Maui News
Red Cross Offers Ways to Help Typhoon Haiyan Recovery
Hawaiʻi residents have expressed tremendous concern and support for those affected, the Red Cross said.
Gabbard Presents Purple Heart to Wounded Sergeant
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard of Hawaiʻi presented a Purple Heart medal to Sergeant First Class Takumi Abe, during a special presentation held on Sunday on Oʻahu–a day ahead of today’s Veterans Day holiday.
Maui Veterans Day Remembrance Events
A remembrance ceremony will be held today on Maui in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. The ceremony runs from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Veterans Cemetery in Makawao, according to the Maui County Veterans Council.
Overnight Flooding Reported Across Kahului
Crews from the Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety responded to multiple calls for assistance and flooding due to heavy rains reported early on Sunday morning, Nov. 10, 2013.
Hālau Kekuaokalā‘au‘ala‘iliahi Takes Overall Titles in 23rd Hula O Nā Keiki
Ka‘ala Foster and Leah Ka‘umeaaloha Kimi Santiago, of Hālau Kekuaokalā‘au‘ala‘iliahi took home the overall Kāne and Wahine titles respectively in this year’s event. Both are haumana of Nā Kumu ‘Iliahi and Haunani Paredes.
Flood Watch Until Noon for Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi
A flood advisory has been cancelled for the Island of Maui. A flood watch remains in effect until noon today for Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.
UHMC Celebrates Veterans Resource Center Grand Opening
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College celebrated the grand opening of its newly established Veterans Resource Center today, just days ahead of the Veterans Day holiday on Monday.
Māla Ramp Repairs to Start in March 2014
A March 17, 2014 start date has been set for a repair project at Māla Ramp, that will result in a two-month closure, officials said.
DOT Breaks Ground on Kahului Airport Access Road, Phase 1
The Airport Access Road was designed as a traffic mitigation measure to meet continuing growth in use and demand at the Kahului Airport, enhance traffic circulation, and alleviate congestion.
All Clear Issued After E. Coli Violation at Kepaniwai Well
The violation was discovered after a sample collected from the location on Nov. 7, 2013.
Same Sex Marriage Bill Passes House, 30-19
State House lawmakers advanced a bill that would legalize same sex marriage in Hawaiʻi on third and final reading today in a 30-19 vote, with two members excused.
Smoke Alarm Maui Program Reaches Installation Goal of 500
In all, 500 alarms were installed in 115 homes, including 84 installations on Maui, 27 on Molokaʻi, 4 on Lānaʻi.
Diabetes Support Group Offers Tips for the Holidays
Diabetic patients and their family members are invited to a Diabetes Education Support Group, which will focus this month on tips for the holidays.
Hawaiʻi Enters “Expansion Phase” in Economic Forecast
According to Suyderhoud: tourism will taper, as the sector continues to grow but at a more moderate pace; construction will pick up, adding jobs; and state and local government will contribute to growth while federal spending will not.
Same Sex Marriage: Live TV, Online Streaming, Crowd Control
As state House lawmakers take up same-sex marriage legislation on the third and final reading, neighbor island residents will have the opportunity to tune in via live TV and online streaming.
Kīhei Police Station Blessing and Dedication Set
The Maui Police Department announced the planned blessing and dedication of the new Kīhei Police Station on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013.
UHMC Veteran’s Center Grand Opening Ceremony
A grand opening ceremony will be held for the new Veterans Club at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Liko A’e Celebrates 10 Years of Service
The Liko A’e Native Hawaiian Leadership Program celebrates its 10 years of service by providing a day of cultural activities, and scholar panels, on Friday, Nov. 8 at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College.
House Votes 30-18 to Advance Marriage Equality Bill on 2nd Reading
The state House of Representatives voted 30-18 on Wednesday to advance an equality bill relating to same sex marriage in Hawaii. The bill was passed with amendments, and now heads to a third reading, and a possible final vote on Friday, Nov. 8 at 10 a.m.
Maui Search Suspended for Possible Missing Kayaker
The US Coast Guard has suspended its search for a possible missing kayaker today, “pending further developments,” after a full day of efforts proved unsuccessful.
