Maui News
Gov. Green unveils upcoming important dates involving Maui fire recovery
Governor Josh Green highlighted upcoming important dates involving Maui wildfire survivors as the island transitions from response to recovery. Dates include: Sept. 25 reentry begins; Sept. 26 details to be released surrounding a replacement site for Kamehameha III Elementary; Sept. 29 Safe Harbor ends; and Oct. 8 marks the formal reopening of West Maui.
Krank Cycles seeks volunteers to help assemble 400 donated bikes for wildfire survivors
Maui-based Krank Cycles received a donation of 400 new bicycles and is calling on the community to come together on Sept. 23 and help assemble these bikes to be distributed among Maui wildfire survivors.
FHLB Des Moines awards $5 million to support Maui relief efforts
FHLB Des Moines awarded $4 million to the Hawaiʻi Bankers Association who will regrant funds to the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund, the United Way of Maui and the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement. FHLB Des Moines donated $1 million to the Valley Isle Chapter of the Hawaiʻi Credit Union League, who established the Credit Union Wildfire Relief Fund. This fund provides direct and immediate support to those in need, addressing their most pressing needs at any given time.
Gabrielle Shuerger joins The Maui Farm as new executive director
New executive director of The Maui Farm, Gabrielle Schuerger, has spent nearly a decade working on Maui in the nonprofit sector, most recently as executive director of Malama Maui Nui.
Hawaiʻi Red Cross is hiring for long-term Lahaina recovery
The American Red Cross is hiring members of the Maui community for long-term wildfire recovery efforts and has launched a six-day Job Fair in Central Maui.
State Senate to hold field briefing in Lahaina on wildfire related insurance claims, Sept. 28
“Our committee has heard from various neighbors on Maui that they continue to face challenges relating to processing wildfire insurance claims, including home, business, vehicle, and vessel policies,” said Senator Jarett Keohokalole, Chair of the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection. The briefing will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., on Thursday, Sept. 28, 2023, at the Lahaina Civic Center.
Residential return process begins in Lahaina disaster area, first zone identified for reentry
Kaniau Road in Zone 1C will be the first area to be cleared for residential reentry in the Lahaina disaster area, on Monday and Tuesday next week. A vehicle pass will be required for entry, and applications will be distributed on Friday through Sunday at the Lahaina Civic Center during specified hours.
Depo Market to host grand opening celebration of Wailuku storefront, Sept. 23
A month after sustaining the devastating effects of the wildfires that destroyed Lahaina and its neighboring communities, Depo Market– a handcrafted jewelry company employing adults with disabilities, is pleased to announce the official grand opening celebration for their long-awaited storefront location in Wailuku.
MHLA Announces Newly Elected Board of Directors
Along with celebrating the appointed, MHLA also recognized the wildfire relief efforts of its members during the Annual Meeting. Maui’s visitor industry is experiencing a daily economic loss of nearly $13 million a day since the August wildfires.
Chief Pelletier to Maui Police Commission: ‘We saved lives’
Chief John Pelletier told the Maui Police Commission the after-action report about the department’s response to the Maui wildfires will be a “dive into what went right, what went wrong and how can we improve. But it is also going to talk about some of the incredible acts that took place.”
One more victim identified by police six weeks after Lahaina wildfire
The Maui Police Department identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire on Wednesday: Kirk Carter, 44, of Lahaina.
Kahului Post Office hosts Passport Fair, Sept. 30
The Kahului Post Office hosts a Passport Fair from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 30 to help applicants obtain new US passports. The fair is especially timely for those planning holiday 2023 or Spring 2024 travel.
Hui Noʻeau & East Maui Watershed Partnership Present Mālama Wao Akua 2023
Hui No‘eau Visual Arts Center in collaboration with East Maui Watershed Partnership hosts the 19th annual Mālama Wao Akua – a juried art exhibition celebrating the native species of Maui Nui. This special exhibition will be on display in the Hui’s gallery space now through Nov. 3. The gallery is open Tuesday through Saturday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. with free admission.
HIDOE names finalists for the 2024 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education today named 15 complex area teachers of the year and one charter school teacher of the year as finalists for the 2024 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year recognition. Maui finalists are: Kaunakakai Elementary teacher David “Kawika” Gonzales Jr. and Wahieʻe Elementary reading coach Melanie Teraoka.
In wake of Maui wildfires, why it’s important to return your SBA loan application
SBA disaster loans may cover losses that are not fully covered by insurance or other sources. The SBA is the largest source of federal disaster recovery funds for survivors.
HawaiʻiUSA, Maui Oma launch new coffee to help Maui nonprofit, Imua Family Services
HawaiʻiUSA and Maui Oma Coffe Roasting Company created a custom coffee blend named ‘Imua,’ which appeared on store shelves this week. Proceeds from Imua Coffee purchases will go towards the nonprofit Imua Family Services.
County of Maui encourages local businesses to register for free listing on MauiNuiFirst.com
The revamped MauiNuiFirst.com website offers businesses an expanded platform to showcase their products, services and activities.
Four Seasons Resort Maui hosting ‘Love for Lahaina’ culinary pop-up events in October
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea is hosting a new series of “Love for Lahaina” culinary pop-up events in October to support the hospitality industry and farmers who have been directly affected by the wildfires.
Enrollment up significantly at UH Maui College
Enrollment at UH Maui College is up 7.5% over Fall 2022.
Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation awards $300K to support victims of the Maui fires
The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation, Inc. (Takitani Foundation) has awarded grants totaling $300,000 in memory of Mamoru and Aiko Takitani, founders of Hawaiian Host, manufacturer of Hawaiian Host chocolates. Funding will support victims of the Maui fires and include $150,000 to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, $100,000 to Lahaina Hongwanji Mission, and $50,000 to Maui Preparatory Academy.
