Maui News
Anthony Pfluke and Nalu’s Raise $7,000 for Make A Wish Hawai‘i to Benefit Maui Wish Kids
Nalu’s South Shore Grill and Anthony Pfluke raised $7,000 for the Make a Wish Hawaiʻi Foundation during a benefit concert on Maui.
Hearing on Proposed Rule to Establish Time-Area Closures of Hawaiian Spinner Dolphins’ Essential Habitats
NOAA Fisheries is holding a virtual public hearing Dec. 9 related to their proposed rule to establish time-area closures for Hawaiian spinner dolphins under the Marine Mammal Protection Act.
Emergency Management Agency Urges Preparedness as Kona Low Impacts Hawai‘i
Periods of extremely heavy rainfall are expected as a Kona Low develops west of Kauaʻi, and pulls deep moisture over the islands. A slow-moving band of heavy rain is expected to move over the Big Island and Maui County today, spreading to Oʻahu and Kauaʻi County tonight and Monday. Widespread rainfall total amounts of 10 to 15 inches are anticipated, with isolated areas of 20 to 25 inches possible.
Piʻilani Highway at Pahihi Gulch Washed Out at Mile 29-30
As of 1:35 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, the Piʻilani Highway at Pahihi Gulch will remain closed for the remainder of the day as weather continues to affect the area. The road was washed out between Mile 29 and 30 earlier today.
Dec. 4, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 124 New Cases, 4 Deaths
In Maui County, the seven day average for new cases daily is 16, with a 1.7% test positivity rate over 14 days. This is -2% from Nov. 19 to Dec. 2, 2021. For every 100,000 residents in Maui County, there have been an average of 9.4 newly reported cases per day over the last seven days.
Hawai‘i DOH Reports Initial Results from Navy Water System Tests
Since Monday, DOH has received 494 complaints from Navy water system users.
Competition Called Back ON at Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold Haleiwa Challenger
The World Surf League Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold Haleiwa Challenger, the final stop of the 2021 Challenger Series, is back ON with men’s Round of 32 starting at 8:05 a.m. HST in 8-10 foot surf at Haleiwa.
“Ninja Turtles” Star Ernie Reyes Jr. Heading to Maui Comic Con
Award-winning actor, martial artist, producer and director Ernie Reyes Jr. will be a Special Guest at the upcoming Maui Comic Con, taking place Dec. 11-12, 2021 at the Maui Beach Hotel.
Made In Maui County In-Person Event Rescheduled Due To Inclement Weather
Due to the current and continuing stormy weather over Maui County and flood concerns, the 8th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival must postpone the in-person shopping event previously scheduled for Saturday Dec. 4, 2021 at War Memorial Stadium Events Field.
Maui Residents Urged to Prepare for Heavy Rain
The National Weather Service reports the State of Hawaiʻi will be experiencing heavy rains over the next few days. County officials say the NWS anticipates that Maui County will likely experience the greatest impacts from this storm on Sunday, Dec. 5.
Fairmont Kea Lani’s 8th Annual Tree of Hope Campaign Kicks Off with $17K Donation
Fairmont Kea Lani’s 8th Annual Tree of Hope Campaign supporting Maui Food Bank kicks off this year with a $17,000 donation from the Consumer Attorneys of California.
Imua Family Services Introduces Maui to Big Blue Blocks
Big Blue Blocks building implements are set to make their Maui debut at Imua Discovery Garden. The Big Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground are a super-sized combination of Tinker Toys, Legos and Lincoln Logs.
Flood Advisory in Effect for Maui Until 4:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Maui until 4:45 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021. At 1:31 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over northern Maui, with rain falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
Maui DMVL to Open Two Saturdays in December
The County of Maui Division of Motor Vehicles and Licensing continues to temporarily offer driver’s licensing and other DMV services on Saturday Dec. 4 and 18, 2021, to assist customers who have found it difficult to visit DMVL offices during normal weekday hours and due to the recent COVID restrictions.
Maui Crime Nov. 14-20, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 16 vehicle thefts and 10 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Nov. 7 to 13, 2021.
Dec. 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 125 New Cases, 1 Death
In Maui County, the seven day average for new cases daily is 16, with a 1.7% test positivity rate over 14 days. This is +11% from Nov. 18 to Dec. 1, 2021. For every 100,000 residents in Maui County, there have been an average of 9.6 newly reported cases per day over the last seven days.
Hawaiʻi REALTORS Donate Education Supplies to Two Maui Schools
Hawai‘i REALTORS donated personal protective equipment, cleaning products and education supplies to schools throughout the state, including Maui High School and Waiheʻe Elementary School, in October and November as part of its annual REALTOR Action Day.
Navy Detects Petroleum Products in Red Hill Well, Levels Below DOH Action Levels
The Navy has confirmed detection of petroleum products in the Red Hill well, which has been isolated since Sunday. This comes after preliminary findings released by the state Department of Health earlier this week.
Application Period for 46 Coveted DOCARE Positions Opens Early Saturday Morning
Interested applicants for one of the state’s most sought after civil service positions will need to act quickly to try and land one of 46 available jobs within the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement.
Charen Aki Kepler joins Ka Ipu Kukui Fellows as the new Executive Consultant
Ka Ipu Kukui Fellows announced the selection of Charen Aki Kepler as the organization’s new Executive Consultant.
