Maui News
New maps developed by the University of Hawaiʻi improve wildfire risk warnings
Scientists at the University of Hawaiʻi have developed new wildfire risk maps to better predict fire danger across the state. Unlike the current Red Flag Warning system, which relies on weather from a limited number of stations, these maps provide a daily, high-resolution look at the most current fire ignition risks statewide.
Rotary secures grant for Maui Farmer Support Network
The Rotary Club of ECO Maui has secured a $17,529 grant from the Rotary D5000 Foundation to expand support for small and beginning regenerative farmers across Maui.
ʻĀina Momona to host 80th birthday celebration for Moloka‘i activist Walter Ritte
ʻĀina Momona will honor Native Hawaiian activist and community leader Walter Ritte with a birthday celebration and fundraiser on April 12 at Capitol Modern in Honolulu.
County DWS to hold virtual community meeting April 7 on water pipe inventory
Attendees will hear about the ongoing inventory process and inventory map, EPA ruling, risks of lead in drinking water and how DWS is keeping the community safe.
Hawaiʻi Fatherhood commission presents 2025 awards and sponsorship opportunities
Fathers, businesses, and nonprofits in Hawai‘i have a chance to be recognized for their dedication to strengthening families as the Hawai‘i State Commission on Fatherhood opens applications for its 2025 awards and sponsorship opportunities.
Hawaiʻi leaders push agricultural priorities in Washington, D.C.
More than 20 leaders from Hawaiʻi’s agriculture and business sectors recently completed the second annual Hawaiʻi-USDA Policy Summit in Washington, D.C., highlighting local priorities and challenges directly to federal officials.
DBEDT: Visitor spending on Maui eclipses pre-pandemic levels in February despite fewer travelers
While daily spending grew last month from February 2024 and February 2019, visitor numbers remained lower than before both the August 2023 wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Water Department completes Central System maximum reliable capacity analysis
Staff from the Maui Department of Water Supply recently completed an analysis of maximum reliable capacity for the Central System. Applications for additional water service will be limited to 1,200 gallons per day unless exempted by the rules.
MEO Kahi Kamaliʻi Infant Toddler Center has openings
Maui Economic Opportunity’s Kahi Kamaliʻi Infant Toddler Center currently has limited availability for children ages 12 months to 2 years.
Parents invited to join ʻOhana Leadership Council to advocate for Hawaiʻi families
The council is currently accepting applications for new members through April 30, 2025.
Volcano Watch: Moving magma — what happens after a dike intrudes a rift zone?
When magma moves into the rift zone of a Hawaiian volcano, there is understandably a lot of excitement and apprehension. How far will the magma go? Will it erupt? But even long after the activity stops — regardless of whether it erupts — the subsurface magma continues to have a noticeable impact on the landscape.
UH-discovered deep-sea anglerfish named to top 10 remarkable species list
The anglerfish was initially collected during a UH Mānoa Department of Oceanography-led research cruise in 2021 to the Clarion-Clipperton Zone.
Community invited to free Emergency Preparedness Expo in Kahului, April 12
The community is invited to participate in Maui Emergency Management Agency’s Emergency Preparedness Expo on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului.
HIDOE offering summer learning opportunities for all grade levels
This summer the Hawai‘i State Department of Education will continue offering a wide range of summer learning programs to support and engage students across all grade levels.
More modular homes hauling to Lahaina next week for wildfire survivors
Hauling will take place nightly at 9 p.m., from Wednesday, April 2 through Friday, April 4.
Maui Planning Commission recommends approval of Honuaʻula project condition changes
By a 5-2 vote, the Maui Planning Commission is recommending approval of proposed amendments to project district zoning conditions attached to development of the controversial Honuaʻula master-planned community in South Maui. After a meeting recess on March 11, the commission passed a main motion on March 25 to approve all amendments proposed by the Maui […]
Maui unemployment holds steady at 3.4% in February
Maui County’s unemployment rate for February was 3.4%, the same as last month but down from 5.4% in February 2024.
Department of ʻŌiwi Resources invites community-based nonprofits to apply for grants
In its inaugural year, the County of Maui Department of ʻŌiwi Resources invites community-based nonprofits to apply for grant funding that supports the department’s mission and vision. The grant period will run from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.
Maui Matsuri Art Contest accepting entries, cash prizes available
The 23rd annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its art contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes.
Oʻahu Grand Jury indicts Maui doctor for attempted murder
An Oʻahu Grand Jury indicted Gerhardt Konig, 46, for the attempted murder of his wife, Arielle Konig, 36. The second degree attempted murder charge stems from an alleged incident on Monday morning, March 24, 2025, on the Pali Puka trail in which Konig is accused of striking his wife multiple times in the head with […]
