Maui News
State Supreme Court to hear oral arguments in Maui County Council election contest
Lawyers representing both sides hailed the opportunity for oral arguments in a case that questions the outcome of the Wailuku-Waiheʻe-Waikapū residency area seat race between incumbent Alice Lee and challenger Noelani Ahia.
NTSB: witness from another aircraft observed plane impact water off Maui
Based on the NTSB report, the airplane wreckage sank in the “open ocean” in an area known as the Maui Channel, with an estimated water depth of 6,000 ft. “Deep water search and recovery efforts are pending,” according to the agency.
Kīlauea begins erupting, initial flow is confined to Summit caldera
Kīlauea volcano began erupting Thursday afternoon, Jan. 5, following a brief period of increased seismic activity.
Public input sought about adding 100 land parcels to Hawaiʻi nature reserve systems
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Land and Natural Resources is seeking comments on a proposal to protect nearly 100 unencumbered state land parcels across Hawai’i as part of the State Forest Reserves, Natural Area Reserves and Wildlife Sanctuaries systems.
First quarter Hawaiʻi annual business reports due
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs’ Business Registration Division reminds businesses to file their annual business reports.
AAA Hawaiʻi: Gas Prices Hold Steady To Start 2023
In Kahului, the average price of one gallon of regular unleaded gas is $5.05, which is 21 cents lower than last month.
Ke Kula ʻO Piʻilani receives $85,000 from OHA
Independent Hawaiian culture and language immersion school Ke Kula ʻO Piʻilani today announced a grant award totaling $85,000 that will support the Native Hawaiian community through the Office of Hawaiian Affairs Community ‘Ohana Grant.
Maui’s Brandy Nālani McDougall is named Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate for 2022-2025
Mauiʻs Brandy Nālani McDougall has been selected as the next Hawaiʻi State Poet Laureate. She will be the state’s second Poet Laureate, succeeding Kealoha who served from 2012-2022.
MEO Gala to recognize Rep. Kyle Yamashita
Maui Economic Opportunity’s 5th Annual Gala: A Nite At The Movies will be held from 5 to 9 p.m., Saturday, March 25, at the King Kamehameha Golf Club.
Hawaiʻi sees more out-of-state homebuyers; Canadians, Californians purchase on Maui
More out-of-state residents bought Hawaiʻi houses in the first three quarters of last year compared with the same time in previous years, according to a state report.
Man on a mission to raise funds for mental health, completes 164 mile trek around Maui
A man on a mission to raise funds for mental health on Maui, successfully completed a walk around the perimeter of the Valley Isle.
Sentry’s Connected Communities Initiative results in Maui-Wisconsin brewery collab
The new Hula Badger IPA will be available at Koholā Brewery and select retailers on Maui throughout the tournament, and the week following, until supplies last. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Maui United Way and their 39 partner agencies. The 2023 Sentry Tournament of Champions gets underway on Thursday, Jan. 5.
Hawaiʻi Island Police arrest five after large affray in downtown Hilo
At 4:21 p.m. on Wednesday, Central Dispatch received multiple calls reporting a large affray in the area of the 100 block of Kino‘ole Street in which it was reported people were yelling, throwing rocks, and brandishing weapons, including a knife and possibly a rifle.
‘Imi Pono: The Greatest Challenge 2023 focuses on vaping prevention
For the ʻImi Pono: The Greatest Challenge are three categories – slogan, poster/brochure and video – with middle and high school divisions.
Hawaiʻi Life Flight announces return to service
Hawaiʻi Life Flight today announced it is returning to service this week, with crew members returning to service at their personal discretion.
Sen. Schatz’ bill to fund education of Japanese American internment becomes law
The new law will create a $10 million federal grant program to promote education of Japanese American internment.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Jan. 04, 2023
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Jan. 04, 2023. May they rest in peace.
Congressman Case begins fifth full term in the US House
US Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) joined his colleagues in the US House of Representatives for the convening of the two-year 118th Congress (2023-2025).
MEO to benefit from Maui Kuʻia Estate chocolate tastings, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11
The public is invited to taste three flights of Lahaina-grown chocolate while raising funds for Maui Economic Opportunity on Saturdays, Jan. 14 and Feb. 11, 2023.
Maui community collects 1,870 gifts for keiki in need during holiday toy drive
With the overwhelming support of the Maui community, they were able to reach their goal and filled 100% of requests, distributing more than 1,870 toys to keiki in need on Maui, Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi.
