Maui News
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.
Volcano Watch: Comparing crises—Mauna Loa 1984 vs 2022
Mauna Loa’s recent eruption is still fresh in the minds of Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists and Island of Hawai‘i residents. Now is a good time to reflect on this event, especially in comparison to the one 38 years before it.
Pedestrian struck by a vehicle in Kahului Sunday night remains in critical condition
A 30-year-old Kahului man sustained critical life-threatening injuries after he was struck by a vehicle while crossing the roadway on West Kaemhameha Ave. in Kahului, Maui on Sunday night.
Gov. Green signs first proclamation in Hawaiian to ‘Aha Pūnana Leo
Since ‘Aha Pūnana Leo started 40 years ago in 1983, its founders and board of directors have demonstrated a vision of “E Ola Ka ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i” (the Hawaiian language shall live on) to lay a foundation for school systems and communities to carry out their everyday life in ‘ōlelo Hawai‘i.
Senate committees vote to advance adult-use cannabis legislation in Hawaiʻi
The bill seeks to legalize, regulate, and tax cannabis and other related products intended for responsible adult use.
Molly Picklum and Filipe Toledo Win Hurley Pro Sunset Beach
Molly Picklum (AUS) and Filipe Toledo (BRA) won the Hurley Pro Sunset Beach, the second stop on the World Surf League 2023 Championship Tour, in six-to-eight foot waves Sunday at Sunset Beach on the North Shore of Oʻahu.
Silversword recovery effort sprouting on Maunakea
The University of Hawaiʻi reports that silversword seeds first sown at the CMS greenhouse at the Halepōhaku mid-level facility in February 2022 sprouted into more than 100 seedlings under the care of CMS staff and are currently 3-7 inches tall. Plans are to outplant the silversword in a fenced enclosure within the Maunakea Forest Reserve.
Kaiser mental health therapists in Hawaiʻi vote to ratify contract, ending 172-day strike
Kaiser mental health therapists in Hawaiʻi voted overwhelmingly Saturday to ratify a new three-year contract, effectively ending a 172-day strike–the longest by mental health care workers in US history, according to union representatives.
President Biden reflects on Day of Remembrance of Japanese American incarceration
President Joe Biden issued a statement today marking the 81st anniversary of the signing of Executive Order 9066, which paved the way for the unjust incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II.
Homestead leaders elect new governing council chair
The Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations (SCHHA) elected KipuKai Kualii, a waitlist native Hawaiian from Kauaʻi to chair the SCHHA Governing Council. The council expressed aloha and gratitude to its departing chairperson of the last eight years, Robin Puanani Danner.
New Maui manapua shop Happy Opu hopes Hawaiʻi comfort food brings family, friends together
The leader of Maui’s new manapua shop — Happy Opu — takes the snack very seriously. After all, the savory or sweet treat is one of the main comfort foods to come from Hawai’i’s ethnic and cultural melting pot.
E Ola Ka ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi! Community event at QKC celebrates Hawaiian Language Month
In recognition of Mahina ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i (Hawaiian Language Month), community organizations hosted Ola Ka ʻĪ Maui Nui at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center on Maui, Saturday.
Hawaiian Electric achieves 32% renewable energy in 2022
Aided by new grid-scale and rooftop solar capacity, Hawaiian Electric achieved a 32% consolidated renewable portfolio standard (RPS) in 2022.
