Maui News
Governor to Address Looming Sequestration Impacts on Hawai’i
As federal sequestration measures are scheduled to take affect by midnight, Gov. Neil Abercrombie and state Finance Director Kalbert Young will hold a news conference regarding Hawaii’s response to the automatic nationwide spending reductions.
War Memorial Little League, Paia Gym Field Improvements
The improvements include a $403,443 project to improve accessibility at the War Memorial Little League fields, and a $61,960 project for fencing and backstop construction at the Paia Gym Field.
Hawai’i House Moves 69 Bills Over to Senate
The items that advanced include several focused on sustainability, the environment, the economy, healthy living, and improving the quality of life in Hawai’i.
Ka’anapali Beach Nourishment Bill Unanimously Clears House Floor
Although Ka’anapali Beach was recently named the best beach in the nation, lawmakers say it has experienced severe and chronic erosion, that has degraded sections of the beach and damaged shoreline infrastructure and amenities.
Kamole Water Treatment Plant Shutdown Scheduled
During the scheduled shutdown, customers in Lower Kula, Makawao, Pukalani, and Haliimaile are asked to conserve water. The shutdown will allow contractors to install new pumps with high efficiency motors, to replace the old pumps that were installed in 1976.
$67K Awarded in First Round of Maui Small Town Planning Grants
Four projects on Maui were named as recipients in the first round of funding.
Hawai’i Delegation Weighs in as Sequestration Imminent
Hawaii’s Senatorial Delegates in Washington announced their opposition to a Republican plan to address sequestration saying the impacts will hurt middle-class families.
Parent Satisfaction Considered in Public School Survey
Survey results provide schools data on everything ranging from parent satisfaction with course offerings, support services and availability to discuss their child’s progress to whether students feel safe and are meeting their goals.
Nominations Sought for Maui Outstanding Older Americans
The county established the awards in 1968 to celebrate the contributions and achievements of older residents, with the first honoree being Wendell Crockett.
Hawai’i Senate to Honor World War II Tuskegee Veterans
Certificates of Recognition will be presented to Hawai’i residents Romaine Goldsborough and Philip Baham, along with Alexander Jefferson of Michigan.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai’i After 6.9 Kuril Islands Quake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.9 preliminary magnitude earthquake in the Kuril Islands. The quake was reported at 4:06 a.m. HST at a depth of 52 km.
6 Maui Burglaries Reported Feb. 17 to 23, 2013
Maui police responded to 6 burglaries over a seven day period, between February 17 and 23, 2013. There were incidents reported at the following locations: Hana, Kahului, Kihei, Kula, Pukalani, and Waiehu.
Schatz Encourages Health Insurance Transparency
“It is critical for Hawai‘i families to have access to the right information when making important decisions about their health insurance,” said Sen. Schatz. Schatz participated in his first committee hearing in his official congressional capacity today.
Final Chance to Vote for Paia as Happiest Seaside Town
The final hours of voting are underway for the Country’s Happiest Seaside Town, a poll that features Paia on Maui one of the choices.
Maui High Wins Regional Ocean Science Competition
The Ocean Sciences team from Maui High School advances to the National competition after winning the regional Aloha Bowl over the weekend.
Haleakalā Tourism Credited with $68 M Benefit to Local Economy
A new National Park Service report for 2011 shows tourism at Maui’s Haleakalā National Park generated more than $68 million for the local economy. The report further notes that the spending supported 836 jobs in the local area.
Special Hawaii Mass Planned for Pope Benedict XVI
The service is to give thanks for the Petrine ministry of Pope Benedict XVI, who will leave office tomorrow. Bishop Larry Silva said prayer will also be made for guidance on the cardinals who will elect the pope’s successor.
RESTORED: Kahului Airport Area Temporary Power Outage
As of 2:34 p.m., all customers were restored with the exception of the rental companies located just outside the airport.
CERT Free Disaster Preparedness Training in Lahaina
Residents interested in free training in emergency response are invited to attend CERT Basic Training in West Maui next month.
MFD Promotes 3 to Fire Fighter III
Three individuals from the Maui Fire Department were promoted to the rank of Fire Fighter III, Fire Apparatus Operator. They include…
