Maui Economic Opportunity offers an array of resources for Maui County residents dealing with the impacts of the federal government shutdown, changes to federal program requirements, 2023 wildfire recovery and general housing and utility crises and has been receiving numerous applications and inquiries about assistance programs.

Hawaiʻi Energy has announced the Maui Residential Rebuild Program, a new partnership with the Hawaiian Council, designed to help wildfire-impacted residents rebuild their homes sustainably and affordably.

As food insecurity and the impacts of federal funding reductions to essential programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) continue to affect local families, the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives is pleased to announce the release of funding for the Farm to Families initiative, a Legislature-funded program that enables local food banks to purchase, store, and distribute fresh, Hawaiʻi-grown produce to residents in need.

Maui OnStage is delighted to announce its holiday production of “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol,” running Nov. 21 through Dec. 7 at the historic ʻĪao Theater.

The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset Foundation is inviting the public to take part in the annual Secret Angel Project, a heartfelt effort to make the holidays brighter for children and families experiencing homelessness on Maui.

The US Coast Guard detected and monitored a Russian military vessel operating near US territorial waters approximately 15 nautical miles south of Oʻahu on Oct. 29.

Montage Kapalua Bay is welcoming the festive season with a lineup of culinary experiences and celebrations for all ages. From Thanksgiving dinners to New Year’s Eve events, the resort invites the guests and locals alike to gather, dine and celebrate together overlooking the beauty of Kapalua Bay.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua has appointed a new culinary leadership team, the resort announced this week.

Kiffmann Taekwondo, Maui’s longest-running martial arts school, will host a grand opening of their new dojang at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center this Saturday, Nov. 15, located across Zumiez. 

HMSA has announced that applications are now open for the 21st annual Kaimana Scholarship Program, which recognizes Hawai‘i high school seniors for excellence in academics, athletics and community service.

The Maui County Council has given final approval to public acquisition of the four-story Wailuku Executive Center for $10 million to buy and renovate the property as the new headquarters for the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney.

Astronomers have captured one of the universe’s most dramatic moments – the instant a massive star exploded and the blast broke through the star’s surface. A University of Hawaiʻi astronomer was part of the international team that raced to record and study the supernova in real time.

Maui AIDS Foundation has announced two upcoming community events at ProArts in the Azeka Shopping Center, Kīhei, honoring the transgender community and raising awareness around HIV/AIDS and health equity on Maui.

The report shows that people with disabilities, both pre-existing and newly acquired after the disaster, continue to face disproportionate hardship two years after the fires. 

Hawaiian Electric has re-energized all circuits impacted in the south Kohala area of Hawai‘i Island by the Public Safety Power Shutoff program. At this time, all customers who can have power restored safely should now have electricity.

The crews of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will be officially welcomed in Waitangi by the Te Tiriti o Waitangi Marae and the Te Tai Tokerau communities with a pōwhiri, a formal, sacred Māori ceremony. 

The Hawaiʻi Wildlife Center is urging residents and visitors across the islands to watch for downed native seabirds ahead of the upcoming new moon on Nov. 19. 

Following recent rainfall that improved surface water flows and replenished reservoirs, the County of Maui Department of Water Supply (DWS) is suspending the Stage 2 Upcountry water shortage and downgrading it to a Stage 1, effective immediately and until further notice.

For more than a century, The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle campaign has been a beacon of hope for those in need, supporting year-round community services.

A star-studded cohort of Hawaiian music legends will be recognized with Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Hawai‘i Academy of Recording Arts (HARA) during a special luncheon on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Royal Hawaiian Hotel’s Monarch Room in Honolulu.