Maui News
Highly invasive bird spotted near Kāʻanapali; poses serious threat to Maui agriculture
Agriculture and wildlife officials are raising concerns after a red-vented bulbul was spotted near Kāʻanapali, Maui. This high-priority invasive pest appears on the Hawaiʻi Injurious Species list and the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Top 100 Invasive Species list. The bird poses a serious threat to Maui’s agriculture as well as native ecosystems, according to the Maui Invasive Species Committee.
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy Kīhei and Lahaina campuses accepting applications
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy is accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year at its two Maui campuses: its K-8 campus in Lahaina and K-12 campus in Kīhei. The tuition-free public charter school offers a blended learning model that combines on-campus and virtual instruction with hands-on learning experiences.
Rep. Tokuda to hold Town Halls across the state
US Rep. Jill Tokuda (HI-02) will begin a series of town halls in every county of Hawaiʻi next week, including Wailuku, Maui on March 18.
Controversial CWRM appointee withdraws; applicants sought to fill vacancies
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources and its Commission on Water Resource Management is looking to fill the Loea seat after V.R. Hinano Rodrigues of Maui withdrew his nomination.
Hawai‘i residents can estimate their income tax savings online
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., and the state Department of Taxation today introduced TaxCutHawaii.org, a new online resource designed to help working individuals and families learn about the state’s income tax cut and calculate their estimated tax savings through 2031.
King Kekaulike boys, Maui Christian girls claim titles at MIL surf season opener
The King Kekaulike boys and Maui Christian Academy girls claimed team titles at the season-opening Maui Interscholastic League surf competition Saturday at D.T. Fleming Beach Park.
Celebration of the Arts to mark final year at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, April 18-19
The 33rd annual Celebration of the Arts will take place April 18-19, 2025, at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua, marking the final year of the event. The cherished festival brings together artisans, educators, entertainers and cultural practitioners to honor and perpetuate Hawaiian traditions.
Mana O Maui launches afterschool program, offers teen camp scholarships
Mana O Maui has introduced two programs aimed at empowering teen girls through outdoor adventure and cultural learning: the Surf-N-Turf Afterschool Program and a scholarship for a summer surf camp.
Coordinator for Habitat for Humanity to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on March 18
On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Kala Vallecillo, community engagement coordinator for Habitat for Humanity Maui, will be the speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting. The title of her presentation is “(Re)Building Homes, Communities and Hope.”
Highway users advised to use caution during Valley to the Sea Half Marathon, March 15
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is advising highway users to use caution and expect delays on Saturday, March 15, as the Valley to the Sea Half Marathon, along with its 10k and 5k races run through the Wailuku and Māʻalaea area.
High-tech science wall brings anatomy to life for high school students
Pearl City High School is the first in Hawai‘i to install the technology an Anatomage Science Wall – a giant 3D interactive screen that takes health science education to the next level, making learning more relevant and engaging.
Maui Planning Commission begins Kīhei public hearing for Honuaʻula project
There was standing-room-only this morning at the Malcom Center in Kīhei as the Maui Planning Commission began a much-anticipated public hearing on the hotly contested Honuaʻula master-planned community.
$100M proposed for Central Maui School in House draft of State Budget
State Rep. Justin H. Woodson (District 9, Kahului, Puʻunēnē, portion of Wailuku) announced that the House draft of the State Budget (HB300 HD1) includes a proposed $100 million appropriation to cover the remaining funds needed for the construction of Central Maui Elementary and Middle School.
Update/located: Maui police seek help in locating missing Kahului man
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Terry Moyer, 73, of Kahului. Moyer was reported missing on Monday, March 10, 2025, by family members after receiving concerning letters from him.
Maui Chamber of Commerce announces theme for 2025 BizMixx Maui fundraiser
The Maui Chamber of Commerce has unveiled this year’s Vintage Aloha theme and entertainment for their 4th Annual BizMixx Maui event, on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the Grand Wailea Resort on Maui.
Update: Episode 13 of Kīlauea eruption marked by lava fountains of 500 feet
Episode 13 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began at 2:36 a.m. on March 10, 2025. Fountains reached heights of 400-500 feet (120-150 m) by 3:30 a.m. The episode lasted for 12 hours and 37 minutes, ending at 3:13 p.m. on March 11, 2025.
Missile debris removed from Hawaiian Home Lands on Kauaʻi
Discovered in 2022 by a DHHL lessee exploring the region, the missile debris was uncovered after years of grazing by a herd of feral goats.
County announces amended sewer service status for 153 West Maui lots
Sewer service is now active for 153 properties from Kenui Street to Dickenson Street, makai of Honoapiʻilani Highway. With this latest update, approximately 90% of Lahaina’s County sewer system is now active.
SSFM International welcomes Morris Atta as Senior Project Manager
SSFM International announced Morris M. Atta, Esq., JD has joined the firm as a Senior Project Manager, effective February 2025. Atta has an extensive background in public administration, land management and infrastructure planning.
State’s fourth travel-related dengue virus case reported on Maui
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has confirmed a new travel-related case of dengue virus on Maui, bringing the total number of dengue cases to four in the state in 2025 (one on Maui, three on Oʻahu). The affected individual in this current case was exposed to the virus while traveling in a region where dengue is common.
