Maui News
Rep. Jill Tokuda to hold district-wide Telephone Town Hall, Dec. 13
Rep. Tokuda will provide a 2023 wrap up, cover her work and priorities, provide a legislative update, and take questions from participants.
Subaru Telescope essential in discovery of extragalactic star
“The Milky Way is not only made up of stars that were born there,” said Shogo Nishiyama, associate professor at Miyagi University of Education in Japan. “Stars of various origins come together to form one beautiful galaxy. There may be stars born outside the Milky Way galaxy near our solar system, and there may be planets there as well.”
Mālama ʻĀina Project: First Phase – sets roots for ecological restoration in Lahaina
The Mālama ‘Āina Project’s primary goals are to heal, empower, and inspire the community while restoring proper ecology in the foothills above Lahaina. The project seeks to reduce the likelihood of wildfires and give back to the community.
Hawaiʻi high school seniors can apply now for HMSA Kaimana Scholarships
Applications are open for the Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association’s Kaimana Awards and Scholarship Program. The program offers $5,000 scholarships to Hawaiʻi high school seniors excelling in academics, athletics, community service, and sportsmanship.
Wailuku restaurant allowed to reopen under Conditional Pass
The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s Maui Food Safety Branch issued a yellow “Conditional Pass” placard to a Wailuku restaurant on Tuesday, allowing the establishment to reopen to the public. A follow-up inspection is scheduled for Dec. 7.
Celebrate the holidays by recording a video greeting at Akakū
Akakū, Maui Community Media is bringing back recording a holiday greeting video, with a festive green screen backdrop.
MEO needs bus drivers in East Maui
East Maui drivers are needed by Maui Economic Opportunity to operate buses taking residents around the community and to Central Maui for jobs, shopping, health appointments and other events.
Bill to exempt property taxes for owners renting long-term to Maui fire survivors passes first reading
The Maui County Council on Tuesday passed the first reading of Mayor Richard Bissen’s Bill 131 that provides 100% property tax exemptions to owners of short-term rentals, timeshares and non-owner occupied homes who rent at least one-year to Maui fire survivors.
Maui Disaster Area restrictions to be lifted for residential Zones 8A and 8B
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, beginning Friday and Saturday, Dec. 8 and 9, in Zones 8A and 8B.
Maui council to consider bill to establish criteria for ʻOhana Assistance Pilot Program
The Maui council will consider a bill Dec. 15 to establish criteria for the ʻOhana Assistance Pilot Program, which offers grants of up to $100,000 to build an accessory dwelling or second farm dwelling for residents’ long-term occupancy.
MHLA donates $2,500 to Maui’s coral reef restoration
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council conducts ocean water testing at over 30 locations in Maui Nui, including seven in Lahaina’s fire-impacted zones. The organization regularly monitors the health of local coral reefs and since 2021, has been assisting properties to transition away from harmful synthetic landscaping products as part of its Reef Friendly Landscaping Certification program.
Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort names Amber Tesoro director of leisure sales
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels announced Amber Tesoro director of leisure sales at Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort on Maui.
Gov. Green marks one year in office
Hawaiʻi Governor Josh Green today delivered an address marking one year in office. In his address, he highlighted issues and efforts to address affordable housing, education, tourism, red hill, gun violence, healthcare and Maui’s recovery following the Aug. 8 wildfires.
Mayor Bissen’s Weekly Disaster Recovery Community Update Meetings resume
Mayor Richard Bissen’s Weekly Disaster Recovery Community Update Meetings resume this week at 6 p.m. in Kula on Tuesday (tonight) and at 5:30 p.m. in Lahaina on Wednesday after being canceled last week due to the kona low weather system.
Nā Mamo, Maui County and Hawai‘i Land Trust preserve land at Honokōhau Bay
Nā Mamo Aloha ‘Āina o Honokōhau, a Honokōhau-based nonprofit organization, in partnership with the County of Maui and Hawai‘i Land Trust (HILT), has completed the purchase of 1.447 acres on Honokōhau Bay in Kā‘anapali, Maui. The parcel is permanently protected for cultural enrichment, stewardship, ‘āina-based education, and traditional agriculture.
Large northwest swell results in High Surf Warning for north shores of Maui
A large northwest (330 degrees) building down the island chain this morning will peak today, then slowly ease through midweek, according to the NWS.
300 volunteers needed this Saturday to bring joy to Maui wildfire survivors
The Salvation Army is calling for the community’s support as they prepare for a heartwarming event, “Magical Maui Christmas,” set to take place on Dec. 9, 2023, at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center. The event aims to uplift and bring holiday joy to over 2,000 wildfire survivors by providing them with a memorable Christmas experience.
No tsunami expected after 5.1 Kīlauea earthquake on Hawaiʻi Island
There is no tsunami expected following a 5.1 (4.9 preliminary) magnitude earthquake reported at around 5:54 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 4, in the Hilina Region of the Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
Imua Family Services plans new preschool in Wailuku for children displaced by Maui’s wildfires
Imua Family Services is planning a new preschool in Wailuku for children displaced by the August wildfires on Maui.
Divers begin coral reef assessment after salvage of Navy aircraft from Kāneʻohe Bay
“The major impact area, at this point, is pulverized coral,” Fuller said. Closer to shore, at the end of the runway, coral colonies have a multitude of white scars. Tops of corals are sliced off where the plane’s landing gear first struck, or during its salvage.
