Maui News
US House passes ocean bills to protect reefs, marine animals and ecosystems
“Hawai’i’s oceans and coral reefs are in dire need of investment to sustain their future in the face of climate change,” said Suzanne Case, Chair of the Hawai‘i State Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Maui Mayor-elect Richard Bissen seeks resumes statewide to serve administration
Maui County Mayor-elect, Richard Bissen is seeking individuals who wish to serve their community in the position of County Department Directors and Deputy Directors.
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Possible shark encounter in South Maui, search underway for missing woman at Keawakapu
The search resumes today for a woman who went missing Thursday while snorkeling in waters off of South Maui. The US Coast Guard is describing the missing individual as a 60 year-old female.
Three visitors from Kazakhstan cited after entering Mauna Loa closed areas
Three men from Kazakhstan were cited on Wednesday after being observed by three different law enforcement agencies, in the closed area of the Mauna Loa Forest Reserve on Hawai‘i Island.
It’s the latest in a series of incidents involving trespassers at the eruption site. In one case, a trespasser posted video of himself roasting marshmallows on the volcano.
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Mauna Loa flow front is cut off, immediate threat to highway infrastructure diminishes
Field crews report that while the eruption continues out of Mauna Loa’s active fissure 3, the supply of lava from the fissure to the flow front has been cut off, and is no longer advancing towards the Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Intermittent closures on Hāna Highway at Waikani Stream rescheduled to Dec. 14
Intermittent closures of Hāna Highway (Route 360) at Waikani Stream Bridge that was originally scheduled for Dec. 9, has been postponed to Dec. 14, weather permitting.
Maui police share insight on missing persons investigations
The information was shared as Maui Now inquired about five separate missing persons cases involving adult men in the East Maui area recently. The cases were reported over a span of 10 months, and the list of missing includes both residents and visitors ranging in age from 40-61. Assistant Chief Gregg Okamoto with the Maui Police Department said none of the cases are linked, and there is no suspicion of foul play involved. He said each case is being actively investigated separately as there is no indication that they are related.
Maui County Youth Council to transmit 2022 final Youth Legislative Package
Resolutions adopted by a majority vote of the Maui County Youth Council of 2022 at its final meeting held earlier this month, will be compiled into the “Youth Legislative Package of 2022.” This will be transmitted via county communication to the Maui County Council at its Dec. 16 meeting.
New law co-authored by Sen. Schatz helps domestic violence survivors cut ties with abusers
“Giving domestic violence abusers control over their victims’ cell phones is a terrifying reality for many survivors. Right now there is no easy way out for these victims – they’re trapped in by contracts and hefty fees. Our new law will help survivors get out of these shared plans and help victims stay connected with their families and support networks,” said Senator Schatz in a news release.
Culinary Arts Program graduation luncheon held at women’s prison
A culinary class made up of three female inmates at the Women’s Community Correctional Center graduated Wednesday from the Kapiʻolani Community College Culinary Arts Program.
Wind Advisory for portions of Maui, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe; Warning for Big Island summits
A Wind Advisory has been issued for portions of Maui, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe; and a Wind Warning is in effect for the Big Island summits.
Maui’s ‘Rosie the Riveter’ exudes ‘girl power,’ hailed at 81st Pearl Harbor anniversary today
When Pearl Harbor was bombed 81 years ago today, Lahaina resident Lucille “Cille” (Jones) MacDonald said she was ready to leave home and fight.
Mary Kaui Kala-Brook named new MEO Hāna Branch Manager
A past Hāna High & Elementary valedictorian, Mary Kaui Kala-Brook, will lead the Hāna Branch of Maui Economic Opportunity to help her neighbors and offer her experiences on the Mainland to benefit her hometown.
MVCB partners with Raw Elements to provide mineral sunscreen dispensers in Maui County
The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau has partnered with Raw Elements to provide 20 mineral-only sunscreen dispensers at high traffic beaches in Maui County.
Return of Christmas drive-thru at Kalana O Maui County Building, Dec. 10
The County of Maui announced the return of the Mayor’s Christmas Drive-Thru event at the Kalana O Maui Building in Wailuku, this Saturday, Dec. 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Gov. Green issues flag order for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
“Today, the First Lady and I were able to honor in solemn remembrance at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial the sacrifices of the thousands of men and women who lost their lives on Dec. 7, 1941, during an attack that shook Hawai‘i and our nation,” said Gov. Green.
New breakout at Mauna Loa flow front slows the advance of lava towards highway
A new breakout at the Mauna Loa flow front reported overnight has removed lava from the channel, slowing the advance rate of the main flow, according to a new update issued by the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory on Wednesday morning.
New report reveals accelerating crisis of Hawaiʻi households living in poverty
Those who had fallen from the ALICE Threshold to below the Federal Poverty Line grew from 9% in 2019 to 15% in 2022, a 66% increase. Key findings of the report were released on Tuesday.
Maui Planning Department closes Dec. 8 for training
The County of Maui’s Planning Department will be closed all day on Thursday, Dec. 8 for staff training. All offices will reopen the following day, Friday, Dec. 9.
Japanese Cultural Society of Maui hosts two signature events after two-year hiatus
The Oshougatsu Mochi Pounding will be held Dec. 28 and the Shinnen Enkai 2023 will be held Jan. 28.
