Maui News
Jaclynn Sabado-Eitel of Paradise Now among business owners in WE by Rising Tide cohort
Central Pacific Bank announced the newest participants of the WE by Rising Tide program. Now in its fifth year, this successful initiative selects 19 women entrepreneurs from across Hawaiʻi, providing them with the knowledge and tools to scale their businesses to new levels of success.
‘Mai Ka Pūnana Mai’ podcast delivers conversations spoken in ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
Since its launch, Mai Ka Pūnana Mai has become both a go-to resource and a relatable source of entertainment for individuals, families, and educators committed to normalizing ʻōlelo Hawaiʻi in everyday life. Each episode continues that mission with down-to-earth dialogue, cultural insight, and community connection.
Annual Mayor’s Small Business Awards nominees announced
These businesses continue to shine through their outstanding service, innovation, team building, job creation, and commitment to the community. This award honors those who truly go above and beyond, exemplifying the Aloha Spirit and the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of Maui.
MEO receives national award for work with wildfire recovery
Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO) received the prestigious Promise of Community Action Award from the National Community Action Partnership (NCAP) for the agency’s work in the aftermath and the recovery phases of the devastating and deadly 2023 wildfires.
County of Maui Board of Ethics hiring full-time staff, slated to meet Oct. 8
The County of Maui Board of Ethics is postponing its Sept. 10 meeting to focus on restructuring and hiring efforts. The next meeting is scheduled Oct. 8, 2025.
Fallen Maui Officer Suzanne O remembered for her service, love and compassion
Fallen hero, Maui Police Officer, Suzanne O was remembered as compassionate and genuine during a memorial service on Friday at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The service followed a procession where fellow officers and community members gathered to pay their respects.
Maui Memorial Medical Center begins construction on new Clinical Decision Unit, Emergency entrance temporarily relocated
Starting Sept. 3, 2025, all patients and visitors must access the ER through the hospital entrance near Pacific Cancer Institute (PCI). This entrance is located immediately to the left of the existing ER entrance.
Hale Makua celebrates staff achievements in public health and social services
Richard Coloma, Community Health Worker,
received the 2025 Peer Award in Public Health from the Healthcare Association of
Hawaii (HAH), while Maria Eliza Sanado, Social Services Assistant, earned an HAH
Scholarship to pursue her master’s degree in Social Work.
Invasive insect detected on Kauaʻi, attacking native naio plant
Myoporum thrips were first discovered in the state in 2009, on Hawaiʻi Island, where they are now widespread. The invasive insect was identified on Oʻahu in 2018 and confirmed on Molokaʻi in 2024.
Volcano Watch: Cracks in the 2018 Kīlauea lava delta; what do they mean?
Recently spotted cracks in the delta demonstrate the instability of solid lava along the coastal edge; the new cracks are alarming and have led people to wonder what they mean.
SITE Classic on Maui celebrates a week of connection and giving
More than 280 senior incentive travel professionals gathered for three days at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua for a SITE Classic leadership summit.
New Jersey student brings 3D printing to Lahaina elementary school
On Thursday, Aug. 21, the 3D printer was officially delivered to the school. To mark the occasion, Hanvit visited Rivas’ 3rd and 5th grade technology classes, sharing her personal journey into coding and technology with the young students.
Live Stream: Procession and memorial honoring fallen Maui Police Officer Suzanne O
Mourners gathered along the route to pay their respects prior to the service Friday at the Castle Theater. A live stream courtesy of Hawaii News Now is available here:
Visitor spending and visitor arrivals declined in July 2025
Despite decreased arrivals to Maui, Maui County hotels reported improvement in July 2025 with island-wide occupancy improved 6.2 percentage points to 66.7% from 60.5% in July 2024. The Lahaina/Kā‘anapali/Kapalua region had occupancy of 66.2%, up from 57.9% in July 2024.
UHERO data shows how politics shape Hawaiʻi’s legislative agenda, from housing to wildfire recovery
A recent blog post by faculty member Colin Moore and data scientist Trey Gordner of the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization takes a data-driven look at how political forces shape legislation at the state Capitol.
Maui Hotel & Lodging Association raises more than $72,000 for education
The 28th Annual Excellence in Education Golf Tournament presented by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits took place on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, at the Wailea Golf Club Blue Course. One-hundred-forty-four players from the visitor industry, along with sponsors and donors raised $72,000 for hospitality programs, related scholarships and the Maui Junior Golf Association.
Procession and Memorial Service for Officer Suzanne O
The Maui Police Department, in partnership with the family of Officer Suzanne O, announces the procession and memorial service honoring her life and service on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025.
Maui Film Commissioner Brian Kohne to discuss the film industry at Kihei-Wailea Rotary, Sept. 10
On Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, Maui Film Commissioner Brian Kohne will address the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea, presenting on the topic of “Maui’s Nascent Motion Picture Industry.”
First Tee Hawaiʻi opens programming opportunities on Maui and Kauaʻi
Trained coaches deliver the programs to kids and teens ages 7 to 17, helping build their inner strength, self-confidence, and resilience – preparing them for the future. Using the game of golf as the platform, participants learn critical life skills to help them grow socially, emotionally and academically.
Two endangered Hawaiian monk seal pups receiving life-saving care
RU28 and RU99—are now receiving life-saving care at The Marine Mammal Center’s Hawaiian monk seal hospital, Ke Kai Ola, in Kona, on Hawaiʻi Island.
