Maui News
UPDATE: Missing Person, Perez Found in Good Health
***Update: 2:10 p.m., 3/13/15, Missing Person Randy Perez was located by the Coast Guard today on his boat offshore in Lahaina. He was found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
Friday GMO Case Update Canceled, Federal Judge Delays Hearing
The GMO litigation update originally set for Friday, March 13 in the Council Chamber has since been is canceled after a federal judge postponed a hearing on the matter.
BRIEF: Emergency Exercise Friday at Kekaulike HS
Members of the state Department of Education, King Kekaulike High School and the Maui Police Department will be participating in a one day Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Exercise on Friday, March 13, 2015.
Water Resources Workshop Tonight, Public Input Sought
The meeting comes as discussion continues on the contested case involving 27 East Maui streams; and the recent release of water at Nā Wai ʻEha following a decade-long battle over water rights.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on Maui for District Work Period
During her visit, Gabbard will address the student body at Seabury Hall school Upcounty, visit the Maui Farm, and meet with Maui Police Chief Tivoli Faaumu.
VIDEO: Haleakalā Snow Twice in a Week
The National Weather Service has not issued any winter weather advisories for the summit of Haleakalā however, winter weather is being observed at the summit.
$4.9 M in Federal Funds Released for Maui County Schools
A total of $4,925,038 in federal funds have been allocated for local educational agencies in Maui County. The grants are intended to provide financial assistance to school districts for services that improve the teaching and learning of children at risk of not meeting academic achievement requirements.
Medical Pot Dispensaries, Hospital Partnerships Among Key Bills Advanced by House
House lawmakers on Tuesday, approved of a measure that would authorize the creation of a public private partnership for Maui’s public hospitals.
Senate Pass Hundreds of Bills on Third Reading
Among the bills that passed over include a measure that prohibits electronic cigarettes for anyone under 18 years of age, and a bill that creates a trust fund from public and private funding for Hawaiʻi’s elderly population.
Solid Waste Woes: Mechanical Problems in Haʻikū, Staff Shortage in Hāna
Mechanical problems resulted in missed refuse collection in Haʻikū on Tuesday, March 10; and a staffing shortage in East Maui will result in the partial closure of Hāna Landfill on Wednesday, March 11, 2015.
Committee to Receive Update on Maui GMO Litigation
A status update on two cases relating to the Maui GMO initiative will be considered by the Committee of the Whole at 9 a.m. this Friday, March 13, Committee Chair Don Guzman announced.
Maui 2015 State of the County Address: Complete Text
The address highlights the County’s achievements in 2014, as well as plans for the coming year. The mayor also discusses challenges facing the County of Maui.
UPDATE: Maui Murder Suspect Held on $1M Bail in Death of Mother
Maui police formally charged a Kahului man today in connection with the alleged stabbing death of his mother at a Makaliʻi Street home on Monday.
VIDEO: Kula Forest and Polipoli Park to Reopen After Iselle Damage
Maui’s Kula Forest Reserve and Polipoli State Recreation Area are scheduled to reopen on April 3, 2015, following the August 2014 closure due to damage from Hurricane Iselle.
Maui Man Dies in Pukalani Rollover Crash
A 19-year-old Pukalani man was fatally injured during an evening crash on the Old Haleakalā Highway on Monday, March 9, 2015. Maui police have since identified the man as…
Health Dept. Investigating Measles Report on Maui, No “Confirmed” Cases in 2015
Health officials are investigating a possible new measles case on Maui, but say there are no “confirmed” cases so far for 2015. Ronald Balajadia, Immunization Branch Chief for the Department of Health tells Maui Now that the report is currently under investigation.
Murder Investigation Launched into Stabbing Death of Kahului Woman
Police say the victim was a 43-year-old woman, and have since arrested a 25-year-old Kahului male relative.
Maui Hospital Legislation Faces Critical Crossover Deadline
Bills relating to the public-private partnerships in particular for the Maui Memorial Medical Center, Kula Hospital, and the Lānaʻi Community Hospital include HB1075, HD2; SB311; and SB795.
DHHL & DOT Nominees Gain Unanimous Confirmation
In a unanimous vote, members of the state Senate confirmed Jobie Masagatani as Chairperson of the Department of Hawaiian Homelands and William Aila, Jr. as Deputy to the Chair of DHHL.
Inspirational Speaker Featured in Free Talk at Kamehameha Maui
The Author and Parent Engagement Expert will discuss how parents and educators can foster an enduring partnership, built on mutual respect, trust and effective communication.
