Maui News
Seabury Hall to host New Zealand University Fair, March 4
Hawaiʻi Association of College Admissions Counselors in partnership with New Zealand Education will host a New Zealand University Fair on Wednesday, March 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Seabury Hall Dining Hall.
Livestream camera restored; Forecast window for next lava fountaining is likely March 6-16
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the V3 camera for live streaming of eruptive activity at Kīlauea, is now back online after onsite maintenance. Scientists with the HVO say preliminary models suggest the likely forecast window for the onset of episode 43 lava fountaining is March 6-16.
Free public Pre-K applications open on March 2
The Executive Office on Early Learning announced today that applications for its public prekindergarten program for the 2026–2027 school year will open on March 2, 2026.
Additional site for rock scaling work along Hāna Highway
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying the public of upcoming intermittent road closures at mile marker 19.5 on Hāna Highway (Route 360), for rock scaling work.
Maui sees double digit increases in visitor spending and arrivals in January 2026
Tourism on Maui continued to recover from the August 2023 wildfires, according to the latest Hotel Performance Report issued by the State Department of Business Economic Development and Tourism.
Haleakalā National Park announces temporary closures of the Summit District Visitor Centers
Haleakalā National Park’s temporary closure of the Headquarters Visitor Center located 1 mile past the entrance station has been extended through to the week of March 8, 2026. The Haleakalā Visitor Center closure has been extended through the week of April 12, 2026.
Gardenland Hawaii to celebrate grand opening of renovated Kahului showroom
Gardenland Hawaii will celebrate the grand opening of its newly renovated Kahului showroom on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 415 Dairy Road, Suite A.
Electrical Workers and Plumbers and Fitters back Sugimura for Mayor
Yuki Lei Sugimura, Maui County Council Vice-Chair and candidate for Mayor, announced that she has secured the endorsement of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1260, and the Plumbers and Fitters UA Local 675.
Iron Workers Union Hawaiʻi and HGEA endorse Bissen’s mayoral re-election bid
The Bissen 2026 Campaign announced that the Ironworkers Stabilization Fund and Iron Workers Union Local 625 have formally endorsed the re-election of Mayor Richard Bissen. The Hawaiʻi Government Employees Association, the largest public-sector union in Hawai‘i, also announced its endorsement of Mayor Richard Bissen in his 2026 re-election campaign.
Hirono to hold Spotlight Forum on importance of funding for minority students
US Sen. Mazie Hirono of Hawaii hosts a spotlight forum today, highlighting the importance of funding for minority students.
Maui’s King Kekaulike wins top honors in 2026 Japan Wizards Competition
The annual three-student, team competition is a full-day of intense academic tests on an extensive range of topics related to Japan, including contemporary Japan, culture and traditions, geography, politics, history, Japan-Hawaiʻi ties, language, and more.
Locally made food and products shine at Food and Product Innovation Network Day
Local food and product vendors gathered Wednesday to show off their goods at the inaugural Food and Product Innovation Network Day at the Capitol, a convening of exhibitors, partners and stakeholders to highlight the collective impact of Hawai‘i’s food and product innovation ecosystem.
Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party , Feb.27
The upcoming Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party takes place on Feb. 27, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Azeka Shopping Center Mauka.
Deadline for 2026 AARP Community Challenge Grants is March 4
There’s less than a week left to apply for money to make your community a better place to live. The deadline to complete an application for the 2026 AARP Community Challenge Grant is Wednesday, March 4 at noon Hawaiʻi time.
Maui Open Studios announces grand finale, self-guided art experience in South Maui
Maui Open Studios concludes its three week self-guided art experience with a grand finale weekend in South Maui, Feb. 28 through March 1, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
‘Human Skills in an AI World’ the topic of Maui Tech ʻOhana talk with Dough Nelson, March 11
The Maui Economic Development Board presents a new Tech ʻOhana talk on March 11, featuring Doug Nelson, Founder and CEO of Kinection and Partner with The Prompt. He will explore some of the human skills that matter most for effective collaboration, even as artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly important part of work environments.
New Maui Public Art project blends movement and story rooted in Hāmākua
Rooted in the Hāmākua region, the project finds its heartbeat in a Hui Moʻolelo recording featuring Hawaiian scholar, educator, and philosopher Pūlama Collier and her son, Kiaʻi Collier, Manager of ʻĀina Stewardship at Hawaiʻi Land Trust.
Maui fire survivors seek Hawaiʻi Supreme Court action to prevent further settlement delays
Maui Fire Survivors have filed a Petition for Writ of Mandamus with the Hawaiʻi Supreme Court seeking immediate action to dismiss ongoing insurance company appeals that they claim are delaying settlement payments to thousands of Maui fire survivors and families.
Event celebrating individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities draws strong turnout
Arc of Maui County brought big smiles and even bigger hearts together this Valentine’s Day at its annual celebration for the IDD community–individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The nonprofit, which has been supporting the community for more than 70 years spreading love and connection by bringing together more than 160 attendees for an afternoon filled with laughter, dance, sweet treats, crafts, community connection and lots of love.
Aloha FurEver Pets Foundation partners with Good Cat Network to reduce cat overpopulation
This collaboration brings together two mission-driven organizations committed to reducing cat overpopulation in Hawaiʻi through ethical rescue practices, accessible veterinary care, and community education.
