Maui News
Update: Two on Maui Wanted for Questioning in Criminal Investigation
Maui police are requesting the public’s help in locating Micheal Roy Soto Jr. and Sandra M. Kahikina who are wanted for questioning in an ongoing criminal investigation.
UPDATE: Maui Police Seek Public Help in Finding Koenigs
Koenigs was last seen on Saturday, March 5, 2106 at around 2 p.m. at ʻĪao State Park in Wailuku.
Low Rainfall Prompts Water Conservation Request in Kaupō
Due to low rainfall over the last two months, the Department of Water Supply is asking all consumers in the Kaupō area to conserve water.
Solar Eclipse Over Hawaii Today
Hawaiʻi will be the first state in the US to get a total solar eclipse since the last solar eclipse over Hawaii in 1991. The path of totality actually passes…
HC&S 1st Round of Layoffs Begin
Monday, March 7, 2016, marked the last day for dozens of workers at Hawaiian Commercial & Sugar Company who were laid off as part of the company’s transition away from sugar cane production.
Council Sets Community Plan Meetings on Lānaʻi
The Lānaʻi Community Plan is intended to guide development on the island over a 20-year planning horizon.
Maui Ocean Center Celebrates 18 Years
The Maui Ocean Center celebrates 18 years during an anniversary event scheduled to take place this Sunday, March 13, 2016.
Makalapua Kanuha Named “Women to Watch” Honoree by PBN
Maui’s Makalapua Kanuha, director of culture at The Westin Kāʻanapali Ocean Resort Villas, was honored by Pacific Business News last week at their 18th Annual Women Who Mean Business Awards as a “Woman to Watch.”
Fitz Update: Hope Fund Makes Difference for Shelter Pet
The Maui Humane Society is reporting good news involving the recovery of shelter dog, “Fitz” who was found two weeks ago roaming the Hāna Highway.
Overnight Brush Fire in Olowalu Burns 2 Acres
Fire crews arrived on scene to find an active brush fire at the base of the mountain which was initially inaccessible due to blocked roads.
Maui Celebrates 150th Year Jubilee of the Royal Order of Kamehameha I
The signature event is being held in celebration of Hawaii’s oldest royal organization established by royal decree in 1865 by Kamehameha V.
Maui-Based Volunteer Honored at National Nonprofit Awards Ceremony
Dapitan has dedicated over 30 years to environmental conservation efforts, the majority of which has been in partnership with Keep America Beautiful.
Customers React to Theft at Kīhei Batting Cages
Some customers made it a point to visit Hitter’s Paradise two days after the owner reported a break-in at the small, family-friendly batting cages and pro shop.
Major Industrial Hemp Bill Passes State House
A bill to allow private farmers to grow and sell industrial hemp through permits from the State Department of Agriculture (HB2555) has unanimously passed the Hawaii State House of Representatives and will crossover to the Senate.
McKelvey Voices Support for Displaced HC&S Worker Assistance Bill
The reality of HC&S’s shutting down hits home with the first wave of layoffs on March 7th affecting 95 employees culminating with their entire workforce of 675 being reduced to 15 by the end of the year.
Maui Police Seek Help In Locating Missing Person
Police say Stanley Sudol Jr., 21, was reported missing today (Friday, March 4, 2016), but was last seen about three weeks ago on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2016.
Nominations Sought for 2016 Maui Outstanding Older American Awards
Last year’s awardees were Donald Jensen of Kīhei and Katsuko Enoki of Pukalani. To date, 50 older adult volunteers have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to Maui County.
Maui Electric Reports 35.4% Renewable Energy Use
Company representatives say the Big Island of Hawai‘i led the state with 48.7 percent of customer electricity use coming from renewable resources in 2015.
Washington Visitor Pulled from West Maui Waters
A visitor, swimming in waters near Honokōwai in West Maui, was pulled unresponsive from the ocean on Thursday afternoon, March 3, 2016.
CARE Act Clears Key Senate Committees
While the bill passed key committees without some clarifying amendments advocates had asked for, supporters say they approach crossover with viable bills in both the Senate and House.
