Maui News
Hawaiʻi governor orders US and state flags at half-staff to honor lives lost in attacks on Israel
To honor the lives of those lost, including Americans, that began with the attacks on Israel over the weekend, Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green has ordered the United States and Hawai‘i state flags be flown at half-staff at state facilities.
Maui County lifting restrictions for owners and residents of Zone 6C and 15A on Oct. 13
Maui County is lifting its disaster area restrictions for owners and residents of property in Zone 6C and 15A, beginning on Oct. 13.
Police identify Jeannie Eliason as Lahaina fire victim; she died before birth of first grandchild
Jeanne Eliason of Lahaina was excited to become a grandmother for the first time, but she died in the Lahaina fire before her daughter gave birth to a baby boy.
FEMA job fair Oct. 11 at Lahaina Civic Center
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has temporary vacancies for multiple positions on Maui and Oʻahu that start as 120-day appointments and may be extended up to one year.
Maui Medical Group temporarily relocates Lahaina clinic to Napili Plaza
Maui Medical Group is temporarily relocating its Lahaina clinic to the Napili Plaza Shopping Center due to damage sustained during the Aug. 8 fire.
Hawaiʻi pilot project will allow on-the-spot tickets and fines for resource violations
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Land and Natural Resources is putting together a three-month pilot project that will allow state conservation enforcement resource officers to issue on-the-spot tickets and/or fines for rule violations.
Hawai‘i Health Department approves 4th medical cannabis retail store for Pono Life Maui
As of Sept. 30, 2023, there are 32,693 in-state patients and 2,817 caregivers registered statewide for medical canabis.
Celebration of National Coming Out Day to be held in Wailuku on Oct. 11
National Coming Out Day is celebrated every Oct. 11 to raise awareness for individuals within the LGBTQ+ community, and champion the idea that homophobia thrives in silence.
100 Hawaiʻi students on Maui undergo federal disaster response training for youth
More than 100 students from 14 schools statewide have begun the first federal disaster response training program in Hawai‘i that is dedicated to youth.
Maui Healthcare Career Fair set for Oct. 13, 14 in Wailuku
The Maui Healthcare Career Fair is designed to provide individualized guidance and cater to all experience levels and interests, from seasoned healthcare specialists to those seeking a new and fulfilling career.
Maui County approves using soil stabilizer Soiltac in Lahaina burn area
Maui County has approved the use of the soil stabilizer Soiltac to protect residents’ health and the environment from risks posed by ash and debris that remain on properties burned during the Aug. 8 fire in Lahaina.
Upper Kula Area UK-4 and Lahaina Area L-2 removed from Unsafe Water Advisory
Water serving buildings and homes in these areas have been determined to be safe for unrestricted use, effective today.
Hawaiʻi’s water commission reinstates 1st Deputy Kaleo Manuel following controversial redeployment
With pressure from the Maui County Council and others, the Hawaiʻi State Commission on Water Resource Management on Monday reinstated 1st Deputy Kaleo Manuel, who was “redeployed” following accusations by a land owner that he delayed access to water during the deadly Aug. 8 Lahaina fire.
Family of missing Maui kayaker set up GoFundMe for help to continue search
The family of 63-year-old Jerry Morgan, who went missing early Thursday morning while kayaking off Tavares Beach on Maui, has set up a GoFundMe to raise funds to continue searching for him.
Sen. Schatz: Indigenous Peoples’ Day should become federal holiday
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI), chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, said in a statement issued today that Indigenous Peoples’ Day should be designated as a federal public holiday.
Castle Hospitality Group appoints Matt Bailey as president & CEO
Castle Hospitality Group has selected Matt Bailey to succeed Alan Mattson as President & CEO of the Hawaiʻi-based hotel, condo resort and vacation rental management company.
Deadline now Oct. 25 for nonprofits, government to apply for Hawaiʻi fires’ disaster assistance
The Federal Emergency Management Administration has extended the deadline to Oct. 25 for private nonprofits and government organizations seeking public assistance funding for the Hawai‘i wildfire disaster.
Heart of Maui Wine Project supports hospitality workers impacted by Maui fires
The Heart of Maui Wine Project, in partnership with Kōkua Foundation, supports hospitality workers by launching an ‘art series’ featuring wines with unique labels by artist Jim Kingwell.
Honsador Lumber accepting applications for Fall 2023 High School Hero Award
Honsador Lumber is accepting applications for its Fall 2023 High School Hero Award, recognizing exceptional high school students in Hawaiʻi.
Honolulu philanthropist donates $5 million to University of Hawaiʻi’s RISE Center
In recognition of his $5 million donation, the new Residences for Innovative Student Entrepreneurs at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa will be renamed the Walter Dods Jr. RISE Center.
