Maui News
Maui COVID-19 booster requirement takes effect today
Effective today, a COVID-19 booster shot is required for eligible individuals in order to be considered fully vaccinated in Maui County.
Hawaiʻi guest wins Fremont $1.1 Million Wheel of Fortune Jackpot
A lucky guest from Hawaiʻi kicked off the new year by hitting a more than $1.1 million jackpot at Boyd Gaming’s Fremont Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, playing IGT’s Wheel of Fortune® slots on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022.
Bayer Hawaiʻi Science Education Fund Grant applications now accepted
Applications are now being accepted for the Bayer Hawaiʻi Science Education Fund. This Bayer Fund grant program is open to public schools serving students at the intermediate, high school and college grade levels on the islands of Oʻahu, Maui and Molokaʻi.
Molokaʻi, Maui, Oʻahu to receive $8M to improve harbors, support local economy
The funds will be used to support dredging, which removes sediment and other debris from the harbors’ shipping channels, and surveying, which gathers the necessary information to keep waterways properly maintained.
Haʻikū Community Association hosts virtual town hall, Jan. 26
Haʻikū Community Association hosts a virtual town hall meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022.
Charter Commission to review proposed amendments, public testimony encouraged
The commission passed 85 charter amendment proposals which have been condensed into 40 ballot proposals and related ballot questions for the commission’s further consideration.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Jan. 23, 2022
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Jan. 23, 2022. May they rest in peace.
Jan. 23, 2022 COVID-19 update: 3,167 new cases in Hawaiʻi, 4 deaths
There are 3,167 new COVID-19 cases in Hawaiʻi today, including 493 on Maui, 10 on Molokaʻi, and 11 on Lānaʻi. The state Department of Health reports four new COVID-19 deaths today.
Scholarship applications available for Lahainaluna seniors and alumni
Lahaina Restoration Foundation’s Scholarship Committee announced that a total of $40,000 in scholarships is available to Lahainaluna High School seniors and alumni for the 2022-2023 school year.
Environmental Caucus priorities include emissions reduction, sustainable ag, Red Hill
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature’s Environmental Legislative Caucus is entering its third year with policy proposals that aim to address the state’s pressing environmental issues.
Local artist spreads joy via free public murals in Lahaina
Experienced artists Cynthia Monteleone of Nāpili and Zoe Leroy of Kahana are donating time and material to create public murals on walls outside homes off Lahainaluna Road. “The joy is spreading contagiously to others,” Monteleone said. “That’s why I’m doing this. It’s not for me and it’s definite not for the money — it’s for the community.”
Former UH legend Timmy Chang named head coach
Former University of Hawaiʻi quarterback, Timmy Chang, is the schoolʻs new head football coach, Athletics Director David Matlin announced on Saturday.
Additional $2.5M to aid Tonga in aftermath of destructive volcanic eruption
Congressman Ed Case (HI-01) today announced that the US State Department’s Agency for International Development is providing an additional $2.5 million in critical assistance to the Kingdom of Tonga in the aftermath of the destructive eruption of the Hunga Tonga-Hunga Haʻapai volcano.
Construction Industry of Maui helps to rebuild local playground
The Construction Industry of Maui donated nearly $40,000 worth of skilled labor, equipment and materials for the restoration of the Kalakupua Playground at Giggle Hill in Haʻikū’s, 4th Marine Division Park.
Humpback whale sanctuary Advisory Council hosts virtual meeting, Jan. 28
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary advisory council will meet virtually on Friday, Jan. 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
Legislators form Equality Caucus dedicated to the advancement of LGBTQ+ community
“Legislators have been fighting for decades to ensure LGBTQ+ citizens have the same rights as everyone else, ensuring they can marry, raise children, access healthcare, and be treated the same as everyone else. Establishing this Caucus formalizes and reaffirms the state’s commitment to addressing ongoing issues of inequality and discrimination against LGBTQ+ citizens, taking the next step in Hawaii’s long tradition of recognizing prejudice and discrimination where it still exists, and taking action to end it,” says Senator Lee.
Presentation to explore Maui’s polystyrene ban and its effectiveness on beach plastic
A ban on the use, sale or provision of polystyrene food service containers went into effect in Maui County more than three years ago. Researchers are exploring the question: “Did this ban improve the amounts or types of plastic on Maui beaches?”
Jan. 22, 2022 COVID-19 update: 3,955 new cases in Hawaiʻi, 5 deaths
In Maui County, the seven day average for new cases daily is 644. Statewide, there are 394 people hospitalized with COVID-19, including 42 on Maui.
Volcano Watch: Deciphering explosive behavior at Mauna Loa
Mauna Loa is known for its effusive eruptions that produce spectacular lava flows. However, some of the volcanic products found on Mauna Loa are pyroclastic or explosive in character.
Maui Crime Jan. 9-15, 2022: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
The percentage of burglary cases increased 60% from the week before when five incidents were reported. Vehicle thefts increased 119% from the week before when 16 incidents were reported. Vehicle break-ins decreased 67% from the week before when 21 incidents were reported.
