Maui News
EXCLUSIVE: Dengue Fever Case Confirmed on Maui
The state Department of Health tells Maui Now that they have confirmed a case of dengue fever in a resident of Maui that recently traveled to a country where dengue fever is endemic.
Suspect in Car Theft, Police Chase Arrested for Robbery
Andrew Flood, 24, remained in custody at last report in lieu of $155,000 bail.
Institute of Hawaiian Music at UH Maui To Audition For New Students
The Institute of Hawaiian Music at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College is recruiting new students for the Fall semester. Auditions will be held on Saturday, March 12, 2016.
Results: 3rd to 5th Graders Compete in Maui Math Challenge
The event was held over the weekend on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, and featured more than 100 students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grades at 10 schools across Maui.
Survey: Rapid ‘Ōhi‘a Death More Widespread Than Previously Thought
Officials say that pending ground verification, new estimates show the infection has now spread to some 34,000 acres on the Big Island of Hawai‘i.
Motorcade Tribute for Late Senator Gilbert Kahele
The public is invited to pay their respects to the late State Senator Gilbert Kahele as he makes his final journey home from Honolulu to Hilo.
2016 Head Start Open Enrollment Begins
Children who will be three or four years old by July 31, 2016 are eligible for enrollment.
Siren and Emergency Alert System Test, Feb. 1, 2016
The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency monthly test of the statewide outdoor siren warning system is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 1, 2016.
Cochran Requests Update on Pest Management Pilot Program
Councilmember Elle Cochran has requested an update on the Department of Public Works’ projects and initiatives, including the pest management pilot program, at a committee meeting scheduled for Monday, Feb. 1 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber.
Brush Fires: Kahului Community Center and Kula Highway
Maui fire crews responded to two small brush fires reported on Friday evening in Kahului and early Saturday morning in Kula.
Vehicle Accident Ignites Brush at Launiupoko
The fire threatened two homes above the accident and came within 200 feet of one of the structures. The two occupants escaped with minor injuries.
Maui Crime, Jan. 17–23: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 20 burglaries, 10 vehicle thefts, and 13 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period, between Jan. 17 to 23, 2016.
Funds Released: Piilani Hwy Traffic Mitigation, Honoapiʻilani Hwy Shoreline Improvement
Governor David Ige has released $75,000 for construction to provide traffic mitigation improvements on Piʻilani Highway at Ohukai Road on Maui.
Ukiu Road, Crime Watch Topics of Makawao Community Meeting
Agenda items include the proposed re-routing of one-way morning traffic on Ukiu Road, and a Business Crime Watch presentation by Maui Police Department.
Staff Shortage Affects Refuse Pickups in Haʻikū, Pāʻia
A residential refuse collection route in the Haʻikū and Pāʻia areas was not picked up on Friday, Jan. 29, 2016 due to a staff shortage.
Application Period Begins Feb. 1 for Preschool Open Doors
To qualify for the program, children must be eligible to enter kindergarten in the 2017-2018 school year (born between August 1, 2011 and July 31, 2012).
Coast Guard Rescues Mariner off Maui, Flares Launched
The Coast Guard rescued a mariner aboard a disabled 18-foot recreational vessel following a report of four red flares off Maui Thursday night.
Vendors Sought for March 26 Paukūkalo Kuhio Fest
Daylong entertainment, foods and crafts are among the attractions at the 27th annual Prince Kuhio Day celebration on March 26, 2016 at the Paukūkalo Hawaiian homestead.
Duke’s Beach House Presents Educator Award at Princess Nahiʻenaʻena School
Kalele Kekauoha-Schultz, a counselor, was acknowledged for aiding a fellow teacher who was experiencing a medical emergency.
2100 Toys Collected in Annual Drive for Kids in Need
Organizers say the 2015 Holiday Toy Drive was the most successful to date and both Maui United Way and Friends of the Children’s Justice Center intend on continuing the partnership next year.
