Maui News
IRS: Drought-Stricken Farmers, Ranchers Receive More Time To Replace Livestock
Farmers and ranchers who were forced to sell livestock due to drought may have an additional year to replace the livestock and defer tax on any gains from the forced sales, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
Maui Now Survey: Respondents Divided on Coronavirus Concerns, Majority Very Concerned About Economy
Responses for the survey were collected for seven days between Monday, Sept. 20 to Sunday, 26, 2021. Announcements to the public to take the survey were posted on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and the Maui Now website.
New Honolulu Airport Concourse Design Highlights Hawai‘i’s Sense of Place
Since the state-of-the art, 230,000 sq. ft. facility opened on Aug. 27, airport officials said the public response has been favorable with both travelers and workers impressed by the unique design features and also how it has improved the airport’s operations.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority Resumes Community Enrichment Program
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority is resuming its Community Enrichment Program, which supports community-based projects, festivals and events that enhance resident and visitor experiences, and create opportunities for meaningful economic development.
Hawai‘i State FCU Awards More Than $32,000 in Grants to Public School Teachers
A total of 70 grants were distributed to public school teachers on Oʻahu, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island to help purchase classroom supplies and enhance student curriculums.
Maui Visitors & Convention Bureau Seeking Partners for Mālama Hawai‘i Program
The Maui Visitors and Convention Bureau is seeking nonprofit organizations on Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i, to take part in the statewide Mālama Hawai‘i program. The initiative aims to inspire mindful travel, while encouraging visitors to give back to the destination.
Maui Charter Commission Meets Sept. 30 about Ethics & Boards/Commissions
The Maui Charter Commission will meet Thursday, Sept. 30 at 9 am to receive public testimony about 25 proposals related to ethics and board/commissions as part of its year-long review of proposed amendments to the County Charter, Maui County’s governing document.
Sept. 27, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 255 New Cases in Hawai‘i
Of today’s 255 cases, there were 238 cases identified as confirmed, and 17 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 151 on O‘ahu (+11 probable); 29 on Hawai‘i Island (+3 probable); 17 on Maui; 33 on Kaua‘i; one on Moloka‘i (+3 probable); and seven in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
$5 M Earmarked for Hawai‘i to Combat Climate Change, Restore Forests, Support Endangered Species
The State will work will work with private landowners to plant 210,000 native trees and remove priority invasive plants from 1,650 acres, many of which are highly flammable and intensify wildfires.
$28 Million in DOE Funding Announced for Native Hawaiian Programs
The US DOE awards 35 grants through the Native Hawaiian Education Program to provide for programs across the state.
Sept. 26, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 372 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 10 Deaths
There were 372 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Sunday, including 40 on Maui and one on Moloka‘i.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Sept. 26, 2021
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Sept. 26, 2021. May they rest in peace.
Maui Family Support Services, Inc. Awarded Native Hawaiian Education Program Funds
Funding will support the agency’s Ho‘owaiwai Kaiāulu Project, which provides a continuum of services that promote the Protective Factors within families of children and youth in Maui County.
Maui Crime Sept. 12-18, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to seven burglaries, 12 vehicle thefts and 18 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Sept. 12 to 18, 2021.
MEO Selects Finalists for 2021 ‘Imi Pono Contest
Maui Economic Opportunity released the finalists for the 2021 ‘Imi Pono: The Greatest Challenge media contest for intermediate and high school students – with winners to be announced in a virtual ceremony beginning at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 30.
Hirono Introduces Bill to Establish Database of Veterans’ Demographic Data
(D-Hawaiʻi), a member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, introduced S. 2761, the Every Veteran Counts Act, legislation that directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish and regularly update a database of veterans’ demographic data.
Hawai‘i Joins Worldwide Pledge to Conserve, Restore, or Grow 100 Million Trees by 2030
Hawai‘i has pledged to join a worldwide effort to conserve, restore, or grow 100,000,000 trees by the year 2030.
Advocates for Unsheltered Houseless Residents Speak Out Against Amala “Sweep”
The county led cleanup effort of ‘Āmala Place in Kahului resulted in the removal of 58 tons of solid waste and 54 derelict vehicles this week, but not all are happy with the process and its impact on the unsheltered homeless individuals who were living in area encampments.
Lt. Gov. Green Issues Warning Letter to America’s Governors
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green, who also works as an emergency room physician issued a warning letter to America’s governors today, urging them to take action now to prevent further COVID spread and prevent further hospitalizations and death.
Councilmember Paltin Backs Rental-Car Caps in Next Legislative Session
Paltin pointed to news reports which indicated there were 20,000 rental cars on Maui prior to the pandemic last year, more than all other islands combined.
