Maui News
Maui Bus to Launch Waihe‘e Villager, Change Kula Villager Routes on July 1
Starting Sunday, July 1, the Maui Bus will begin a new Waiheʻe Villager route #8 and will change service on Kula Villager route #39, according to the County Department of Transportation.
Wailea, Maui is a Top Emerging Summer Travel Destination
The data revealed that bookings for Wailea on Maui are on the rise, growing 56% in a year. Wailea was ranked number 10 on a list that shows rising popularity of destinations throughout the US.
State Issues Decision on East Maui Interim Instream Flow Standards
The Hawai’i Commission on Water Resource Management today issued a decision on East Maui interim instream flow standards.
Recent Hawaiian Monk Seal Deaths Linked to Toxoplasmosis
Health Director Dr. Bruce Anderson said that since cats are the only animal that transmit the toxoplasmosis, it “only makes sense” that reducing the number of feral cats will reduce the risk of infection and serious illness or death in other animals.
Maui Smoke Free Cars Law Takes Effect July 1
On July 1st, a new law goes into effect in Maui County that makes it illegal to smoke or vape in vehicles with children under the age of 18 present. The fine for a first time violator is $200.
Nearly $2 Million in Federal Funds Awarded for Desalination Project in Hawai‘i
The desalination project will be located at the Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawai‘i Authority’s 870-acre Hawai‘i Ocean Science and Technology Park in Kailua-Kona on Hawai‘i Island.
Hawai‘i DOH Launches Senior Fall Prevention Campaign
To better prevent fall-related injuries and fatalities in kupuna, the Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) has launched its annual Senior Fall Prevention Awareness campaign.
Top Maui Headlines: June 19, 2018
A fatal hit-and-run crash in Kahului leads to an arrest, Hawai‘i Island’s mayor is hospitalized for the second time in two days, and a benefit concert for a popular local musician brings surprises. Get details on these stories and more in our headline recap video with Maui Now’s Kanoa Leahey.
Old Lahaina Prison Wall Damaged in Hit-and-Run Accident
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is seeking the public’s help in finding information about a hit-and-run accident that resulted in damage to the exterior wall of the Old Lahaina Prison.
Schatz Leads Amicus Brief To Stop Inclusion of “Untested Citizenship Question” In Census
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) led a bicameral group of over 120 current and former members of Congress on an amicus brief to stop the Trump Administration from including an untested citizenship question in the 2020 census.
Former Kīhei Model in Running for Maxim Magazine Cover Girl Competition
Former Maui resident, Stephanie Mitchell is a finalist in the 2018 Maxim Cover Girl competition for Canada. She’s in the running for an opportunity to represent BC, Canada in a two-page spread, which also features a $10,000 CAD (Canadian Dollar) grand prize.
Free Unlimited Wi Fi Now Available at HNL
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Airports Division announced the availability of free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL), including new coverage throughout Terminals 1 and 2.
Alaska Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service Between Sacramento and Kona
The new service, which is scheduled to begin Dec. 20, 2018, will be the only nonstop flight offered between Sacramento and Kona with a flight frequency of three times a week. Alaska currently offers nonstop service from Sacramento to Maui.
FACE Maui to Host Affordable Housing Mayoral Forum
Faith Action for Community Equity (FACE) Maui will host an Affordable Housing Mayoral Forum on June 28, 2018 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Valley Isle Fellowship Church located at 1033 Waiale Road in Wailuku.
Kahului Man Killed in Hit-And-Run Moped Accident, Arrest Made
A Kahului man suffered fatal injuries in a hit-and-run moped crash on Puʻunēnē Avenue near the intersection of Airport Access Road in Kahului early Saturday morning.
AmeriCorps Members Deploy to Hawai‘i for Disaster Response
A total of 20 AmeriCorps members from FEMA Corps departed for the island on Saturday from Jackson, Miss.
BREAKING: Mayor Kim Resting After Mild Heart Attack
Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim was taken to the Emergency Room at Hilo Medical Center early Saturday morning with a mild heart attack.
Fleetwood’s Maui Restaurant Raises $15,000 for Willie K Cancer Fund
An estimated $15,000 was raised during a recent benefit concert at Fleetwood’s on Front St. to assist Maui musician Willie K in his battle against lung cancer.
Ha‘ikū and Pā‘ia Town Associations Host Candidate’s Night
The Haʻikū Community Association will host an Upcountry candidate’s panel during its upcoming meeting on Wednesday night, June 20 at the Haʻikū Community Center. The meeting will run from 6:30 p.m to 8 pm.
Maui Obituary Notices: Week of June 17, 2018
Bray Ilihune Kauhaa Po September 19, 1939 – June 12, 2018 He is survived by his wife of many years, Gwendolyn Haunani Kauhaa Po; daughters, Jackie Kaanana (Tobi), Hale “Holly” Kaanana (Keith Larsen); hanai grandson, Joshua Giron; brothers, Sharon Kauhaa Po (Cheryle), Robert Kauhaa Po; sister, Marilou Kauhaa Po and by numerous nieces and nephews. […]
