Maui News
Duckine Restaurant partners with chef, Maui Cookie Lady for sweet & spicy treat
Duckine Restaurant in Lahaina is teaming up with award-winning chef Alvin Savella and Maui Cookie Lady to offer a special dessert collaboration for the month of April.
Maui County input sought on state’s Four Year Area Plan on Aging
A community meeting on the state’s Four-Year Area Plan on Aging will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, April 20, 2023, in Wailuku. The meeting will address the health and well-being of older adults in the community.
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Lahaina Restoration Foundation brings back free Hawaiian cultural workshops
Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s free Hawaiian cultural workshops are set to return to Apuakehau cultural park beginning May 6.
ʻĪao Valley State Monument reopens May 1, reservations now needed for out-of-state visitors
Following a nine-month closure, for slope stabilization work, ‘Īao Valley State Monument on Maui is scheduled to reopen on May 1, 2023. The DLNR Division of State Parks announced the reopening saying it will also mark the fourth Hawai‘i state park to require advance reservations for out-of-state visitors.
Hawaiian monk seal gives birth at Kaimana Beach
NOAA Fisheries announced that Hawaiian monk seal Kaiwi has given birth to a pup at Kaimana Beach in Waikīkī on O‘ahu.
Hawai‘i State Senate confirms Maui Circuit Court Judge Michelle L. Drewyer
The Hawai‘i State Senate voted to confirm Michelle L. Drewyer to fill the vacancy in the Circuit Court for the Second Circuit of Maui County created by the retirement of Richard Bissen, Jr. who is now Maui Mayor.
Four Maui hālau compete in 60th Merrie Monarch hula festival
Maui has four hālau competing in the 2023 Merrie Monarch Hula Festival, as the event concludes this evening at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. Friday night the competition featured kahiko or ancient hula. Tonight, groups will perform ʻauana or modern hula, followed by results from the 60th event.
Mayor Richard Bissen brings Holomua Kākou to Hāna for two days in April
Mayor Richard Bissen is bringing Holomua Kākou to Hāna as part of his ongoing effort to take county government to the diverse communities that make up Maui County.
Multi-platinum music producer Kerry Brown to record Sunflower Farm Music Fest
The upcoming Sunflower Farm Music Fest in Central Maui will be recorded by multi-platinum music producer Kerry Brown.
UPW workers vote to ratify new contract at Maui Health ending two-month strike
Nearly 500 frontline healthcare workers at Kaiser’s Maui Health System have voted to ratify a new three-year contract, ending a nearly two-month strike.
Maui Planning Commission gives unanimous approval to new SMA and Shoreline Rules
“The updated SMA and Shoreline Rules are more balanced and flexible for homeowners, and incorporate the best available science on sea level rise to bolster coastal resilience,” said Planning Director Kathleen Ross Aoki.
Health Center says its unable to fill the gap in care for obstetrics needs on Maui
Limited choices for obstetrics options on Maui has caused concern among those who continue to care for pregnant women on the island.
Public hearing on FY24 budget in Central Maui, Friday, April 14
The Maui County Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2024 budget at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 14, 2023 in the Council Chamber.
Miss Aloha Hula 2023 title goes to Oʻahu dancer from Ka Lā ʻŌnohi Mai O Haʻehaʻe
Agnes Renee Leihiwahiwaikapolionāmakua Thronas Brown was named Miss Aloha Hula 2023 at the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival on Thursday night at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo, Hawaiʻi. This is the third year in a row that the hālau from Pūʻahuʻula, Koʻolaupoko, Oʻahu took top honors in the soloist competition.
Maui’s own Karlee Pōhaikealoha Rita Chong-Kee of Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi, under the direction of Nā Kumu Haunani and ʻIliahi Paredes, brought home the 4th place award.
Maui Ocean Center celebrates Earth Day with $10 admission for kamaʻāina
Maui Ocean Center will celebrate Earth Day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22, with family-friendly fun including face painting, interactive games with prizes and ocean-themed activities led by marine naturalists.
St. Anthony School to host 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa, June 24, 2023
St. Anthony School in Wailuku, Maui welcomes home its alumni for the school’s 31st Annual Hoʻolauleʻa. Graduates will be honored on Saturday, June 24, from 5-10 p.m., on Sullivan Field fronting the campus.
Study suggests Molokini is being “overused”
Overall, the team’s findings suggest that “Molokini is being overused, and that management is needed to improve not only ecosystem health but the visitor experience,” said Russell Sparks, DLNR Aquatic Biologist.
38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run on three islands
Three islands will participate in the 38th Annual Troy Barboza Law Enforcement Torch Run, happening Friday, April 21 on Moloka’i, Saturday, April 22 on Lānaʻi, and Friday, April 28 on Maui.
Kamp Kāohi on Moloka‘i trains youth leaders, offers fun activities
The goal of the camp was to build youth leaders in their school and community for the prevention of harmful behaviors. The camp also was an opportunity to recruit youth for the Kāohi after-school and spring- and summer-break programs.
Full Senate passes draft budget; includes funds for Maui jail and UHMC health center
The bill includes the addition of 3 permanent positions and $98,500 in FY24 and $200,250 in FY25 for Maui College’s health center. House Bill 300, House Draft 1, Senate Draft 1 now moves back to the House for further consideration.
