Maui News
Maui helicopter, air operations tied to noise, livestock issues in draft resolutions
Citing noise complaints and livestock disruptions, two Maui County Council draft resolutions are asking the federal government to better manage aircraft operations in Maui County. The proposed resolutions, each aimed at the Federal Aviation Administration, will be taken up during the council’s Infrastructure and Transportation Committee on March 22.
Maui’s Office of the Mayor Budget Office receives budget presentation award
The Office of the Mayor’s Budget Office has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for Fiscal Year 2022.
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Community input sought to identify parcels for designation as Important Agricultural Lands
“Agriculture has always been a big part of our heritage throughout Maui County,” said Mayor Michael Victorino. “Identifying and designating Important Agricultural Lands are important steps toward realizing plans for a more self-reliant and diverse economy.”
Maui Crime Feb. 27 – March 5, 2022: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 11 burglaries, 11 vehicle thefts and six vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Feb. 27 to March 5, 2022.
Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation to award five $1,000 scholarships, applications due April 1
The Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation is accepting applications from Maui county high school seniors for its five $1,000 scholarships. Applicants must be attending a college or university in 2022 to be eligible.
DHHL field investigation work in Lahaina set for March 14 to April 1
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, through its contractor ENPRO Industries., is scheduled to begin field investigation work mauka of its Leialiʻi 1A Subdivision in Lahaina, Maui.
2022 Real Property Assessment notices being sent before March 15, 2022
The County of Maui Real Property Assessment Division is sending 2022 real property assessment notices to property owners on or before March 15, 2022. The deadline for filing an appeal is April 11, 2022.
Pre-apprenticeship program offers paid high school summer internships in building trades
A paid summer youth training and internship program is now accepting applications from qualified high school students (including 2022 grads) interested in the building trades. Applications are due March 25.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center to Celebrate Queen Ka‘ahumanu’s Birthday
In commemoration of Queen Kaʻahumanu’s 254th birthday and Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center’s 50th anniversary, a special celebration is planned Friday, March 18, 2022.
The Color Festival Hawaiʻi returns, April 30
Imua Family Services’ signature friend-raiser event, The Color Festival Hawaiʻi, emerges from a two-year hiatus on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
11th Annual Maui 5K surpasses expectations
Organizers of the 11th Annual Maui 5K surpassed their $25K goal, and raised $39, 251 for participating Maui Nui schools.
Maui Health vaccination team recognized for milestone efforts in delivering 83,000 doses
The vaccination clinic team at Maui Health was honored Friday for their outstanding efforts in helping to vaccinate Maui residents with more than 83,000 doses since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Semi truck fire slows morning traffic in Lahaina, Maui
A vehicle fire involving a semi truck, slowed traffic during the morning commute in West Maui, Friday.
Maui woman dies in 50 foot fall from cliff in Kaupō
A 54-year-old woman from Haʻikū, Maui, suffered fatal injuries in a fall from a steep cliff in East Maui, Friday afternoon.
Mayor wants to convey Fairways at Maui Lani lots to Maui Health Foundation for workforce housing
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is seeking authority from the County Council to convey 16 lots in the Fairways at Maui Lani to the Maui Health Foundation for workforce housing needed by healthcare professionals.
Mayor Victorino to share vision for future in 2022 State of the County Address, March 16
Originally planned as a virtual video presentation, the recent dramatic decline in COVID-19 cases has enabled a small audience of dignitaries to gather at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center for the mayor’s hybrid presentation that will combine live remarks and videotape.
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association partners with Maui Food Bank for Toiletry Drive
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association partners with Maui Food Bank in a Toiletry Drive taking place through March 25.
$350K in federal funds secured to protect endangered species on Molokaʻi
$350,000 in congressionally directed spending will to to the Molokaʻi Land Trust to support construction of predator-proof fencing to protect threatened and endangered species within the Mokio Preserve.
Hawaiian diacriticals to be added to intersection signs at Piʻilani Hwy and Kūlanihākoʻi Street
Hawaiian diacritical markings to be added to signs at Pi’ilani Highway and Kūlanihāko’i Street intersection in South Maui as part of the Piʻilani Highway Intersection Improvements Project.
Update: Crews douse brush fire along Haleakalā Highway
Maui fire crews and first responders are on the scene of a brush fire along the Haleakalā Highway. Motorists reported seeing smoke and flames in the area off of the shoulder of the highway in makai bound direction.
