Maui News
VIDEO: Live Interview with New Zealand’s Three Houses Down
Fresh new sounds from New Zealands Three Houses Down are moving on up at Pacific Radio Groups Native 92.5 FM.
18th Annual Celebration of the Arts Festival, April 2-4
Hawaii’s premiere hands-on arts and cultural festival will grace the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua Resort, April 2-4, 2010. In preparation for the 18th Annual Celebration of the Arts Festival, event chair Clifford Nae’ole announced the theme “E ia ka Manawa”, or “Here, Now is the Time” saying this year’s focus will initiate thoughts from […]
Hawaii Recovery Takes Hold according to UHERO Economic Forecast
Hawai’i’s economic recovery has begun according to the latest economic forecast released by the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization. The Spring report says employment is stabilizing, with many sectors expected to add modest numbers of jobs as the year progresses. While growth is resuming, the pace of recovery—according to the report—will be slow. […]
It’s A-Bout Time! Roller Derby on the Valley Isle
The Maui Roller Girls proudly present their first official Roller Derby Bout on Maui! The event begins at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 27th at the Central Maui Boys and girls Outdoor Basketball Courts on Kanaloa Avenue in Kahului. The bout features MRG’s Crazy 808’s and the Garden Island Renegade Rollerz of Kauai. Flat Track Roller […]
DLNR Officers Host Weekend Outreach on Maui
Enforcement officers from the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement (DOCARE), will be at several locations on Maui this weekend helping to educate ocean users about humpback whales, monk seals, sea turtles, and other marine protected species. DOCARE officers along with staff from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
VIDEO: Jake Shimabukuro on tap at the MACC
By Wendy Osher [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRGmNVV-6lE[/youtube] Ukulele virtuoso, Jake Shimabukuro visited Pacific Radio Group’s KPOA 93.5 FM studio today in preparation for his weekend concert at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Prior to his Saturday, March 27th, 2010 performance at the Castle Theater, Jake had planned to make his rounds in the community, visiting high schools, […]
DOT Calls for Higher Level of Transparency For Proposed Rail Transit Project
In an attempt to increase transparency for the planned Honolulu Rail Transit project, the state Department of Transportation yesterday launched a website and released archived correspondence on the project. The proposed rail transit route through Honolulu International Airport has received increased attention in the past few weeks as one of the issues holding up the […]
Prince Kuhio Day, March 26, 2010
Today is Prince Kuhio Day in Hawaii. Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana’ole served as a territorial delegate in the U.S. Congress is credited with his efforts in helping to establish the 1921 federal Hawaiian Homes Commission Act that provides homestead lands for Native Hawaiians. County observance: In observance of Prince Kuhio Day, county offices are closed. […]
Governor Proclaims April Tsunami Awareness Month
Governor Linda Lingle today proclaimed April as Tsunami Awareness month, announcing educational activities on Oahu, Molokai and the Big Island. “Hawai‘i is fortunate that the February 8.8 earthquake in Chile did not produce destructive waves in our islands,” said Lingle. “The potential threat of a tsunami provided an opportunity to test our warning system and […]
McKelvey Urges Maui Support of Google’s high speed Gigabit Internet access project
West Maui State Representative Angus McKelvey wants to bring Google’s high speed gigabit Internet access project to Maui. He is asking residents to help by filling out an on-line petition to have the company use the Valley Isle as a test bed for the pilot project. Under the proposal, Google would provide up to 500,000 […]
VIDEO: Willie K. Returns to Lahaina for Encore Kanikapila with Poki performance
Willie K. returned for an encore performance at the Kanikapila with Poki event fronting the Baldwin House Museum in Historic Lahaina Town.
Women of Maui County Honored at Celebration of Women’s History Month
Fifty-five women in Maui County were recognized as part of Women’s History Month in Maui County. The honorees were nominated by the County’s Committee on the Status of Women (CSW) following a proclamation by Maui Mayor Charmaine Tavares declaring March as Women’s History Month. In her remarks, Tavares said, “Women have played major roles in […]
VIDEO: Mayor Tavares and BHS Softball Team Speak Out in Dispute over Fair Play
By Wendy Osher [flashvideo file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YW0QLC0zbIo /] [flashvideo file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bY7fUbgXIU /] [flashvideo file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn8O7PgS6Qk /] [flashvideo file=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4eXnNw_ahM /] The Baldwin High School girls Softball team and County of Maui remain at odds over a suit filed over alleged discrimination. Three players, their parents and their coach were granted a preliminary injunction Friday in the case, claiming inadequate field […]
Three Maui Men Commended for Acts of Bravery
Mayor Charmaine Tavares today recognized several Maui men for acts of bravery in helping to save the lives of a mother and her son at Keanae on February 14, 2010. Among those recognized were: Jeremy “Lako” Miller, of Pukalani; Kelly Ha`ole, of Makawao; and Aukai Hu`eu of Keanae. Ha`ole’s brother, Kai, was also recognized but […]
Maui Girls’ Softball Players Sue DOE and County to ‘Level the Playing Field’
Three Baldwin High School (BHS) softball players, their parents, and their coach filed a lawsuit against the Hawaii State Department of Education (DOE) and the County of Maui claiming unfair discrimination against girls’ athletics. The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii Foundation (ACLU) and Alston Hunt Floyd & Ing (AHFI) filed a lawsuit today in […]
Former Maui Police Officer Indicted on Drug and Theft Counts
Posted by Wendy Osher A former Maui Police Officer was arrested on Tuesday following a grand jury indictment on various drug and theft counts. 28-year-old Allison Moore was arrested on March 16, 2010 after being indicted on February 19, 2010 for various theft and drug counts. The indictment included: 1 Count of Attempted Theft I; […]
Maui and Kauai share in $3.4 Million Grant to Promote Healthy Living
More than $3.4 million has been secured in grant funding to support healthy living and combat obesity on Maui and Kauai. A portion of the funds will be utilized by the Maui District Health Office to raise awareness of healthy eating and active living through a media campaign, increase physical activity and improve nutrition for […]
Maui Legislators to Hold Talk Story Session in Paia
Senators Shan S. Tsutsui and J. Kalani English will be holding a “Talk Story” session at Pa’ia School on Wednesday, March 24th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. The discussion will serve as a mid-session update and opportunity for both Senators to address thoughts and concerns regarding Legislation and community projects. “This talk story session is a […]
Ukumehame Fire Burns One Acre
An Ukumehame brush fire scorched an estimated one-acre of land before being extinguished Thursday afternoon, March 18, 2010. The fire was first reported at 11:18 a.m. on land near the Ukumehame Gun Range on the mauka side of the Honoapiilani Highway, and well away from any public roads. The blaze was quickly brought under control […]
Maui Police Host Medical Marijuana Summit
By Wendy Osher The Maui Police Department joined state and regional officials in hosting a Hawaii Medical Marijuana Summit in Kahului yesterday. The session was designed to provide an update on issues pertaining to medical marijuana, and insight into problems associated with dispensaries. The event was presented in part by the Maui Police Department, the […]
