Maui News
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i after 6.9 Papua New Guinea Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 6.9 (preliminary 7.2) magnitude earthquake reported at 11:26 a.m. on March 29, 2018 off of Papua New Guinea.
Longer Stays on Maui Boost Visitor Spending in February
Here on Maui, visitor spending grew by 6.1% in February to $429.8 million, fueled by an increase in visitor days (+6.3%).
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Waiehu Golf Course Renovation Begins April 16
Renovation begins on Waiehu Municipal Golf Course’s back nine greens starting April 16, 2018.
Maui Man Sentenced for Theft from US Department of Veteran’s Affairs
As a result of the false claims, Joslin received over $48,000 in VA disability benefits to which he was not entitled.
Brown Water Advisory Issued, McGregor Point to Māʻalaea Harbor
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued at McGregor Point to Māʻalaea Harbor.
Maui Electric to Upgrade Power Lines on Mākena Road, April 2-5
Maui Electric will be upgrading power lines along Mākena Road near Big Beach to La Perouse Bay from Monday, April 2 to Thursday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 2:30p.
Maui Expected to Get $100M in Federal Highway Funds
Maui is anticipated to receive $100M in Federal Highway funds over the next four years, which will be matched with $24M in local funds from the State and County
Report: 54% of Hawai‘i’s Population Was Born Here
The state DBEDT released a report, “Demographic, Social, Economic, and Housing Characteristics for Selected Race Groups in Hawaiʻi.”
Tsutsui Endorses Hanabusa for Governor, Maui Headquarters Open
Former Lt governor, Shan Tsutsui of Maui has endorsed Congresswoman Colleen Hanabusa for governor and announced he will be leading her campaign efforts on Maui.
Montana Man Dies, Teen Daughter Rescued at “Olivine Pools” on Maui
A 46-year-old man from Montana died after he jumped in the ocean to save his 15-year-old daughter who was swept in by a wave at the “Olivine Pools” on Maui.
9th Keiki Tilapia Tournament Raises $15,000
The winner of the Largest Tilapia of the Day, “Tilapa-Whoppa” award (for kids 2-5 years old), went to Kamanaʽo Basques for a fish that weighed in at 328 grams.
Maui Police Launch Distracted Driver Campaign April 1
The campaign is part of the national “U Drive. U Text. U Pay.” enforcement campaign that runs from April 1-30, 2018.
GRANDcares Program Launches Youth Club on Maui
The GRANDcares program recently designed an innovate curriculum for keiki ages 8-12 years old who are being raised by grandparents.
PacWhale Fleet of Vessels to Gather in Honor of Founder
Well-wishers of Pacific Whale Foundation founder, Greg Kaufman, are invited to gather at Mākena State Park’s Big Beach on March 30 for a Celebration of Life.
Maui’s Legislative Seats Draw Early Interest
Those who have expressed interest in Rep. Joe Souki’s 8th District seat include: Lynn Araki-Regan; Troy Hashimoto; Justin Hughey; Dain Kane; and Mary Wagner.
Maui District Health Office Renovations Begin April 2
Temporary relocation of Sanitation Program to Kahului Vector Control Building and Wastewater Branch to Room 301 from April 2- May 10
March, Concert For Our Lives on Maui
At UHMC, nearly a thousand-people gathered on the Great Lawn as students and elected officials made speeches saying “enough is enough” to end gun violence.
Water Main Break Forces Partial Closure of Prison St, Lahaina
Prison Street in Lahaina is closed between the Honoapiʻilani Highway and Waineʻe Street due to a water main break.
Plan Your Route: Maui Lane Closures for March 24-30, 2018
Roadwork is planned at various locations throughout Maui this week, resulting in lane closures and alternating lane closures between March 24-30, 2018.
Lahainaluna and Maui HS Win Robotics Awards
The Luna Robotics team earned the Excellence in Engineering Award and the Maui High Robotics team garnered the Judges’ Award.
