Maui News
Sept. 20, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 431 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 431 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Monday, including 38 on Maui.
MEO Receives $211,226 Grant for Senior Employment Program
A Maui Economic Opportunity program that provides on-the-job training for Maui County seniors and is currently seeking applicants has received a $211,226 federal grant that runs through June 2022.
Maui Social Service Organizations Join in National Recovery Month
On Maui, resources are available through Maui Behavioral Health Resources and its three partner agencies: Aloha House, Mālama Family Recovery Center, and Maui Youth & Family Services. The three agencies each provide substance use disorder treatment, mental health treatment, and prevention and sober support programs.
52nd Annual Barrio Fiesta, Oct. 2, 2021
The 52nd Annual Barrio Fiesta will be a hybrid event, consisting of a virtual broadcast on Facebook, and a drive-by food component to fundraise for the Binhi At Ani Filipino Community Center.
Maui Gets $167,000 In Federal Funds to Support Senior Housing and Services
The federal funding includes: $142,507 for Hale Mahaolu; and $25,132 for Hale Mahaolu Ekolu, Inc.
LIST: Maui Lane Closures, Sept. 18-24
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations.
Missing Person: Maui Man’s Last Contact with Family was Sept. 2
51-year-old Kevin Winters is a Maui resident; however, it is unknown where he is currently residing. He is described as 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs about 155 pounds, and has brown hair and blue eyes. It is unknown what type of clothing he was last wearing.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending Sept. 19, 2021
Maui Obituaries for the week ending Sept. 19, 2021. May they rest in peace.
Moku Roots Maui is on the Rise with Locally Grown Ingredients and Zero Waste Goals
Their vegetarian and vegan dishes are made with fresh, locally grown ingredients from Mala ‘Akala farm, and their menu is constantly changing in order to keep things exciting.
Public Meeting on Decommissioning of Hōkū Keʻa Telescope at Maunakea
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo will host a virtual public meeting on the Draft Environmental Assessment for the decommissioning of the Hōkū Keʻa telescope on Maunakea on Wednesday, Sept. 22, 5:30–7 p.m.
Maui Crime Sept. 5 – Sept. 11, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 12 vehicle thefts and five vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Sept. 5 to 11, 2021.
Sept. 19, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 474 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 12 Deaths
There were 474 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Sunday, including 36 on Maui and six on Molokaʻi. There were also 12 deaths reported today.
Kamaehu Kawa‘a crowned 19th Richard Ho‘opi‘i Leo Ki‘eki‘e Falsetto Champion
Kamaehu Kawa‘a earned the championship title at the 19th annual Richard Hoʻopiʻi Leo Kiʻekiʻe Falsetto Contest, held Saturday, Sept. 18 at the Ritz-Carlton Kapalua. The competition featured five contestants showcasing their high-register voices in the unique style of falsetto.
Child Passenger Safety Week in Hawaiʻi: Sept. 19-25
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is hosting Child Passenger Safety Week, Sept. 19-25, to educate parents and caregivers about the importance of correctly choosing, installing and using car seats, booster seats and seat belts.
$5000 Energy Efficiency Grant Application Deadline is Sept. 30
Organizations may apply for a grant of up to $5,000, which may cover 100% of eligible energy efficiency projects. Applications must be submitted by Sept. 30, 2021.
Gov. Ige Proclaims September “National Preparedness Month”
Gov. David Y. Ige declared September National Preparedness Month in response to the hardships and challenges facing the state and island ʻohana.
Attendance Swells at “Mandate-Free Maui” March and Rally
A Mandate-Free Maui March and Rally drew thousands of participants that stretched in a walking line from War Memorial Stadium to the Kaʻahumanu Avenue intersection with Kahului Beach Road. Bystanders estimated the crowd at more than 1,000, while organizers said the event drew an estimated 3,000 individuals over the course of two hours, beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
Sept. 18, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 569 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 8 Deaths
There were 569 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Saturday, including 50 on Maui, six on Molokaʻi, and two on Lānaʻi.
Maui County Begins Coastal Resilience Planning for Mā‘alaea
The project seeks a proactive and holistic approach to manage worsening coastal erosion at Māʻalaea Bay Beach by exploring the feasibility of coastal resilience strategies, including erosion mitigation options and relocation of threatened structures. The project area spans from Māʻalaea Harbor to Haycraft Park.
Search Terminated for Missing Snorkeler off Molokini Crater
The search concluded at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 17 after four days of searching that included over 122 hours and 825 square miles covered.
