Maui News
Strong Winds Continue for Haleakala and Lanai
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the Summit of Haleakala above the 6,000 foot elevation, and the island of Lanai.
Souki Makes Appointment to Water Resource Nominating Committee
Speaker of the House Joe Souki of Maui has appointed Denise Antolini to serve on the Nominating Committee for the Commission on Water Resource Management.
Colorado Man Fatally Injured in Fall from Waihou Trail
The death of a Colorado man is being classified as a miscellaneous accident after he reportedly fell 20-25 feet from the Waihou Spring Trail on Maui.
Nogelmeier to Speak on Hawaiian Newspaper Project
The project aims to convert 116 years of Hawaiian language newspapers to digital searchable online files.
Maui Lane Closures for February 2 to 8
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting roadwork in the Keopuka area of the Hana Highway this week.
Maui Senator Supports “Steven Tyler Act”
The bill, now being called the Steven Tyler Act, after the Aerosmith lead singer, former “American Idol” judge, and part-time Maui resident, would give celebrities the right to sue over unwanted photos, images, and recordings in the islands.
Monk Seal Flown to Oahu for Urgent Care
The animal, identified by the tag K68, was observed exhibiting what appeared to be breathing difficulties, said Dr. Jeffrey Walters, Marine Mammal Branch Chief for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Strong Winds Forecast on Lanai and Haleakala Summit
Forecasters from the National Weather Service say winds will be blowing from the Northeast at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph.
6.7 Santa Cruz Islands Quake, No Tsunami Threat to Hawaii
There is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.7 preliminary magnitude earthquake in the Santa Cruz Islands that occurred at 12:17 p.m. HST on Friday, February 1, 2013.
PHOTOS: 40-Foot Tree Falls Forcing Closure of Kilohana Park
The 40-foot tree was discovered Friday morning, but is believed to have fallen overnight, county officials said.
Chief Flips Pancakes on Maui for National Fundraiser
Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals’ CEO John Lauck will be flipping pancakes for guests at the IHOP restaurant at the Maui Mall next week in celebration of National Pancake Day.
Maui Carries on Memory of Will Smith
The newly named board members include: Mark Ellman, Archie Kalepa, Alicia Kalepa, Lawrence Kauhaʻahaʻa, Marian Feenstra, and Jenny Worth.
PHOTO: “Light Snow Dustings” atop Haleakala this Winter
Authorities at Haleakala National Park have confirmed “light snow dustings” on more than one occasion this winter season.
Homestead Group to Discuss Upcountry Drainage
A plan to fix Upcountry drainage problems will be the focus of a Hawaiian homestead meeting this Sunday in Kahului.
Red Cross Offers Disaster Services Training in Central Maui
All Disaster Services training is provided free of charge. The first step for all new disaster volunteers is to take a series of basic disaster classes. New volunteer candidates must register for and attend the entire series.
Hawai’i Lawmakers Consider 10 Cent Bag Tax
According to the bill, a “single-use bag” would mean any type of one-use checkout bag whether plastic or paper, recycled or non-recycled.
Maui Lawmaker Introduces Bill to Ban Smoking on Beaches
Freshman Rep. Kaniela Ing of South Maui called Maui beaches “world-renown,” saying cigarette butts are still one of the primary causes of litter on Maui.
Wet Weather Prompts Flood Advisory on Maui
At 1:05 p.m. showed that most of the heavy rain had diminished over the windward portions of Haleakala; but moderate to heavy showers are now affecting the northern and western portions of West Maui from Honokohau to Napili and Lahaina.
Maui High Advances to National Science Competition
The win included $500 in prize money for the Maui High School Science Department, and an expenses-paid trip for each member of the team to the National competition that takes place from April 25-29.
Maui Takes Lead in Federally Funded Post-Disaster Plan
Maui County will take the lead on a two-year, $178,000 federally funded project to develop guidelines and protocols for reconstruction after natural disasters such as hurricanes and tsunamis.
