Maui News
J. Walter Cameron Center announces honorees for 2025 gala
The J. Walter Cameron Center announced Alec McBarnet and Hideo Kawahara as the honorees for the 50th Anniversary Cameron Center gala.
Update/Open: Ramen Bones in Kahului, Maui gets green “pass” after follow-up inspection
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Maui Food Safety Branch allowed Ramen Bones to reopen, issuing a green “pass” placard during a follow-up inspection on March 27, 2025. The establishment is operated by Ramen Bones Inc., and is located at 44 Ho‘okele St., in Kahului, Maui.
Draft designs inspired by Kalepolepo Fishpond now available on Kīhei’s new street art project
The public may now vote and comment on two design themes included in the second community survey for the South Maui Quick Build: Street Art Project, which aims to create a community-driven art design at the intersection of Kenolio Road and Alulike Street, the Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization announced.
Famed WR 104 ‘pinwheel’ star reveals another surprise… and some relief
Decades of W.M. Keck Observatory research on the famed Wolf-Rayet 104 “pinwheel star” system has taken a new turn.
Maui’s Pacific Biodiesel honored with proclamation for 30 years of leadership in renewable energy
Gov. Josh Green has proclaimed March 18, 2025, as “Pacific Biodiesel Day” in Hawaiʻi, recognizing the Maui-based company’s 30 years of leadership in renewable energy.
Committee advances bill to expand special flood hazard areas
Members of the Maui County Council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee have recommended full Council passage of a bill to establish, administratively, a process to expand regulated special flood hazard areas in the Maui County Code. Bill 28 would allow additional flood-prone areas to be included in special flood hazard areas for flood insurance purposes. According […]
Surf Blocks turn surfboard waste into fire-resistant homes on Maui
The concept of “Surf Blocks” was born about eight years ago when David Sellers, an amateur surfer but pro architect, came across a dumpster filled with EPS styrofoam chunks of surfboards outside his office from neighboring Quatro. Naturally, Sellers wondered how many houses could be built from it.
MACC announces Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2025 award winners
Maui Arts & Cultural Center has announced the winners of the Ruth Freedman People’s Choice Award and Gene Freedman Artists’ Choice Award for Schaefer Portrait Challenge 2025.
County Department of Human Concerns seeking feedback on community needs
The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns is seeking resident feedback to improve existing services and identify needs for new services to support Maui County residents.
Ho‘ōla LTRG, partners to build five homes for Lahaina wildfire survivors
Construction is set to begin in October 2025 as part of ongoing recovery efforts.
MEO receives $10,000 from ASB Charitable Foundation
Maui Economic Opportunity was one of 10 nonprofits in the state to receive $10,000 from the American Savings Bank Charitable Foundation.
Hirono criticizes Republican budget plan, warns potential Medicaid cuts would impact thousands in Hawaiʻi
US Sen. Mazie Hirono condemned a House Republican budget resolution that she says would cut about one-third of Medicaid’s projected federal funding.
Maui Housing Hui hosts free Renter’s Rights Training on March 24
To help both renters and landlords navigate these challenges, Maui Housing Hui is hosting a free Renter’s Rights Training on March 24, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the J. Walter Cameron Center in Wailuku.
Lahaina Clinic staff honored for volunteerism in aftermath of 2023 wildfire
Kaiser Permanente recently honored its Lahaina Clinic staff members with the 2024 David Lawrence Community Service Award, recognizing their dedication and service in the aftermath of the August 2023 Maui wildfires.
County Office of Economic Development grant workshops scheduled in March
Representatives of organizations seeking grant funding are invited to attend County of Maui Office of Economic Development grant workshop sessions on March 27 and 28, 2025.
Maui Taiko to bring century-old island tradition to national stage at 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival
A cherished Maui tradition will soon travel 5,000 miles to the heart of the nation’s capital as Maui Taiko takes center stage at the 2025 National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C. The group will showcase its powerful drumming in two highly anticipated performances, including the festival’s Opening Ceremony and the annual Sakura Taiko Fest. […]
Update: Episode 14 of begins after seven small, short-lived lava flows erupt overnight at Kīlauea’s Halemaʻumaʻu crater
Episode 14 of the ongoing Halema’uma’u eruption of Kīlauea volcano began continuous lava effusion from the north vent at 9:26 a.m. HST March 19 in Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Kupanaha Medical Respite opens on Maui: A collaborative response to a growing need
Living Way Church Maui and Project Vision Hawai‘i have opened Kupanaha Medical Respite, a specialty shelter providing a safe space for individuals experiencing homelessness to recover after medical treatment or hospital stays.
Vegetation removal bill cut back after concerns raised about letting utilities off the hook
Two state House committees have decided to defer action on a Senate bill that would, among other things, require private and public property owners to trim grass within certain proximities of public rights of way and utility lines.
Imua Family Service’s Color Festival returns April 26
The Color Festival Hawaiʻi will return to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on April 26, 2025, featuring live music, food and the signature color-throwing experience.
