Maui News
New technology used to design recovery plan as Phase 2 in Maui wildfire response begins
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency and the County of Maui are using the 3D technology to better visualize the extent of damage in Lahaina as they design a recovery plan.
Emergency Prescription Assistance Program for Maui residents to close on Dec. 16, 2023
The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program program will be available through the end of its current activation period, ending Dec. 16, 2023. Individuals enrolled in the program are urged to fill/renew their prescriptions before the EPAP closes.
Workshop prepares, empowers community against wildfires, other natural disasters
In light of the recent wildfires on Maui and in Mililani Mauka and the continued forecast for drought conditions throughout the state, both state and city leaders hosted a Wildfire Prevention and Disaster Preparedness Workshop.
J Walter Cameron Center gets $15,000 OHA grant to support
Organization leaders say the grant will play a pivotal role in fortifying connections within the Native Hawaiian community and aligns with OHA’s commitment to strategic directions that include quality housing, educational pathways, economic stability and health outcomes.
Choice Health Bar celebrates reopening in Kāʻanapali
Choice Health Bar makes a comeback to the Westside, reopening their location at Whalers Village in Kāʻanapali this week. The Whalers Village location is open daily from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Point Break Pizza & Panini now open at Maui Harbor Shops in Māʻalaea
Point Break Pizza & Panini is now open at Maui Harbor Shops in Māʻalaea. Signature menu items include Warm Focaccia with Honey Butter, Rochetta Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette, Spicy Italian & Carbonara Pizzas along with homemade focaccia breads, fennel sausages, dressings and pickles.
Hawaiian Electric’s Battery Bonus program hits cap on O‘ahu
Although Battery Bonus is closed on O‘ahu the program will continue to be available to customers on Maui until June 30, 2024, or a cap of 15 MW is reached, whichever comes first.
$5,000 grant program to help Maui families replace vehicles destroyed in wildfire
The program is dedicated to Native Hawaiian families that experienced transportation loss due to the Maui wildfires in August 2023. The program provides vehicle financing with deferred payments for 12 months and a one time grant of up to $5,000 to replace a vehicle lost in the fires.
Hawaiʻi Health Access Program has space for Maui residents who aren’t eligible for Medicaid or other plans
Space still available for Kaiser Permanente’s Hawaii Health Access Program for Maui residents who aren’t eligible for Medicaid or other health plans. Apply before open enrollment ends Jan. 16, 2024.
CocoNene’s Māʻalaea storefront marks a new beginning after their Lahaina flagship loss
CocoNene, a local brand known for its made in Hawaii products, announced the grand opening of their new store in Māʻalaea, Maui at the Maui Harbor Shops. This new location marks a poignant milestone for the brand’s recovery journey after the loss of their Lahaina flagship store.
Hawaiian Home Lands nonprofit awarded Office of Hawaiian Affairs Kakoʻo Grant
The Homestead Community Development Corporation nonprofit received a funding award from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Kakoʻo Community Grant Program. HCDC is the nonprofit arm of several Homestead Beneficiary Associations, including the Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations.
Schatz discusses federal support for Maui’s recovery, statewide housing challenges
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) met with Housing and Urban Development officials on Tuesday to discuss the agency’s efforts to support federal housing residents impacted by the Maui fires.
King’s Maui and Convoy of Hope invites community to Day and Night of Hope
Registration for Day of Hope opens Saturday at 9 a.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center. The event will be emceed by local comedians Da Braddahs and offers a range of resources and activities including free hot meals, groceries, baby supplies, entertainment, photos with Santa and more.
Reopening of all 83 Lahaina wildfire zones completed ahead of schedule
Reentry into the 83 zones established for the 2,170 acres in the five-mile Lahaina impact area concluded more than a week ahead of schedule. The process started with the first residential zone opening for reentry Sept. 25 and 26 on Kaniau Road.
New coffee-table book Mālama Maui features images of rock icon Mick Fleetwood; profits to benefit Maui United Way
An elegant and impactful, new, coffee-table book titled MĀLAMA MAUI: Music Photography from Lahaina, has just been released. One hundred percent of the profits from sales of the book will be donated to the Maui United Way Fire Disaster Relief Fund.
Castle Hospitality Group to manage Nāpili homeowner associations, beach resort
Hawaiʻi’s Castle Hospitality Group will manage the newly renovated Nāpili Surf Beach Resort on Maui’s scenic Nāpili Bay.
Rickie Fowler, Viktor Hovland, Hideki Matsuyama and Scottie Scheffler return to The Sentry
The Sentry today announced Rickie Fowler, Viktor Hovland, Hideki Matsuyama and Scottie Scheffler are set to return to Maui and The Sentry when it’s played at the picturesque Plantation Course at Kapalua from Jan. 4-7, 2024.
Rep. Jill Tokuda to continue Maui office hours on Wednesdays at the Lahaina Civic Center
Staff from US Rep. Jill Tokuda’s office will continue to hold office hours every Wednesday at the Lahaina Civic Center from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to assist Maui residents and businesses with issues or problems they are having with federal agencies.
Following Maui fires, Schatz leads hearing to push for more immediate, consistent relief
“Lahaina is just one example. Every community devastated by a disaster deserves help. Help that is timely, predictable, consistent, and proportional to the needs of the recovery,” said Sen. Schatz.
Visitor industry gives 500 fresh pies, socks to Maui County seniors
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association gifted 500 pies and socks to seniors across Maui County, partnering with local organizations to deliver the holiday treats and spread joy.
