Maui News
Nā Māla Kaiāulu project seeks to revolutionize sustainable urban agriculture on Maui
A new project looks to transform barren land in Kahului into an educational farm.
Uʻu-Hodgins to host Makawao town hall on community updates, emergency preparedness Oct. 16
Councilmember Nohelani Uʻu-Hodgins has invited community members to attend a town hall on community updates and emergency preparedness on Oct. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Samuel E. Kalama Intermediate School cafeteria, announced a press release.
Council committee to take up proposed resolution to prioritize recycled water use
The Maui County Council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee will meet beginning at 9 a.m. Thursday to discuss a resolution urging the county administration to prioritize the use of recycled water and preserve potable water for affordable housing and other residential uses, Council Member Tom Cook announced Monday.
Update: Report of stolen vehicle linked to highway closure in Pāʻia
A Hāna Highway closure early this morning stemmed from a report of a stolen vehicle in Māʻalaea, according to the Maui Police Department. The highway was fully re-opened as of approximately 12:20 p.m.
Disaster Recovery Community Update set for Wednesday at Lahaina Civic Center
A status update on wildfire debris cleanup will be provided by the US Army Corps of Engineers on Wednesday, Oct. 9, during a Maui County Disaster Recovery Community Update meeting at the Lahaina Civic Center. The meeting starts at 5:30 p.m. in the social hall.
Seabury Hall to host 60th anniversary celebration on Oct. 19
Seabury Pāʻina, a special celebration of the school’s 60th anniversary, will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 9 p.m. at Seabury Hall’s Makawao campus.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Hawaiʻi
Gov. Josh Green, M.D. has proclaimed October Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Hawai‘i, in recognition of the state’s important role in identifying cyber threats, protecting our citizens from any attacks and responding quickly when threats occur.
Walmart, Sam’s Club commit $6M to Hurricane Helene relief
Walmart, Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation on Tuesday announced an initial $6M commitment to support Hurricane Helene relief efforts, including donations of food, water, essential supplies and grants to organizations providing relief.
Maui Farm Events announces special fall happenings
Local farms, artisans and cultural guides are collaborating to bring unique, hands-on experiences that celebrate Maui’s natural beauty and resources this fall.
IRS reminds taxpayers about Oct. 15 tax filing extension deadline
The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging taxpayers to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the Oct. 15, 2024, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties. People in disaster areas may have extra time to file.
Roots School hosts Open House this Thursday
Roots School in Haʻikū will be hosting an open house for prospective new families on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon.
Gov. Green proclaims Fire Prevention Week statewide
Governor Josh Green, M.D., has proclaimed the week of Oct. 6-12, 2024 as “Fire Prevention Week” in the state of Hawai‘i. This year’s theme is “Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you!”
Three Hawaiʻi programs take national IT award honors
Three Hawaiʻi state departments were honored at the National Association of State Chief Information Officers 2024 State IT Recognition Awards in New Orleans Oct. 1 for their technology project entries, including one taking the top award in the Emerging & Innovative Technologies category.
Mayor Bissen hosting community budget meeting in Wailuku on Tuesday
Mayor Richard Bissen and his administration will host a community budget meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Velma McWayne Santos Community Center in Wailuku.
XLR8HI wins Stage Two of the SBA’s 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund competition
XLR8HI is one of 44 Stage Two winners nationally for the US Small Business Administration’s 2024 Growth Accelerator Fund Competition.
Early morning closures at Kahului intersection to install camera system
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises highway users that single lanes will be closed at the intersection of Puʻunēnē Ave. (Route 3500), Kūihelani Highway (Route 380), Maui Veterans Highway (Route 311) and Mayor Elmer F. Cravalho Way (Route 3800), on Tuesday, Oct. 8 and Thursday, Oct. 10, from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m.
Maui Hui Mālama secures $136,000 grant for Native Hawaiian youth services
Maui Hui Mālama has announced a grant award totaling $136,666 that will support the Native Hawaiian community through the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) Kumuwaiwai Na‘auao-Educational Resources Grant.
J. Walter Cameron Center celebrates 50 years
On Oct. 11, 2024, the J. Walter Cameron Center will mark its 50th anniversary with a special Open House event, celebrating five decades of serving the Maui community. The event will take place from 3 to 6 p.m. and is free and open to the public.
Slack Key ʻOhana’s ‘Hawaiian Cowboy’ up for GRAMMY consideration in two categories
Riding the wave from their recent nomination and performance at the Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards, Slack Key ‘Ohana is now up for GRAMMY® consideration in two categories for it’s “Hawaiian Cowboy” album. “Hawaiian Cowboy” is a contender in the Best Regional Roots Album category. The 13-song set that debuted at the top of the iTunes world music albums chart, paying […]
Maui man among participants in chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard USS Dewey
Chief Fire Controlman Sean Slater of Wailuku, Maui, received his combination cover during a chief petty officer pinning ceremony aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) while operating in the Timor Sea, Sept. 27, 2024.
