Maui News
Dementia summit set Wednesday at Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu
Catholic Charities Hawai‘i will host “Living Alone with Dementia: Strategies for Support” from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Queen’s Conference Center at the Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu.
Department of Accounting and General Services hires its first Communications Officer, Diane Ako
The state Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS) has hired its first Communications Officer. Diane Ako, most recently of KITV4 (Hawaiʻi ABC affiliate), came on board in November. Ako brings 25 years of newscasting experience and four years of public relations background to this job. State Comptroller Keith Regan (formerly of Maui) leads DAGS.
Unemployment remains at 2.9% statewide; Maui unemployment at 3.6%
State unemployment has remained steady at 2.9% for the fifth consecutive month, which is below the national average of 4.1% for October 2024. In Maui County, the unemployment rate was 3.6% in October, down from the 4% rate in September, according to state data.
Wooden Wave to hold Lahaina mural project meeting on Wednesday
The talented artists behind King Kamehameha III Elementary School’s temporary campus mural project are set to hold a community meeting at the temporary King Kamehameha III cafeteria on Wednesday evening from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Community input sought on proposed County acquisition of Von Tempsky property
Residents are invited to provide feedback on the County of Maui’s proposed acquisition of the approximately 273-acre Von Tempsky property, formerly known as Kula Ridge Mauka in Kula.
Settlement reached in protection of imperiled seabirds
A three-year agreement has been reached in the protection of endangered and threatened Hawaiian seabirds in Maui County. The Conservation Council for Hawai‘i and American Bird Conservancy represented by Earthjustice reports it reached the settlement with Hawaiian Electric on Oct. 30, 2024.
Hawaiian Airlines resumes seasonal Auckland-Honolulu route
Hawaiian Airlines celebrated the return of its seasonal Auckland-Honolulu route on Saturday, welcoming over 200 travelers on a nonstop flight between Hawai‘i and New Zealand. The seasonal service will continue to operate three flights per week on its 278-seat Airbus A330 through April 30, 2025.
Coral recovery project completed on Hawai‘i Island
Conservation divers have successfully removed and relocated nearly 11 years’ worth of coral growth from a decommissioned offshore fish farm pipe ring that was towed into Honokōhau Small Boat Harbor last week on Hawai‘i Island.
Maui law enforcement K9 teams participate in critical training
Multiple K9 teams traveled to the Valley Isle last week for a paws-on crimefighter training with the Maui Police Department.
Three Seabury Hall student-athletes sign national letters of intent
Three Seabury Hall student-athletes national letters of intent to play college sports. They are: Victoria Osborn, Women’s Soccer at Metropolitan State University Denver; Trey Cerizo, Men’s Soccer at Cal Poly Humboldt; and Tyler Loree, Men’s Golf at UCLA.
Update/located: Nebraska man reported missing after he fails to return to his Maui hotel room
Update: (10:11 a.m., Nov. 19, 2024) Kingery was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department thanked the public for their assistance.
‘DA BUX’ Double Up Food Bucks program gets $8.4M boost from USDA
The Food Basket, Hawaiʻi Island’s Food Bank, today announced it has been awarded more than $8.4 million from the US Department of Agriculture to support Hawai‘i’s “DA BUX” Double Up Food Bucks program.
Hawaiian Airlines launches Huaka‘i by Hawaiian for kama‘āina guests
Hawaiian Airlines today began welcoming Hawai‘i residents to Huaka‘i by Hawaiian, a free program that offers kama‘āina guests greater value when flying with the carrier. Members will enjoy a free checked bag – inclusive of surfboards, golf bags, and other sports equipment – on Neighbor Island flights, 10 or 20% off one Neighbor Island booking per quarter, and network-wide deals monthly.
Schatz to press administration on recovery efforts for Maui
Schatz is set to press Administration officials on recovery efforts on Maui in a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on Wednesday. “We cannot leave town for the holidays next month without passing the long-term relief that survivors need and deserve. This is not optional. We need to get this done,” said Sen. Schatz.
Gradual restoration underway for power outage Upcountry
A power outage in the Upcountry area of Maui knocked out electricity to some traffic signals along the Haleakalā Highway earlier this morning. The outage was first reported at around 4:35 a.m. As of 7:40 a.m., an estimated 61 customers remained without power. The majority of impacted customers were expected to have power restored by 9 a.m.
Coast Guard medevacs ailing man from Midway Atoll
Joint Rescue Coordination Center Honolulu watchstanders received a phone call from a US Fish and Wildlife officer on Midway Atoll at 4 p.m. Saturday requesting a medevac for a 62-year-old carpenter experiencing symptoms of a seizure or stroke.
Kula Community Association to host community meeting, Nov. 20
The Kula Community Association invites Kula residents to its General Meeting at the Von Tempsky Community Center on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. for an evening of honoring outstanding community members, hearing updates from County officials on fire and water update for Upcountry and other 2025 KCA business.
The Shops at Wailea welcomes Santa with parade and entertainment, Nov. 29
The Shops at Wailea invites families and visitors to celebrate the magic of the season with the arrival of Santa on Friday, Nov. 29.
Vivia by Hoʻokele Home Care announces staff promotions
Vivia by Ho‘okele Home Care, a locally owned provider of home health care services, announced on Tuesday that Tracy Hart will serve as vice president of client navigation and Mary Lester will serve as vice president of operations for Vivia by Ho‘okele Home Care.
NOAA seeks applicants for Ocean Guardian Youth Ambassadors
The application to become an Ocean Guardian Youth Ambassador is now open. The program by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration provides a new level of engagement for youth committed to ocean conservation and stewardship.
