Maui News
First Tee Hawaiʻi opens 2026 youth golf programs at four Maui courses
Registration is now open for First Tee – Hawaiʻi’s first programming opportunities of 2026, with youth golf classes offered at four Maui locations.
Hawaiʻi products to be showcased at 2026 Winter FancyFaire in San Diego
The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism will debut the Hawai‘i Pavilion at the 2026 Winter FancyFaire taking place Jan. 11–13 at the San Diego Convention Center in California.
Rep. Tokuda votes to extend ACA tax credits for 3 years
US Rep. Jill Tokuda voted Thursday in favor of extending the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits for three years, a measure which has since passed the US House.
UH balloon mission over Antarctica seeks to decode mysteries of the universe
By tracking these signals, scientists hope to learn more about powerful events in the universe, such as black hole formation and collisions between dense stars.
Hawai‘i Cannabis Expo 2026 returns, Jan. 30 to Feb. 1, 2026
The Hawai‘i Cannabis Expo 2026 returns to the Neal S. Blaisdell Exhibition Hall from Jan. 30 – Feb. 1, 2026. This three-day experience brings together education, wellness, entertainment, and community.
Hale Kau Kau serves record number of meals in December
Hale Kau Kau provided a record 5,785 meals in December, according to an announcement from Board President Barry Rosenfeld. The nonprofit organization served 2,419 meals on-site, a total that included its annual Christmas Day lunch. Additionally, volunteers and staff delivered 3,366 meal boxes to homebound seniors and individuals with disabilities. Based at St. Theresa Church […]
Seabury Hall Performing Arts presents ‘Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.’
The Seabury Hall Performing Arts Department proudly presents “Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr.,” a lively and heartwarming adaptation of Barbara Park’s beloved best-selling book series. This family-friendly production will take the stage for one weekend only at the ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center on the Seabury Hall campus.
OWR releases plan to strengthen peer support services statewide
The Hawaiʻi Office of Wellness and Resilience has released a new framework report that will be used to guide the development, implementation and sustainability of peer support services statewide.
Pasha Group hires Cary Davis to lead government affairs and corporate communications
The Pasha Group, a major provider of US–Hawaiʻi shipping and logistics services, announced that Cary Davis has joined the company as vice president of government affairs, where he will lead advocacy and corporate communications.
AARP accepting 2026 Community Challenge grant applications
AARP Community Challenge grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable by improving public places, transportation, housing, digital connections, and more.
Maui singer-songwriter Gail Swanson releases rebellious single, ‘My Mama Marched’
Maui-based singer-songwriter Gail Swanson has released a new single, “My Mama Marched,” honoring her mother’s activism and rebellious spirit. The song is available on Apple Music and Spotify, along with an official music video on YouTube.
Maluhia Maui Rotary to host PWF speaker Kagan Jenkins on Tuesday
The Maluhia Maui Rotary Club will host Pacific Whale Foundation Development Director Kagan Jenkins at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday in Kīhei.
Volcano Watch: Looking back at the 1959 episodic eruption of Kīlauea Iki
While the mid-20th century episodic eruption and current ongoing eruption within the summit caldera of Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island share similarities, there also are several differences.
Creation of real property tax exemption proposed as incentive for affordable rentals
The Maui County Council gave initial approval Wednesday to Bill 168, which is aimed at creating a new real property tax exemption for homes rented at no more than 70% of their fair market value. The fair market rent would be set by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, beginning with the tax […]
Ohana Care Maui launches free monthly educational speaker series for seniors and families
Ohana Care Maui announces the launch of its new Ohana Care Speaker Series – Insights for Seniors and Families. This free monthly educational workshop series is designed to support seniors, family caregivers and the broader Maui community.
Grow Aloha surpasses 5,000 native plant adoptions, extends statewide program
Grow Aloha, the statewide initiative dedicated to restoring Hawaiʻi’s native plants and our relationships with them, announced the extension of its free, monthly plant adoption program through June 2026.
Free one-on-one tech help offered at all Maui libraries through Digital Navigator Program
Hawaiʻi residents can now receive free, one-on-one help with everyday technology needs at their local public library, including at all library branches on Maui.
Update/located: Wailuku teen reported missing by concerned family member
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Lovenda Muritok, 15, of Wailuku.
Wailuku teen reported missing after failing to return home from school
The Maui Police Department is seeking the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Latanoa Taione, 16, of Wailuku.
Update/Located: Pukalani woman reported missing after failing to show up for study group
Update: (3:20 p.m., Jan. 9, 2026) Cadiz was located and found to be in good health.
