Maui News
Miss Keiki Hula 2014 Headlines Keokea Hoʻolauleʻa
Keaolani Hosino, of Maui’s Halau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi, under the direction of Nā Kumu hula ʻIliahi and Haunani Paredes, is scheduled to perform at 11:30 a.m., with hoʻolauleʻa events scheduled throughout the day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Molokaʻi Man Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Investment Fraud
David “Kawika” Buchanan, 47, of Molokai was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison in an investment fraud case.
Maui Crime Log: 30 Burglaries, 11 Vehicle Break-ins
Maui police responded to 30 burglaries, 3 vehicle thefts, and 11 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period, between August 10 to 16, 2014.
Free Entry to Haleakalā for 98th Birthday of Park Service
Haleakalā National Park will celebrate the 98th birthday of the National Park Service by waiving its normal entrance fee of $10 on Monday, Aug. 25, 2014.
Two Quakes, No Tsunami: 3.3 Near Hana Maui, 6.0 in N California
There were two earthquakes of interest reported overnight–the first, a 3.3 earthquake was reported 32 miles NE of Hāna, Maui at 11:59 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014; and a separate, a 6.0 earthquake located about 6 miles SSW of Napa, Caifornia reported about 20 minutes later at 12:20 a.m. HST (3:20 a.m. Pacific Time near the epicenter).
Maui Crews Respond to Small Brush Fire in Lahaina
Maui firefighters are responding to a small brush fire reported at around 12:11 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 22, 2014, in an area mauka of the Honoapiʻilani Highway in Lahaina.
Police Seek Help in Alleged Credit Card Theft Case in Waikapū
Police say an unknown male depicted in the attached photographs allegedly attempted to use a stolen cards at an ATM located at Bank of Hawaii Wailuku branch on Main Street.
Cultural Demos this Weekend at Summit and Kīpahulu Districts
The public is invited to an ongoing series of cultural demonstrations happening this Saturday, Aug. 23, within both districts of Haleakalā National Park.
Mayor’s Office Looking to Lease Old Maui High for $1 Per Year
The winning proposal must demonstrate the financial capability to not only carry out their business plan, but to also address infrastructure issues at the 100 year old campus.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawaiʻi after 4.1 Lānaʻi Quake
The 4.1 earthquake was reported at 2:37 a.m. in the deep ocean southwest of Lānaʻi. In Maui County, the quake was felt in Kula, Makawao, Kīhei, Haʻikū, and Lānaʻi City.
Manpower Shortage Results in Missed Haʻikū Trash Route
Areas affected include: Haʻikū Road, North Holokai Road, Kauhikoa Road, Kaupakalua Road, East and West Kuiaha Road, Peʻahi Road, Ulumalu Road, and all surrounding side streets.
Big Island Makeup Election Challenged in Hawaiʻi Supreme Court
A lawsuit was filed in state Supreme Court today challenging the make-up election held on Friday, August 15, for two Hawaiʻi Island precincts that were closed on primary election day due to the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Iselle.
Arson Suspected in Fire That Destroyed $10K Maui Canoe
Maui police say the fire was deemed suspicious and have classified the case as a second degree arson. The value of the canoe was estimated at $10,000.
Maui Applicants Sought to Fill Vacancy on State Elections Commission
Chief Justice Mark Recktenwald is soliciting applications from residents of Maui County to fill a vacancy on the state Elections Commission.
Burn’n Love Partners with Food Bank to Provide Meals to Keiki
Proceeds from the partnership will benefit the food bank’s Aloha Backpack Buddies program, which provides elementary school children a pre-filled backpack containing six meals they take home for the weekend.
Maui Students Named to Meth Project Teen Advisory Council
King Kekaulike High School eleventh grader, Sarah Salemi and Baldwin High School senior McKayla Wandell were the lone Maui representatives selected for the group.
Maui Fair Parade Application Deadline Approaching
Preparations are now underway for the 92nd Maui Fair, and applications are now available to participate in the opening day parade. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 12, 2014 by 2 p.m.
Decisions Scheduled for Lahaina Sign Design Guidelines
The CRC could vote to approve the changes at the September 4 meeting, or if outstanding concerns remain and additional work is needed, then another meeting will be held in October.
BREAKING: 6 Finalists’ Names in Maui Police Chief List
A special committee tasked with reviewing applications for the Maui police chief vacancy, has narrowed the list to six finalists and has released the names of those still in the running. The list includes…
Mayor Unveils New Format for Budget Meetings
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa joins his administration in hosting a series of community meetings in September and October to receive public comment on the fiscal year 2015-2016 budget.
