Maui News
Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi’s new Maui Support Center receives blessing
February 12, 2025 · 9:00 PM UTC
A blessing ceremony was recently held for Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi’s Maui Support Center, a new facility that provides counseling services and other assistance to first responders assisting Maui wildfire survivors.
Water shutoff scheduled for Mill Street repairs Thursday and Friday
February 12, 2025 · 8:00 PM UTC
Maui Kupono Builders will perform repairs on the County’s water system along Mill Street from Central Avenue to Kaniela Street, starting Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.
Proposed UH Maui College four-year nursing program moves ahead in state Senate
February 12, 2025 · 7:13 PM UTC
A measure aimed at addressing a shortage of nurses on Maui by establishing a four-year nursing Bachelor of Science degree program at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College has passed second reading on the Senate floor. Now, it’s headed to the influential Ways and Means Committee for decision-making on funding.
US Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as director of national intelligence
February 12, 2025 · 6:41 PM UTC
In a 52-48 vote the US Senate confirmed Tulsi Gabbard, of Hawaiʻi as director of national intelligence.
Community invited to celebrate Hawaiian language at ʻŌlelo Under the Stars
February 12, 2025 · 3:18 PM UTC
The community is invited to join in celebrating the Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, Hawaiian Language Month, at the upcoming event, “ʻŌlelo Under the Stars.” This special evening of live music and Hawaiian language bingo will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12, at Kalana Pākuʻi O Maui, located at 250 S. High St. in Wailuku.
‘Just for Fun’ culinary classes at UH Maui College for the public
February 12, 2025 · 3:00 PM UTC
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s award-winning Culinary Arts Program team has created a full roster of seven, non-credit, “just for fun” culinary classes for the public ranging from advanced cookie baking to making gnocchi and risotto and everything in between.
Nisei Veterans Memorial Center to screen ‘Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story’
February 12, 2025 · 2:56 PM UTC
The Nisei Veterans Memorial Center will host a screening of “Of Civil Wrongs and Rights: The Fred Korematsu Story” on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.
County seeking seasonal employees for PALS summer session
February 12, 2025 · 4:00 AM UTC
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation is now accepting seasonal employment applications for the 2025 PALS summer session.
Fraser Avenue Park on Lānaʻi temporarily closed for dog park construction
February 12, 2025 · 2:54 AM UTC
Fraser Avenue Park on Lāna‘i is temporarily closed while work to construct a dog park is underway, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Environmental assessments online for public review including Wākiu Master Plan in East Maui
February 12, 2025 · 1:00 AM UTC
Two final Maui environmental assessments and one draft are posted online in the state Office of Planning and Sustainable Development’s Feb. 8 issue of The Environmental Notice.
Proposals sought for mental health support for children impacted by the Maui wildfires
February 12, 2025 · 1:00 AM UTC
Maui United Way announced the release of a Request for Proposals for the second year of its Sentry Mālama Nā Keiki Initiative. This program focuses on providing critical mental health support for children and adolescents affected by the 2023 Maui wildfires.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority invites applicants for its next round of community programs
February 12, 2025 · 12:00 AM UTC
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority has issued its next round of requests for proposals for its community partnership programs.
Livestream: Episode 9 of Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea begins with lava fountains 330 feet high
February 11, 2025 · 10:36 PM UTC
Episode 9 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea began at 10:16 Tuesday morning (Feb. 11, 2025) with lava fountains producing a lava flow on Halemaʻumaʻu crater floor.
Bill advances to allow tenants with liability insurance to keep pets in rental units
February 11, 2025 · 10:00 PM UTC
In a move that could be a step toward addressing Maui’s chronic overpopulation of dogs and cats, a bill making its way through the state Senate would prohibit landlords from using rental agreements to forbid pets in tenants’ homes, if they obtain liability insurance to cover pet damages.
Volunteers invited to help sand dune restoration at Haycraft Beach, Feb. 12
February 11, 2025 · 9:00 PM UTC
The community is invited to participate in sand dune restoration efforts at Haycraft Beach Park, located at the end of Hauoli Street in Mā’alaea, from 7 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025.
Hirono, colleagues concerned over National Park staffing shortages due to hiring freeze
February 11, 2025 · 8:00 PM UTC
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) joined colleagues in urging newly confirmed US Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burgum to immediately take action to resolve looming staffing shortages at the National Park Service.
Volunteers help with coqui frog control efforts on Oʻahu
February 11, 2025 · 6:44 PM UTC
Volunteers gather at sunset every Thursday to search for invasive coqui frogs in Waimānalo on Oʻahu. The frogs, known for their loud chirp, are a major forest and agricultural pest.
County of Maui offices to be closed Monday for Presidents’ Day holiday
February 11, 2025 · 6:21 PM UTC
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, for the Presidents’ Day holiday.
Chair of Hawai‘i Democratic Party elected to a National Democratic leadership position
February 11, 2025 · 6:06 PM UTC
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i congratulated State Party Chair Derek Turbin on his recent election to a national role within the Democratic Party.
UH President Wendy Hensel visits UH Māui College Lānaʻi Education Center
February 11, 2025 · 4:00 PM UTC
The UH Maui College Lānaʻi Education Center currently serves 84 students, 64 of whom are Early College students from Lānaʻi High & Elementary School.