Maui News
Search continues for missing California man off ‘Anini Beach on Kauaʻi
A multi-agency search continues for a missing California man who was apparently swept out to sea while swimming at ‘Anini Beach on Kauaʻi.
Pauly Shore bringing comedy to Hawaiʻi’s shores; MACC show slated for Jan. 5
Comedian Pauly Shore is coming to Hawaiʻi’s shores for standup comedy shows, including a performance at 7 p.m.. Jan. 5 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s McCoy Studio Theater.
Commercial activities to resume at Hanauma Bay on Jan. 4, 2023
Entry for licensed motor vehicle carriers, commonly referred to as tour vehicles, and permitted scuba/snorkel guides will once again be allowed in the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve beginning next year.
Maui County Council sets meeting Jan. 2 to decide chair, committees and other items
Maui County Council will hold an organizational meeting to establish its officers and standing committees, adopt procedural rules and appoint staff for the 2023-2025 term at 2 p.m. Jan. 2, according to a news release.
List: Maui lane closures through Dec. 30
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Dec. 26, 2022
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Dec. 26, 2022. May they rest in peace.
Honokōwai Beach project by resort group aims to restore shoreline after severe erosion
A group of hotel landowners is saying it’s a race against time to restore and preserve Honokōwai Beach in West Maui, a popular spot for beachgoers, shoreline fisherman, spear fishers, divers, snorkelers, swimmers, surfers and paddlers.
Kaiser contributes to food banks in Hawaiʻi with farm fresh produce
An estimated 10,000 residents will benefit from the produce that otherwise might have been wasted.
Advisory-level Christmas Day surf rolls in on north, west shores for parts of Maui County
A high-surf advisory for the north-facing shore of Maui and the north- and west-facing shores of Moloka’i remains in effect through 6 a.m. Monday.
Volcano Watch: Earthquakes, Beyond the counts
Often, the earliest signs of volcanic unrest, before lava is seen, are provided by earthquake activity occurring deeper within the Earth than where other volcano monitoring capabilities can reach.
The fan experience: 2023 Sentry Tournament of Champions has something for everyone
“From exclusive food offerings to the best views in golf, attending the Sentry Tournament of Champion is a celebration of Maui and offers an experience for every fan,” according to tournament organizers.
Kaunoa Senior Services announces January classes
Kaunoa Senior Services announces its January virtual classes, for seniors 55 years of age and older, to help Maui County kūpuna start a vibrant New Year. All classes are available online via Zoom.
Kīhei hunter, school cafeteria manager helps families by providing Maui deer donations
For Kīhei resident Philip “Uncle Buzz” Burton, giving happens around the year — not just during Christmastime. Burton, 59, hunts invasive axis deer on private farms and donates the deer to families and individuals. After all, the biggest joy is helping others, he said. “When I started giving away the meat, I saw the joy on people’s faces that they can feed their family,” Burton said. “They are just happy as a clam. So I do it because of the joy that it gives. And I really love the meat.”
Maui MPO releases draft Transportation Improvement Program Revision No. 8
The Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization, Policy Board released draft Revision No. 8 to its federal fiscal years 2022-2025 Transportation Improvement Program for public comment. The draft may be reviewed online.
Haleakalā National Park cell service, facilities still limited in wake of storm
Operations and facilities within the summit district of Haleakalā National Park remain limited due to impacts from the recent storm, according to a news release issued today.
Upcountry’s Thai Mee Up food truck gets closed by DOH when about 25 roaches found
During a routine inspection Dec. 22, the DOH inspector observed about 25 roaches in “various life stages” throughout the food truck, including on a shelf above the service window, beneath frying plans, in a to-go container and on the floor, according to a news release issued today.
DOCARE recruits donate gifts for Toys for Tots
The 42 men and women of recruit class 22-01 took time out of their training schedules to collect more than 80 new toys, books, or games for the annual Toys for Tots toy drive.
Survey: Visitor satisfaction in Hawaiʻi continues upward trend, rivals pre-pandemic levels
Overall satisfaction among visitors from Hawai‘i’s primary North American markets has continued its upward trend since the beginning of the year to rival pre-pandemic levels, state officials said.
Second Circuit Family Court Shares the Joy of Reading
Keiki in the rural areas of Maui County are being given the gift of reading when attending Family Court proceedings thanks to donations from the Hilary Clinton Reading Foundation and Penguin Books.
2023 Maui Songwriters Festival, Jan. 15-17 in Wailea
The Grand Wailea Maui-A Waldorf Astoria Resort and Sony Music Publishing Nashville presents an all-star lineup for the 2023 Maui Songwriters Festival, Jan. 15-17, 2023.
