Maui News
Hawai‘i’s Seabirds Need Your Help During Fallout Season
During fallout season (Sept. 15 to Dec. 15), people can help seabirds by keeping pet cats indoors; keeping pet dogs on a leash when walking; turning off or minimizing outdoor lighting; replacing outdoor lighting fixtures with seabird friendly lighting; closing window curtains at night; and keeping an eye out for seabirds that may need assistance.
LIST: Maui Lane Closures Through Oct. 8
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations.
Applications Sought for Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and E. Maui Conservation Planning Committee
Applications to fill Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi and East Maui seats on the Conservation Planning Committee are being accepted until Oct. 15 at 4:30 p.m.
2021 Walk to End Alzheimer’s Maui Event Shifting to Walk from Home, Oct. 16
The annual Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Maui is shifting to a walk from home celebration on Saturday, Oct. 16 and will feature an online ceremony and silent auction.
Mālama Maui Nui’s Go Green Recycling Event Set for Oct. 16 in Lahaina
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management announced that Mālama Maui Nui will host the next Go Green Recycling event on Saturday, Oct. 16, in Lahaina.
Kīhei Man Charged with Assault for Incident at Kalama Park
A Kīhei man was arrested and charged with first degree assault for his alleged involvement in an altercation at Kalama Park on Friday night that resulted in injuries to another man.
Kīlauea Eruption Continues with Multiple Vents Along the Crater Floor
Kīlauea volcano continues to erupt, with multiple active vents along the floor and western wall of Halemaʻumaʻu crater.
Oct. 3, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 277 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 7 Deaths
There were 277 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Sunday, including 21 on Maui. There were also seven new COVID-19 deaths reported in the state.
SMALL TOWN * BIG ART Welcomes Lori Hepner
The public is invited to become a part of the resulting artwork and to learn more about her process during her “open studio” days at Wailuku Coffee Company on Market Street, where she will be seated outside on Sunday, Oct. 3 and Monday, Oct. 4 beginning at 7 a.m.
Lahaina Hawaiian Civic Club Awards Six Scholarships
The Lahaina Hawaiian Civic Club awarded six scholarships this year. One award was given to a graduating senior from Lahainaluna High School through its foundation and five additional awards were given to members in good standings continuing their education.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Oct. 3, 2021
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Oct. 3, 2021. May they rest in peace.
Three Arrested in Connection with String of Vehicle and Property Thefts Across Maui
Maui police arrested three individuals in connection with a string of car thefts and vehicle break-ins reported over two weeks.
Maui Man Pulled Unresponsive from Waters at Kama‘ole II
A Maui man was pulled unresponsive from waters in South Maui on Friday afternoon.
Maui Police Chief Finalists Interviewed, Decision Expected Tuesday
The Maui Police Commission conducted interviews with finalists for the position of Maui Police Chief on Friday. The Commission will reconvene on Tuesday to make a final decision.
COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Available on Maui in October
Starting Monday the Maui District Health Office, in partnership with the Hawaiʻi National Guard Maui medics will stand up regular clinics for all vaccinations (shots #1,2, 3 and boosters) throughout the month of October.
Oct. 2, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 279 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 12 Deaths
There were 279 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Saturday. The latest data represents a total of 4,653 “active” cases over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 14.3 per 100,000 today.
Maui Jim Maui Invitational Moves to Las Vegas in 2021 Due to Pandemic Protocols in Hawai‘i
The Maui Jim Maui Invitational basketball tournament will relocate to Las Vegas, due to the ongoing pandemic, travel restrictions, and COVID-19 protocols in Hawaiʻi.
Council Unanimously Passes 3% Transient Accommodations Tax for County of Maui
The Maui County Council unanimously passed Bill 101 today–a bill that creates a 3% transient accommodations tax.
BREAKING: Victorino Lifts Ban on Spectators at Youth Sports Not Sanctioned by DOE
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino has decided to lift the ban on spectators at youth sports events held outdoors, even though all of his requests that were submitted for approval earlier this week to relax current orders, were denied by the governor.
October is ‘Stop the Ant Month’ in Hawaiʻi
A multi-agency “Stop the Ant” campaign will be underway in Hawaiʻi in October to increase awareness about the importance of early detection to prevent and control the spread of the invasive little fire ant.
