Maui News
Maui Expected to Get $100M in Federal Highway Funds
Maui is anticipated to receive $100M in Federal Highway funds over the next four years, which will be matched with $24M in local funds from the State and County
Report: 54% of Hawai‘i’s Population Was Born Here
The state DBEDT released a report, “Demographic, Social, Economic, and Housing Characteristics for Selected Race Groups in Hawaiʻi.”
Tsutsui Endorses Hanabusa for Governor, Maui Headquarters Open
Former Lt governor, Shan Tsutsui of Maui has endorsed Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa for governor and announced he will be leading her campaign efforts on Maui.
Montana Man Dies, Teen Daughter Rescued at “Olivine Pools” on Maui
A 46-year-old man from Montana died after he jumped in the ocean to save his 15-year-old daughter who was swept in by a wave at the “Olivine Pools” on Maui.
9th Keiki Tilapia Tournament Raises $15,000
The winner of the Largest Tilapia of the Day, “Tilapa-Whoppa” award (for kids 2-5 years old), went to Kamanaʽo Basques for a fish that weighed in at 328 grams.
Maui Police Launch Distracted Driver Campaign April 1
The campaign is part of the national “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” enforcement campaign that runs from April 1-30, 2018.
GRANDcares Program Launches Youth Club on Maui
The GRANDcares program recently designed an innovate curriculum for keiki ages 8-12 years old who are being raised by grandparents.
PacWhale Fleet of Vessels to Gather in Honor of Founder
Well-wishers of Pacific Whale Foundation founder, Greg Kaufman, are invited to gather at Mākena State Park’s Big Beach on March 30 for a Celebration of Life.
Maui’s Legislative Seats Draw Early Interest
Those who have expressed interest in Rep. Joe Souki’s 8th District seat include: Lynn Araki-Regan; Troy Hashimoto; Justin Hughey; Dain Kane; and Mary Wagner.
Maui District Health Office Renovations Begin April 2
Temporary relocation of Sanitation Program to Kahului Vector Control Building and Wastewater Branch to Room 301 from April 2- May 10
March, Concert For Our Lives on Maui
At UHMC, nearly a thousand-people gathered on the Great Lawn as students and elected officials made speeches saying “enough is enough” to end gun violence.
Water Main Break Forces Partial Closure of Prison St, Lahaina
Prison Street in Lahaina is closed between the Honoapiʻilani Highway and Waineʻe Street due to a water main break.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures for March 24-30, 2018
Roadwork is planned at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in lane closures and alternating lane closures between March 24-30, 2018.
Lahainaluna and Maui HS Win Robotics Awards
The Luna Robotics team earned the Excellence in Engineering Award and the Maui High Robotics team garnered the Judges’ Award.
Trial Date Set for Maui Man Who Asserts Right to Speak Hawaiian
A Maui man who asserted his right to speak Hawaiian in court instead of English, has been granted a Hawaiian language interpreter.
Removal of 300 Trees on Pi‘iholo Rd Starts Today
Crews from the Department of Public Works begin emergency tree removal along Piʻiholo Road today, March 26, 2018.
Kūhiō Day 2018, Maui Celebration Planned
Today is Kūhiō Day, a state holiday honoring Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalanianaʻole who was born on this day in 1871.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of March 25, 2018
May they rest in peace. Maui Obituary Notices: Week of March 25, 2018
Maui Students Call for Action on Gun Violence at Concert for Our Lives
Hundreds of students and community members braved the inclement weather to attended Saturday night’s Concert for Our Lives Maui at the Maui Arts and Cultural Center and March for Our Lives at UH Maui College, organized by youth advocating for safer schools and an end to gun violence.
Top Maui Headlines with Kiaora Bohlool
Here are some of the important headlines and stories you need to know around Maui, in this brief newscast with Maui Now’s Kiaora Bohlool.
