Maui News
Haleakalā Visitor Center to Re-open at Sunrise on March 19
The Haleakalā Visitor Center, located at the 9,741 foot elevation on the crater rim, will re-open at sunrise on Saturday, March 19, 2016.
Little Fire Ant Intercepted in Hāna
The landscaper, who prefers to remain anonymous, quarantined and tested for little fire ants before even unloading the shipment. His actions along with the rapid response by the MISC crew protected the whole community.
Naʻi Aupuni Seeks Broader Group to Ratify Native Hawaiian Constitution
Naʻi Aupuni announced yesterday that it would not conduct a ratification vote on the proposed Native Hawaiian constitution produced during last month’s ‘aha (convention), but recommends utilizing the convention’s participants to further the vote.
Maui Fire Department Schedules Controlled-Burns
On March 21-25, 2016 between 8 a.m and 5 p.m., the Maui County Department of Fire & Public Safety will be performing a series of “controlled burns” near mile marker 19 of Honoapiʻilani Highway in the Puamana area.
Arrests Made in Armed Bank Robbery
Michael Soto and Sandra Kahikina were charged with first degree robbery in connection with the Feb. 26th incident at the Territorial Savings Bank in Lahaina.
Puamana Structure Fire Burns Single Unit
Maui Fire Captain Paul Haake said the cause of the fire was related to a battery charger for battery-powered construction equipment.
Roofing Replacement, Repairs to Close Hāliʻimaile Gym Annex and Walkway
The Hāliʻimaile Gym Annex and attached walkway will be closed from March 21, 2016 through April 1, 2016.
House Approves $200 Million for Maui Community Correctional Center
The state house today approved more than $200 million in funds for renovations at the Maui Community Correctional Center in Wailuku, according to an announcement from the Hawaiʻi House of Representatives.
Flooding Forces Closure of ʻUlaino Road in Hāna
Maui police have closed a portion of ʻUlaino Road in Hāna this afternoon due to flooding. The closure was announced at 4:13 p.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2016.
Brown Water Advisory: Honokahua, Maui
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for Honokahua Bay in West Maui, due to heavy rains.
Sinkhole Reported in Oceanview Estates, Waiehu
Views into the gaping hole showed some exposed roots and concrete from a portion of the roadway had already dropped below the surface.
Water Repairs to Impact Traffic on Vineyard Street, March 17
The Department of Water Supply will be repairing a water service line on Vineyard Street, between North Church Street and North High Street this Thursday, March 17, 2016, between 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Police Release Surveillance Image in Kahului Burglary, Seek Public Help
The individual appeared to be in their early 30’s and was seen carrying crowbars, two of which have been recovered, according to police reports.
Maui’s Judge Bissen is First Testifier in Legislative Pilot Project
In a first-of-its-kind, pilot project the state house will accept video testimony from neighbor island residents during a committee hearing today.
Committee Considers Pesticide-Free Approach to Weed Control
“If the county can implement a pesticide-free program, it will set an example for the community and the environment will thank us,” said Cochran.
Drone Operator Assists Maui Fire Crews in Battling Remote Kahekili Fire
A remote brush fire located in dense overgrowth and trees off of the Kahekili Highway, burned four acres on Monday night before being contained.
Maui Senators Call Federal Assistance for HC&S Workers “Welcomed News”
State Senators from Maui were in unison calling Monday’s announcement confirming federal assistance for displaced Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company workers welcomed news.
Mayor Arakawa: State of the County is “One of Perpetual Change”
The Mayor discussed the expected loss of 650 jobs before the end of the year due to the cessation of sugar operations at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company. Other recent issues facing the county include the 5,000 acre brushfire at Kahikinui, severe flooding that forced the closure of the main DMV service center in Kahului, and a road that the Mayor said, “threatens to slip into the ocean,” in East Maui.
Maui Crime, March 6–12: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 20 burglaries, 5 vehicle thefts, and 17 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period, between March 6 and 12, 2016.
Schatz: Federal Money For HC&S Workers On The Way
The International Trade Commission issued a determination that the dumping of sugar from Mexico caused serious injury to the domestic sugar industry, and specifically named HC&S as one of the domestic firms impacted.
