Maui News
BRIEF: Mechanical Problems Affect Refuse Pickups in Pukalani
Due to mechanical problems, one residential refuse collection route in Pukalani was not serviced today. The missed pickups are expected to be completed on Tuesday, Feb. 3.
Maui Food Tech Center Holding Second Annual Supply and Service Expo Feb. 18
The Maui Food Technology Center will host its Second Annual Supply and Service Expo, a trade show event dedicated to businesses in the food industry. The event will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015, at the Hannibal Tavares Community Center in Pukalani from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Preschool Open Doors Program Application Information Available
The Preschool Open Doors program will be accepting applications from March 1 to April 30, 2015, for preschool participation during the July 1, 2015, to June 30, 2016, school year.
Kaiser Employees Holding Six-Day Strike Statewide
Kaiser Permanente employees will be demonstrating during a six-day strike statewide beginning today, Feb. 2, in response to staff cuts and closing facilities. Picketing on Maui will take place at Kaiser’s Maui Lani and Wailuku locations.
Road Projects to Begin in Lāhainā and Wailuku on Feb. 1
Maui County’s Highway Division will be sealing roadways in two Maui locations next week in an effort to preserve roadways.
Mayor to Address Affordable Housing at MNHCoC Dinner
Mayor Alan Arakawa will speak at the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce’s February Membership Dinner to outline the county’s current efforts in alleviating high housing costs affecting many Maui residents on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 5:30 p.m. at the Maui Tropical Plantation in Waikapū. Reservations must be made by Sunday, Feb. 8.
Maui County Seeks Nominees for Volunteer Heroes Award
The County of Maui Department of Housing and Human Concern’s Volunteer Center is looking to recognize community members who give back through volunteer service. The center is asking local nonprofit and government agencies to submit nominations for an outstanding volunteer to be recognized during an awards program on Thursday, April 16, 2015 by Mayor Alan Arakawa, as part of a Celebration of Service.
Teen Tagline Contest Announced to Prevent Underage Drinking
The County of Maui Department of Housing and Human Concerns is holding a “Tag It” contest now through Mar. 1, 2015, as part of the “Be A Jerk” campaign, which aims to change community environments that lead to underage drinking.
MauiGrown Coffee Gets Starbucks’ Certification
MauiGrown Coffee recently received the Starbucks CAFÉ (Coffee and Farmer Equity Practices) certification, passing the evaluation with flying colors.
I Love Lāhainā Event Raises Money for West Maui Schools
West Maui Schools received $20,000 from an I Love Lāhainā event last November that was funded by Safeway, Property Development Centers and Lāhainā Cannery Mall.
Maui Crime Stoppers Seeking Assault Suspect
Maui Police and Maui Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person responsible for assaulting a motorist on Jan. 16, 2015, at the intersection of Ho‘okele Street and Mokulele Highway in Kahului.
MPD Offering CSI Summer Camp for High School Students
The Maui Police Department is now accepting applications for its CSI Camp–a free crime scene investigation workshop for high school juniors and seniors. The Camp is scheduled for June 22 to 26, 2015, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The workshop will be limited to 12 students.
Maui Police Report Fatality in Kīhei
The Maui Police Department’s Kīhei Patrol reported a fatality on Thursday, Jan. 29.
Maui County Crime Log Jan. 18–24: Burglaries, Thefts, Break-Ins
Maui police responded to 21 burglaries, 24 vehicle break-ins and 13 vehicle thefts in Maui County over the seven-day period between Sunday, Jan. 18, and Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015.
Maui Rail System on Track for the Distant Future
Mayor Alan Arakawa disclosed the possibility of a rail system on Maui this week during an interview with KHON2 News. The story drew a flurry of comments from local residents online and on Facebook who shared mixed reactions to the concept. However, the mayor’s idea is presently a vision for the distant future.
Brainstormers Present ‘Get the Nuts and Bolts Fitting Right in Retail or Wholesale’
Maui Business Brainstormers will present “Retail or Wholesale: Get the Nuts and Bolts Fitting Right” on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at the Lahaina Intermediate School from 4 to 6:15 p.m.
Monsanto Fund Awards $12K in Grants to Science Education
The Monsanto Hawai‘i Science Education Fund recently awarded 13 of the state’s public schools and educational organizations with over $12,000 in grant money.
Environmental Organizations Team Up for Cleanup with ‘Bigs’ and ‘Littles’
Mālama Maui Nui and West Maui Mountains Watershed Partnership teamed up with volunteers from Big Brothers Big Sisters Hawai‘i for a cleanup project on Saturday, Jan. 17.
Friends of Haleakalā National Park Seek Volunteers for Crater Service Trip
The Friends of Haleakalā National Park is seeking enthusiastic and physically fit volunteers for an upcoming three-day service trip in Haleakalā Crater.
Managing Director Inviting ‘People Who Made A Difference’ to Brainstorming Session
Maui County Managing Director Keith Regan is inviting all past honorees of The Maui News’ annual “People Who Made A Difference” to the Mayor’s Lounge on Tuesday, Feb. 24.
