Maui News
Gov. Green appoints Daniel Gluck to Intermediate Court of Appeals
Gov. Josh Green today announced the appointment of Daniel Gluck as an Associate Judge for the Intermediate Court of Appeals. Gluck fills the vacancy due to the elevation of the former Associate Judge Karen T. Nakasone to the position of Chief Judge of the Intermediate Court of Appeals in July 2025.
Maui Tennis Juniors compete in 18U International Tennis tournament
Maui junior tennis players recently competed in the first-ever International Tennis Federation (ITF) 18-and-under tournament held on Maui.
UH: Study about complex shapes of reefs helps guide cutting-edge restoration
Marine scientists are creating geometric reef modules that mimick the intricate designs coral and oyster reefs to maximize survival.
New research reshapes timeline for one of earliest chapters in human history
A study confirms that Homo erectus, the direct ancestor of modern humans, appeared in Yunxian, China 1.7 million years ago, about 600,000 years earlier than previous studies indicated.
Maui junior athlete, Victoria Hansen, excels in both tennis and baseball
One of Maui’s brightest young athletes, Victoria Hansen, continues to excel on both the tennis court and on the baseball field. At just 12 years old, Hansen has earned her place among the Top US Tennis Association players in the State of Hawaiʻi for the 12-and-under division, firmly establishing herself as one of Maui’s most accomplished young tennis players.
Hundreds honor life, legacy of beloved kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole
Esteemed kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole, whose life’s work transformed Native Hawaiian cultural traditions globally, was honored in a traditional Hawaiian ceremony, underscoring her far-reaching influence in hula and Hawaiian values.
Nighttime closures on Honoapiʻilani Highway in Ukumehame
From 10 p.m., Friday, Feb. 27 to 3:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 28, there will be intermittent holds of traffic of around 10 minutes on the highway in Ukumehame. The traffic holds will allow crews to replace and adjust the barriers on the makai shoulder of the highway.
Two recruits graduate, joining the ranks of the Maui Ocean Safety division
Two recruits joined the ranks of the County of Maui Ocean Safety Officers during a graduation ceremony on Friday. Kelson Lau and Kevin Smallwood completed the 12-week-long training program that covered not only an extensive variety of ocean rescue skills, but also Emergency Medical Responder and CPR skills, ATV/UTV and RWC operation, and communication protocols.
2nd Annual Huakaʻi Awards celebrates Hawaiʻi architects and builders
Among this year’s Huakaʻi Awards honorees is David Sellers who is credited with helping to mobilize resources and advocate for families facing loss following the 2023 Lahaina wildfire.
Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr. to present 2026 State of the County Address on March 5 at Castle Theater
The community is invited to attend the 2026 State of the County Address, which will be presented by Mayor Richard T. Bissen, Jr. from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 5, at Maui Arts and Cultural Center’s Castle Theater. Doors open at 4 p.m.
Maui Flood Advisory canceled, Flood Watch continues until 6 p.m.
The Flood Advisory for the island of Maui was canceled at 1:29 p.m. A Flood Watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. for Kahoʻolawe, Lānaʻi, Maui, and Molokaʻi.
TSA PreCheck available at Hawaiʻi airports; Global Entry lanes closed until further notice
TSA PreCheck remains available at Hawai‘i airports. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has been advised by US Customs and Border Protection that the Global Entry lanes are closed until further notice.
Special Weather Statement for Kīpahulu, East Maui: strong thunderstorm through 7 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement for Kīpahulu in East Maui until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026. The system is brining wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa announces lineup for 3rd Annual Nashville Nights Songwriter Series in 2026
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa announces the return of its popular Nashville Nights songwriter series, unveiling a thoughtfully curated lineup of celebrated country artists and singer-songwriters who will bring the art of storytelling from Music City to Maui’s oceanfront stage for the third consecutive year.
New UH Mānoa microsites encourage international student applicants in their language
Prospective international students can now learn about the world-class education and unique opportunities at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa in their own language.
Schatz secures $2M earmark for new Pu‘uhonua O Waiʻanae homeless village
US Sen. Brian Schatz of Hawai‘i secured $2 million in congressionally directed spending, also known as an earmark, in this year’s appropriations deal for construction of the new Puʻuhonua O Waiʻanae homeless village. The funding will be used to construct water, sewer and road infrastructure for the permanent supportive site that will house 250 homeless individuals and provide wraparound services.
Lahainaluna Agricultural Learning Center and Treecovery forge new partnership
Recently, more than 30 students participated in planting 15 trees and transplanting over 100 saplings, which will be cared for by agricultural students until they are ready to be donated to homeowners engaged in rebuilding efforts.
Maui 5K celebrates 15 years on March 1
Maui Ocean Center will present the 15th annual Maui 5K from 7 to 9 a.m. Sunday, March 1. Online registration, including new youth rates for ages 5 to 17, ends Feb. 26.
Closing pule marks completion of Lahaina wildfire debris transfer to permanent site
The County of Maui marked the completion of Lahaina wildfire debris transfer with a pule at the Permanent Disposal Site in Central Maui.
South Maui community town hall on budget priorities, Feb. 24
Council Member Tom Cook will host a South Maui community town hall on Feb. 24 at 6 p.m. at the Malcolm Center to gather input on the council’s budget priorities.
