Maui News
Maui Ocean Center celebrates Earth Day with $10 admission for kamaʻāina
Maui Ocean Center will celebrate Earth Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, with family-friendly fun including face painting, interactive games with prizes and ocean-themed activities led by marine naturalists.
St. Anthony School to host 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa, June 24, 2023
St. Anthony School in Wailuku, Maui welcomes home its alumni for the school’s 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa. Graduates will be honored on Saturday, June 24, from 5-10 p.m., on Sullivan Field fronting the campus.
Study suggests Molokini is being “overused”
Overall, the team’s findings suggest that “Molokini is being overused, and that management is needed to improve not only ecosystem health but the visitor experience,” said Russell Sparks, DLNR Aquatic Biologist.
38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run on three islands
Three islands will participate in the 38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run, happening Friday, April 21 on Moloka’i, Saturday, April 22 on Lānaʻi, and Friday, April 28 on Maui.
Kamp Kāohi on Moloka‘i trains youth leaders, offers fun activities
The goal of the camp was to build youth leaders in their school and community for the prevention of harmful behaviors. The camp also was an opportunity to recruit youth for the Kāohi after-school and spring- and summer-break programs.
Full Senate passes draft budget; includes funds for Maui jail and UHMC health center
The bill includes the addition of 3 permanent positions and $98,500 in FY24 and $200,250 in FY25 for Maui College’s health center. House Bill 300, House Draft 1, Senate Draft 1 now moves back to the House for further consideration.
$2,000 raised for Nā Hale O Maui at Poggenpohl Kitchens event
More than $2,000 was raised for the nonprofit Nā Hale O Maui during a fundraising event hosted by Poggenpohl Kitchens at The Shops at Wailea on Tuesday. Nā Hale O Maui is a community land trust that aims to help to create affordable and workforce housing for Maui residents.
Economic development grant funds efforts to increase Maui facilities-engineering workforce
“Our goal is to provide high-quality, hands-on experience to the next generation of engineers while also addressing the shortage of skilled workers in the industry and providing a path for Maui Youth to stay home,” said Rich Sato, executive director of the Maui Facilities and Engineering Leadership Council.
Update/Resolved: Lahaina restaurant reopens following complaint over lack of hot water
A follow up inspection was conducted on Thursday, and the old unit had been replaced with a much larger 200-gallon water heater with direct plumbing to the dishwashing machine.
Call for entries for 2023 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade
The 2023 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, 2023, celebrating the theme “E ala e nā kini o ka ʻāina!” – Arise all people of the land! The deadline to submit an application is May 26, 2023.
Lahaina Banyan Tree celebrates 150th anniversary, April 22
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation will commemorate the Lahaina Banyan Tree’s 150th anniversary with a birthday party at the historic site on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
State seeks removal of feral cat feeding stations because of negative impacts on nēnē
The DLNR has directed the removal of cat-feeding stations located at a Hawai’i Island shopping center, following complaints that the endangered Hawai‘i state bird, the nēnē (Hawaiian goose), are being negatively impacted by the consumption of cat food and close contact with feral cats.
High school students get close look at crime work at MPD Forensic Facility
Students from King Kekaulike High School’s forensics class received an up close look at crime work at the Maui Police Department’s Forensic Facility this week.
Imua Family Services Partners with ʻOhana Fuels’ “Fuel Up. Do Good.” program
Throughout the months of April, May and June, every purchase of gasoline at an ʻOhana Fuels location on Maui will help support Imua Family Services’ Camp Imua program as part of its “Fuel Up. Do Good.” program.
19th Annual Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem to draw more than 400 participants
Pro surfer, Ian Walsh of Maui hosts the 19th Annual Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem at Ho’okipa Beach Park, May 13-14, 2023.
ʻĪao Valley State Monument remains closed, reopening postponed until further notice
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources issued an update saying the reopening of ʻĪao Valley State Monument is postponed until further notice.
Kamaʻāina Nights at QKC features Streetlight Candence, Desmond Yap, and Maui Waena ʻUkulele Band
The Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center announces a lineup of weekend events including Kamaʻāina Nights on Friday, April 21, and a hula themed Keiki Club on Saturday, April 22 in honor of Merrie Monarch.
Annual Healthy Kids Day at Maui Family YMCA, Saturday, April 29
The Maui Family YMCA hosts its annual Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., located at 250 Kanaloa Ave in Kahului.
Travelers alerted of busy airports as thousands travel to Merrie Monarch Festival
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is alerting travelers of busy times at airports as thousands ascend to Hawai‘i Island for the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival.
Hawaiʻi House lawmakers approve 77 Senate bills before second crossover deadline
Key measures passed by the House today include bills relating to electronic smoking devices, child welfare services, a state telework pilot monitoring system, firearms, and destination management in Hawaiʻi.
