Maui News
Gov. Green signs legislation to support construction of West Maui Hospital
Governor Josh Green, M.D. has signed legislation to expand access to health care on Maui and to uplift career advancement opportunities for health care workers in the state.
Portions of Keōpūolani Park closed until further notice
Keōpūolani Park facilities, including two softball fields, a soccer field, and portions of walking paths and a parking lot, are being closed until further notice due to a structural assessment that determined some of the light towers used to illuminate the field facilities are unsafe.
Top 20 things to do on Maui June 16-21: Make Music Hawaii, comedians Ali Wong and Kevin Nealon, pianists at free synergy concert
The Top 20 things to do on Maui for the week of June 15-21 includes: the iconic Spinners at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center, comedians Ali Wong and Kevin Nealon and a free piano synergy concert. Find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Another monk seal found dead on Oʻahu
Wildlife and enforcement officials have reported yet another monk seal death on Oʻahu. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Office of Law Enforcement responded to a report of a young monk seal, identified as RS48, and also known as Hoʻomau Lehua. The seal was found dead on June 12, 2023, on the North Shore of Oʻahu. NOAA officials say the cause of the seal’s death is currently unknown.
US Coast Guard responds to medical emergency at Molokini Crater
A 70-year-old female passenger was found unresponsive while snorkeling and was quickly brought back onboard the passenger vessel Ocean Odyssey. Although she regained consciousness, a Coast Guard crew on Maui medevaced the woman for further care.
“World’s Toughest Row” connects two national marine sanctuaries across the Pacific Ocean
The rowers will spend June — National Ocean Month — on the Pacific Ocean, rowing to the Hawaiian Islands and finishing their journey in Hanalei Bay, Kaua’i, in the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary.
Rep. Tokuda and Mayor Bissen reveal artwork by Maui student at US Capitol
Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) was joined by Maui Mayor Richard Bissen to reveal artwork from the winner of the US House of Representatives Artistic Discovery Contest from the Second Congressional District, now hanging at the US Capitol.
Water shutdown affecting Makawao, June 14 and 15
Goodfellow Bros. and the County of Maui Department of Water Supply will perform work on the County’s water system on June 14 and 15, 2023, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.
USPS seeks to fill 47 job openings at four Maui post offices; Job Fair Blitz on June 15
The US Postal Service is hosting job fairs on June 15 at the Kahului, Kīhei, Lahaina and Wailuku Post Offices. USPS officials hope to hire 47 new employees to fill positions as clerks and carriers on the Valley Isle.
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maui AMR offers advice for hurricane season in Hawaiʻi
American Medical Response reminds citizens of Maui County to be prepared during hurricane season, which started on June 1, and runs through November.
An Evening with Wooden Wave, artist talk story event, June 22
Small Town * Big Art presents an Evening with Wooden Wave at the Wailuku Public Library on June 22, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. The event is free. RSVP is available online.
The MACC Presents Kumu Kahua Theatre’s production of Folks You Meet At Longs
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents Kumu Kahua Theatre’s production of Folks You Meet At Longs, July 22-23 at the McCoy Studio Theater. Tickets go on sale Tuesday, June 13 at 10 a.m.
Community review sought for Maui MPO’s Public Participation Plan
The community is requested to provide comments on an updated draft of Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Public Participation Plan and is invited to a virtual presentation and public meeting via Zoom. Two meetings will be available: Tuesday, June 13, 2023 at 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at 12 p.m.
Rodriguez and Larson win in playoff at 2023 Kā‘anapali Pro-Pro Championship
Propelled by back-to-back rounds of 65 on Royal Kā‘anapali, Nanea Golf Club’s Juan Rodriguez and Hunter Larson defeated Kapalua Golf Academy’s Ben Hongo and Douglas Bohn in the first playoff hole to win the 2023 Kā‘anapali Pro-Pro Championship Presented by Golf Concepts.
Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation awards 6 scholarships to Maui students
The Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation has awarded 2023 scholarships to six outstanding Maui students. Each recipient was awarded a $2,500 scholarship for their college or university expenses.
First Pāʻu Queen in 10 years rides Kamehameha Day in Lahaina, June 17
The 2023 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade and Hoʻolauleʻa will host a Pāʻū Queen for the first time in 10 years this Saturday, June 17, 2023, event organizers said. As the longest running event in West Maui, the parade will showcase eight pāʻū units, decorated vehicles and floats by Maui’s businesses and nonprofits, and will be led by the Royal Order of Kamehameha.
VIDEO: Kīlauea lava fountains remain about 30 feet high
The agency reports that lava fountain heights have decreased since the eruption onset on June 7, but remain up to about 30 feet high.
MEDB’s Annual Ke Alahele Education Fund Dinner, Aug. 19
Maui Economic Development Board, Inc. announced the return of the Ke Alahele Education Fund Benefit Dinner & Auction, themed “Pathways to Our Future.” The event will take place on Aug. 19, 2023, at the Wailea Beach Resort–Marriott. The evening will commence with a reception and silent auction at 4:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 p.m.
All Department of Parks and Recreation pools on Maui to close half day Tuesday
All County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation pools on the island of Maui will be closed half day from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 13, for staff hazmat training. Pools will reopen from 12:30 to 4 p.m. that day.
