Maui News
July 6, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 39 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 27 on O‘ahu (+1 probable); three on Maui; two on Hawai‘i Island; one on Kaua‘i; and five in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs Awards $395,000 in Additional Grants
Due to a budget reallocation approved by the Office of Hawaiian Affairs’ Board of Trustees, an additional $394,588 in grants was awarded to projects designed to strengthen Native Hawaiians’ connections to family, culture and land. This includes $23,507 more in funding for Hana Arts.
Pacific Whale Foundation Offering Free Trial Run of New Membership Program
The nonprofit Pacific Whale Foundation is offering a free “trial run” from July 19-26 for its new membership program that encourages active participation in its marine conservation efforts.
22 Arrested on Maui During Fourth of July Impaired Driving Checkpoints
Maui police arrested 22 individuals for operating a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicant over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Police also conducted 16 intoxication checkpoints, screening a total of 1,546 vehicles during the three day effort that began on Friday, July 2, 2021.
House Bills to Promote Firearm Responsibility Signed into Law
Two House bills to promote gun safety and prohibit the possession of “ghost guns” were signed into law last week by Governor David Ige during a ceremony at the State Capitol.
Kama‘ole Solar Project Virtual Open House, July 13
A proposed 40 megawatt solar photovoltaic energy project with 160 MWh battery energy storage is proposed for development on Haleakalā Ranch land in the South Maui community of Kīhei.
Hawaiʻi State Senate to Convene for Veto Override Session
The Hawaiʻi State Senate will convene today at 11:30 a.m. for a veto override session as they consider acting upon bills vetoed but Governor David Ige.
US House Committee Advances Measure to Expand Haleakalā National Park, Recover Endangered Birds
Approximately $6.1 million from this fund would aid in the acquisition of 3,019 acres adjacent to Haleakalā National Park.
Water Conservation Urged in West Maui
West Maui residents and businesses are being asked to voluntarily conserve water while the Mahinahina Water Treatment Facility undergoes upgrades through Aug. 6, 2021.
UHMC Back Door Bake Shop Returns Friday
The UHMC Culinary Arts Program’s next Back Door Bake Shop is Friday, July 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program’s advanced baking students have prepared a wide variety of pastries, with all proceeds going back into the UHMC Culinary Arts Program.
Volcano Watch: Volcanoes in Canada, eh?
Closest to the US-Canada border, municipalities just south of Vancouver, British Columbia, sit on deposits from Mount Baker, located in Washington State. So, while the volcano itself is in the US, were it to erupt, the area near Vancouver could still be affected by hazards like mudflows and ash fall.
No Tsunami Expected After 5.2 Earthquake Off Hamakua Coast of Hawai‘i Island
There is no tsunami expected following a magnitude 5.2 (preliminary 5.0) earthquake reported at 1:44 p.m. HST on Monday, July 5, 2021 off the Hamakua Coast of Hawaiʻi Island.
July 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 48 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 36 on O‘ahu (-2 probable); five on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); 0 on Kaua‘i (+1 probable); one on Maui; and five in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
Nearly $3 Million To Support Kids And Families, Fund Early Childhood Development
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) announced that two Early Head Start and Head Start Programs in Hawai‘i will receive nearly $3 million in new federal funding through the American Rescue Plan.
Hirono Seeks to Improve Opportunities for Women and Minorities in STEM Careers
Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaiʻi) introduced her plan to improve opportunities for women and minorities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields.
UH Awarded $2.85 Million Grant to Improve Health of Native Hawaiian Youth
A $2.85 million US Department of Education Native Hawaiian education grant will support a program aimed at increasing the overall physical, mental and emotional health and well-being of Native Hawaiian youth.
The Salvation Army Seeks Back to School Supplies for Maui Keiki
The Salvation Army is seeking back-to-school supplies for keiki-in-need with supply drives being held on Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, Kauaʻi, and Oahu this summer. The Maui drive runs until July 16 at drop-off spots in Kahului, Lahaina, and Wailuku.
Lānaʻi Gym Building Improvements Underway
An improvement project is underway at the Lānaʻi Gym Building, with construction expected to continue through June 1, 2022.
Container Fire at Kahului Harbor Results in $100,000 Damage
A container fire at the Young Brothers Facility at Kahului Harbor on Maui caused an estimated $100,000 in damage to three containers, and $10,000 in damage to Hammerhead Metals material within.
July 4, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 62 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 31 on O‘ahu (+4 probable); four on Kaua‘i; seven on Hawai‘i Island (+1 probable); three on Maui (+2 probable); and 11 in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (-1 probable).
