Maui News
LOCATED: Maui Police Seek Help in Locating Missing Person
***Update 8:34 a.m. 7/18/13: Maui police say the missing person has been LOCATED. Thank you for help.
Boy Airlifted From Waiheʻe Ridge Trail
An 11-year-old boy was air-lifted from the Waiheʻe Valley Ridge Trail on Wednesday, July 17, when he reportedly became ill and was unable to continue hiking, officials said.
Crew Awarded for Rescue of Polynesian Sailing Canoe
The crew of a motor boat was issued an award from the US Coast Guard on Tuesday for their help in the rescue of a traditional sailing canoe near Palau in March.
$998,000 Obtained for Old Haleakalā Hwy Sidewalk Project
The funds are aimed at improving safety in the area, which is frequently used by students attending King Kekaulike High School, officials said.
Mayor Heads to Pukalani in County on Your Corner
Pukalani is the next stop on the mayor’s “County on Your Corner” event calendar. The two hour event begins at noon on Saturday, July 20, outside of Pukalani Superette.
Water Jet Packs Discussed by State, Maui Business Seeks Permit
Here on Maui, resident Ben Owens said he is working on establishing a similar jet pack business in West Maui, but has not yet started operation.
Maui Historical Society Hires New Executive Director
The Maui Historical Society announced the hire of Donald Craib of Kīhei as its new executive director.
2nd Annual Kraig Vickers Honor Run
The run honors Maui’s Kraig MK Vickers, an EOD member of the US Navy’s Special Warfare Development group, who was killed in action in Afghanistan on Aug. 6 of 2011, during Operation Enduring Freedom.
Vice Chair Seeks Tree Protection with 3 Bills
The bills are aimed at reducing the loss of trees, creating a tree removal and replacement process, and enhancing shade in parking lots by increasing standards on both public and private property.
PHOTOS: Kaupō Fire 100% Contained
Fire crews will return for mop-up operations today after gaining 100% containment on a fire in Kaupō at around 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, 2013.
Family of 4 Safe After Paddle Board Outing Rescue in Nāpili
A family of four from San Diego, California, is safe after running into difficulty while paddle boarding on Tuesday afternoon in waters off of the Outrigger Nāpili Shores in West Maui, officials said.
5 Maui Teens Named to Meth Project Advisory Council
Members of the Hawaiʻi Meth Project’s Teen Council work throughout the school year to raise awareness about the risks of methamphetamine use, and provide a teen perspective on the campaign’s prevention strategies.
Kīhei Man Charged with Sex Assault of 8-year-old Girl
A 60-year-old Kīhei man was arrested and charged for the alleged sexual assault of an 8-year-old girl. Zdenek Behuncik was being held in lieu of $150,000.
Summer Safety with Andy Bumatai at the Maui Mall
The 2nd Annual Summer Safety Fair hosted by the Maui Memorial Medical Center takes place this Saturday, July 20, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Maui Mall in Kahului.
ADVISORY: Emergency Waterline Repairs on South Kīhei Road
The repair job begins at 8:30 this morning, Tuesday, July 16, and is expected to conclude by 1 p.m. Motorists are advised to take alternate routes and water customers are advised to store water for the morning if needed.
Kaupō Fire Rekindles, Burns Additional 25 Acres
The affected area was located at the 2,000-foot elevation, and was called 100% contained at 7 p.m. Crews will continue to monitor the burn area overnight and into tomorrow.
Emergency Repairs to Shutoff Water at Lahaina Aquatics Center
Emergency repairs to the waterline at the Lahaina Aquatics Center keiki pool will result in a water outage at the facility on Tuesday, July 16, until noon, county officials announced.
Fireworks Found at Kaupō Fire, Arson Suspected
“The time of day the fireworks were lit in the Kaupō incident indicate that this fire may have not been accidental,” according to information attributed to the fire chief in information released by the department today.
Kūlanihākoʻi Bridge at Risk of Collapse, $3.6M Replacement Sought
The structure earned a “sufficiency rating” of 2.0 on a scale of 0 to 100, with 100 representing full design standards.
MECO Aerial Inspections Scheduled July 23 to 25
Maui Electric Company will utilize helicopters to perform routine power line inspections on Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi from July 23 to 25.
