Maui News
Art Contest Opens for Hawaiʻi Wildlife Conservation & Game Bird Stamps
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Land and Natural Resources now is accepting submissions for its annual art contest of two local wildlife species for the 2022-23 Hawaiʻi Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp.
List: Maui Weekly Lane Closures Through Nov. 26
The state Department of Transportation is working on several road projects that will result in lane closures through Nov. 26, 2021.
HHSAA Welcomes the Return of State Championships, Announces Fan Regulations
The Hawaiʻi High School Athletic Association welcomes the return of state championships in almost two years. However, due to state, county, and facility COVID-19 restrictions, fan regulations will be enforced.
UH Astronomers Depart on Expedition to Antarctica for Dec. 4 Solar Eclipse
A team of astronomers from the University of Hawaiʻi Institute for Astronomy are traveling to the icy continent of Antarctica this week to catch a glimpse of the next total solar eclipse on Dec. 4.
Kenny “BabyFace” Edmonds to Perform at Valentines Concert, Feb. 12 at the Blaisdell
Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, one of the most celebrated creative forces in music history will be heating up the stage of The Neal S Blaisdell Arena for “Hawaiʻi’s Official Valentines Engagement” happening on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2022.
American Savings Bank Distributes Nearly 1,000 Turkeys on Five Islands
American Savings Bank hosted a statewide Turkey Drive-Thru event for its 1,100 teammates across the state on Sunday, Nov. 21, as part of its annual Teammate Appreciation Month festivities.
“No Excuses” Campaign to Drive Safely Kicks Off Statewide Before the Holidays
Preliminary state data indicates that there is a 13% increase in traffic fatalities from last year (80 compared to 71 during the same time last year). Of the 80 fatalities, nearly half were related to speeding. Significantly there was a 142% increase in motorcycle fatalities, with 29 motorcyclists killed compared to 12 during the same time last year.
Nov. 21, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 107 New Cases
Of today’s 107 cases, there were 92 cases identified as confirmed, and +15 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 41 on O‘ahu (+8 probable); 12 on Hawai‘i Island; 17 on Maui (+6 probable); 10 on Kaua‘i (+1 probable); one on Molokai; and 11 in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Nov. 21, 2021
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Nov. 21, 2021. May they rest in peace.
2,104 Cigarette Butts Picked Up at Kahului Harbor as Part of Great American Smokeout
A total of 2,104 cigarette butts were picked up by Maui Economic Opportunity Youth Services participants at the Kahului Harbor Breakwater in conjunction with the Great American Smokeout on Thursday, Nov. 18.
Long-Time Conservation Champion Joins The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy announced that Noah Idechong, a recognized leader in championing conservation in Palau and across the Pacific, has been named executive director for the newly expanded Micronesia and Polynesia chapter of the organization.
Booster Eligibility Expands for Adults in Hawai‘i
Effective immediately all adults age 18 and older who completed their primary mRNA vaccinations of Pfizer or Moderna at least six months ago are eligible for boosters.
Maui Ocean Center Celebrates the Return of Humpback Whales with Educational Fun
The Maui Ocean Center takes an in-depth look into humpback whales as they return to Hawaiʻi for the winter, and invites the public to explore their exciting and mysterious undersea world.
Nov. 20, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 218 New Cases, 4 Deaths
Today’s COVID-19 case count includes approximately 90 backlogged cases involving testing providers that recently began providing data to DOH’s electronic lab reporting system. This reporting delay includes cases reported across the state. DOH expects additional backlogged cases to be reported in the next few weeks.
Maui Pediatrician Discusses “Safety and Efficacy” of the COVID-19 Vaccine in Kids
A Maui pediatrician provided safety and efficacy information to parents considering the COVID-19 vaccination for children in the 5-11 year age group.
First Non-Chemical Sunscreen Dispenser in a Hawai‘i State Park Installed at Hāpuna
The first non-chemical sunscreen dispenser in a Hawai‘i State Park was unveiled Friday morning. It’s a nod to the growing movement and legislation to get ocean users and beach goers to only apply mineral-based sun protection – to protect sensitive coral reef systems around the state.
Maui County Council Passes Historic Bill Prohibiting Non-Mineral Sunscreens
The Maui County Council unanimously passed Bill 135 to prohibit the sale, distribution, or use of non-mineral sunscreens.
Maui County Won’t Appeal Decision on Operation of Lahaina Wastewater Facility
The County of Maui today announced it has come to a resolution on the Hawaiʻi Wildlife lawsuit involving operation of the Lahaina Wastewater Reclamation Facility. County officials say they will not appeal Judge Susan Oki Mollway’s decision.
Arrest Made in Connection with Hit-And-Run in Pā‘ia
An arrest was made on Thursday in connection with a pedestrian hit-and-run crash in Pāʻia last week that resulted in potentially life threatening injuries.
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council Awarded $210K Grant to Help Address Recurring Coastal Flooding in Kīhei
The project focuses on Hāpapa watershed’s three gulches (Kūlanihākoʻi, Waipuilani and Kēōkea) which are responsible for most of Kīhei’s stormwater flooding.
