Maui News
Spirit of Survival Walk Against Breast Cancer, Oct. 21
The third annual Maui Spirit of Survival Walk Against Breast Cancer will take place on Saturday, Oct. 21, along the Wailea Coastal path
Maui Blood Drives for October
The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi hosts a series of blood drives this week on Maui. The first one will be on Oct. 16, at UH Maui College Pilina Building from 8 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Sen. Schatz Criticizes NOAA Administrator Nomination
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement on the president’s nomination of Barry Myers as administrator of NOAA.
Rep. Gabbard Supports Legislation to Ban Bump Stocks
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard supports bipartisan legislation as an original cosponsor to ban the manufacture, sale and use of “bump stocks” and similar devices.
Sen. Hirono: ‘We Can’t Be Nice’ About Fighting for Native Hawaiian Programs
“This administration has no regard for minority communities and native peoples, evidenced by proposed cuts in federal funding to Native Hawaiian programs.”
NWS: Wind & Rain to Increase Over Next Few Days
Strengthening trade winds will bring moisture to Hawai‘i from the east which will interact with an approaching upper level trough from the north.
UPDATE: Kama‘ole Parks Open After 8-foot Tiger Shark Sighting
Maui Police Department announced that Kama‘ole Beach Parks I, II and III are closed due to a shark sighting.
Sen. Schatz on Trump’s Threat to NBC
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement today following President Donald Trump’s threat to challenge NBC’s broadcast license.
Downed Tree Closes Hāna Hwy in Kīpahulu
Hāna Highway (Route ) 31 at mile marker 42 in Kipahulu is closed due to a downed tree. Maui County is responding.
Pulehu Brush Fire on Maui 75% Contained
Fire crews on Tuesday, Oct. 10, continued the mop up phase on the three brush fires that scorched an estimated 100 acres of fallow sugar cane land in Pulehu.
MECO to Begin Construction of New Ka‘ono‘ulu Substation
The Ka‘ono‘ulu Substation will help provide the power needed to meet the growing energy needs of the community.
VIDEO: Maui Surfrider to Celebrate Ocean Heroes Saturday
The Maui Chapter’s Second Annual Surfrider Foundation Ocean Guardians Pa’ina will shine a light a light on Maui’s coastal protectors on Oct. 14, from 5 to 9 p.m.
VIDEO: First Whales of the Season Spotted
Pacific Whale Foundation spotted their first whale of the season today, Oct. 10, 2017, at 9:32 a.m. off the coast of Kapalua in West Maui.
Community Meeting on Infrastructure & West Maui Community Plan
A community meeting is scheduled on Wednesday, Oct. 11, for discussion about infrastructure issues as they relate to the update of the West Maui Community Plan.
PHOTO UPDATE: Two-Mile-Long Lei of Aloha Heads to Las Vegas
A two-mile-long ti leaf lei of love will be delivered to the people of Las Vegas after the recent tragedy in which 59 people were killed.
Sen. Schatz Opposes Move to Repeal Clean Power Plan
Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt today signed a measure to repeal the Clean Power Plan to curb power plant greenhouse gas emissions.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 6.3 Chilean Quake
The US Geological Survery has reported a (preliminary) 6.3 magnitude earthquake in Tarapaca, Chile.
UPDATE 1: Three Fires Spreading in Central Valley
Three fires reported at about 3:30 today, Monday, Oct. 9, 2017, are said to be spreading rapidly in the Central Valley.
Hawai‘i to Be Site of First Moon Base Prototype
The International MoonBase Summit is envisioned as a pivotal step toward humankind becoming a sustainable, vibrant, multi-planetary species.
10 Tips for Fire Prevention & Safety
During National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 8 to 14, 2017, the Maui Fire Department wants to remind residents that “Every Second Counts! Plan 2 Ways Out!”
