Maui News
PAHU PIHA: A free and and fun activity box for spring break
In collaboration, Kūlua Maui, Artistry8, + Swag Hawaiʻi present PAHU PIHA, a free and fun activity pahu (box) for spring break to learn and teach your keiki to make lei using sustainable scrap fabric from Kūlua studio located in Makawao town.
Four people displaced by electrical fire at apartment in Nāpili
Four people were displaced by an electrical fire at the Coconut Inn Apartments in Nāpili Friday night.
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Retired Judge Richard Bissen pulls papers in bid for Maui Mayor
Former 2nd Circuit Court Judge, Richard Bissen, announced he is pulling his official candidacy papers for Maui County Mayor, following an earlier announcement in January of his intent to run.
First Hui Ho’iwai Reentry Summit to help incarcerated people and communities
Five organizations that support and advocate for incarcerated people are hosting the free Hui Hoʻiwai Reentry Summit on March 20 and 21 in Honolulu, with some sessions available virtually.
Hawaiʻi gets ‘upbeat’ economic outlook, but higher inflation, COVID-19 risks loom
Hawai’i’s economy is showing sunnier signs, but risks of higher inflation and COVID-19 surprises are looming, according to the newest report by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization. arrivals, and Maui hotels have drawn the highest room rates in the state and in the county’s history.
Missing Person: Edward “Kimo” Wendt Jr.
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Edward “Kimo” Wendt Jr., 54.
DoD to close Red Hill bulk fuel storage facility met with support and vigilance
The Secretary of Defense today announced a decision to defuel and permanently close the Red Hill bulk fuel storage facility in Hawaiʻi.
Got blood? Hawaiʻi launches Blood Bank Madness competition with 7 teams in 6 states
Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi created a national competition with seven mainland blood centers that was inspired by the NCAA College Basketball Tournament. Get ready for Blood Bank Madness.
Hawaiian Airlines to resume daily Oakland-Kona summer service, add SFO-HNL flights
Hawaiian Airlines brings back nonstop service between Oakland and Kona on Island Hawai‘i, and is adding a second daily flight between San Francisco and Honolulu.
March 7, 2022 COVID-19 update: 92 new infections in Hawaiʻi
Of today’s 92 cases, there are 75 cases identified as confirmed, and 17 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 41 on O‘ahu (+12 probable); 12 on Hawai‘i Island (+5 probable); nine on Maui; eight on Kaua‘i; 0 on Molokaʻi; two on Lānaʻi; and five Hawai‘i resident diagnosed while out of state.
Hawaiian Telcom invested $100M for statewide Fiber-to-the-Premise deployment
result of this investment, an additional 30,000 locations throughout the state now have access to FTTP broadband service.
New, free, fast UH Community College application available for Class of 2022
The University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges is launching a new admission application called the Kama‘āina App. This “short, easy and free application” is exclusively for Hawai‘i’s Class of 2022 graduating high school seniors.
Free Keiki and Family Programs at the Old Lahaina Prison during Spring Break 2022
Lahaina Quest programs are back for 2022 with a series of free keiki and family programs. The first set of programs will be offered during the spring school break.
Hawaiʻi State Board of Education begins search for superintendent
The Hawaiʻi State Board of Education voted to approve the position description and begin recruiting for the position of State Superintendent of Education to lead the statewide system of public schools.
Nominate a Volunteer Nonprofit Hero
HandsOn Maui, the County of Maui’s Volunteer Center, is now accepting nominations for its annual Volunteer Hero Celebration of Service. Anyone currently volunteering with a Maui County nonprofit organization is eligible to be nominated until Friday, April 1, 2022.
HI-EMA to discontinue COVID-19 reporting on weekends and holidays
The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency will no longer update the online COVID-19 Information Hub on Saturdays, Sundays or state and federal holidays.
Maui Obituaries: Week Ending March 6, 2022
Maui Obituaries for the week ending March 6, 2022. May they rest in peace.
March 6, 2022 COVID-19 update: 1 death, 196 new infections in Hawaiʻi
Of today’s 196 cases, there are 160 cases identified as confirmed, and 36 probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 95 on O‘ahu (+29 probable); 18 on Hawai‘i Island (-1 probable); 19 on Maui (+2 probable); 11 on Kaua‘i (+2 probable); 0 on Molokaʻi; two on Lānaʻi; and 15 Hawai‘i resident diagnosed while out of state (+4 probable).
2022 Merrie Monarch Festival to sell Hōʻike tickets starting March 15, in-person
Hōʻike Night is usually free to the public, but in consideration of the long lines that event goers usually encounter, and health concerns related to COVID-19, event organizers have decided to sell tickets this year for $5 each. The sale is for Hōʻike night tickets only; not competition nights, which are not being sold to the general public.
Go Green Recycling Event Set for March 19 for West Maui, Appointments Required
Mālama Maui Nui hosts its monthly Go Green Recycling event from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, March 19 at Honoapi’ilani Hwy, Lāhaina. Appointments are required for the bulky-item recycling event by the parking lot behind the Lāhaina District Court.
