Maui News

Finished videos from participating schools will be reviewed by the network, with a select few to air nationally during the coming year. With school back in session, Suzuki said work will soon begin on video reports to be produced by students focusing on immigration, poverty and education.

Henriette was last located 1345 miles ESE of Hilo, and 1,440 miles ESE of Kahului, according to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.

Edward Riley Martin, 55, was charged on Tuesday, Aug. 6, with second degree attempted murder, first degree terroristic threatening, and violation of an order for protection, according to Maui Police Lieutenant William Juan.

There were incidents reported at the following locations: (1) Haʻikū, (1) Kāʻanapali, (3) Kahului, (2) Kaunakakai, (3) Kīhei, (1) Lahaina, (2) Makawao, (1) Nāpili, (1) Pāʻia, (1) Pukalani, (1) Waikapū, and (4) Wailuku.

Tropical Depression Gil is now located about 975 miles ESE of Hilo, and has dropped from a storm back down to a depression with sustained winds near 35 mph, according to the NWS & CPCH.

According to Capt. Haʻake, the fire caused $250,000 in damage to the structure, $50,000 to its contents, and $50,000 to miscellaneous vehicles within the property including a Hummer mentioned in news reports.

As soon as the funds are released, it will reportedly trigger a $250,000 grant from the County of Maui, said board members, but additional funds are being sought to bring the facility up to modern day standards.

Maui police say a suspect wanted in connection with a second-degree attempted murder investigation, is now in police custody.

Other upcoming events honoring Vickers include the addition of his name to the War Memorial wall of honor on Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2013; and a Memorial Dive Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 10.

The well is one of four replacement wells that the department hopes to use in anticipation of the closure of Wailuku Shaft 33.

Volunteers with the American Red Cross on Lānaʻi assisted residents affected by a house fire over the weekend.

Forecasters are tracking two systems in the Pacific. Tropical Depression Gil, which is closer to the Hawaiian Islands, has weakened and was about 1,175 miles ESE of Hilo, Hawaii.

The incident was reported at 5:42 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4, fronting a home on Molokaʻi ʻĀkau Street in Kahului.

Bystanders told authorities that it appeared that the fire started near the vehicles and spread to the structure, according to fire officials, but the cause remains under investigation.

Authorities say during the reported calls, customers were directed to pay their utility bills over the phone to avoid any service disruption.

On its first day of service, Roberts had reportedly helped 20 customers before 11:30 a.m., offering its first ride at 6:15 a.m. to a customer headed to Kīhei.

Growing Dreams, the signature event for Maui Youth and; Family Services, takes on a Flora Couture theme, showcasing avant-garde fashion with floral accents.

A portion of beach in South Maui was under surveillance for about two hours earlier today following a confirmed shark sighting in the area of Mākena Landing, officials said.

The program has already accepted 15 students, and can accommodate up to 10 to 12 more, according to the announcement.

Officials say the change will enable direct discussions about the development of the project with the community, including the Kīhei Community Association and other groups.