Maui News
Maui Makes Mark at 50th Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
Maui’s entrants into the 50th edition of the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival finished strong in the kane and solo divisions with Hālau Kekuaokalā’au’ala’iliahi, under the direction of nā kumu hula ‘Iliahi and Haunani Paredes, earning a second place finish for the Kahiko Kāne division, and a fourth place finish for the ‘Auana Kāne division.
No Tsunami From 7.1-Magnitude Quake in Papua, Indonesia
By Dave Smith A strong earthquake struck the province of Papua, Indonesia this evening. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said the 7.1-magnitude tremor did not generate a tsunami. The earthquake struck on land in the mountainous province at 1:42 p.m. Saturday, local time, or 6:42 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time. Its epicenter was located 169 miles […]
Crater on Mercury Named After Late Gabby Pahinui
The International Astronomical Union has named a crater on the planet of Mercury after the late Hawaiian musician Gabby Pahinui.
State Sheriff’s Division Issues Bulletin on Felon
The state Sheriff’s Division has issued a bulletin to airline carriers to be on the lookout for a 34-year-old felon considered armed and dangerous.
Maui No Ka ‘Oi: Manalani is Miss Aloha Hula 2013
Fifteen points ahead of her nearest competitor, Manalani English of Maui has earned what no other can claim–the Golden Anniversary title for Miss Aloha Hula.
UH College of Education is 65th in Rankings
College of Education at the University of Hawaii at Manoa has been ranked 65th out of 177 graduate schools of education by the US News & World Report.
Flower Arrangement Competition at Maui Ag Fest
The Maui Flower Growers’ Association will host a professional, adult amateur and keiki flower arrangement competition in the Maui Flower Growers’ Association tent at the Maui Ag Fest on Saturday at the Maui Tropical Plantation.
Habitat for Humanity Maui Appoints Deputy Director
Habitat for Humanity Maui has hired Richard Carr as deputy director.
Kahului Man Arrested in Knife Assault on Roommate
A 24-year-old Kahului man was arrested Wednesday after he cut his roommate on the arm with a knife during a scuffle at their residence, police said.
Pukalani Man Arrested After Scuffle at Foodland
A 21-year-old Pukalani man got into a scuffle with Police Monday night when he was stopped for stealing liquor from Foodland in Pukalani.
Nominations Being Accepted for Matsuri Business Award
Nominations are being sought for the 2013 Maui Matsuri Business Award. Nominees will be considered on the basis of their participation and support of the mission of the Maui Matsuri which is to preserve and perpetuate the Japanese culture on Maui.
Hui for Health and Project Vision Hawai’i in Lahaina
By Rodney S. Yap A Hui for Health and the Project Vision Hawai`i health bus are co-sponsoring free health screenings at two Lahaina sites this weekend. The events run from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, April 5, at the Hale O Waine`e Homeless Resource Center parking lot, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, […]
Sirens on Hawai’i Island Inadvertently Activated
The false activation occurred shortly before noon when technicians were conducting repairs to the system, authorities said.
UPDATE: Man Suffers 6-inch Wound in Ka’anapali Shark Attack
County officials have confirmed that a 58-year-old man was bitten by a shark this morning, in waters fronting the Ka`anapali Shores.
Maui Charity Walk Fundraising Begins
Kick-off events begin this week as community partners form teams and begin raising funds for the upcoming Visitor Industry Charity Walk.
Free Shuttle for Maui County Ag Festival 2013
Event organizers say the service was established this year in response to growing crowds and limited parking.
Six Rescued From Fishing Boat Near Kaho’olawe
Six people are safe after being rescued from a charter fishing boat that sank in about 1,200 feet of water off of Kahoolawe in Maui County on Monday afternoon, officials said
Maui 2014 Budget Focus of Mayor’s TV Show
The show will be moderated by Maui Managing Director Keith Regan, and will feature both Mayor Arakwa and Budget Director Sandy Baz.
5th “Art at the Capitol” Planned on April 5
The 5th Annual “Art at the Capitol” event takes place on Friday, April 5, featuring 460 works by local artists that will be on display in the offices of state legislators.
Hawai’i Island April Fool’s Prank Prompts Calls to 911
The Hawaiʻi Police Department reported that they received numerous 911 calls Monday morning in response to an April Fool’s joke.
