Maui News
Phase II response work begins at fuel spill site atop Haleakalā
Phase two of the spill response efforts at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex began on June 20, 2023. This comes after 700 gallons of diesel fuel spilled at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex Jan. 29 into Jan. 30, 2023.
Back-to-School Supply Drives for Maui kids in need, through July 21
Maui County Federal Credit Union hosts school supply drives at its branches in Kahului, Lahaina and Wailuku from June 20 until July 21, 2023. These events are in partnership with The Salvation Army’s annual Adopt a Backpack program which provides backpacks filled with school supplies for Maui’s children in need.
Potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination prompts voluntary recall of specific frozen fruit products
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Food and Drug Branch is warning residents of a voluntary recall by Sunrise Growers Inc., of specific frozen fruit products sold in Hawaiʻi, because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.
Hawaiʻi gas prices third highest in US
Although gas prices have not seen much fluctuation in the past week, Hawaiʻi now has the third most expensive gas prices in the US after Washington state.
Gov. Green signs 13 bills to increase access to health care, wellness
“As a state, we need to be compassionate and focus on harm reduction,” said Governor Green of SB671. “It is important to legalize fentanyl test strips, because fentanyl is 80 times more powerful than morphine, and it’s being laced into other drugs and people are dying. If we can save lives, we should.”
Māʻalaea history book now available at Maui Ocean Treasures
A new book by Maui author, historian and conservation advocate Lucienne de Naie is now available at Maui Ocean Treasures, the gift store at Maui Ocean Center.
Hawaiʻi Alpha Delta Kappa announces Maui 2023 scholarship recipients
Hawaiʻi Alpha Delta Kappa, Gamma Chapter announced eight 2023 scholarship recipients on Maui, and a ninth who won the organization’s state award.
2023 Makawao Rodeo Parade returns with Country Concert to follow
The Makawao Rodeo Parade is back after a three-year hiatus due to the pandemic. The parade features mounted and walking units, classic cars, and the 2023 Parade Grand Marshal is Donna Otsuka.
Great Snail Bail: 8,000 rare Hawaiian land snails moved to larger lab
Thousands of rare, threatened and endangered Hawaiian snails were moved from their home at a trailer in Kailua to a new, lab facility in Pearl City Thursday morning, in a transfer that caretakers have dubbed, “The Great Snail Bail.”
Maui Humane Society names Dr. Lisa M. Labrecque as new CEO
The Board of Directors of Maui Humane Society announced the appointment of Dr. Lisa M. Labrecque, DVM, as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer. She will start work at the shelter in Puʻunēnē on July 19, 2023.
Summer Break Teen Financial Literacy Workshop offered on Maui
Maui Economic Opportunity’s popular Teen Financial Literacy Workshop will be held in-person July 10 and 11 at MEO in Wailuku.
$4M NASA grant to help UH researchers develop new sensors to observe distant planets
This new mission aims to unambiguously identify and classify about 25 Earth-like exoplanets to determine if they possess atmospheres suitable for life. The UH team will provide the sensors for that project.
Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers Board elects new Chair, Helen “Kit” Hart
Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Centers announced the election of Helen “Kit” Hart as new Board Chair during the nonprofit’s annual board of directors meeting held Tuesday at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Whale Trust and Koholā Brewery announce new Summer Speaker Series
Whale Trust and Koholā Brewery are joining forces to present the return of Breaches & Brews Science nights. The series returns on a monthly basis, starting July 5, 2023.
Hōkūleʻa’s crew joins launch of Angoon’s first traditional canoe in more than 100 years
The crew of Hōkūleʻa joined the Alaska Native community of Angoon, or Xutsnoowú Ḵwáan, on Monday, June 19, 2023, for the launch of its first traditional dugout canoe, or yaakw, in 140 years.
Gov. Green signs bills that seek to increase affordable housing, reduce homelessness
Governor Josh Green, M.D., signed several bills that seek to expand access to affordable housing and provide much-needed assistance to families and individuals who might be at risk of becoming homeless.
Maui Film Festival announces 2023 honorees and film slate
The festival honors: Annie Gonzalez, starring as ‘Judy Montañez’ in Flamin’ Hot, with the Rising Star Award; and Yara Shahidi, starring as ‘Tinker Bell’ in Disney’s live action film Peter Pan & Wendy, will receive the Shining Star Award.
County of Maui seeking public input for future Kehalani Mauka Park improvements
Improvements for the approximately 13-acre Kehalani Mauka Park in Wailuku could include walking paths, trees, benches, pavilions, and other features to enhance the park for the public to use. An open house takes place July 1 from 8-11 a.m.
Five Maui Police Department Lieutenants promoted to Captains
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of five Lieutenants to the rank of Captain. All promotions took effect on June 16, 2023. Promotions include Captains: Terence Gomez, Nelson Hamilton, Bryan Manlapao, Joy Medeiros, and Clifton Perreira.
Committee to discuss Maui general excise tax surcharge, June 26
The Maui County Council’s Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee will meet Monday at 6 p.m. to discuss and receive input on Bill 49 (2023)—which, if approved, would add a 0.5% surcharge on the 4% state general excise tax.
