Maui News
Hawaiʻi House adjourns, prioritizes financial relief and support of local families
The Hawaiʻi House of Representatives officially adjourned sine die on Thursday, marking the end of the 32nd legislative session. Throughout the past four months, House leaders said the chamber made significant progress on the priority areas of affordable housing, financial relief for low-income families, mental health services, and protecting Hawaiʻi’s natural resources.
Mayor declares May Community Action Month
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen declared May Community Action Month in Maui County and recognized the county’s Community Action Agency, Maui Economic Opportunity.
State announces distribution of payment from $141M settlement with Intuit
Consumers who were “deceived” by TurboTax’s owner Intuit Inc. into paying for free tax services will begin receiving checks from a multi-million multi-state settlement. Up to 15,904 Hawaiʻi consumers who were impacted, will receive checks in the mail. Most consumers are expected to receive between $29 and $30.
Lawmakers announce passage of bills to help end traffic fatalities
Lawmakers were joined by families of victims, school leaders, and community advocacy groups to announce the passage of key bills that will help end traffic fatalities on our streets. The action comes following multiple traffic fatalities near schools this year.
Maui Fire Department to close lane fronting Kahului Station on Friday, May 12
The Maui Fire Department announced the temporary closure of the road fronting the Kahului Fire Station (200 Dairy Road, Kahului) on Friday, May 12, 2023 from 8 a.m. to noon.
Maui County Office on Aging in Wailuku to close briefly for May 5 event
The county’s Office on Aging in Wailuku will be closed to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 5, for the 54th Maui County Outstanding Older American Recognition Awards event. It will reopen from 2 to 4:30 p.m. that day.
Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool in Wailuku to close briefly May 5 for swim test
The Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool in Wailuku will be closed from 9 a.m. to noon Friday, May 5, for a swim test that’s part of pool guard recruitment, the county Department of Parks and Recreation announced. The pool will reopen from 1 to 4 p.m. that day for lap and recreational training.
2023 Hawaiʻi and National Youth Poet Laureate selected during Maui event
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center announced the selection of Corina Yi as Hawaiʻi’s third Youth Poet Laureate. She is a high school senior at Oʻahu’s Mililani High School. As part of the event, the National Youth Poet Laureate was also named, Salome Agbaroji of Los Angeles representing the Western Region.
Maui student honored with first annual Honsador $5,000 scholarship
A Maui student has been selected as the winner of the first annual Honsador Lumber $5,000 scholarship. Kaitlin Kitagawa, a senior from King Kekaulike High School, was hand-selected for the award by committee members for her academic excellence, community involvement, and extracurricular activities.
Kamehameha Schools Maui students paint a mural with a message at Kahului Airport
Students say the mural was created with the hopes that visitors and residents alike properly treat the land and water with respect and understand its importance.
The ‘ōlelo no’eau (Hawaiian Proverb) that is on the mural reads, “I ola ‘oe, i ola mākou nei”, “My life is dependent on yours; your life is dependent on mine.”
R&B legends The Spinners in concert at Maui’s Castle Theater, June 15
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents in concert The Spinners, the legendary R&B group and one of the iconic voices of Philadelphia soul at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 15 in Castle Theater.
Maui police provide update on fatal shooting on Molokaʻi
*WARNING/GRAPHIC CONTENT: Maui police released body camera images from a deadly shooting reported Sunday on Molokaʻi. Over the course of about three minutes, officers are heard instructing the suspect over 70 times to drop a machete, and 29 times to move back. The man, later identified as 40-year-old Nathaniel Naki, was holding a two foot machete during the confrontation.
MEO Abilities Fair for persons with disabilities, May 12
The fourth Maui Economic Opportunity Abilities Awareness Fair, which will provide information about services for persons with disabilities and promote better awareness about living with a disability, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, May 12, at the Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center.
Ritz-Carlton Kapalua offers Mother’s Day brunch, spa treatments, shopping
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is offering a decadent brunch, spa treatments, and shopping options for families looking to show their appreciation on Motherʻs Day.
Grand Wailea hosts special Mother’s Day Brunch, May 14
Grand Wailea hosts a special Mother’s Day Brunch at their signature indoor-outdoor dining venue, ‘Ikena, on Sunday, May 14th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hawaiʻi gets $3M to expand affordable housing for low-income households
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) today announced that Hawai‘i will receive $3 million to improve and expand affordable housing for low-income households across the state.
Māhū Magic celebrates diversity at Native Hawaiian convention
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement is hosting Māhū Magic, a professional drag show, during its Inaugural Western Regional Native Hawaiian Convention in Las Vegas.
Fairmont Kea Lani announces Aspiring Chef Scholarship Dinner
Carrying on the legacy of the late Chef Tylun Pang, Fairmont Kea Lani announces a two-night celebration of culinary past, present and future – benefitting Maui’s aspiring chefs.
Gov. Green introduces kauhale concept to a global audience
Gov. Green the only physician governor in the country, spoke on the importance of treating behavioral health as primary healthcare, as well as addressing homelessness through humane methods such as developing tiny homes. He also emphasized the need for healthcare reform to increase efficiency and accessibility for all.
Salvage begins of grounded vessel near culturally significant birthing stone in Lahiana
Salvage of the grounded vessel, Kuuipo, began today with the placement of large sandbags between the boat and the Hauola stone (birthing stone), located less than eight-feet away.
