Maui News
Barbara Yamashita Appointed DHS Deputy Director
Yamashita’s ties to Maui County include previous work as a hospital administrator for Sutter Health Systems in the expansion of its practice on the Island of Moloka’i.
BRIEF: Scheduled Power Outage: Haiku to Hana
Maui Electric Company will conduct a planned power outage starting at 9 a.m. today, and ending at 4 p.m. in parts of Hana and Haiku. The outage will affect sections of the Hana Highway from Ulumalu Road, including Huelo, Kailua, Keanae, Nahiku, and Aaeleku at Mile Marker 31.
Road Resurfacing Project Begins in West Maui
The work zone extends along the Honoapiilani Highway from Honokowai to Hoohui Street in Kahana, with work scheduled to run from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., according to a public notice issued by Maui Mater Builders.
Maui Lawmakers Introduce Taxation and Employment Bills
Maui Rep. Kyle Yamashita introduced an employment security bill that adjusts maximum unemployment benefits and unemployment insurance contribution rates. Rep. Angus McKelvey introduced a bill seeking the establishment of a tax credit for those who hire unemployed or disabled veterans.
Firefighters Battle Flare Ups in Kaunakakai
Firefighters continue mop-up operations today at a 200-acre brush fire first reported on Sunday in Kaunakakai. On Monday, the fire remained contained, with reports of a few flare-ups within the burn area.
Canoe Park Discussion Surfaces in Wake of Boating Accident
The group, formed in honor of William Kalanikai “Uncle Billy” Gonzales, seeks the establishment of a water or canoe park for ocean goers. The third in a series of meetings takes place on Thursday, February 2, 2012.
2012 Election Season Officially Begins on Wednesday
The 2012 election season in Hawaii officially gets underway on Wednesday, February 1, with the commencement of the candidate filing period. Until the state legislative reapportionment plan is complete, individuals may begin filings for only: county, Office of Hawaii Affairs and federal seats.
BRIEF: UH to Accept $9.68 Million for Palamanui Campus
The $9.68 million check comes as construction begins this year. The planned Palamanui campus of Hawai‘i Community College has been in the planning stages for eight years.
Mayor to Deliver State of the County Address, Feb. 24
Because of limited seating within the Council Chambers, the mayor’s office will open up the 9th floor and allow members of the public to view the address via a live television feed…
Haleakala Summer Internship for High School Students
Applications are now being accepted for high school internships at Haleakala National Park. The deadline to apply for the Pohai Malie Internship Program is Friday, March 30, 2012.
Maui Man Fatally Injured When Vehicle Overturns on Kekaulike Highway
A Maui man suffered fatal injuries in an early morning accident near Crater Road in Kula on Saturday, January 28, 2012. The man, identified as 20-year-old Cody Ikaika Miyoshi Endo of Makawao…
Crews Respond to Large Brush Fire in Kaunakakai
The 200 acre fire on Molokai was called 100% contained at 6 p.m., but not under control. Fire officials say the blaze got within 50 feet from homes in Kalamaula Mauka…
Cochran Hopes Auction Bid Will Save Honolua From Development
A small parcel of kuleana land at Honolua Bay was put up for auction this week after Maui Land and Pineapple Company filed a quiet title lawsuit, claiming part ownership.
Roundabout Construction Results in Temporary One-Way Traffic
A one-way traffic pattern will be temporarily implemented on one South Maui street because of ongoing roundabout construction. Starting on Monday, January 30, 2012, traffic on Piikea Avenue will only flow in the makai bound (downhill) direction.
General Plan Committee to Discuss Growth Plan
The meeting, hosted by the Maui County Council’s General Plan Committee will be held February 2, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
ACLU Confronts County On Occupy Maui Monsanto Protest
The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii filed a complaint letter with the County of Maui this week sighting concerns over First Amendment rights of protesters demonstrating near the Monsanto facility along the Pi’ilani Highway in Kihei.
Crews Suspend Search For Missing Maui Kayaker
After three days of searching from the air, land, and sea, the search for the missing kayaker on Maui was terminated. Torry Durrell, 55, of Kihei was last seen on Tuesday when his kayak was found in waters off of Kalepolepo Beach.
Internet Tracking Bill Deferred Over Privacy Predicament
The bill would have required 2 years of record keeping of an individual’s internet browsing history including each subscriber’s internet destination, protocol address, and domain name.
Citizen’s Guide to New Driver’s License Law
Starting March 5th, you have to prove four things: (1) your legal name, (2) your date of birth, (3) your social security number, (4) and your legal presence.
MECO Maalaea Generating Unit Trips Offline
Brief outages were reported in parts of Lahaina, Waiehu and Upcountry Maui, after a large diesel generating unit at the Maui Electric Company Maalaea Power Plant tripped offline.
