Maui News
Police renew request for information on missing fisherman
Hawaiʻi Island police are renewing their request for information regarding 42-year-old Earl Kekuanaoa Hind, a local fisherman last known to have launched his vessel from the South Point area on Monday, April 7, 2025.
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announces spring Kamaʻāina Season and special events
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua announced Kamaʻāina Season. Throughout May and June, Hawaiʻi residents are invited to experience the resort with exclusive offers and events.
Hawaiʻi health measures up for final passage on the House floor
“These bills address urgent health needs in our community — from mental health to medical cannabis access, and care for those with disabilities,” said House Committee on Health Chair Gregg Takayama.
Deadline extended for County OED FY26 Grant Program applications
The deadline has been extended from April 30 to May 31, 2025, for applications for the County of Maui Office of Economic Development Fiscal Year 2026 Grant Program.
Keiki Kupuna to host ‘Spring Ho‘ike: A Stroll Down Memory Lane’ on May 4
Keiki Kupuna will present a spring celebration, “Spring Ho‘ike: A Stroll Down Memory Lane,” on May 4 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the ‘A’ali’ikuhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.
Maui Council to consider response to Young Brothers’ proposed shipping rate hike
The Maui County Council will consider a draft resolution Friday that opposes Young Brothers’ proposed inter-island shipping rate increase of nearly $26.4 million, or 27% increase over current effective rates. The Council’s draft resolution is on its May 2 agenda and addresses Young Brothers’ application to the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 15. (Public […]
Kamaʻāina housing bill dies in Senate amid statewide affordable housing crisis
A bill aimed at boosting local homeownership and affordable rentals through state-funded county acquisitions of voluntary deed restrictions has stalled in the Senate Housing Committee and will not advance this legislative session, which ends Friday. However, during its regular meeting Friday, the Maui County Council will consider its own legislation to use voluntary deed restrictions […]
Free Wi-Fi offered at Molokaʻi Airport
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced free Wi-Fi is now available at Molokaʻi Airport (MKK). Service through Hawaiian Telcom began April 17, 2025, and is available throughout the terminal.
Hawaiian Electric West Maui emergency preparedness open house on May 3
With hurricane and wildfire season coming up, Hawaiian Electric hosts a West Maui Emergency Preparedness Open House event to help prepare residents and their communities on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.
Wailea Community Association launches search for GM; Pikrone to retire after 25 years
After decades of leadership as the Wailea Community Association general manager, Frank “Bud” Pikrone has announced his plan to retire this year. A search for Wailea Community Association’s next general manager has been launched by the Inkinen Executive Search firm.
Maui’s Aja Eyre named winner of the ‘Anything but Iʻa Poke Recipe Contest’
The Maui Visitors Bureau announced the winner of its sustainable poke contest during an “Earth Night” celebration at the Maui Ocean Center on Saturday, April 26.
New Kula Ballfields’ parking lots will temporarily close for maintenance May 1-2, 9
New Kula Ball Fields’ parking lots will close for asphalt maintenance and repairs on Thursday, May 1, through Friday, May 2, 2025, and again on Friday, May 9, 2025, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Lahaina’s rebuilding: Historic design rules up for review after wildfire devastation
As Lahaina begins to rebuild in the wake of the August 2023 wildfire disaster, residents and visitors of the beloved historic town are asking whether it will retain the historic character that went up in smoke and ashes.
Update: Maui pedestrian struck by car on Dairy Road, succumbs to injuries
On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at 4:01 p.m., the pedestrian involved in Monday night’s accident on Dairy Road, succumbed to her injuries and died while at Maui Memorial Medical Center. The pedestrian is identified as Artemis Kagel, 71, of Kahului.
55th Maui Marathon draws thousands back to the West Side
The 55th Annual Maui Marathon made a heartfelt return to West Maui this past weekend, drawing more than 2,200 runners and walkers alike across the full marathon, half marathon, 10K, and 5K events.
Applications available for upcoming Hisako Film Lab, founded by Maui filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton
Hisako Film Lab is now accepting applications for their annual Summer Lab. Founded by Maui-raised filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton, this advanced filmmaking program offers an in-depth immersion for motivated high school students eager to elevate their storytelling and production skills in an exciting, project-based environment.
Maui Economic Opportunity lauded in proclamation celebrating Community Action Month
The nonprofit Maui Economic Opportunity was praised as the county’s Community Action Agency in a proclamation declaring Community Action Month in Maui County.
Unattended death in Kāʻanapali
An investigation is underway into an unattended death reported over the weekend near a golf course in Kāʻanapali along Sunday’s marathon route. The incident occurred shortly after 1 p.m. on April 27, 2025.
East Maui coastal forest among properties targeted for conservation with state funding
An East Maui coastal forest, along the Hāna Highway, is among the beneficiaries of a grant award from the Legacy Land Conservation program.
County DWS to continue community meetings on Maui’s water future
County of Maui Department of Water Supply is continuing its community meetings on the future of Maui island’s drinking water supply with six in-person events in May. DWS is partnering with national nonprofit US Water Alliance to facilitate the meetings, which will help shape Maui’s water future.
