Maui News
Missile Defense Agency Test Does Not Intercept Target
The objective of the test was to demonstrate the capability of a ballistic missile defense-configured Aegis ship to detect, track, engage and intercept a medium range ballistic missile target with a salvo of two Standard Missile-6 Dual II (BMD-initialized) missiles. However, an intercept was not achieved.
DOH Expands Vaccine Access over Memorial Day Weekend
On Maui, vaccine clinics will be held this Saturday, May 29, from 2-5 p.m. at Amigo’s Kīhei (1215 South Kīhei Road), and from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Binhi At Ani Filipino Community Center (780 Oneheʻe Ave.) in Kahului.
Hirono Introduces Resolution Marking May as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
The resolution highlights the contributions to our country by generations of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
Ige Denies Victorino’s Proposal to Increase Occupancy Limits at Bars and Restaurants
The governor has denied Maui Mayor Michael Victorino’s request to increase occupancy limits at bars and restaurants as part of an easing of COVID-19 restrictions on business establishments, according to an update provided by the mayor.
Maui Police Investigating Miscellaneous Accident, Death of New Mexico Man
Maui police are investigating a death involving a visitor to Maui who was found unresponsive at Mākena State Park on Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Maui Hospital Initiates Effort to Obtain Level II Trauma Center Status
Maui Health today announced it has initiated efforts to gain verification as an American College of Surgeons Level II Trauma Center. The ACS Level II status is the highest ranking for a community hospital, and if granted, would make the Maui facility only the second Level II Trauma Center in the state.
Volunteers Sought for Meals on Wheels Program
Kaunoa Senior Services’ Meals on Wheels Program is seeking volunteers to help deliver fresh meals to the homes of qualified seniors from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday.
Bayer Hawaiʻi Donated 2,700 Pounds of Food in Support of World Hunger Day
In support of World Hunger Day today, Bayer Hawaiʻi employees donated more than 2,700 pounds to the Maui Food Bank, Molokaʻi Salvation Army and the Institute for Human Services on Oʻahu.
Commissioning of USS Daniel Inouye Expected in December 2021
The 509-foot ship is the Navy’s 68th Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, and it carries the “Go for Broke” motto of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in which Senator Inouye served.
May 28, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 44 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 25 on O‘ahu (-1 probable); six on Maui (+1 probable); five on Hawai‘i Island; one on Moloka‘i; and six cases in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
Hawai‘i Inmate from Maui Earns College Degrees at Saguaro Facility in Arizona
CoreCivic’s Saguaro Correctional Center in Eloy, Arizona recently celebrated student-inmate Gregory Garcia of Maui, who earned two Associate Degrees.
Hawai‘i Rental Car Shortage Prompts Tourism Industry Advice to Travelers
many vehicles are already reserved at most major rental companies through August, with the daily rental fee for available vehicles often being significantly higher than usual. “We have heard reports that some vehicles are being rented for as much as $700 per day,” said John De Fries, President and CEO of the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority.
Hawai‘i Gas Reminds Community to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Hawai‘i Gas, the state’s only gas utility, reminds residents to plan early and prepare now in order to ensure safety and resiliency during a storm or severe weather event.
Mālama Na Makua A Keiki Awarded OHA ‘Ohana and Community Program Grant
Malama Na Makua A Keiki dba Malama Family Recovery Center was awarded a $75,000 one-year grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to support its family-centered substance abuse treatment and support program.
MADD Hawaiʻi Urges Safety Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
Drunk driving is completely preventable yet claimed 172 lives nationwide from 6 p.m. Friday to 5:59 a.m. Monday during the 2019 Memorial Day weekend, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Additionally, alcohol use is the leading known contributing factor in fatal boating crashes, accounting for nearly a quarter of these deaths, according to a 2019 report on recreational boating by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Visitor Arrested on Maui for Alleged Quarantine Violation Volunteers to Return to New York
A New York man was arrested on Maui for alleged violation of rules and orders relating to the state’s travel quarantine.
10 Maui, Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i Students Receive $32,000 in Scholarships
The Mamoru and Aiko Takitani Foundation, Inc. awarded 10 high school seniors from Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi scholarships based on academic achievement, community service and financial needs.
Patty Copperfield named MEO Transportation Director
A graduate of Molokaʻi High School, Patty-Ann Copperfield studied business technology at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College from 2008-2010, and rose through the ranks at MEO.
Hawaiian Airlines Ends ‘Ohana by Hawaiian Service
Hawaiian Airlines will not restart its ‘Ohana by Hawaiian passenger service between Honolulu and Moloka‘i and Lāna‘i as well as its statewide ATR freighter cargo service.
Kalaupapa Airport Night Medevac Exercise, June 2
Molokaʻi residents are advised of a planned nighttime medevac exercise scheduled to take place on Wednesday, June 2, at Kalaupapa Airport, according to the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation.
