Maui News
Haleakalā National Park commemorates Wilderness Month and the 60th anniversary of the Wilderness Act
Haleakalā National Park celebrates National Wilderness Month in September, and commemorates the 60th Anniversary of the Wilderness Act.
Findings of outer Solar System revealed using information gathered from the Subaru Telescope on Hawaiʻi Island and New Horizons spacecraft
Survey observations using the Subaru Telescope’s ultra-widefield prime focus camera have revealed that there may be a population of small bodies further out in the Kuiper Belt waiting to be discovered. The results, which are important for understanding the formation of the Solar System, were obtained through an international collaboration between the Subaru Telescope and the New Horizons spacecraft traveling through the outer Solar System.
Two speed bumps to be installed on Keawa Place in Hāna
Two speed bumps will be installed on Keawa Place, between Hāna Highway (Route 360) and Uakea Road, in Hāna town, to address the community’s concerns of speeding in the area.
Bacon Universal launches Bacon Rentals, a dedicated equipment rental division
Bacon Universal announced the launch of Bacon Rentals, a new division dedicated to providing best-in-class equipment rentals, further enhancing the company’s longstanding commitment to the Hawaiʻi market.
New restaurant Coco Deck Lahaina officially opens this week
The Hana Hou Hospitality brand opens Coco Deck Lahaina, Kitchen + Bar this week, led by Chef Alvin Savella, “The Kitchen Assassin.” Coco Deck Lahaina hosts a soft opening for Maui residents on Sept. 4 and 5; and an official grand opening on Sept. 7.
Gov. Green announces new Deputy Adjutant General appointment
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., today announced the appointment of Brig. Gen. Phillip L. Mallory as the next Deputy Adjutant General for the state of Hawaiʻi, Department of Defense. He will succeed Brig. Gen. Stephen Logan on Oct. 1, 2024. Mallory currently is the commander of the 154th Wing, Hawaiʻi Air National Guard which operates out of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Executive at HomeAid Hawaiʻi to speak at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset, Sept. 17
Executive director of HomeAid Hawaiʻi, Kimo Carvalho, will be the guest speaker at the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting on Tuesday, Sept 17, 2024. Carvalho will share information about Ka La‘i Ola: A HomeAid Hawaiʻi Interim Housing Development Program for Maui wildfire survivors.
Maui Food Bank joins feeding America’s Hunger Action Month in September
This September, Maui Food Bank joins Feeding America’s Hunger Action Month to raise awareness about hunger and inspire people to take action. Since the Maui wildfires, the demand for food has increased by over 65%, according to organization leaders.
UH: State adds $2.3M to Maui Wildfire Exposure Study, launches survivor registry
To expand its efforts in understanding and addressing the long-term health and social impacts of the devastating Maui wildfires, the Maui Wildfire Exposure Study (MauiWES) has just received an additional $2.3 million in funding from the State of Hawaiʻi.
Daytime closures on Kaʻahumanu Ave. for waterline work on Maui Palms Hampton Inn project
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises highway users that eastbound and westbound lanes of Kaʻahumanu Ave. (Route 32) between Kāne Street and Lono Ave. will be impacted by work for the Maui Palms Hampton Inn project from Tuesday, Sept. 3 to Friday, Sept. 6.
Kupu opens applications for conservation leadership program on Maui
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is seeking applications for the Conservation Leadership Development Program. Recent high school graduates, college graduates and early professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by Sept. 13.
Rotary members honored with ‘Rising Phoenix’ award for contributing to Maui fire relief efforts
Recipients of the “Rising Phoenix” awards, honoring members of Maui Rotary Clubs for their exceptional contributions to the fire relief efforts included: Leah Harbottle, Mariko Higashi, Wendy Hornack, Liz May, Joanne Laird, Ann Neizman, and Soakai Taufa.
West Maui Taxpayers Association hots 2024 General Election Candidates Night, Sept. 30
The West Maui Taxpayers Association (WMTA) invites West Maui voters to their 2024 Annual Meeting and General Election Candidates Night on Sept. 30, 2024. A meet and greet starts at 3 p.m., followed by the WMTA Annual Meeting at 5 p.m. and a Candidates Forum at 5:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center Social Hall.
Monthly siren and EAS test set for Sept. 3
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
‘American Idol’ finalist Oliver Steele to perform at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua
“American Idol” finalist Oliver Steele is set to perform at Alaloa Lounge on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Thursday, Sept. 5 from 6 to 9 p.m.
UH developed, living coastal-protection system prepares for deployment
The University of Hawaiʻi has reached a milestone in the US Department of Defense funded project that aims to create a living breakwater system to protect coastlines from erosion and create ecosystems where resilient corals and other ocean life can grow and thrive.
Golf Tournament & Ball Drop Fundraiser to benefit Women Helping Women & The Maui Farm, Sept. 7
The Rotary Club of Upcountry Maui will host Women Helping Women and The Maui Farm at the club’s ninth annual golf tournament fundraiser, on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, at Pukalani Country Club.
Make-A-Wish to benefit from Shell Hawaiʻi’s annual Giving Pump campaign
Aloha Petroleum, the gasoline marketer for the Shell brand in Hawaiʻi, will again invite drivers to participate in its Giving Pump campaign. This year’s campaign will support Make-A-Wish Hawaii.
Outrigger Resorts renews partnership with Office of National Marine Sanctuaries
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels has renewed its partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries.
Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra offers fall classes at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center
The Maui Youth Philharmonic Orchestra is offering classes in classical music this fall at the Queen Ka’ahumanu Center in Kahului, upstairs between Central Maui Tax and the Fun Factory.
