Maui News
Stephanie Lum to emcee MEDB’s Ke Alahele Education Fund dinner Aug. 23
Award-winning journalist and Hawaiʻi News Now anchor Stephanie Lum will return as emcee for the Maui Economic Development Board’s Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner and Auction on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa in Kā‘anapali.
Holomua 2025 and Ko‘i Awards return in November after half-decade hiatus
After a multi-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic and 2023 wildfires, the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce will relaunch its signature conference and awards gala this fall under a new name: Holomua 2025.
AI and Cloud Innovation Summit set for Sept. 10 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center
Hawai‘i is gearing up to host the Fourth Annual Hawai‘i AI and Cloud Innovation Summit: Presented by Google from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 10 at the Hawai‘i Convention Center on Oʻahu. The event is being hosted by the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism in partnership with Google Public Sector and the TRUE Initiative. […]
UH earns recognition for sustainability funding
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa has earned national and international recognition for its innovative efforts in securing funding for sustainability. In the 2025 World University Rankings for Innovation, UH Mānoa was ranked No. 4 in the United States and No. 28 globally in the “Funding for Sustainability” category, which recognizes universities that adopt a variety of innovative strategies to secure long-term […]
HIDOE advances efforts to cut food imports, boost local purchasing
With a statewide regional kitchen master plan now in motion, the Hawai‘i Department of Education is turning its attention to transforming school menus to feature more locally grown and produced foods.
Nashville artists featured in upcoming ‘Maui Songwriters Festival Summer Series’
A summer installment of the Maui Songwriters Festival takes place at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025. The summer series festival runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and features country artists Abby Anderson and Hannah Ellis.
Hawaiʻi State FCU awards $23K to support classrooms ahead of new school year
In support of the upcoming school year, Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union announced it has awarded $23,000 in grants to 47 public school teachers statewide through its 2025 Investing in Education grant program. The grants, each up to $500, will help teachers purchase essential classroom supplies and fund educational projects that enhance student learning.
Hawaiian Music Series welcomes Marvin Tevaga for July concert
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation has announced that its upcoming Hawaiian Music Series concert will feature a performance by Marvin Tevaga.
MPD warns of text message scams involving claims of unauthorized charges
The Maui Police Department is warning the public about a growing scam involving text messages that make false claims about unauthorized charges on personal accounts. The bogus messages often include a phone number to call to “resolve” the issue. After reaching the number, callers are told they’re targets of identity theft and must take immediate […]
Two Maui students receive prestigious Fukunaga Scholarships
Two Maui students — Kaiya Aiger of Maui High School and Kaili McMillin of Seabury Hall — have received Fukunaga Scholarships for the 2025-26 academic year. Aiger will be attending Northeastern University, and McMillin is headed for Brown University.
Aloha Kia partners on four islands to distribute books, school supplies
On Maui, employees from Aloha Kia Maui will be on hand for an event from 10 a.m. to noon on Thursday, July 31 at Nāpili Park, located at 50 Maiha Street in West Maui. The Hawaiʻi State Public Library System’s Maui Holoholo Bookmobile is partnering to give away books and school supplies at the event.
Case introduces proposal to expand indigenous-based tourism
“The bill will enable improved access to federal resources, helping these communities build sustainable tourism infrastructure and expand cultural tourism,” said Case. “In turn, it will foster a broader appreciation of indigenous peoples and create jobs and boost economic development in rural and underserved areas.”
Maui County volleyball officials sought for upcoming high school volleyball season
Maui County Volleyball Officials, a non-profit organization, is recruiting officials for the upcoming high school volleyball seasons during the 2025-2026 school year. No experience is necessary. Training and equipment will be provided. The first officials training session is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at Seabury Hall in Makawao. Games are scheduled for Tuesday […]
Call for entries: 23rd Richard Hoʻopiʻi and 4th Carmen “Hulu” Lindsey falsetto contests
Both contests honor the legacy and artistry of two of Maui’s most beloved musical treasures—Richard Hoʻopiʻi and Carmen Hulu Lindsey—while nurturing the next generation of falsetto performers.
Maui Prep seeks performing arts educators
Maui Preparatory Academy is seeking enthusiastic and creative educators to join its Lower School Performing Arts team. The school is currently hiring part-time Theater and Music teachers for grades K–5. They are looking for educators that are passionate about inspiring young learners through performance, music, movement and storytelling.
New MPD helicopter, ‘Hekili,’ blessed, ready as an emergency response asset
The Maui Police Department celebrated the arrival of its new multi-mission helicopter, Hekili — meaning “thunder” in Hawaiian, during a blessing ceremony Thursday at the Central Maui Regional Sports Complex. Chief John Pelletier said the August 2023 wildfires showed that the Police Department could no longer rely solely on the Maui Fire Department’s Air 1, which is […]
Congressman Case to hold virtual ‘Tele-Talk Story’ on July 29
Hawaiʻi US Rep. Ed Case will host a live virtual “Tele-Talk Story” event on Tuesday, according to an announcement. The event will be live-streamed on his Facebook page @repedcase and on his official website. “It is critical to my representation of a very diverse district in Congress that I communicate openly and frequently with my […]
Raising Cane’s ‘Stuff Da Bus’ school supply drive set for Saturday to help keiki in need
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is teaming up with Maui United Way in a “Stuff Da Bus” back-to-school supply drive from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at its Kahului location, 176 Ho’okele St. The event will benefit keiki in need. KISS FM 99.9 DJ Ed Kanoi is set to be there as well. “Maui’s keiki […]
Free CRB workshop for Molokaʻi community set July 29
To build Molokaʻi’s capacity to detect and prevent the spread of the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), the County of Maui Department of Agriculture and CRB Response are holding a free workshop Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at One Ali‘i Park Pavilion, Kaunakakai.
DOE seeks public input on Baldwin High School master plan improvements
Public input is being sought on a state Department of Education’s master plan improvements for Baldwin High School, including sports facilities and classrooms on 42 acres in Wailuku. Proposed master plan improvements include construction of athletic facilities, including locker rooms, a weight room, a training room, track and practice field, and four physical education classrooms. […]
