Maui News
Rep. Gabbard Backs Legislation that Funds Hawai‘i’s Water Infrastructure
The legislation also provides $62.5 million for small river and harbor improvement projects in Hawai‘i and Pacific island territories.
Maui Police Relief Association Scholarship Fund
The Maui Police Relief Association awarded four $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors as part of an annual scholarship award fund program to assist family members that are college-bound.
Ha‘ikū Man Dies, Vehicle Plunges 200 Feet Off Maliko Gulch Cliff
Emergency crews responded and recovered a white 2013 GMC pick-up from the bottom of the cliff, which was partially submerged in the water. A male driver was found inside the truck and pronounced dead at the scene.
NO Tsunami Threat After Preliminary Magnitude 5.6 Quake at Kilauea Summit
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaii after a preliminary magnitude 5.6 earthquake reported at 4:07 p.m. on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 in the summit region of the Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaii Island. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: An ash plume has been detected traveling to the southwest. Those in the area on the Big Island are advised […]
Live Stream: Another Ash Plume Expected at Kīlauea Volcano Summit
Scientists with the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory say there has been no explosive event since yesterday morning, but they do anticipate another one within the next few hours.
Camp Imua Retreats to Ke‘anae
Imua Family Services hosts its 42nd annual Camp Imua Program June 9 to 14 at YMCA Camp Keʻanae.
Paris Climate Accord: Senators Reflect on Past Year
Senators Schatz, Markey, Whitehouse Release Summary Of The Past Year In Climate Action In The Wake Of Trump Announcement Of Withdrawal From International Agreement
West Maui Lawmakers to Discuss Stream Flow and Lahaina Flood Control
West Maui lawmakers will provide the community the latest information on important water projects impacting the Lahaina area.
Kahului Wastewater Facility Focus of Mayor’s TV Show
Mayor Alan Arakawa will discuss the Kahului Wastewater Facility during his one-hour TV show entitled, “Your County with Mayor Arakawa,” which airs live on Akaku Channel 55 tonight, Wednesday, June 6 at 7 p.m.
Restoring Natural Function at Mauiʻs Ahupua‘a to Protect Coral Reefs
Experts will share information on work being done to restore natural filtration within Maui’s watersheds to prevent land-based water pollution from flowing into the sea and degrading coral reefs. Progress of efforts made in the Wahikuli watershed in West Maui will also be discussed.
Top Maui Headlines: June 6, 2018
Maui men are among those facing violations in Puna, local community groups challenge a proposed sludge farm, the former Maui Prince Hotel structure will soon be gone for good, and some fun summer news for your ‘ohana, courtesy of our keiki correspondent! That and more in our headline recap video.
Mayor Arakawa to Meet with Japanese Prince and Princess Akishino
Mayor Alan Arakawa and his wife, Ann, will join Governor David Ige, his wife and other dignitaries for dinner with Japanese Imperial Highness Prince and Princess Akishino tonight on Oʻahu.
House Passes Bill that Frees Veterans from Fees at Federal War Memorials
Bipartisan legislation introduced by Reps. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) and Keith Rothfus (PA-12) to waive this administrative fee for veterans and Gold Star families unanimously passed the House today.
Maui to Host 2nd Kōkua Puna Drive for Puna Evacuees, June 9-10
A second Kōkua Puna collection drive is planned for this weekend on Maui, in response to the escalating conditions faced by evacuees fleeing the Kīlauea volcano eruption on Hawai’i Island.
McKelvey Lauds Bills on Carbon Farming and Climate Change
He said sea level inundation is having an impact on the island’s beaches, the Honoapiʻilani Highway and homes and condos near the shoreline. He said “it just makes sense” to finally take a proactive approach to adapting to sea level rise so that more buildings are not approved in future tidal zones.
Lava Claims Hundreds of Homes Overnight, 7.7 Square Miles Covered
Hundreds of homes were claimed by lava in Kapoho Beach Lots and Vacationland overnight. HVO authorities report that most of Vacationland and all but the northern edge of Kapoho Beach Lots was inundated with lava by morning.
Live Ball Python Snake Found in Hilo
A live ball python snake was captured over the weekend in Hilo on the road next to the South Hilo Sanitary Landfill by county workers.
Hawai‘i Visitor Spending Increased in April 2018
Here on Maui, visitor spending also experienced a double digit increase, up 11% to $413 million. That was supported by increases in visitor days, up 3.5%; and daily spending, up 7.6% on Maui to $226 per person per day. Visitor arrivals to Maui also rose 4.5% to 236,680 individuals.
NO Tsunami Threat After 5.5 Quake at Kilauea Summit
There is NO tsunami threat to Hawaii after a 5.5 (preliminary magnitude 5.6) earthquake reported at 4:32 a.m. on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 in the Summit Region of the Kilauea Volcano, according to the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center.
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UPDATE: Kaahumanu Ave Now OPEN: 5:40 p.m. 6.4.18
Roadway is blocked at the intersection of Kaahumanu Avenue and Kane Street in Kahului due to a motor vehicle accident. Motorists should use an alternate route until the road is cleared.
