Maui News
Lahaina Town South Neighborhood Planning Workshop scheduled this Saturday
The County of Maui Office of Recovery and County Department of Planning will hold the Lahaina Town South Neighborhood Planning Workshop for residents of the area from 3 to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15, 2024, at Lahainaluna High School cafeteria, located at 980 Lahainaluna Road.
Gov. Green teams up with Ulupono Initiative to boost Hawaiʻi’s access to federal funds
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., is partnering with the Ulupono Initiative as part of the Governor’s “Investing in Hawai‘i’s Future,” a collaboration between federal, state, and community partners to maximize federal funding for the state. The new partnership will provide tailored technical assistance to state departments and agencies to strengthen their ability to apply for and secure federal awards.
Amy Hānaialiʻi and Richard Cray star in ‘Man of La Mancha’ on Maui this summer
Hawai’i’s top-selling female vocalist of all time, Amy Hānaialiʻi, will return to her roots in musical theatre to perform with professional actor Richard Cray in MAPA’s production of the iconic musical Man of La Mancha. The show runs August 16-25 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater.
Complimentary cultural activities at Wonderful World of Aloha at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
Oni Foundation Inc. is offering complimentary dance, craft, and music classes through June 17th, 2024 at their new Wonderful World of Aloha cultural dance and activity center at Queen Ka’ahumanu Center.
Maui Kūihelani Solar-plus-Storage begins generating electricity; AES Hawaiʻi project to power 27,000 homes
AES Hawaiʻi has commenced operations on Hawai‘i’s largest solar facility – Kūihelani Solar-plus-Storage on Maui – a renewable energy project generating enough power for 27,000 homes at 8-cents per kilowatt hour, the lowest renewable energy cost in the state, according to a company announcement. Located on 450 acres in central Maui, between Kūihelani Highway and […]
UH telescope part of NASA’s $19.5M artificial star mission
A University of Hawaiʻi telescope on Maunakea will play a key role in a newly approved $19.5 million NASA space mission that will put an artificial “star” in orbit around the Earth. The star will be a satellite that scientists will use to precisely calibrate telescopes and more accurately measure the brightness of objects ranging from nearby stars to distant explosions of supernovae in far-off galaxies. As part of the NASA Landolt Space Mission, astronomers at the UH Institute for Astronomy (IfA) will utilize observations to generate fresh star brightness catalogs.
Maui Boys & Girls Club transforms in time for keiki summer programs with help from Hilton Grand Vacations
More than 20 Hilton Grand Vacations team members paired up with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui to clean the lounge, repaint basketball courts, tend to the garden and tidy spaces at the Central Clubhouse in Kahului as the program prepares to welcome keiki back for its upcoming summer programs.
New Kula Ball Field parking lots closed for repairs June 12 and 13
Makai and mauka parking lots at the New Kula Ball Field will be temporarily closed from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, and Thursday, June 13, for asphalt surfacing repairs.
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues East Coast expansion with new Annandale, VA location
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue, a leader in the growing popularity of Hawaiian-style cuisine, has announced its latest restaurant opening in Annandale, Virginia.
Maui Police Captain Terence Gomez graduates from FBI National Academy
Maui Police Department Captain Terence Gomez was one of 201 law enforcement officers who graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia on Thursday.
Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation awards $30,000 to 30 Maui students
The Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation recently awarded $1,000 scholarships to 30 students from Maui County. These scholarships are part of RAMCF’s ongoing commitment to support the educational pursuits of Maui’s youth, fostering the next generation of leaders and professionals.
HMSA awards $75,000 in scholarships to 15 high school seniors; $13,500 to outstanding high schools
Maui recipients are Madison Strand of King Kekaulike High School and Jasmyn Yoshikawa of Baldwin High School. Winning schools on Maui are Maui Preparatory Academy for small school, and Kamehameha Schools Maui in the large school division.
Hirono proposes bill to create national hub for storing native plant communities
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) has introduced legislation that seeks to create a national support hub and storage center for native plants of all US states and territories.
Struggling families cope with tragedy by making art and lei
A homeless shelter and art studio on Maui have partnered to give struggling families something invaluable: Peace in the face of hardship.
State provides assurances to wildfire survivors as NCS program is scheduled to end
Today is the scheduled end date for the Non-Congregate Sheltering (NCS) program for Maui wildfire survivors. State officials issued assurances saying all families in the NCS program who are actively participating in their recovery efforts will continue to receive support until their transition from sheltering to an interim housing solution.
Hyatt Regency Maui extends Nashville Nights through summer season
Six of Nashville’s talented artists will bring a touch of southern charm to Maui’s tropical paradise this summer, with shows planned each month at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa through September 2024.
‘Sharks After Dark’ returns June 15 with ’90s Night
Take a trip back to the ’90s — the decade Maui Ocean Center opened its doors — during the aquarium’s next “Sharks After Dark” event.
Survey: Over half of veterans are unaware of their housing, remodeling benefits
US military veterans and active-duty service members might be missing free financial aid to modify their homes. According to a recent AARP survey, more than half (60%) of veterans ages 45 and older are unaware that the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) offers grant funding to modify their homes. Nearly a quarter (24%) of veterans need financial assistance to make home modifications to continue living in their homes safely and independently, reported AARP.
Hawaiʻi becomes first state to provide palliative care coverage
Palliative care is specialized medical care for people living with a serious illness. This type of care is focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of the illness, with a goal of improving quality of life for both the patient and the family.
Hawaiʻi Technology Development Corporation injects millions into local tech, manufacturing businesses
A state agency attached to the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) has unleashed nearly $6 million in grants across a wide range of Hawaiʻi businesses and programs, an announcement stated on Wednesday.
