Maui News
Maui DMV offices closed on Friday, Aug. 22 for staff training
All County of Maui Division of Motor Vehicles & Licensing offices will be closed on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025, for staff training, according to the County Department of Finance. All DMVL offices will resume their regular customer service hours on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025.
Maui County July unemployment rate at 2.8%
In Maui County, the non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 2.8%, down from the 3.5% rate reported the month before, and the 4.3% rate reported at the same time last year. On Maui Island, the unemployment rate was 2.7%, down from 3.5% in June and down from 4.4% at the same time last year.
Kalani Miles Brings an Evening of Mele at the August Hawaiian Music Series
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation presents the next concert of its Hawaiian Music Series, featuring a special live performance by the award-winning Kalani Miles. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the Ocean Lawn at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
After Maui wildfires, Study sheds light on housing decisions
Maui Housing Hui, in collaboration with the University at Albany and the University of North Texas, will host a Talk Story event on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, to present new research findings on housing decision-making following the Maui wildfires.
Live fire training scheduled in Waikapū on Aug. 21, 22, 28 and 29
The Maui Fire Department will be conducting wildland live fire training on Aug. 21, 22, 28 and 29 as part of its 41st Recruit Class. This training will be conducted in Waikapū, across from the Maui Tropical Plantation.
Crews clear downed tree branches near Honomanū at Mile 14 of Hāna Highway
UPDATE: (8.18.25 6:43 a.m.): State transportation crews have cleared downed tree branches that were blocking the road at Honomanū near Mile 14 of the Hāna Highway. The incident resulted in the temporary closure of the road from around 4:37 a.m. The road was completely cleared at 6:43 a.m.
Suspect in fatal shooting of Maui police officer is being held without bail
According to police, Clembert Kaneholani, 38, was being held on several charges including: first degree murder, second degree attempted murder, two counts of a felon in possession of ammunition, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, place to keep a firearm, and owning/possession of a firearm or ammunition prohibited.
Hui Noʻeau Youth Art Exhibition 2025 is on display—now through Aug. 22
Maui’s young artists are shining at the Hui No‘eau Youth Art Exhibition 2025. The exhibition is bursting with creativity, color and imagination. From bold paintings to intricate sculptures, every piece tells the story of curiosity, learning and self-expression.
Lane shifts on Puʻunēnē Avenue for road resurfacing
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) notifies highway users that there will be different lane shifts on South Puʻunēnē Avenue (Route 3500) from Tuesday, Aug. 19 through Friday, Aug. 22, for road resurfacing work.
Rotary District 5000 announces new District Governor Nancy Cabral
On July 1, 2025, Cabral became the new leader of Rotary District 5000, representing the Islands of Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi, Lānaʻi, and Hawaiʻi, with over 1,500 members.
New Duke Kahanamoku specialty license plate design unveiled at OceanFest
The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation, in partnership with the City and County of Honolulu Division of Motor Vehicles, unveiled the design for a new Duke Kahanamoku specialty license plate on Friday during the opening ceremony of the Duke Kahanamoku OceanFest at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue in Waikīkī.
Top national rankings for the UH Community Colleges
The University of Hawaiʻi Community College System earned an 11th best in the nation ranking among 41 statewide systems, according to a 2025 WalletHub analysis.
Mālama Wao Akua – Call to Artists
Artists are invited to explore Maui watersheds and use their creative talents to raise awareness about the importance of protecting native species.
Lahaina Filipino Town Hall scheduled for Aug. 19 to address post-wildfire recovery efforts
The event will provide an important platform for the Filipino community in Lahaina to voice their concerns, ask questions, and receive updates on wildfire recovery efforts following the devastating Aug. 8, 2023 fires.
List: Maui lane closures through Aug. 22, 2025
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Fallen hero: Maui Police Officer, Suzanne O remembered as compassionate and genuine
Maui police have identified the fallen officer from Friday night’s fatal shooting in Pāʻia as Officer Suzanne O. Officer O began her service with the Maui Police Department in 2020, first working in the Kīhei Patrol District before moving to the Wailuku Patrol District in December 2021.
Credit Unions of Maui Charity Golf Tournament raises $35,000 for Pacific Cancer Foundation
The Credit Unions of Maui held the 10th Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025, at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course. The event raised $35,000 in net proceeds for the Pacific Cancer Foundation, a Maui nonprofit dedicated to providing free, compassionate support to individuals and families navigating cancer.
Lahaina Civic Center gymnasium permit applications to be accepted next week
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will accept permit applications for use of the Lahaina Civic Center Gymnasium from 8 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18, to 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22, 2025.
Deer math: New estimate counts 26,000 axis deer on Maui, 9 in 10 may be female
Maui’s axis deer population is booming, raising concerns for forests, watersheds and farms. At a recent Invasive Species Meeting, Jeff Bagshaw of the Hawai‘i Division of Forestry and Wildlife urged hunters to prioritize culling to keep the herd in check.
Public input sought for Launiupoko exploratory wells project
The public has until Sept. 8 to comment on a draft environmental assessment for a Maui County Department of Water Supply project to sink and test four exploratory water wells in Launiupoko, West Maui.
