Maui News
HTA Launches Educational Mālama Hawai‘i Campaign
The Hawaii Tourism Authority recently launched a new marketing campaign that rewards tourists for their participation in restoration, conservation, and education efforts.
June 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 64 Cases (62 Confirmed, 2 Probable)
The confirmed cases included: 42 on O‘ahu (-1 probable); nine on Hawai‘i Island; 10 Maui (+3 probable); and one on Kaua‘i.
Police Investigate Discovery of Unresponsive Male at Polihua Beach, Lāna‘i
A group of fishermen stated they had pulled an unresponsive male from the water. Police say no life-saving measures were performed as officers determined the male to be deceased.
Disturbance at Hawai‘i Community Correctional Center Leads to Lockdown Friday Night
A lockdown was implemented at the Hawaii Community Correctional Center on Friday night after inmates in one housing module started a disturbance. The facility emergency response security team was given approval to use non-lethal means to gain compliance.
Virtual Town Hall Scheduled on Maui’s Transportation Improvement Program
The Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization invites community members to attend a free virtual town hall via Zoom on June 15, 2021, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. to learn and share feedback on federal aid transportation projects on Maui.
Visitor Arrested for Alleged Violation of Travel Quarantine, Agrees to Return to California
A California man was arrested upon arrival on Maui on Thursday, June 3, 2021 for alleged violation of rules and orders related to the state’s travel Quarantine.
Puwalu a Hawaiian Homelands Conference, June 12
A Pukalani developer, Waiehu kumu hula, and Waikapū taro and pig farmers headline a Zoom conference next weekend. The Maui Centennial Puwalu takes place on Saturday, June 12 at 9 a.m.
Go For Broke: World War II Forever Stamp Honors Japanese American Veterans
This commemorative Forever stamp honors the second-generation Japanese Americans, also known as nisei, that formed one of the most distinguished American fighting units of World War II: the all-Japanese American 100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team, whose motto was “Go for Broke.”
June is “Aloha Pride Month” in the County of Maui
The County Building was lit in rainbow colors on Friday night and the rainbow flag will fly in front of the Kalana o Maui building throughout the month of June in celebration of Aloha Pride Month in the County of Maui, serving as a reminder “to extend aloha to all.”
Maui Crime May 23-29, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
The percentage of burglary cases decreased 29 percent from the week before when seven incidents were reported. Vehicle thefts decreased 11 percent from the week before when nine incidents were reported. Vehicle break-ins increased 29 percent from the week before when seven incidents were reported.
Hospitality Industry Awards $61,000 in Scholarships, Maui County Students Take Top Two Awards
Two Maui County seniors were named the top statewide Scholars in the Citizen-Scholars award program and another was named the top Scholar for Maui County.
Hawai‘i Inter-County Travel Restrictions to be Lifted June 15; All Travel Restrictions to End at 70% Vaccination Rate
Governor David Ige today unveiled a list of benchmarks he has set for lifting restrictions on travel based on the statewide vaccination rates in Hawaiʻi.
Mainland Visitor to Maui Reported Missing
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s help with any information pertaining to the whereabouts of Rashad Washington, 29, who was reported missing on June 3, 2021, after failing to arrive in Arizona from Maui.
June 4, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 69 Cases (67 Confirmed, 2 Probable)
The confirmed cases included: 25 on O‘ahu (+2 probable); 25 on Hawai‘i Island; 14 Maui (-1 probable); and three cases in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
Board of Land & Natural Resources Seeking Nominations for Maui County Open Seat
Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige is still seeking nominations to fill open seats representing Maui County and Oʻahu on the State Board of Land and Natural Resources.
Letters: Topics Cover Restaurant Reservations, Visitor Eco Fees and COVID-19 Testing for Vaccinated Travelers
Whatʻs on the minds of Maui residents and visitors? Maui Nowʻs letters to the editors discuss priority restaurants reservations for locals, eco fees for visitors, getting rid of COVID-19 test requirements for vaccinated travelers and being kind to the “Golden Goose.”
Hawai‘i Health Department Unveils Vaccination Progress Maps
The Hawai‘i Department of Health unveiled its newest tool to help encourage more Hawai‘i residents to get vaccinated: COVID-19 vaccination progress maps.
Kaukau 4 Keiki Partnership Providing Healthy Food to Kids in Rural Areas
The new partnerhship Kaukau 4 Keiki will provide healthy food during the summer for children living in rural areas of Hawaiʻi.
Longtime Maui Sports and News Writer, Broadcaster and Coach Remembered
Friends, family and community members are mourning the loss of Wilfredo “Fred” Guzman, a longtime member of the sports, news and soccer community on Maui.
Two Molokaʻi High School Seniors Receive Kukui Mālamalama Scholarship
The award goes to students of good character who want to continue their education after high school.
