Maui News
Largest income tax cut bill for working families signed into law by Gov. Green
Gov. Josh Green, M.D., today signed two tax related bills into law: House Bill 2404 provides significant tax relief to Hawaiʻi’s working families; and Senate Bill 1035 exempts medical services reimbursed by Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE from the state’s General Excise Tax.
‘ʻUkulele for Lahaina’ project kicks off with Kula ʻUkulele Festival, June 22
The “ʻUkulele for Lahaina” Project announces the inaugural Kula ʻUkulele Festival, a special event as part of the Maui Jazz & Blues Festival series dedicated to providing ʻukulele to families who lost their instruments in the August 2023 Lahaina wildfire. The event will feature some of Hawaii’s top ʻukulele masters and will take place on June 22 from 3 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean Organic Farm and Distillery on the slopes of Haleakalā.
Pacific Whale Foundation hosts World Ocean Day ‘For Da Keiki’ on June 8
Pacific Whale Foundation has announced a free community event for kids and families on this year’s World Ocean Day.
73 public schools, including eight in Maui County to offer summer meals to children
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education announced today that 73 public schools will serve meals free of charge over the summer to children ages 18 and younger – regardless of public school enrollment status – through its summer food service program. The list includes five schools on Maui and three on Molokaʻi.
Maui Council to consider resolution opposing construction of telescope facility on Haleakalā
Council Member Keani Rawlins-Fernandez announced today that the Maui County Council will consider Resolution 24-103 opposing construction of the proposed Air Force Maui Optical and Supercomputing Site Small Telescope Advanced Research facility, also known as AMOS STAR, on Wednesday at 3 p.m.
40 outstanding honorees inducted into the inaugural ‘Maui Nui Hall of Fame’ at Kahului Airport
The first phase of the “Maui Nui Hall of Fame” was unveiled Sunday evening at Kahului Airport, featuring 40 inaugural inductees from Maui County who have made significant contributions in music, film, and sports in Hawai‘i and beyond. The event drew more than 100 Hawaiʻi icons, government leaders, residents and well-wishers who celebrated the accomplishments, talents and impressive careers of honorees who have left a lasting impact in their respective fields.
New eruption at Kīlauea volcano; first images show vibrant glow
Kīlauea volcano is erupting. The new eruption began at approximately 12:30 a.m. HST on Monday, June 3, likely about a mile (1-2 km) south of Kīlauea caldera and north of the Koa’e fault system and Hilina Pali Road, within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
No tsunami after 4.1 magnitude earthquake at summit region of Kilauea volcano
There is no tsunami expected following a 4.1 magnitude (preliminary 4.2) earthquake reported at 9:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2024 in the summit region of the Kīlauea Volcano.
Volcano Watch: Beyond the lava; Maunaloa’s deformation story
The most recent Mauna Loa eruptions in 1975, 1984, and 2022 each offer unique insights into this volcano’s eruptive behavior.
J. Walter Cameron Center welcomes new staff
The J. Walter Cameron Center has announced the appointment of Amy Johnson as its new development director and Shae Leedy-Vierra as facilities coordinator.
MEO seeking Lānaʻi organization to serve on Board of Directors
Maui Economic Opportunity is seeking to retain Lānaʻi representation on the Board of Directors and is soliciting a community organization to take a seat on the policy-making entity of the 59-year-old Community Action Agency.
Binhi at Ani to host youth summer program at Filipino Community Center
Binhi at Ani will be hosting a Summer Program consisting of free classes for youth in Philippine cultural dance, art, and introductory Tae Kwon Do.
Saint Anthony annual ‘Links to Education Golf Tournament’ slated for June 15
The Saint Anthony School will host its annual Links to Education Golf Tournament fundraiser on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course.
Summer reading challenge is a celebration of storytelling
Hawai‘i’s Public Libraries invite readers of all ages to join a celebration of the rich and varied stories that shape our communities with this year’s Summer Reading Challenge “E Heluhelu Kākou – Moʻolelo.”
Kaiser Permanente provides grants for behavioral and mental health care
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi has awarded grants totaling $1,491,882 to two local nonprofits and one public university to expand behavioral health care services for the houseless on Hawaiʻi Island and accelerate mental health professional training and licensure throughout the state.
Hirono leads effort to eliminate copays for Native Hawaiian veterans
The bill would eliminate copays for Native Hawaiian veterans for care received through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and would enable Native Hawaiian Health Care Systems to seek direct reimbursement from VA for care provided to Native Hawaiian veterans.
Imua Welcomes Integration of Na Keiki O Emalia
Nā Keiki O Emalia is joining with Imua Family Services and will be integrating its grief support for children and teens alongside Imua’s collection of programs. The partnership aims to broaden the scope of support services available to children and families on Maui, particularly those dealing with the profound challenges surrounding grief and loss.
Free AARP webinars teach people of all ages how to plan for retirement
AARP Hawaiʻi is empowering longer lifespans through a series of free one-hour webinars that help people plan for retirement. These webinars will be happening via Zoom each Saturday starting June 22 through July 13.
Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response to open full-time Sea Turtle Care Center on Oʻahu
Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response announced on Wednesday the launch of the first full-time sea turtle emergency care and rehabilitation facility on Oʻahu.
Household Hazardous Waste collections expand to Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi, set for June
The County of Maui’s Household Hazardous Waste program has expanded to provide services to residents on Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi.
