Maui News
Survey asks: What do you want public art to look like in your Maui County district?
A new survey has been released to Maui County residents by the SMALL TOWN * BIG ART initiative. Organizers say public demand led to the creation of a new 501c3 to expand programming into new neighborhoods beyond Wailuku.
Maui Nui Reefs and Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes among projects in Biden-Harris funding for Climate-Ready coasts
An estimated $3.1 million has been allocated to The Coral Reef Alliance for the restoration and strengthening resilience of Maui Nui Reefs. Thereʻs also $804,000 allocated to the Hawaiian Islands Land Trust for the restoration of loʻi kalo at the Waiheʻe Coastal Dunes and Wetlands Refuge on Maui.
Operation Keiki Shield on Maui nets nine arrests
The joint Operation Keiki Shield 17 law enforcement operation netted nine arrests on the island of Maui over a three day effort conducted Friday April 14 through Sunday, April 16, 2023. Two of the individuals identified were non-US citizens from the mainland.
Police say the individuals were arrested on charges related to internet-facilitated sexual offenses against children. All individuasl were being held on $100,000 bail each.
Maui police to conduct Coordinated Agency Emergency Preparedness Exercise in Kīhei
The Department of Education in conjunction with the Maui Police Department will conduct a one-day Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Exercise at the Kīhei Elementary School campus from approximately 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Friday, April 21, 2023.
Rep. Jill Tokuda to host town halls on Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi, Kauaʻi and Kona
US Representative Jill Tokuda (HI-02) announced four additional town hall meetings across Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District to hear from constituents. Tokuda previously held town hall meetings in Hilo, Oʻahu, and Maui. The new meetings are planned on Lānaʻi, Molokaʻi, Kauaʻi and Kona on Hawaiʻi Island.
Maui’s unemployment rate rises to 3.4% in March 2023
Maui’s unemployment rate increased to 3.4% in March of 2023, up from 3.2% in February. When compared to last year, Maui County’s unemployment rate was up from 3.3%, and Maui Island’s rate was up from 3.2%.
Maui Space Surveillance Complex community forum on fuel spill recovery, April 26
A community forum to discuss fuel spill recovery at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex takes place Wednesday, April 26 at 5 p.m. at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College Ka’a’ike room 144 in Kahului.
New online reservation system at ‘Īao on Maui aimed at reducing overcrowding
Reservations are now required for out-of-state visitors and commercial operators at ‘Īao Valley State Monument when the park reopens May 1, 2023.
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association announces Nā Kupuna Event, April 21
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association continues another year in supporting Maui County seniors by hosting the upcoming event, the Spring Nā Kupuna Appreciation Event on Friday, April 21, 2023.
Hōkūleʻa in transit to Alaska; Moananuiākea circumnavigation to launch June 15
After nearly four years at home, Hawaiʻi’s canoe and crew heads off on a journey to circumnavigate the Pacific to engage, connect, learn, inspire and grow the movement to Mālama Honua (care for Island Earth).
Maui Council’s Budget Committee completes deliberations with departments
The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee completed deliberations on the Fiscal Year 2024 Budget with Maui County’s departments and will begin the decision-making process on Friday.
Virtual public meeting for Puʻunēnē Ave. improvements set for May 2
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation will hold a virtual public meeting on proposed improvements to Puʻunēnē Avenue between Wākea Avenue and Kūihelani Highway.
Applications now open to use Lānaʻi Field House for league, school or recreation programs
The county Parks and Recreation Department will be accepting permit applications from Thursday, April 20, to Monday, April 24, for the use of Lānaʻi Field House by leagues, schools and recreation programs.
2023 Maui County Volunteer Heroes honored for giving back
A total of 31 community members were selected as the 2023 Maui County Volunteer Heroes. Individuals were nominated by their respective nonprofit organization for exemplary service in giving back to Maui County.
Water service outage to affect about 100 customers in Pukalani
A water service outage will affect an estimated 100 customers in Pukalani from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. today, Thursday, April 20 while work is done on the County of Maui water system.
Dept. of the AG prevails in federal challenge to COVID-19 emergency proclamations
The US District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi dismissed a federal constitutional challenge to COVID-19 emergency proclamations issued by former Governor David Ige.
Divers across Hawaiʻi to clear coastal waters with #DiveForEarthDay
A statewide dive cleanup event takes place on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22 at 10 locations across the Hawaiian Islands. Maui dive events will be held at Māla Pier at 9:30 a.m., and off of 143 Dickenson Street with Lahaina Divers at 6:45 a.m.
2023 Maui Marathon road closures and traffic delays, Sunday, April 23
Motorists are being alerted of traffic delays and road closures associated with the upcoming Maui Marathon, taking place this Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Flooding forces closure of Piʻilani Highway at Mile 29-31
Piʻilani Highway is closed between MP 29 and 31 near Pahihi Gulch due to flood waters that have made the area unpassable.
Two women cited for illegal take of nēnē during a cat feeding protest
Two women were cited by officers from the state DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Tuesday night during a protest by feral cat activists over feeding stations that are being removed.
