Maui News
Deputy Sheriffs arrest two individuals on extradition warrants out of other states
In unrelated incidents, Deputy Sheriffs arrested two individuals in Honolulu this week on extradition warrants out of other states.
Maui median home price down in June, but still more than $1M
Median Sales Price decreased 19.6% to $1,007,000 for single family homes but increased 21.9% to $984,450 for condominium homes, according to the latest report released by the Realtors Association of Maui for June 2023.
June 2023 unemployment rate 3.1% in Maui County
On Maui, the county rate increased to 3.1% in June, compared to 2.5% in May. Maui Island’s unemployment rate was 3.0% in June, up from 2.5% in May. The outer islands of Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi also saw increased rates of 7.0% and 2.0% respectively. Molokaʻi continues to have the state’s highest unemployment, while Lānaʻi has the lowest rate.
US Quarter design unveiled featuring the late US Rep. Patsy Takemoto Mink of Maui
The late US Congresswoman, Patsy Takemoto Mink of Maui, is among five women being featured on a new US quarter design. The design was unveiled this week by the US Mint.
Round Table Pizza debuts new Maui location
Pizza chain, Round Table Pizza, has officially rolled out a new location on Maui, at the Maui Mall Village in Kahului.
Maui nonprofit helps educate arriving visitors on reef health, snorkel tips and sunscreen
MNMRC’s Digital Takeover of baggage claim screens helps visitors treat Maui County with kindness.
Former union officer sentenced to 11 years 8 months for conspiracy, embezzlement
A former union officer was sentenced today in federal court to 140 months imprisonment and three years of supervised release for conspiracy, wire fraud, and embezzlement.
Kīhei Charter School answers question: “Why, Then, Do We Run The Race”
Kepler stresses that the race is not about winning. “The race is about the journey, not about the destination,” she tells her students. “It’s how you grow along the way. Go for your goal, even if you fail. It’s OK to be vulnerable.”
Voluntary recall warning for Tim Heung Yuen Black Melon Seeds due to undeclared allergens
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a voluntary recall by Richin Trading Inc. of its 6- and 12-ounce packages of Tim Heung Yuen Black Melon Seeds distributed to Pacific Supermarket in Waipahū and H Mart in Pearl City. The product is being recalled because it may contain undeclared soy and wheat allergens not listed on the product label.
American Savings Bank launches first-time home buyer program to address housing crisis
American Savings Bankʻs “This is HOME” program offers affordable financing solutions for first time home buyers and is designed to help hardworking kamaʻāina buy a home in Hawaiʻi.
Road Closure: Luakini Street in Lahaina, July 20, 2023 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Maui Department of Water Supply reports that Luakini Street between Dickenson Street and Lahainaluna Road in Lahaina is closed until 12:30 p.m. today. The closure went into effect at 7:30 a.m. Local traffic and emergency vehicles will be permitted while work to repair a service line is conducted.
WATCH: Maui Health offers tips on Senior Fall Prevention
MEDICAL MINUTE: Because of physical changes and health conditions, kūpuna are at increased risk of falling, which can cause serious injury, according to Maui Health. Experts explain, there are things you can do to reduce your risk.
Water Service Outage in Kahului on South Papa Ave.
DWS reports a water service outage in Kahului on S. Papa Ave. between Kea Street and Lalani Circle, including Kunu Place and Hone Street. The service outage is due to a main line repair and affects 30 homes and seven fire hydrants. Work started at 8:30 a.m., and is expected to run until 11:30 a.m. today.
Hōkūleʻa prepares to depart Prince Rupert in Leg 5 journey of Pacific circumnavigation
The Polynesian voyaging canoe, Hōkūleʻa, is expected to depart Prince Rupert in British Columbia today, for a 12-hour sail to Hartley Bay. The Moananuiākea Voyage to circumnavigate the Pacific launched last month. The 41,000 mile journey will take 42-months to complete, and includes stops in 46 countries and archipelagoes.
Hawaiian Telcom celebrates 140 Years of building connections
To commemorate its 140 year milestone, in its anniversary month of August, the company will offer $140,000 in a special round of Digital Equity grants from the Bell Charitable Foundation.
Ka Lima O Maui announces retirement of Operations Director
Ka Lima O Maui, one of Maui’s oldest nonprofit organizations and the largest employer of persons with disabilities in Maui County, announced the retirement of Dan Honma as Director of Operations.
2024 Housing Planning Study field work completed
The data collected will help the Hawaiʻi Housing Finance and Development Corporation and others in the affordable housing community to identify the greatest areas of needs. This will allow HHFDC to make more informed decisions about how to best maximize resources.
‘Calvin’ response assessed; public reminded that Hurricane season runs through Nov. 30
Governor Josh Green, M.D., praised Hawai‘i’s handling of former Tropical Storm Calvin and cautioned that the storm was just the first challenge in a hurricane season that lasts through November.
Visitor pulled unresponsive from beach in South Maui
A visitor died after being pulled unresponsive from waters off Wailea in South Maui on Tuesday, police said. Police say the man was snorkeling when he reportedly lost consciousness and was brought to shore by family and bystanders.
UHMC Associate Professor of STEM and four students back from travel study trip to Nepal
After more than two years of planning, University of Hawai’i Maui College Associate Professor of STEM, Dr. Buddhi Rai, and four of his students went on a once-in-a-lifetime travel study trip to Nepal this summer. The educational objective was to study the physics of high altitude in action.
