Maui News
Department of Health Announces Rebirth of Hawai‘i Immunization Registry
The immunization registry is a statewide information system that stores and tracks patient immunization records for 25 diseases including vaccinations for polio, tetanus, measles, mumps and now COVID-19.
$100,000 UHA Gift to Sex Abuse Treatment Center Allows for Expansion of Services
UHA Health Insurance will direct its $100,000 donation to Kapi‘olani Medical Center for Women & Children to the Sex Abuse Treatment Center. It’s the largest donation to Kapi‘olani Radiothon in its history.
Competition Resumes at Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold Haleiwa Challenger
The World Surf League Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold Haleiwa Challenger, the final stop of the 2021 Challenger Series, is back ON. The event resumed at 8:05 a.m. HST with the men’s Round 2 Heats 9-16 beginning the action in a 4-6 foot swell. Women are set to make their debut in Round 1 immediately following men’s action.
Richard G. Schmidt Trust Donates $1 Million to Goodwill Hawai’i
The Richard G. Schmidt Trust donated $1 million to Goodwill Hawai’i to help the nonprofit expand its job training and employment services and offerings that help more than 10,000 people annually to achieve financial independence.
Mana‘olana Pink Paddlers Receives $5,000 Grant from Bayer Fund
The Manaʻolana Pink Paddlers are the recipient of a $5,000 grant from Bayer Fund, the philanthropic arm of Bayer.
Nov. 28, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 169 New Cases, 3 Deaths
Of today’s 169 cases, there were 119 cases identified as confirmed, and +50 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 66 on O‘ahu (+41 probable); 13 on Hawai‘i Island (+9 probable); 12 on Maui (-2 probable); eight on Kaua‘i (+2 probable); and 20 Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Waiehu Residents Asked to Conserve Water
Waiehu residents on Maui are being asked to conserve water today while Department of Water Supply personnel repair a water pump. Repairs are expected to be completed early this evening
Another Lay Day Called at Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold Haleiwa Challenger
Event organizers continued the holding pattern as they await Haleiwa to return to conditions suitable for competition to resume. The next call will be made at 7:30 a.m. HST on Monday, Nov. 29.
Hanauma Bay Online Reservation System Begins Dec. 1 for Non-Hawai‘i Residents
Starting on Wednesday, Dec. 1 the online reservation system ( pros.hnl.info ) will require credit card payment in order to confirm reservations for non-Hawai‘i residents ages 13 years and older at the Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve on Oʻahu.
Senator DeCoite Releases Resources for Maui Residents Dealing with Deer Impacts
In collaboration with State and County agencies, Senator Lynn DeCoite (District 7 – Hāna, East and Upcountry Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and Kahoʻolawe) is working to provide the public with information and resources on who to contact regarding axis deer issues.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Announces Photos With Santa
The Queen Kaʻahumanu Center announces Photos with Santa, now through Dec. 24, 2021.
Nov. 27, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 135 New Cases
Of today’s 135 cases, there were 137 cases identified as confirmed, and -2 probable cases were removed from the count. The confirmed cases included: 62 on O‘ahu (-2 probable); 24 on Hawai‘i Island (-1 probable); 22 on Maui; 27 on Kaua‘i; and two Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
The Shops at Wailea Hosting Photos with Santa and a Holiday Food Drive
The Shops at Wailea kicked off its holiday season with the arrival of Santa on Black Friday and the start of its annual holiday food drive. Patrons can take photos with Santa, who is behind a glass partition for safety, on Saturdays until Christmas.
Maui Police Issue Visitor Education Reminders Focused on Safety
The Maui Police Department is reminding visitors of safety while on vacation. A new PSA focuses on: proper placement of valuables; water safety; and Hāna Highway tips and reminders.
New Fishing Regulations For Kahului Harbor and ‘Oama on Maui Begin Today
Rules pertaining to the Kahului Harbor Fisheries Management Area and the take and possession of ‘oama on the island of Maui have been updated and take effect beginning today, Nov. 27, 2021.
Update/Postponed: Mahalawa Bridge Work to Disrupt Hāna Highway Traffic
Hāna Highway at Milepost 43 will be closed to traffic from Dec. 3-6 for completion of work on Mahalawa Bridge by Goodfellow Brothers, LLC and the County of Maui’s Department of Public Works.
State DLNR Shares Plans For Lands Between Honolua and Honokōhau Bays
An informational meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 30, for those interested in learning about management plans for state lands between Honolua Bay and Honokōhau Bay on Maui.
Nov. 26, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 27 New Cases, 1 Death
In Maui County, the seven day average for new cases daily is 14, with a 1.6% test positivity rate over 14 days. This is +8% from Nov. 11 to Nov. 24, 2021. For every 100,000 residents in Maui County, there have been an average of 8.6 newly reported cases per day over the last seven days.
Maui’s Imaikalani deVault Aims to Secure Spot on Championship Tour
Currently sitting at No. 4 on the Challenger Series, Maui-born Imaikalani deVault needs one last result to secure his place within the Top 12 on the World Surf League’s Championship Tour.
8th Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival Hosts “Part II” Hybrid Event, Dec. 4
The 8th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival has been expanded and is now a hybrid event with both in-person and virtual shopping opportunities on Saturday, Dec. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
