Maui News
Early morning crash on Haleakalā Highway claims life of Makawao man
A Makawao man suffered fatal injuries in a crash reported early Friday morning on the Haleakalā Highway.
Pallets burning against exterior of a building at Kahului Shopping Center cause $27,000 in damage
Maui fire crews found pallets burning agains the exterior of a building at the Kahului Shopping Center on Thursday night. The fire was first reported at 9:17 p.m. on Dec. 7 at 65 West Kaʻahumanu Ave. in Kahului.
Molokaʻi driver Nelson Umemoto named MEO Employee of the Month
“Uncle” Nelson Umemoto, a longtime Moloka‘i driver who is credited with “creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere on his bus,” was named Maui Economic Opportunity Employee of the Month.
Maui Disaster Area restrictions lifted for Zones 9A, 9B, 11A, 12A and 12C on Dec. 11-12
County of Maui Disaster Area Restrictions will be lifted for owners and residents with vehicle passes from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting, on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 11-12, in Zones 9A, 9B, 11A, 12A and 12C. Some residential and commercial properties in these zones have been deferred by the EPA for health and safety reasons and will not be open for re-entry until further notice.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority heard this message at Maui public meeting: Prioritize locals over visitors
The draft plan called “Tourism Support for Maui’s Recovery” was developed for the purpose of how best to respond to the Tourism Emergency Declaration issued on Aug. 19 by Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green due to the Aug. 8 fires.
BLNR to consider ocean stewardship user fee, Molokini Marine Life Conservation District
The Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources will be asked to approve a new chapter in Hawai‘i Administrative Rules to enable an ocean stewardship user fee during its meeting on Friday. BLNR will also consider amendments to the Molokini Shoal Marine Life Conservation District to reduce crowding at the islet.
Maui Master Gardeners creates 130 holiday arrangements for displaced wildfire survivors
“These arrangements are one way to convey in a small way our community’s continued support and caring.”
Department of Health: Maui air monitoring in November shows good quality in wildfire-impacted areas
Air sampling and testing will continue throughout fire debris removal to ensure the work does not significantly impact the air quality of Lahaina or Kula.
Honolulu City Council passes bill to address the City’s 2,000+ position vacancies
The Honolulu City Council passed a bill Wednesday addressing hiring deficiencies in the City and County of Honolulu, which has more than 2,000 position vacancies.
November’s Kona low brought flash flooding, some relief to drought conditions on Maui
Due to the severity of the drought in some areas of the state, additional significant rain events will be needed for full drought recovery, which is not likely within the winter months due to the ongoing strong El Niño event.
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue extends Maui wildfire relief into the holiday season
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue announced it is extending its “Purchase A Meal” community initiative through the holidays as it continues efforts to provide relief to wildfire survivors on Maui.
Imua Family Services and JAKKS Pacific bring the holiday spirit to Maui children
In the wake of the wildfires this past August, Imua Family Services made the decision to not burden the community with its usual toy drive, instead reaching out to their friends at JAKKS Pacific, Inc., who once again came through with a large donation consisting of thousands of toys.
22 keiki get ‘Forever Families’
Hawaiʻi island Family Court courtrooms in Hilo and Waimea were transformed into whimsical wonderlands for 22 Hawaiʻi island keiki as they joined their “Forever Families” during an event that also marked National Adoption Day.
DACH gifts surfboards to Lahainaluna and Maui Prep surf teams
The Downtown Athletic Club of Hawaiʻi announced the donation of surfboards to the 22 Lahainaluna High School and Maui Preparatory Academy surf team members and coaches who lost their homes and belongings in the August fire that destroyed Lahaina Town.
Owners of short-term rental properties invited to FEMA’s Direct Lease Industry Day
Owners of short-term rental properties are invited to FEMA’s Direct Lease Industry Day on Friday, Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali in the Honokahua & Honokeana Room. All registration requests must be completed by TODAY Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023.
Kupu Announces EŌ Maui Partnerships with Community Hubs
Two Maui community emergency hubs that have been supporting the needs of those harmed by the wildfire disaster are now partnering with Kupu: The Kāʻanapali Hub and Nāpili Hub are now able to provide paid positions via Kupu while they continue to meet the urgent needs of their community. As the initial phase of this partnership, Kupu’s EŌ Maui has 15 participants on payroll between the two hubs.
Flags lowered in Hawaiʻi for National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Flags are being lowered in Hawaiʻi in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Pearl Harbor Medal of Honor recipient to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery
Seventy-six years after valiant service during the Pearl Harbor attack, the remains of Seaman 1st Class James Ward were identified and he will be reburied with full honors at Arlington National Cemetery.
No tsunami after 4.4 Kīlauea earthquake on Hawaiʻi Island
There is no tsunami following a 4.4 (4.2 preliminary) magnitude earthquake reported at 5:17 p.m. in the Summit Region of the Kīlauea Volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
Maui man injured in surf, airlifted from Keʻanae
A Maui man suffered injuries while surfing in Keʻanae on Tuesday afternoon. Crews from the Maui Fire Department’s Air 1 and Rescue 10 responded to the report of the surfer who was injured and on shore, but unable to walk. The 44-year-old resident was airlifted from shore and medevaced to the Maui Memorial Medical Center for further treatment.
