Maui News
One week left to apply for federal aid following March Kona low flooding
Sunday, June 14, is the deadline to apply for both FEMA disaster assistance and US Small Business Administration low-interest physical damage disaster loans.
County of Maui offices to be closed for King Kamehameha I Day
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Thursday, June 11, 2026, for King Kamehameha I Day.
Court ruling protects recovery funds for Maui Wildfire survivors
Gov. Josh Green welcomed a court ruling that limits attorney fees in Maui wildfire settlement claims, calling the decision an important step toward ensuring more recovery funds reach survivors and families directly impacted by the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires.
Go Green Recycling events for West Maui residents to be held June 13 and 27
West Maui residents can dispose of recyclable, bulky items at Go Green Recycling events from 8 a.m. to noon June 13 or June 27, 2026, near the Pioneer Mill Smokestack on Lahainaluna Road (enter off Kuhua Street).
The Way She Should Go: A networking experience for wāhine entrepreneurs comes to Wailea
The Way She Should Go, an intimate networking event created for wahine entrepreneurs and aspiring businesswomen, is set to take place at the Wailea Beach Resort on June 27, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after 7.8 earthquake in the Philippines
There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a 7.8 (preliminary 8.2) magnitude earthquake reported at 1:38 p.m. on June 7, 2026 in Mindanao, Philippines.
Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall
Those who register to participate will receive a call to join the discussion once the town hall begins at noon June 11.
Hawaiʻi to expand mental health, substance use treatment services through Medicaid program
Currently, there are two Adult Mental Health Division-operated clinics on Maui, located in Kahului and Lahaina, that are anticipated to become fully certified by Jan. 1, 2027. Together, these clinics currently serve more than 1,700 Maui residents and will help expand access to coordinated behavioral health services under the model.
June 15 to July 4: Pole relocations along Waiehu Beach Road to impact traffic
To maintain reliable service, Hawaiian Electric crews will be working to relocate 11 poles along Waiehu Beach Road between Kahekili Highway and Maka‘ala Drive, from Monday, June 15 to Saturday, July 4 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Saturday. No service interruption is expected.
Gov. Green to travel out of state, June 8-23; Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan to oversee day-to-day operations
While traveling, Green will retain executive authority and remain in regular contact with state leadership and cabinet members. Acting Lt. Gov. Keith Regan will oversee day-to-day government operations in Hawaiʻi and serve as acting governor during the governor’s absence.
Maui Council passes $1.6 billion budget; adds security funding after terroristic threatening arrest
The Maui County Council gave final approval Thursday to a $1.6 billion fiscal year 2027 budget, sending the spending plan to Mayor Richard Bissen’s desk, but not before adding $50,000 for Maui County campus security.
Rep. Tokuda fights to protect Hawaiʻi lands, secures key priorities in annual Defense policy bill
Tokuda successfully blocked a provision to authorize unilateral condemnation by the Army of military training lands in Hawaiʻi. The congresswoman also secured key priorities brought forward by constituents during state-wide listening veterans’ sessions, such as expanding emergency disaster response and increasing funding for barracks maintenance.
Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response launches Marine Stewards Program for Hawaiʻi’s visitor industry
Hawaiʻi Marine Animal Response, the largest Hawaiʻi-based nonprofit dedicated to marine species conservation and field response, announced the launch of its Hawaiʻi Marine Stewards Program, an education partnership designed to equip the state’s hospitality and tourism industry in the protection of marine animals.
Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group joins Accuity, expanding firm’s reach to Maui and Hawaiʻi Island
Carbonaro CPAs & Management Group (“Carbonaro”), an accounting and advisory firm serving clients across Maui and Hawai‘i Island, has joined Accuity. The integration expands Accuity’s presence to the neighbor islands, strengthening service capabilities and talent resources across the state, according to an announcement.
Update/Located: Maui Police Department seeks public help locating missing teen
The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Yhazmyn Shaw Burrows-Agapay, 15, of Wailuku.
DBEDT to host Fourth Annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference focused on food innovation
The event will bring together Hawaiʻi farmers, value-added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply chain partners and resource providers for a full-day program focused on turning local food ideas into market-ready products.
Volcano Watch: ‘Stick Season’ in Hawaiʻi? What happened to the leaves around summit of Kīlauea?
Large eruptive plumes produced by the ongoing episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea volcano, which contain high concentrations of volcanic gases and tephra, and wind direction are the key to this answer.
Investigation continues of 2 nēnē killed by a car in Waikōloa, but state says feral cat feeding is main issue
The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources said recent counts found about 70 of the Native Hawaiian goose eating cat food left on the lava rocks near busy Queens Marketplace.
13 join ranks of Maui Police Department as part of 99th Recruit Class
The new officers are Jayson Cuaresma, Keanu Deboma, Kainoa Deguilmo, Casey James Del Rosario, Renelyn Domingo, Dalton Jardine, Kelvin Ly, Jared Madamba, Patrick McEvoy-Ng, Jacob Naganuma, Garett Rundle, Patrick Valoy, and Ekolu Watanabe.
2026 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade and Hōʻolauleʻa, June 20
Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade and Hōʻolauleʻa takes place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, along Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului, beginning at 9:45 a.m.
