Maui News
Ing: July 4th Floatilla Safety Issues “Alarming”
Crews assisted in the rescue of over 30 individuals in the water, which included multiple intoxicated and underage youth at the July 4th Floatilla in Waikiki.
Free Summer Classes Offered to Maui Youth at UHMC
Intermediate and High School students on Maui are encouraged to sign up for free career-focused summer classes this month at University of Hawai‘i Maui College.
North Korea ICBM Test Represents “New Escalation”
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson on Tuesday condemned the missile test saying it “represents a new escalation of the threat to the United States…”
Waipuilani Park Parking Lot, Restroom Closure
Restrooms and the parking lot at Waipuilani Park in Kīhei will be closed from July 5th to the end of August for the installation of a new irrigation system.
Public Help Sought in Finding Owner of Adrift Kayak off Wailea, Maui
The Coast Guard is seeking help identifying the owner of a blue and green Renegade kayak found adrift and unmanned about two miles off of Wailea, Maui.
New Hawaiʻi Law Bans Wildlife Trafficking
Senate Bill 2647 (Act 125), is described as the most comprehensive US state law targeting the illegal wildlife trade.
Public Input Sought on Maui’s Kula and Kahikinui Forest Reserves
The state is seeking public input on a draft forest reserve management plan for Kula Forest Reserve and Papa‘anui tract of the Kahikinui Forest Reserve on Maui.
Rotary School Supplies Drive to Benefit Lahaina & Hāna Students
Collected supplies and funds will be taken to schools for children in need at Princess Nāhiʻenaʻena, Kamehameha III, Lahaina Intermediate and Hāna Schools.
Search Underway for Man Missing Near Ka‘alu‘alu Bay, Hawai‘i Island
A search is underway for a 48-year-old man who was last seen in the water at Kaʻaluʻalu Bay on the Big Island of Hawaiʻi on Monday evening.
New Laws Support Women’s Health, Protects Kids
Governor Ige signed several measures into law on Monday, which provide greater assurance for families who utilize child care services, supports women’s health..
Maui Health System Announces Leadership Team
Maui Health System announced members of its leadership team ahead of Saturday’s transfer of three Maui hospitals to management under the Kaiser affiliate.
Refrigerator Trade-In Program Returns to Moloka‘i
Moloka‘i residents have the opportunity to become more energy-efficient by trading in their old appliances in exchange for new ENERGY STAR models.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures, July 3-7
In Haʻikū, road maintenance continues on the Hāna Highway, and will result in alternating lane closures between Mile Markers 14 and 15 between 7 a.m. & 5 p.m.
DMVL Kīhei Satellite Office Closed For 3.5 Weeks
The three and a half week closure of the Kīhei DMVL will allow for construction of more service counters as well as improve office infrastructure.
Siren, Emergency Alert Test: Monday, July 3, 2017
The state’s monthly test of the statewide outdoor warning siren system amd the live broadcast segment of the EAS, is scheduled for Monday, July 3rd at 11:45a.m.
Blessing Commemorates Historic Maui Hospital Transfer
The Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital, and Lānaʻi Community Hospital officially transferred operations to Maui Health System today.
SUV’s Hot Exhaust Ignites Mahinahina Brush Fire
A 46-year-old woman reported driving her SUV through tall grass and after stopping for a short time, she noticed flames coming from underneath her vehicle.
Vehicle Downs Power Pole in Kahului
An early morning traffic accident in Central Maui downed a power pole and knocked out electricity to parts of Kahului on Saturday morning, July 1, 2017.
OHA Issues Statement Relating to Maui Sand Dunes
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs called upon Maui Lani Partners to temporarily cease all sand and other resource extraction and grading.
