Maui News
Winter Storm Watch in Effect for Big Island Summits Friday to Saturday Night
The Big Island Summits are under a Winter Storm Watch from Friday evening through late Saturday night with heavy snow possible, according to the National Weather Service.
Grow Some Good Announces Scholarship for High School Seniors
Through generous gifts from major donors, like Jeff Bezos, Grow Some Good is able to provide direct support through this scholarship fund. For the fiscal year 2021-2022, the nonprofit will award two scholarships of $1,000 each to local high school seniors pursuing relevant college programs.
Imua Discovery Garden to Host Inaugural Keiki Holiday Festival, Dec. 11
The festive holiday-themed event will feature carolers, guest appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, Celtic pipes, hula, and the holiday lighting of a centuries-old Monkey Pod tree. Registration is required.
Maui County to Host Employment Resource and Job Fair, Dec. 10
The County of Maui hosts an employment resource and job fair next Friday, Dec. 10 at the Velma McWayne Santos Community Center in Wailuku.
Update: Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park Closure Postponed
The Kīpahulu District of Haleakalā National Park will remain open this weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Maui Department of Public Works road closure along Hāna Highway has been postponed.
Update/Canceled: Maui Flood Advisory Until 8:15 p.m.
At 5:13 p.m. HST, radar indicated heavy rain over the West Maui Mountains. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. Some locations that will experience flooding include: Kahului, Waiheʻe, Kahakuloa, Waiehu, Wailuku and Waikapū.
Update/Located: Washington Woman Vacationing on Maui, Reported Missing by Family
As of Thursday, Dec. 2, 2021, Sabrina Sylvia was located and found to be in good health. The Maui Police Department extended thanks to the public for their assistance.
Update: Lahaina Eatery Reopens After Follow-Up Inspection
A follow-up inspection is scheduled for Dec. 2, 2021 to determine the status of the clean-up efforts before being allowed to reopen to the public.
BREAKING: Preliminary Results Detect Petroleum Product in Navy Water System
The Hawai‘i Department of Health says they have detected “petroleum product” in water samples from one site on the Navy Water System affected by fuel-like odors. The preliminary analysis was conducted on samples from Red Hill Elementary School collected Tuesday.
Dec. 1, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 108 New Cases, 8 Deaths
Of today’s 108 cases, there were 79 cases identified as confirmed, and +29 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 33 on O‘ahu (+18 probable); three on Hawai‘i Island; 17 on Maui (+8 probable); nine on Kaua‘i; and 17 Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+3 probable).
UHMC “Sea of Smiles” Event Offers Free Dental Procedures to Island Keiki, Dec. 11
The first “Sea of Smiles” Dental Day takes place at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College campus from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 11. At the event, island keiki under the age of 18 can receive free x-rays, dental exams, teeth cleaning, fillings and other dental services.
UHMC Nursing Co-Sponsors Two More COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics, Dec. 7 and 11
The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College Nursing program will once again co-sponsor two upcoming COVID-19 vaccination clinics on Tuesday, Dec. 7 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 11 from 8 to 11 a.m., both at the Binhi at Ani Filipino Community Center, located at 780 Oneheʻe Ave. in Kahului.
Report: “Build Back Better Act” Will Produce $10,900 in Savings & Tax Cuts for a Typical Hawaiʻi Family
A new report from the non-partisan think tank, Third Way, has found that key provisions of President Biden’s Build Back Better Act will produce $10,900 in tax cuts and savings for a typical two-parent family of four in Hawaiʻi and $17,200 in tax cuts and savings for a single mother with two kids in Hawaiʻi.
The Hawai‘i Academy of Recording Arts Airs Hōkū Nights Episodes
Every first Friday of the month from 8-9 p.m., Hōkū Nights features music and interviews from Hawai‘i’s music legends and emerging recording artists.
Maui Charter Commission To Consider Executive Branch Proposals & New Items
The Maui Charter Commission is nearing the end of its year-long review and will consider the eight remaining Executive Branch proposals and take up the final theme of “Miscellaneous and New Matters” during an online meeting Thursday, Dec. 2 from 9 a.m. to noon.
State Seeking Nominations for Board of Land and Natural Resources
Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige is recruiting qualified and dedicated individuals from Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island who are interested in serving on the State Board of Land and Natural Resources.
Vehicle Fuel Tank Leak Prompts Hazmat Response at Resort Parking Structure
Approximately 10 gallons of gasoline leaked from a hole in the fuel tank of a vehicle at the Grand Wailea parking structure on Tuesday morning, resulting in Hazmat response from the Maui Fire Department.
Toys For Tots Charity Drive Returns To Azeka Shopping Center
Toy for Tots returns to the Azeka Shopping Center in Kīhei on Sunday, Dec. 12 from 9 a.m. until noon. For those that cannot attend the event, Azeka Shopping Center will be a drop-off location all month long with bins to collect unwrapped toys at restaurants and stores through Dec. 23.
Maui Health Holiday Turkey Donations Paid Forward to Community Organizations
Each of Maui Health’s 1,500-plus employees was gifted a turkey as a small token of appreciation this month and many employees opted to pay it forward–deciding instead to donate their turkeys.
Maui COVID-19 Restrictions Eased; Officials Monitoring Omicron Variant Developments
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino announced today that Maui County will allow restaurants and bars to return to full, 100% capacity without physical distancing requirements as of Wed. Dec. 1, 2021.
