebration of clean water.
Surf of 5-9 Feet Forecast for Maui’s South Shores
Surf of 5 to 9 feet is forecast along the south facing shores of all islands within Maui County. A high surf advisory remains in effect through 6 p.m.
Gabbard: Impeachment Inquiry “Unfortunate, But Necessary”
The statement comes on the heels of comments made by US Senators Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi earlier this week. She becomes the final member of the Hawaiʻi delegation to support impeachment proceedings for the president.
Lāna‘i Axis Deer Hunting Applications Available Monday
Applications for the 2020 Lānaʻi Axis deer hunting season become available on Monday, Sept. 30, 2019.
Maui Mayor Victorino Backs Recommendations to Deal with Tourism Impacts
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino endorsed recommendations from his fact-finding Tourism Group that call for ways to address the environmental and community impacts of the visitor industry.
Southwest Airlines Accelerates Timeline For New Hawai‘i Flights
Southwest Airlines announced that more flights for Hawaiʻi are being offered ahead of schedule. Southwest is also offering interisland travel for as low as $29 one-way** from Nov. 12, 2019 through April 8, 2020.
REAL ID-Compliant Identification Needed to Board Commercial Flights starting Oct 1, 2020
The “star in a gold circle” on a Hawaii driver’s license or identification card indicates the credential is REAL ID compliant.
Waterline Shut Off for Repairs on Stable Road in Spreckelsville
The Department of Water Supply is repairing a service break on Paani Place in Spreckelsville.
Former Maui Correctional Center Employee Involved in Altercation at Honolulu Airport
A Maui man was booked for a disorderly incident on Monday at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in which authorities say he was “acting erratically,” and “repeatedly struck” a Deputy Sheriff.
Female Safe After Board Bitten by Shark in South Maui
A female surfer is safe after her board was bitten in an apparent shark encounter in the Kīhei area of South Maui at around 9:27 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26.
