Maui News
“Aloha Plate” Wins Great Food Truck Race
The Hawaiʻi team, which includes chef Adam Tabura, his brother and comedian Lanai Tabura, and their friend and comedian Shawn Felipe, finished first, claiming a $50,000 award, and the keys to their own food truck.
Kahului Brush Fire Extinguished after Jumping Highway
The incident was reported just after 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28, about 150 yards east of Kmart, said Maui Fire Services Chief Lee Mainaga.
8,366 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Wailuku
An estimated 8,366 gallons of waste water overflowed in an easement area next to the baseball field on Kanaloa Avenue in Wailuku, county officials said.
11 Maui Burglaries Reported Sept 15 to 21, 2013
Maui police responded to 11 burglaries over a seven day period, between Sept. 15 and 21, 2013. There were incidents reported at the following locations: (1) Haʻikū, (2) Kahului, (1) Kaunakakai, (1) Kīhei, (1) Lahaina, (1) Pāʻia, (1) Pukalani, (2) Waiehu, and (1) Waikapū.
Diet Supplement Investigated in Hawaiʻi Liver Failure Cases
Health officials in Hawaiʻi are investigating at least 10 cases of acute liver failure and inflammation in which the only common finding is the patient’s use of dietary or nutritional supplements.
Government Shutdown Would “Harm People of Hawaiʻi”
US Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi said a government shutdown would be harmful and outlined areas where direct affects could impact the state.
Maui Visitor Spending Up 9.1%; Arrivals Up 3.9%
Visitor spending on Maui is up more than 9% so far this year, and visitor arrivals are up nearly 4%, according to year-to-date figures released this week by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.
Old Kahului Railroad Building to House DOT Harbors Office
Acting Governor Shan Tsutsui released $10.7 million for the relocation of the DOT Harbors Division Maui District Office to the Old Kahului Railroad Building.
Windsurfer in Distress Rescued at Hoʻokipa
A windsurfer was transported to the hospital in serious condition after he was rescued from waters at Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Thursday afternoon, authorities said.
Maui Non-Profit Seeks Votes to Win $25K PV System
Maui Farm, a non-profit that helps families that are homeless due to domestic violence and economic challenges, is hoping to be the one out of 16 non-profits across Hawaii to win a $25,000 photovoltaic system.
Cochran Confirmed to National Steering Committee
West Maui Council Member, Elle Cochran, will serve on the National Association of Counties’ Agriculture and Rural Affairs Steering Committee, officials announced today.
Maui Bus Re-Routed During Maui Fair Parade
The Maui Bus service will re-route and eliminate specific stops during the Maui Fair Parade, scheduled to take place on Thursday, Oct. 3, 2013, officials announced today.
Funding Secured for Native Hawaiian Leadership Program
The $1.5 million award from the US Department of Education Title VII Elementary and Secondary Education Act, funds the Liko Aʻe Native Hawaiian Leadership Program through August 2014.
Rescue Foundation Shines Light on Orphan Pets
The event is intended to shine a light on the healthy pets who are awaiting adoption, and reduce the number of orphan pets that are euthanized each year, event organizers said.
3.5 Earthquake Shakes Fern Acres, Hawaiʻi
A preliminary magnitude 3.5 earthquake was reported at 8:36 a.m. HST on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013, 11 miles south of Fern Acres on Hawaiʻi Island, officials said.
Road Through Maui Business Park Opens
Hoʻokele Street and Pūlehu Road will be open to motorists beginning at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013.
Search Resumes for Missing Hiker at Haleakalā
The 67-year-old man was last seen by his wife on Wednesday morning, Sept. 25, when he left for a hike, but failed to return, said Maui Fire Services Chief Lee Mainaga.
Honoapiʻilani Hwy Flipped Vehicle – Expect Delays
At 6:26 p.m., we received reports that traffic was starting to move and that the accident had been cleared from the main road.
EIS Preparation Underway for Piʻilani Promenade
Sarofim Realty Advisors is proposing the development of a mixed-use light industrial and commercial/business project. The project also includes plans for 200 apartment units and a Maui Electric Company substation on the nearly 75-acre project site.
‘Monsanto Protection Act’ Removed from Senate Plan
The US Senate today eliminated a provision within an appropriations bill that would have provided protections to Monsanto.
