Maui News
Pentagon official embarrassed by Haleakalā fuel spill on Maui; contract secured for excavation
A contract has been secured to excavate the contaminated soil around a generator at the summit of Haleakalā where an estimated 700 gallons of diesel fuel spilled at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex late last month.
A Pentagon official flew in to Maui on Wednesday, apologizing for the incident, and expressing embarrassment by the fact that it occurred.
Full story by Wendy Osher at mauinow.com.
Maui County leads Hawaiʻi Hotel Performance Report in January 2023
Maui County hotels led the state in the latest Hotel Performance Report for January 2023, with RevPAR of $429, ADR of $635, and occupancy of 67.6%.
Governor nominates Kali Watson to lead Department of Hawaiian Homelands
Gov. Josh Green nominated Kali Watson to reprise his roles as state Director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and as chairperson of the Hawaiian Homes Commission.
Earthjustice files lawsuit to protect sea turtles, sharks, whales
Earthjustice filed suit today on behalf of the Conservation Council for Hawai‘i and native Hawaiian cultural practitioner Mike Nakachi seeking protection of a host of threatened and endangered Pacific Ocean species from harm.
The Nature Conservancy selects Emily Fielding as Hawaiʻi Marine Conservation director
Fielding helped establish efforts to strengthen and accelerate co-management, including the Maui Nui Makai Network, the ‘Opihi Partnership, Hui O Ka Wai Ola, and Maui Hikina Huliamahi.
New research shows humpbacks widespread in Papahānaumokuākea
For years, it was commonly thought that humpback whales did not have a presence in the Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Monument, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association. That changed in 2006, when scientists recorded a whale song remotely, but not much was known about abundance at the time A new paper reports an abundance of […]
Hawaiian Electric promotes Decker as director of community, government affairs on Maui
Hawaiian Electric announced the promotion of Shayna (Coleon) Decker to director of government and community affairs for Maui County.
500 healthcare workers at Maui Health System begin strike today over pay
Nearly 500 frontline healthcare workers at Maui Health System are set to begin a strike today amid a dispute in pay and failed contract negotiations.
Maui Entertainment, Arts, Community, Feb. 23 – March 1
For a list of upcoming events, concerts, shows and entertainment for Feb. 23 – March 1, find our comprehensive listing HERE.
Wailea Golf Club pros honored by Aloha Section PGA
Wailea Golf Club professionals Marcus Judge, PGA, and Michael Taylor, PGA, received the Aloha Section PGA’s 2022 Player Development and Assistant Golf Professional of the Year awards, respectively.
Grounded yacht at Honolua leaked fuel, damaged coral; Removal could take days
The US Coast Guard federalized the vessel on Tuesday, which means the yacht cannot be moved until all fuel, batteries, and any other pollutants on board are removed. That process may involve a helicopter and is expected to take at least through Wednesday, according to a DLNR news release.
DOH launches campaign saying tobacco industry targeted marketing tactics in Hawaiʻi
According to the DOH, the tobacco industry spends an estimated $26 million on marketing in Hawai‘i each year; more than triple the amount the state spends on tobacco prevention and control programs.
ʻIo research expected to provide new insights on the range, behaviors of the Hawaiian hawk
‘Io research is being conducted by the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife and San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance and is giving conservationists new insights into the majestic birds’ range and behaviors. This is expected to help better plan for future release sites of the ʻalalā (Hawaiian crow) back into the wild on Maui and Hawaiʻi Island.
Hale Makua thanks special guests for participation in Valentine’s Day Pageant
Hale Makua Kahului held its annual Valentine’s Day pageant for residents last week, but this year six lucky Hale Makua residents competing for the coveted “Miss Hale Makua Valentine 2023” title were escorted down the aisle by officers from the Maui Police Department.
Update: Salvage plan in development for grounded luxury yacht
The owners of the luxury yacht Nakoa have hired a private contractor to salvage the vessel which grounded nearshore at Honolua Bay early on Sunday, state officials with the Department of Land and Natural Resources report.
County issues emergency permit for removal of private yacht grounded at Honolua Bay
The County of Maui issued an emergency permit to assist in the removal of a private charter yacht that went aground on rocks in the area of Honolua Bay, officials said. The action comes after attempts to remove the vessel during high tide Monday afternoon failed.
Hawaiʻi’s first Sonic restaurant on Maui opens to crowd — and repeat first customer
Hawai’i’s first Sonic restaurant opened today in Kahului to crowds of people, a performance by Sonic owner and award-winning Maui musician Glenn Awong of Maoli, a debut of the chain’s Hawai’i-only teriyaki burger — and new local celebrity Frank Barbosa. Barbosa, who’s from Maui, gained popularity in 2020 when he was first in line at Jollibee’s opening in Kahului. Since then, he’s been first in line at subsequent fast-food openings Chick-fil-A, Raising Cane’s and now Sonic. “I’m 4-0,” Barbosa said.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Feb. 20, 2023
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Feb. 20, 2023. May they rest in peace.
Open House on the Halau of ʻOiwi Art project in Wailuku, Feb. 27
An informational Open House on the Hawaiian cultural center in Wailuku, called “Hālau of ʻŌiwi Art,” will be held on Monday, Feb. 27, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Maui Academy of Performing Art’s Promenade Food Court located at 2050 Main Street in Wailuku.
Vessel runs aground at Honolua Bay on Maui
A vessel has run aground at Honolua Bay on Maui, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Aquatic Resources has confirmed.
