Maui News
Maui’s February unemployment rate at 3.2%
Maui County’s non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for February was 3.2%, down from 3.1% in January, and down from 3.5% at the same time last year.
Three sauces sold in Hawaiʻi recalled due to undeclared soy allergen
The company is recalling 60 fl. oz. containers of “Kagome Worcester Sauce,” 10 fl. oz of “Kagome Chuno Sauce,” and 8 g. of “Kagome Take Out Tonkatsu Sauce,” because the package labels do not declare the presence of soy as an allergen.
Maui physician charged with unlawful distribution of controlled substances
A Maui physician has been charged with unlawful distribution of hydrocodone and other controlled substances, according to a criminal complaint and affidavit.
Gov. Green signs first bills into law, relating to felony prosecutions and reproductive rights
Senate Bill 36, resolutely codifies conditions under which felony prosecutions can be initiated within the State of Hawai‘i. Another measure, Senate Bill 1 seeks to provide stronger, clearer protections for reproductive health care services, and increases access to those services.
High-altitude balloons to launch near Waimea
Two high-altitude balloons will be launched near Waimea starting Thursday until Saturday as part of a mission to demonstrate uncrewed stratospheric communication capabilities.
Foodland launches Meals of Aloha with The Salvation Army
The public is invited to join Foodland and The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands in providing meals for those in need through ‘Meals of Aloha’ point of sale program. Now through April 30, Foodland will be accepting in-person monetary and Maikaʻi points donations that will go directly towards supporting Hawaiʻi’s families.
Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death has killed more than 1 million ʻŌhiʻa trees since 2014
The Continued Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Response Act of 2023 authorizes $55 million in federal funding over the next 11 years to support ongoing efforts by federal agencies including the US Geological Survey, US Fish and Wildlife Service, and US Forest Service, working in partnership with state agencies, to help combat ʻŌhiʻa tree death in Hawaiʻi.
Local businesses sought to participate in 2023 Tokyo International Gift Show
Maui Food Technology Center is seeking local businesses interested in showcasing their products during Japan’s largest B2B lifestyle and gift trade show, the Tokyo International Gift Show. This year’s event will be held in Tokyo Big Sight, Tokyo International Exhibition Center Tokyo, Sept. 6-8, 2023.
Gov. Green announces Kūlanihāko‘i High opening agreement
The State and Maui County have entered into a Memorandum of Agreement in which the Department of Education will receive a temporary certificate of occupancy in exchange for the State temporarily agreeing to indemnify the County against theoretical future claims of liability.
Maui Police Department promotes six officers to Sergeant
The Maui Police Department announced the promotion of six officers to the rank of Sergeant. All promotions are scheduled to take effect on April 2, 2023. The promotions include: Chase Bell, James Burkett, Carl Eguia, Jonathan Honda, Frank Kuamoo II and Randy Takayama.
Polynesian Voyaging Society launches a four-year Moananuiākea Voyage
The Polynesian Voyaging Society announced that it will launch a planned circumnavigation of the Pacific upon arrival in Juneau, Alaska on June 10, 2023. PVS spent five years planning for the Moananuiākea Voyage, which will take four years to complete.
Baldwin High School artists selected by Four Seasons Resort Maui for START mentorship
Maui’s Bryceson Gaoiron and Aliyah Englert were awarded the resort’s student artist mentorship for 2023.
Mayor Richard Bissen, Jr. identifies priorities in his first State of the County Address
In his address, Mayor Bissen described work by his administration in priority areas of housing, water, infrastructure, economic development, and environment. He also discussed work to find a resolution surrounding the opening of the long-awaited Kūlanihākoʻi High School in South Maui.
Maui Matsuri accepting entries for Art Contest
The 21st annual Maui Matsuri is now accepting entries for its Art Contest from eligible students who can win up to $100 in cash prizes. The Maui Matsuri Art Contest is sponsored by HouseMart Ben Franklin Crafts Maui.
Maui hotels lead the counties in February 2023 Hawai‘i Hotel Performance Report
Maui County hotels led the rest of the counties throughout the state in the February 2023 Hawaiʻi Hotel Performance Report published by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority with a RevPAR of $465, ADR of $655, and occupancy of 71%.
Council committee accepting East Maui Regional Community Board applications
The East Maui Regional Community Board will appoint the director and set policies for the new East Maui Community Water Authority, which is responsible for a long-range watershed-management plan.
Shark warning signs removed after apparent shark bite incident on Hawaiʻi Island
The DLNR Division of Aquatic Resources took down shark warning signs on Monday at ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay on Hawai‘i Island, following an apparent shark bite incident over the weekend.
Partial road closure on Dickenson Street in Lahaina due to waterline work, March 22
A portion of the westbound lane of Dickenson Street between Waineʻe Street and Honoapiʻilani Highway in Lahaina will be closed Wednesday, March 22 from 8:30 a.m. to noon while work is done on a new water service line.
Maui Council tradition of evening budget meetings returns starting March 30
The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee will hold evening meetings throughout the county to receive community input on the fiscal year 2024 budget from March 30 through April 13.
Mayor is featured speaker at Kula Community Association meeting, March 22
After three years the Kula Community Association will again have an Upcountry community meeting at 7 p.m. on Wednesday March 22 at the Kula Community Center.
