Maui News
Preserving Maui’s Most Cherished Places
The General Plan Committee discusses Chapter 2 of the Maui Island Plan focusing on Heritage resources.
Solar Rebates Go Through the Roof
Rebates of up to $1,750 are being offered to residents who replace their old electric water heaters with solar water installations.
Travel Warning Issued for Japan
The U.S. Department of State has upgraded its travel alert to a warning for US visitors to Japan. This comes upon a deteriorating situation at the Fukushima Dai0ichi Nuclear Power plant.
Hawaii Budget Challenge Following Tsunami
Revised projections are being sought from the Council on Revenues in light of the recent Japan quake and Pacific tsunami.
Deadline Nears for Maui Flood Map Changes
Property owners wishing to appeal proposed changes to federal flood insurance rate maps have just four weeks left to meet deadlines.
Initiative Launched to Modernize State Technology
Outdated information technology systems will be updated under an initiative being launched by Governor Abercrombie.
Hawaii Launches “Aloha for Japan” Relief Effort
A coordinated statewide effort, entitled Aloha for Japan, has been launched to collect donations for victims of the deadly Japan earthquake and Pacific wide tsunami.
Hawaii Expats Monitor Disaster Developments in Japan
Hawaii expatriates now living in Japan continue to monitor news reports and radiation levels in day six of a series of disasters in Japan.
Governor Gets First Hand Look at Maui Tsunami Damage
The cost of cleanup continues to rise as assessments are made of tsunami swept areas across the state. Today, Governor Neil Abercrombie visited both Maui and the Big Island.
VIDEO: Maui Committee Begins Discussion on Phase out of Injection Wells
The Infrastructure Committee yesterday heard testimony on a preliminary plan to phase out the use of injection wells in Maui County.
Kahului Candle Light Vigil Offered for Victims of Japan Disaster
The Japanese Cultural Society of Maui, will receive donations for the Japan relief effort at the March 24 event. All donations will go towards providing relief and recovery services in the devastated region.
VIDEO: Mayor Arakawa Post Tsunami Assessment and Critique
Mayor Arakawa said all in all, Maui was able to return to business fairly quickly. He pointed out some areas that could be improved, and thanked the community for their cooperation during the emergency response.
UH Alliance pursues Maui High Performance Computing Center contract
The University of Hawaii in conjunction with industry leaders in high technology, are pursuing the Maui High Performance Computing Center Contract, which is expected to begin October 1, 2011.
Red Cross Donation Accepted for Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami
The American Red Cross, Hawaii State Chapter continues coordinated efforts to get donations to affected communities in the aftermath of the Japan Earthquake and Pacific Tsunami last week.
Governor Signs Bill Outlining Process for Appointed BOE
The governor has until April 1, 2011 to submit nominees to the Senate for confirmation this legislative session.
Abercrombie to Visit Damaged Areas, Tsunami Recovery Estimated at Tens of Million of Dollars
Governor Neil Abercrombie tomorrow, will visit areas damaged by the tsunami that swept through the islands last week.
Tsunami Damage Assessments Due Friday, March 18, 2011
Individuals and businesses on Maui that sustained tsunami damage are asked to submit an assessment survey to the Maui County Civil Defense agency by Friday, March 18, 2011.
Tsunami Sparks Community Interest in Emergency Response Team
The recent tsunami on Maui has many asking how they can help or volunteer in future disasters.
Finding Loved Ones and Making Donations following Japan Quake and Pacific Tsunami
The following information was provided by the Red Cross for those searching, and also for those wishing to help with donations.
Normal Customer Service at MECO Resumes Monday
With the recent ratification of the contract for its union employees, normal customer service hours and operations will resume as of Monday, March 14, 2011.
