Maui News
Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency launches interactive map of statewide alert sirens
The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency has made an interactive map available to the public, displaying the locations of 418 alert and warning sirens across the state, alongside their operational status.
Hui O Ka Wai Ola adds four new coastal water testing sites in Lahaina
Hui O Ka Wai Ola increased its response to the Lahaina wildfires by launching four additional coastal water testing sites in West Maui (Māla Tavern, Māla Ramp, Papalaua Street, and Lahaina Harbor) and by hiring the organization’s first Fire Response Team Lead.
Boy Scouts of America visit Carnival Cruise Line in Kahului
Carnival Cruise Line welcomed 30 scouts from the Aloha Council of the Boy Scouts of America aboard the Carnival Miracle in Kahului as a gesture of appreciation for their assistance in providing essential supplies following the Maui wildfires.
Free confidential crisis counseling available to Maui fire survivors
The US Department of Health and Human Services and FEMA have approved crisis counseling services to assist those grappling with emotional distress or mental health issues following the Maui wildfires.
US Small Business Administration launches Business Resource and Assessment Center in Kīhei
The US Small Business Administration has launched a Business Resource and Assessment Center in Kīhei’s Maui Research and Technical Center, offering information and assistance for those looking to start, relaunch, or expand a small business.
MPD ‘Credible List’ of unaccounted for individuals from Lahaina wildfire drops to six
Maui police released photos of the six people who remain unaccounted for following the Aug. 8 Lahaina wildfire.
DOH continues monitoring of Navy water distribution system
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health was informed late Wednesday night that 12 Navy water system users reported symptoms they had attributed to exposure to tap water.
Maui Relief TANF program assists families with children impacted by wildfires
In partnership with the state Department of Human Services, Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. is administering the Maui Relief TANF Program that will provide help with housing, auto and utility payments and other expenses for income-eligible families with children who were directly impacted by the Aug. 8 wildfires.
Maui County Democrats seek nominees for Senate vacancy
The Maui County Democratic Party is now accepting applications for nominees to fill the vacancy of outgoing State Senator Gilbert S.C. Keith-Agaran.
Kula Community Watershed Alliance takes action to restore burned lands, prevent erosion
A group of survivors, neighbors, landowners and experts joined forces to rehabilitate Kula’s burned lands, aiming to stabilize, protect, and maintain the area to prevent further erosion.
Virtual food labeling workshop for entrepreneurs set for Nov. 14
Maui Food Technology Center will hold a virtual Food Labeling Workshop on Nov. 14 at 10 a.m. for people interested in learning the latest about food labeling, regulatory requirements and how your efforts can be a game changer.
Unemployment jumps to 8.4% on Maui Island in September 2023, primarily due to fires
On Maui Island, unemployment climbed to 8.4% in September 2023, a 3.7% increase from August 2023 and a 4.6% increase from a year ago, according to statistics released by the Hawai‘i State Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
Survey of Maui nonprofit directors reveals community impact and needs following fires
Chief among the findings was the dramatic shift in work for the nonprofit sector. Over 80% of respondents have shifted the focus of their work to fire relief, affecting the sector’s capacity to deliver a wide range of social services.
‘Mr. Las Vegas’ Wayne Newton returns to Maui, Dec 7
Las Vegas singing legend Wayne Newton returns to Maui for in his Up Close and Personal concert Thursday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Castle Theater of the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea celebrates ‘Festivals Of Aloha,’ Oct. 27-29
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea invites the community and guests to immerse themselves in a weekend-long Festivals of Aloha cultural showcase from Oct. 27 to 29, 2023.
Families impacted by Maui fires encouraged to apply today for child care assistance
Families who have been impacted by the Maui fires—whether on Maui or having recently relocated due to the fires—must apply by Oct. 31 to get assistance under these temporary rules. DHS encourages impacted families to apply today.
Maui Strong Fund receives record $4M from Oak Foundation
Hawai‘i Community Foundation today announced a monumental donation of $4 million from Oak Foundation to its Maui Strong Fund. This contribution is the largest single gift the fund has received from a philanthropic entity.
Kaiser Permanente offering additional classes for parents helping keiki cope with tragedy
Kaiser Permanente will host an additional two, no-cost Parenting After Tragedy classes to help parents understand and address the emotional and psychological needs of their keiki following the devastating Maui wildfires.
HTA: Maui County hotels impacted by wildfires, but still led counties in RevPAR
Maui County hotels continued to be impacted by the Aug. 8 Wildfires, but still led the counties in September 2023 Revenue Per Available Room due to comparatively higher Average Daily Rate.
Community budget meeting set for Nov. 14 for West Maui
A community budget meeting for West Maui, hosted by Mayor Richard Bissen and his administration, is set for Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center.
