Maui News
John White appointed as CEO of Hawai‘i Farm Project to lead agritourism expansion
White has been chosen to lead Hawai’i Farm Project, which oversees brands like Maui Gold Pineapple, Maui Chocolate Tour and more.
Kekaha Agriculture Association donates $2,500 to MEO
A $2,500 check from the Kekaha Agriculture Association on Kauaʻi was presented to Maui Economic Opportunity at the nonprofit’s recent fundraising gala.
The Construction Industry of Maui raises $65,000, donates to 5 high school construction vocational programs
The Construction Industry of Maui (CIM) today announced it is donating tens of thousands of dollars to Maui County high school construction vocational programs, with the first round of disbursements this month.
In-person Lahaina meeting to offer updates on debris transfer, HECO power restoration, Neighborhood Watch program, and CDBG-DR community input
Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui’s Lahaina Community Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.
Mayor Bissen responds to UHERO analysis of vacation rental phase-out economic impacts
Mayor Richard Bissen and his Communications Office have provided point-by-point responses to Monday’s release of the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization’s analysis of the mayor’s proposed phase-out of thousands of vacation rentals in apartment-zoned districts. The phase-out proposal has gone through Maui County planning commissions. Now, it’s pending before the Maui County Council, which […]
MEMA issues reminder that April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawaiʻi
The County’s Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is reminding the community that April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i. This month is an opportunity for residents to prepare, protect their properties and safeguard loved ones, particularly in light of the tragic 1946 tsunami disaster.
Child & Family Service: April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month
Child abuse remains a critical issue in Hawaiʻi. According to the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health’s 2023 Child Abuse and Neglect Report, 4,269 children were reported as potential victims, with 788 confirmed cases, a confirmation rate of 18%.
Maui United Way invests $1.5M in Lahaina Community Land Trust for long-term resilience
Maui United Way has made a significant financial commitment to the Lahaina Community Land Trust with an investment of $1.5 million, designed to help protect and preserve the lands of Lahaina for future generations. This funding aims to support LCLT’s mission of ensuring that Lahaina’s lands remain in the hands of its local residents, with an emphasis on safeguarding affordable housing, cultural spaces and ecosystems.
Update: Episode 16 of Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea brings brilliant glow, 200 foot lava fountains
Episode 16 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea began at 10:57 p.m. HST on Monday, March 31 with the start of lava overflowing from the north vent.
UH Hawaiian language production invited to global stage
Its latest Hawaiian language production, Puana, was invited to perform this June at the Kia Mau Festival, an international Indigenously-led performing arts festival in Aotearoa (New Zealand). The festival is a premier showcase of Māori, Pacific and Indigenous performing arts.
Two people cited and one arrested on ʻopihi violations
The pair was found to be in possession of 144 undersized ‘opihi and were issued citations for violating Hawai‘i Administrative Rules (HAR) Section 13-92-1(a)(1) OPIHI. Also, on Saturday, DOCARE officers then approached a separate individual picking ‘opihi along the Ali‘i Drive shoreline and inspected his catch. The 60-year-old man of Kailua-Kona was cited after being observed in possession of 156 undersized ‘opihi.
Senate Committee on Ways and Means advances executive budget bill
The Senate Committee on Ways and Means on Monday passed House Bill 300 Senate Draft 1, which outlines the Executive Branch state budget for the upcoming fiscal years.
Rep. Tokuda reintroduces bill to stop ‘redboxing’
US Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) reintroduced the Stop Illegal Campaign Coordination Act on Thursday in an effort to “tackle the influence of dark money in federal elections and help restore Americans’ trust in their democracy.”
Hoolulu and mainland egg prices comparable in latest data
The price of local and mainland eggs in Honolulu rose significantly in the first quarter of this year. However, the price between local and mainland eggs was comparable, according to latest statistics from the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture, Market Analysis and News Branch.
Project Keiki returns to Foodland to support local food banks fighting food insecurity
This April, Project Keiki returns to Foodland stores statewide to raise funds for Hawaiʻi’s local food banks dedicated to fighting food insecurity. Beneficiaries include Hawaiʻi Foodbank on Oʻahu and Kauaʻi, Maui Food Bank, and The Food Basket on Hawaiʻi Island.
Lānaʻi white goods, metals, e-waste collection event set April 12
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management is hosting a white goods, metals and e-waste collection event for Lānaʻi residents on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Pulama Lānaʻi Fleet Yard.
Maui County seeks qualified organization for Safe Parking Pilot Program
“The Safe Parking Pilot Program represents a meaningful step in addressing homelessness in our community. By providing safe, legal places for individuals and families to park and sleep overnight, we are not only offering a temporary solution, but also a pathway toward stability and dignity,” Director of Human Concerns Lori Tsuhako said.
UHERO analysis of vacation rental phase-out forecasts mixed results, widespread impacts
While Maui County’s proposed vacation rental phase-out in apartment-zoned districts could potentially unlock more than 6,000 transient vacation rental units for residential housing, the “bold attempt to rebalance Maui’s housing market” also risks widespread economic disruption, including 1,900 job layoffs and a $900 million loss in visitor spending, according to the University of Hawaiʻi Economic […]
Kyle Trudell of Kula gets first place finish in Boys 11-12 HSJGA Kauaʻi Spring Classic
A total of 23 junior golfers from across the state teed up in the event, including Kyle Trudell of Kula who took the Boys 11-12 tournament title.
Schatz leads bipartisan resolution recognizing significant contributions of Native women, including 6 Native Hawaiians
Specific Native Hawaiian women spotlighted in the resolution included: Queen Ka‘ahumanu, Isabella Kauakea Yau Yung Aiona Abbott, Mary Kawena Pukui, Edith Kenao Kanaka‘ole, Rell Kapolioka‘ehukai Sunn, and Emma Ka‘ilikapuolono Metcalf Beckley Nakuina.
