Maui News
Hawaiʻi Department of Health issues voluntary recall alert for Makana brownies
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a voluntary recall by Big Island Candies of its 10 oz. Makana Brownie Assortment Box, because it may contain peanut allergens not listed on the label. Approximately 120 boxes were sold at the Big Island Candies Ala Moana retail store from Dec. 13-21, 2023.
Proposals sought for Maui Public Art
Maui Public Art Corps, in partnership with the County of Maui + Hale Hō‘ike‘ike at the Bailey House/ Maui Historical Society, is seeking artist proposals for participatory public art projects. The deadline to apply is Feb. 4, 2024.
Maui-based consulting firm Skog Rasmussen LLC, announces new partner, Kimberly Thayer
Maui-based consulting firm Skog Rasmussen LLC has announced the addition of Kimberly Thayer as its newest partner.
90 members gather as part of the new Maui Economic Recovery Commission
The Maui ERC was formed in response to the wildfires that devastated Lahaina and Kula and is led by co-chairs James Kunane Tokioka, DBEDT Director, and Luana Mahi, OED Director.
Gov. Green names May Mizuno to House District 29
Governor Josh Green, M.D., appointed Joje May Mizuno to represent District 29 in the State House of Representatives (Kamehameha Heights, Kalihi Valley, and a portion of Kalihi). She succeeds her husband John Mizuno, who was appointed by Governor Green as the Coordinator on Homelessness in December.
Lahaina wildfire survivors, community leaders rallying on Opening Day of the legislature
Lahaina Strong, a grassroots organization dedicated to supporting the recovery and resilience of Lahaina, will rally at the Hawaiʻi Capitol at 11:30 a.m. following the official opening of the state legislature.
Flooding of Piʻilani Hwy. in Kaupō; downed power lines on Makawao Ave.; flooding on S. Kihei Road at Ohukai; Landslide at Honokōhau
Piʻilani Highway is closed between Mile 29 and 31 in Kaupō due to flooding. A portion of Makawao Ave. is closed due to two large trees that have fallen and downed power lines block both lanes. Maui police have closed South Kīhei Road from Ohukai to Kīhei Bay Vista at 715 South Kīhei Road, due to heavy flooding. Crews are working to remove a landslide blocking the northbound lane of the Honoapiʻilani Highway at Mile 35.5 and 36 in Honokōhau.
Maui students urge visitors and kamaʻāina across Hawaiʻi to “Pledge” to their Future
Lahainaluna High School Principal Richard Carosso spoke with Student Council members on Jan. 12, 2024 while signing the Pledge to Our Keiki saying, “the pledge is about a commitment in part to preserving the environment, but for us it’s probably a little different. It’s a pledge to get involved in responsible redevelopment of our community. I think that makes what you are doing here today so important and something to be thinking about as you are signing the pledge.”
UHERO: UH degrees affordable, significant return on investment
A college education from the University of Hawaiʻi 10 campuses offers a significant return on investment, no matter the degree type—and has gotten more affordable over the last decade, according to a UH Economic Research Organization (UHERO) report released Jan. 16, 2024.
Maui Flood Advisory extended to 4 a.m., Wind Warning until 6 p.m. at Haleakalā
The National Weather Service has extended the Flood Advisory for the island of Maui until 4 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024. A Flood Watch is also in effect until 4 a.m.
Water conservation is the focus of Maui community meetings this month
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply is seeking public input on water conservation goals, measures and priorities, during a series of community meetings this month.
Kula community meeting canceled due to weather
Due to unpredictable weather conditions and forecasted adverse weather that may create unsafe road conditions, the community meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. at Kula Elementary School this evening (Jan. 16, 2024) has been canceled.
Maui Police Department announces four promotions to the rank of Lieutenant
The Maui Police Department is proud to announce the promotion of four Sergeants to the rank of Lieutenant. Promotions include Lieutenants: Ronald Bennett, Taylor Kamakawiwo’ole, Brandon Phillips and Keoki Santos. All promotions are scheduled to take effect today, Jan. 16, 2024.
First floor of the Wailuku Garage opens
The first floor of the Wailuku Garage opened to the public for parking today, Tuesday, Jan. 16, with a two-hour time limit on parking between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Parking will be free, initially, with the expectation that fees will apply in the future, pending approval of the PARK MAUI program by the Maui County Council.
Whale Tales 2024 – A global gathering for marine science enthusiasts
Whale Tales returns to The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua as a signature event Feb. 16-18, 2024.
Department of Health announces first Hawaiʻi pediatric influenza-associated death of the season
The Department of Health announced today the first influenza-associated death in a Hawaiʻi resident under the age of 18 during this influenza, or flu season. The child was an Oʻahu resident. Out of respect for the family’s privacy, no further information about the child is being released.
Maui fire personnel rescue drivers from floodwaters in South Maui
Rain and flooding resulted in rescues and road closures on Maui Tuesday morning. Around 8:45 a.m., Maui Fire Department’s Air One rescued two people from their vehicle, which was trapped in fast rising floodwaters along South Kīhei Road near Kaonoulu Street. Another three people in vehicles stalled in floodwaters were taken to safety on foot by fire department personnel.
Rains resulting flooding, flashing lights at some Maui intersections
The Piʻilani Highway in Kaupō is closed from Mile 19 to Mile 21 due to flooding. As of 8:33 a.m., Maui police have closed South Kīhei Road from North Kīhei Road to Kūlanihākoʻi Street due to flooding at multiple intersections. Motorists should avoid the area.
Increase in showers for Maui and the Big Island; Maui Flood Advisory until 10 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended the Maui Flood Advisory until 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. At 7:06 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over East Maui, with the heaviest rain falling along the southern slopes of Haleakalā. Rain was falling at a rate of 0.5 to 1 inches per hour.
Update/Runway reopens: HDOT shuts down airport in Kona to assess runway cracks
The runway at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA) on the Island of Hawaiʻi has reopened and flights have resumed this morning. Air travelers are asked to check with their airline for any potential schedule impacts. The runway was closed overnight while crews worked to repave a 10 foot by 20 foot section of runway that was cracked. Transportation officials say the state was scheduled to reconstruct the entire 11,000-foot runway this year, but recent rains resulted in cracks and accelerated pavement degradation on the runway.
