Maui News
Sen. Schatz Introduces Bipartisan Bill To Help Stop Illegal Deforestation Globally
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) and US Representatives Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) today unveiled the Fostering Overseas Rule of Law and Environmentally Sound Trade (FOREST) Act that creates a framework for the federal government to deter commodity-driven illegal deforestation around the world.
Oct. 6, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 168 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 7 Deaths
There were 168 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Wednesday. The latest data represents a total of 3,883 “active” cases over two weeks. Maui County’s seven day average of cases peaked at 57.6 per 100,000 on Aug. 25, and has been on a steady decline since the beginning of September, dropping to 12.6 per 100,000 today.
PARKLINQ Expanding to Maui, Generating Revenue to Support Environmental Projects
PARKLINQ, a Hawai‘i company that makes it easier to find, reserve and pay for affordable parking from a mobile phone, is expanding to Maui. The company says their services can be used to benefit Valley Isle nonprofit organizations, which can raise funds to protect the environment.
Update/Located: Missing Maui Man Last Seen Oct. 4, 2021
Update: As of Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021, Massey was located. The Maui Police Department thanks the public for their assistance.
Upcoming Community Budget Meeting for Fiscal Year 2023 Takes Place Oct. 7
The next community budget meeting for Fiscal Year 2023, hosted by Mayor Michael Victorino and his administration, will be held on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021, starting at 5:30 p.m.
No Tsunami After 4.6 Earthquake in SW Rift Zone of Kīlauea
There is no tsunami expected after a 4.6 (preliminary magnitude 4.4) earthquake reported at 8:37 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021 in the SW rift zone of the Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority Seeking Marketing & Management for USA Market
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority has issued a Request for Proposals for destination brand marketing and management services for the United States Major Market Area, the islands’ largest visitor source market.
Last Call for Applications for Hawaiʻi Youth Sustainability Challenge
The deadline to apply for the Hawai‘i Youth Sustainability Challenge, an initiative to empower youth from across the state of Hawai‘i to create solutions to conservation and sustainability challenges in their schools and communities, is Oct. 8, 2021.
Charter Commission Votes for Greater Public Access and Transparency
Over the next several months the Charter Commission will continue to work through a list of 130 ideas and proposals from the public on how to improve Maui County operations through Charter amendments.
Galvanized Dump Trailer Valued at $15,700 Stolen from Mahi Pono Farm Lands
Maui Crime Stoppers is seeking the public’s help with information on a stolen galvanized dump trailer valued at about $15,700 that was taken from Mahi Pono Farm lands on or around Sept. 18, 2021.
Oct. 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 91 New Cases in Hawai‘i
For the first time since July, new COVID-19 case counts in Hawai‘i have dropped into the double digits with 91 new cases reported today by the state Department of Health.
Sierra Club of Hawaiʻi Announces New Director, Applauds Departing Director
The Sierra Club Hawaiʻi today announced that after almost seven years at the helm, Marti Townsend is stepping down, and Wayne Tanaka has been selected as the new director.
BREAKING: John Pelletier Selected as Final Candidate for Maui Police Chief
The Maui Police Commission this morning announced the selection of John Pelletier as the final candidate for Police Chief for Maui County. The final candidate must still undergo pre-employment requirements, a background check and a psychological evaluation, and is still subject to a final vote by the Commission following receipt and review of these items.
AHLA: Hawai‘i Hotel Business Travel Revenue to be Down 77%
Hawaiʻi hotels are projected to lose $1.18 billion in business travel revenue in 2021, down 77.4% compared to 2019 levels, according to a recent report from the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Kalibri Labs.
Scientists Say it is Unclear How Long the Current Kīlauea Eruption Will Last
Kīlauea summit eruptions over the past 200 years have lasted from less than a day to more than a decade.
Free Presentation: “Spying on Spinners: What We Can Learn From Listening”
A free presentation called “Spying on Spinners: What We Can Learn from Listening” on Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 5:30 p.m. via Zoom will take a look at research conducted in the Maui Nui region (Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i and the ‘Au‘au Channel) that listened to spinner dolphins to learn more about their behaviors.
Lahaina Cannery Hosts Keiki Halloween Event, Oct. 23
The Lahaina Cannery invites local residents and visitors to partake in A Wicked Affair for some “spooktacular family fun.” The event takes place on Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Judiciary Postpones Jury Trials Until Nov. 16
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald has issued a first extension of an order postponing jury trials across the state through Nov. 16, 2021. This order was issued in response to the current status of COVID-19 cases in the community.
Maui Crime Sept. 19-25, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to six burglaries, 14 vehicle thefts and 16 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from Sept. 19 to 25, 2021.
Six People Displaced by Structure Fire in Pukalani, Maui
Fire officials say three adults and three juveniles were displaced by the fire and the Red Cross was called to provide assistance.
