Maui News
UH Report: Dime-a-drink alcohol tax increase could raise $58 million and save lives
The state of Hawaiʻi could save lives and raise $58 million in revenue by increasing alcohol taxes by 10 cents per drink, according to a new report by the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Pacific Health Analytics Collaborative.
Sherri Dodson to step down as Executive Director at Habitat for Humanity Maui
Habitat for Humanity Maui announced today that Sherri K. Dodson will be stepping down as Executive Director at the end of 2022, and has accepted a new role to continue with its Homeownership Education and Counseling program. Dodson has led Habitat Maui for nearly 20 years, becoming its first Executive Director back in 2003.
Feb. 7, 2022 COVID-19 update: 833 new infections in Hawaiʻi
Todayʻs count includes 92 cases on Maui, 125 on Hawaiʻi Island, 94 on Kauaʻi, four on Molokaʻi, seven on Lānaʻi, and 23 out of state. There are 488 new COVID-19 cases on Oʻahu.
Maui Charter Commission to host additional meetings on proposed charter amendments
The Maui Charter Commission has scheduled two additional public meetings to hear testimony and deliberate on proposed County Charter amendments leading up to submission of its Draft Report to the County Council on Feb. 18. The next meetings are planned for Monday, Feb. 7 and Tuesday, Feb. 8 at 9 a.m. online via BlueJeans.
WSL: Wildcard Moana Jones Wong Wins Women’s Billabong Pro Pipeline
Moana Jones Wong (HAW) made surfing history over the weekend by winning the Billabong Pro Pipeline in a final against five-time World Champion Carissa Moore (HAW).
Regency Kīhei Cinemas Indie & Foreign Film Series Returns
Regency Theatre Kīhei Cinemas announced the return of its Indie & Foreign Film Series, Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Feb. 6, 2022
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Feb. 6, 2022. May they rest in peace.
Feb. 6, 2022 COVID-19 update: 4 deaths and 916 new infections in Hawaiʻi
The latest data represents a total of 22,808 “active” cases statewide over two weeks, far surpassing the delta peak of 11,500. Maui County’s seven day average of cases is now 88.8 cases per 100,000, above the delta peak of 57.6 per 100,000 reported on Aug. 25, but below the 412.1 reported on Jan. 21, 2022.
Divers save coral from Honolulu Harbor Channel dredging project
More than 70 coral colonies and numerous individual corals were moved out of the path of a US Army Corps of Engineers channel dredging project at Honolulu Harbor, days before the project was scheduled to commence.
$30K donated to support family programs offered by Parents And Children Together
In recognition of the essential family-centered programs provided daily by Parents And Children Together to improve the lives and futures of Hawaiʻi’s most vulnerable population, Nareit Hawaiʻi has donated $30,000 to support its public outreach.
Missing Maui man: his vehicle and dog were found unattended at Nākālele Point
A 37-year-old Maui was reported missing after he failed to return from a short camping trip. Joseph Wyatt’s vehicle was found unattended at Nākālele Point. His dog was found Friday by nearby residents in the vicinity of his vehicle.
US SBA offers low-interest federal disaster loans for those impacted by December storm
Low-interest federal disaster loans are available to Hawaiʻi businesses and residents affected by severe storms, flooding and landslides that occurred Dec. 5-10, 2021.
Council mulls report outlining ways to manage tourism on Maui
Regulating peer-to-peer car sharing, setting a cap on tourist accommodations and banning transient vacation rentals in certain districts are among ideas to manage tourism on Maui that were presented this week by a county group. The recommendations and others are part of a 400-plus page report unveiled Wednesday at the council’s Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee meeting.
List: Maui weekly lane closures through Feb. 11, 2022
The state Department of Transportation is working on several road projects that will result in lane closures through Feb. 11, 2022.
Maui Health hosts 7th Annual Virtual Heart Fair, Feb. 8
Maui Health hosts its 7th Annual Heart Failure Awareness Health Fair, on Tuesday, Feb. 8, from 5 to 6 p.m. The event is free and accessible to the general public, and will stream live on Facebook and Akakū Channel 54.
11-time World Champion Kelly Slater Wins Billabong Pro Pipeline
Today, 11-time World Champion Kelly Slater won the Billabong Pro Pipeline, the first stop on the World Surf League 2022 Championship Tour. With a near-perfect score of 18.77 (out of a possible 20), Slater earned his 8th CT win at the world-renowned Banzai Pipeline, marking his 56th CT victory. “I don’t even know what to say,” said Slater. […]
Update/Open: Water Main Break in Kahului results in partial road closure
Repairs are complete and Kaʻahumanu Avenue is now OPEN. It was partially closed on Saturday afternoon, Feb. 5, 2022 for more than 10 hours while crews worked to make repairs following a water main break.
Feb. 5, 2022 COVID-19 update: 18 deaths and 1,278 new infections in Hawaiʻi
There were 1,278 new COVID-19 cases today, including 139 in Maui County; and 18 deaths, including three on Maui.
Maui Public Works leadership changes: Dagdag-Andaya steps down
The Maui Department of Public Works will undergo a shift in leadership as director, Rowena Dagdag-Andaya steps down and takes on a new position with the Office on Aging. Her position will be filled by the appointment of Jordan Molina as director and Gary Ambrose as deputy director.
