Maui News
Four Dead, Three Injured in Kā‘anapali Crash
A fatal motor vehicle collision occurred on Honoapi‘ilani Highway (30) just south of Keka‘a Drive in Kā‘anapali on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017, at approximately 6:53 p.m.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures, Sept. 30–Oct. 6
The state DOT will conduct roadwork at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in lane closures and alternating lane closures.
Hawai‘i August Visitor Spending Grew 6.1 Percent
Visitors to the Hawaiian Islands spent a total of $1.39 billion in Aug. 2017, an increase of 6.1% compared to Aug. 2016, according to preliminary statistics released by the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA).
Philippine Flag Raising at County Building, Oct. 2
A Philippine flag raising event will be held at the County Building to officially kick off October as Filipino-American History Month
Senator Hirono Leads Call to Support National Park Visitors and Workers
Senator Mazie K. Hirono recently convened a hearing on how to encourage young people to visit our national parks.
Update: President Trump Coming to Hawaiʻi in November
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to Hawaiʻi as part of his trip to Asia in November.
Legacy of Mount St. Helens 1980 Eruption Still Defies Perfect Solution
Decades after the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens, experts are still grappling with a challenge created by the eruption.
Traffic Advisory: One Lane Contra Flow on Baldwin Ave
Baldwin Ave between Ike Dr and Ohaoha PL in Hāliʻimaile is CLOSED due to a vehicle accident.
Maui Bus Re-Routed During Fair Parade, Commuter Parking Relocated
Due to the partial closure of Kaʻahumanu Avenue on Thursday, Oct. 5, Maui Bus service will be re-routed and specific bus stops will be eliminated.
October Community Pool Closures for Staff Training
Several community pools will be closed to the public in October while pool staff undergoes Emergency Medical Response training.
18th Annual AMOS Conference Focuses on ‘Space Security’
The 18th Annual Advanced Maui Optical and Space Surveillance Technologies Conference (AMOS), was held on Sept.19 through 22 at the Wailea Beach Resort–Marriott.
Public School Students See Gains on AP Exams
HIDOE students who were tested last May show double-digit increases in the number of exam takers, exams taken and scores of 3 or higher.
NOAA Awards Nearly $200,000 to Protect Hawai‘i’s Marine Mammals
Hawai‘i conservation programs will receive nearly $200,000 in NOAA funding for the recovery and treatment of stranded marine animals.
Hawai‘i Tourism Earns National Awards
HTUSA won numerous accolades for its work with travel agents and its successful #LetHawaiiHappen campaign.
Senator Roz Baker Named Influencer in Aging for 2017
Senator Rosalyn Baker was named a 2017 Influencer in Aging by PBS’ Next Avenue, public media’s first and only digital publication dedicated to covering issues for people 50 and older.
Maui Democratic Party Hosts Affordable Housing Presentation
Autumn Ness, executive assistant to County Councilwoman Elle Cochran, will discuss the council’s efforts to increase the inventory of affordable housing.
Applications Sought for All-Expense-Paid Study Abroad Program to Philippines
Applications are now being accepted for an all-expense-paid, two-week study abroad program to the Philippines
Maui Humane Society Seeking Short-Term Foster Homes
Maui Humane Society is seeking immediate short-term foster homes for dogs for about two weeks.
Hospice Maui to Offer Suicide Grief Support Group
Hospice Maui will offer a six week suicide grief support group every Thursday starting on Oct. 5 through Nov. 9, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
