Maui News
University of Hawaiʻi launches public phase of historic $1 billion campaign
To raise $1 billion for current and future students, faculty and researchers at all 10 University of Hawaiʻi campuses, the University of Hawaiʻi Foundation launched the public phase of the fundraiser called For UH • For Hawaiʻi.
Maui visitor arrivals, spending highlight need for continued support statewide
The State Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism released its September 2023 visitor statistics report on Monday, demonstrating the continuing impacts of the Maui wildfires.
Award-winning film, WAIKIKI to make Hawaiʻi premiere with Maui Mall showing Nov. 5
WAIKIKI hits theaters in major cities this week and will start showing in selected Honolulu theaters on Nov. 3, and at the Maui Mall on Nov. 5. WAIKIKI is a dramatic film that challenges the stereotypical image of paradise.
State releases $500,000 for SNAP program recipients to purchase food grown in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi Food Basket estimates that every dollar spent in the DA BUX Double-Up program contributes $2.10 to the local economy.
Free shuttles available for patrons of Made In Maui County Festival at the MACC
The 10th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made In Maui County Festival will offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on Saturday, the main day of the event.
‘The Greatest Showman’ wins grand prize at The Shops at Wailea’ Halloween Spooktacular
Local and visiting keiki enjoyed a celebration-filled Halloween Spooktacular, provided by The Shops at Wailea on Sunday, Oct. 29. The Shops hosted a frightening costume contest, where more than 1,000 guests entered to win prizes.
Police publicly identify one more victim of Lahaina fire; bringing total to 98 of 99 known fatalities
The Maui Police Department today identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire: Lee Rogo, 76, of Lahaina. There are now 98 people publicly identified of the 99 known fatalities.
Maui’s Jason Arcilla advances after winning in the Battle round on The Voice
Last night on The Voice’s Battle Rounds, Jason Arcilla of Maui went head-to-head with teammate Eli Ward. Singing a duet of “Make It With You,” by Bread, Jason was able to beat Eli and Gwen named him the winner of the battle.
Voluntary recall: WanaBana Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree pouches due to elevated lead
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a voluntary recall by WanaBana of all of its Apple Cinnamon Fruit Puree pouch products distributed to retailers nationally, including online retailers such as Amazon.com.
MFD/ARFF recruit class Live Fire Training
The training will be conducted at the MFD/State of Hawaii Joint Training Facility off Keolani Place near Kahului Airport. The live fire sessions will be held on Nov. 3, 6, 9, 13, 17 and 20, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Top 20 things to do on Maui, Nov. 2-11: Grammy winner Kahumoku, Aloha Festivals, Jazz Maui, jam band Kanekoa, Made in Maui County Festival
For entertainment this week on Maui, multiple Grammy winner George Kahumoku and Jazz Maui are back in West Maui, the 10th annual Made-in-Maui Festival features more than 125 vendors and the University of Maui College hosts an Arts & Resilience event and Touch a Truck for kids. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Disaster area residential restrictions to be lifted for Zones 9F and 9G in Lahaina
Maui County Disaster Area Restrictions will be lifted for owners and residents in Zones 9F and 9G with vehicle passes from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. beginning Nov. 3 and 4.
Hawaiʻi House Finance Committee visits Maui to see projects, programs; learn community needs
Members of the Hawaiʻi House Finance Committee, led by Chair Kyle T. Yamashita, visited Maui to view firsthand several projects and programs supported by the State Legislature, and tour state-owned properties in Lahaina and around the island.
Unsafe Water Advisory lifted for remaining areas of Upper Kula
The Department of Water Supply has lifted the Unsafe Water Advisory for Upper Kula, removing the two remaining areas, UK-2B and UK-5.
Stage 1 Water Shortage declared for Upcountry, Maui
The Department of Water Supply has declared a Stage 1 Water Shortage for water consumers in the Upcountry, Maui service area. The service area includes Makawao, Upper and Lower Kula, Haʻikū, Pukalani, Kokoma, Kaupakalua, Ulumalu, Kēōkea, ʻUlupalakua, and Kanaio.
Maui police launch Cold Case Detail for unsolved homicides, missing persons cases
The Maui Police Department today announced the establishment of a dedicated Cold Case Detail with a primary focus on unsolved homicides and missing persons cases.
Maui Fire Department wildland training, Nov. 1
The Maui Fire Department will be conducting wildland live fire training on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 from around 8:30 a.m. to noon in the fields below the Maui Tropical Plantation.
Hawai‘i Democrats seek a ‘just recovery’ for Lahaina
Hawai‘i Democrats urge a ‘just recovery’ for Lahaina; State Central Committee adopts resolution urging elected leaders to ensure transparent, equitable investments to restore the Lahaina community
MFTC seeks local businesses to participate in 49th Annual FoodEx Japan Show
The Maui Food Technology Center is seeking local businesses interested in showcasing their products at the 49th Annual FoodEx Japan. This event is scheduled to take place at the Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo International Exhibition Center Tokyo from March 5 to 8, 2024.
Monthly siren, emergency alert system test scheduled Nov. 1
The monthly test of Hawaiʻi’s Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, along with a Live Audio Broadcast test of the Emergency Alert System, will tale place on Nov. 1 at 11:45 a.m.
