Maui News
County of Maui Announces First Volunteer Hero
The County of Maui Department of Housing and Human Concerns’ Volunteer Center announced its first “Volunteer Hero,” Lillian Murakami, for her dedication and selfless giving to Hale Makua Wailuku. A Wailuku resident, Lillian began volunteering 13 years ago when her mother became a resident at Hale Makua. After her mother passed away, Lillian continued to […]
Maui’s Flyin’ Hawaiian Zipline owner Duane Ting honored with Young Businessperson Award
By Wendy Osher Duane Ting, owner of Flyin Hawaiian Zipline was honored Friday night with the Mayor’s award for Young Businessperson of the Year. The award celebrates a businessperson 40-years-or-younger, but Ting is a mere 32-years-old, Hawaiian, and owner and operator of his own business. The business focuses on keeping Maui natural, while sharing it […]
Hasegawa General Store owners honored with Lifetime Achievement Award
By Wendy Osher Harry & Neil Hasegawa were honored with the Mayor’s Lifetime Achievement Award at Friday night’s 2010 Mayor’s Small Business Awards Dinner. The father and son are the current owners of the family’s 100 year old Hasegawa General Store in Hana, Maui that has been passed down through five generations, and has survived […]
Island Honda wins Small Business of the Year Award
By Wendy Osher Anne Oishi of Island Honda accepted the company’s award for Small Business of the Year with 11-50 Employees during the Mayor’s Small Business Awards Dinner, held Friday in Wailea. The event celebrated businesses that have persevered and thrived even in challenging economic times. Mayor Charmaine Tavares, who presented the awards, noted, “For […]
Maui Hospital gets $2.5 Million for upgrades
Governor Linda Lingle has released $4,500,000 to the Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation for improvements to state hospital facilities on Maui and O‘ahu. On Maui, $2,500,000 will be used to finance the design, construction and equipment to upgrade the patient monitoring system at Maui Memorial Medical Center. Once the project is completed, Maui Memorial will have […]
Coast Guard suspends search for missing Maui paddler
The Coast Guard suspended its search a approximately 4 a.m. for a paddler last seen Wednesday near Kaupo on Maui. Crews aboard air and surface assets from the Coast Guard searched an area more than 218 square miles, an area approximately the size of Molokai. The Coast Guard was notified Wednesday evening by the Maui […]
Stinging ants appear eradicated on Maui
Rapid response and the development of innovative pest control methods coordinated by the Hawai`i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has resulted in eradication of an infestation of a highly invasive pest, called Little Fire Ants (LFA), on Maui. LFA, which delivers painful stings, were reported by a Maui farmer in October 2009 and were found to […]
50 Meter Pool at Kihei Aquatic Center Closed for Pump Repairs
The 50-meter pool at the Kihei Aquatic Center is closed for repairs to a circulation pump motor. The announcement was made today, Friday, October 22, 2010 by the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation. The training pool and keiki pool at the complex, however, remain open. The 50-meter pool is expected to remain closed […]
Hookipa Beach Park Half-Day Closure Monday
The County Parks and Recreation Department plans to implement a half-day closure of Hookipa Beach Park on Monday, October 25, 2010 from 5:00 a.m. to 12 noon. The temporary closure is due to work scheduled for the replacement of the existing lifeguard tower. A larger lifeguard tower will be put in place. The parking lot […]
6.9 Quake off Gulf of California, no tsunami threat
A 6.9 magnitude earthquake occurred off the Gulf of California at 7:53 this morning (Thursday, October 21, 2010). There is no destructive tsunami threat based on historical data. Details of the quake are provided below: Region: GULF OF CALIFORNIA Geographic coordinates: […]
Uluniu Kihei Reserve Area topic of Governor’s Advisory Maui meeting
South Maui’s Uluniu Kihei Reserve Area will be the topic of discussion at tonight’s meeting of the Governor’s Council of Neighbor Island Advisors for Maui. State Department of Land and Natural Resources special projects coordinator, Morris Atta will provide an update report on the reserve, which is located about 1,000 feet south of Lipoa Street […]
Molokai Airport site of Mass Casualty Exercise
By Wendy Osher A mass casualty drill is planned on Molokai today (Thursday, October 21, 2010). The emergency response exercise will run from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Molokai airport. The exercise is designed to simulate a plane crash and help in training of emergency workers in response efforts. First responders participating in the exercise […]
First Humpback Whale of the season spotted off Ukumehame Maui
The first humpback whale of the season was spotted two miles off Ukumehame yesterday (Wednesday, October 20, 2010). The whale was a lone young adult and was spotted by Captain Chris Howard aboard the Alii Nui vessel at around 11:15 a.m. Records dating back to 1998, show that 9 of the 13 first reported sightings […]
Kahoolawe visit validates kuleana in island restoration
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA) recently traveled to Kahoolawe island off the coast of Maui. 17 participants, including CNHA board members, staff, and VISTA volunteers, all made the voyage to better understand the cultural significance of aloha aina, caring for the land. “Our work is generational,” explained Michael Nahoopii, Kaho‘olawe Island Reserve Commission […]
Ahihi Kinau Draft Management Plan, 30 day public comment starts TODAY
The State Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) will present a draft management plan for ‘Ahihi-Kina‘u NAR at a meeting planned for today, Wednesday, October 20, 2010 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Lokelani Intermediate School Cafeteria in Kihei. “The plan contains historical, management, and biological information, describes the current status and condition of […]
Kula Ridge project resolution approved in 6 to 2 vote
By Wendy Osher After more than 14 hours, members of the Maui County Council voted 6-2 in favor of a resolution to approve the Kula Ridge project in Upcountry Maui. Shortly after 11 o’clock Tuesday night, members agreed to the resolution that included some 17 conditions or modifications. Those voting in support included members Joe Pontanilla, […]
Bruno Mars schedules MACC concert on Maui – December 21
Hawaii native and Billboard Hot 100 chart-topper, Bruno Mars, will perform in two Hawaii shows in December. Tom Moffatt Production announced a Honolulu show December 19th (7:30 p.m.) at the Blaisdell Arena, and a Kahului concert on December 21 (7:30 p.m.) at the Castle Theater of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. [flashvideo file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjhCEhWiKXk /] […]
$5 Entry Fee begins at Iao Valley State Park for non-residents
By Wendy Osher The state has begun charging a $5 entry fee per vehicle for non-residents and commercial tour vehicles visiting ‘Iao Valley State Monument. Hawai‘i residents who show a local ID will not have to pay a parking fee. Public Utilities Commission- (PUC) regulated commercial vehicles will pay: 1-7 passenger vehicles: $10.00 per trip; 8-25 passenger vehicles: $20.00 […]
Maui Electric Company gets $1.2 million in stimulus funds for energy interconnection
Maui Electric Company is the recipient of $1.2 million in federal stimulus funds for equipment and installation of energy storage systems. The funds are part of a larger $2.1 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding awarded in Maui County and on Hawaii Island by the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism […]
Flash Flood Warning issued for Island of Maui until 7:45 p.m. 10/19/10
October 19, 2010 – 5:00 p.m. EVENT: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a FLASH FLOOD WARNING for the ISLAND OF MAUI in effect until 7:45 p.m. This Warning may be extended beyond 7:45 p.m. if heavy rain persists. EFFECTS: Spotters reported flash flooding from heavy rain near mile marker six on the […]
