Maui News
$2.7 Million CARES Act Grant To Fund UH Entrepreneurship, Workforce Programs
The University of Hawaiʻi will expand its innovation, entrepreneurship and workforce development program with the support of a $2.7-million CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant from the US Economic Development Administration. This will be matched with $813,068 of local funding.
Senators Schatz & Hirono Reintroduce Legislation about Rights for the TSA Workforce
Hawai’i’s two US senators, Brian Schatz and Mazie Hirono, along with 26 other US senators, reintroduced the Rights for the TSA Workforce Act, legislation that would grant Transportation Security Administration personnel the same employee rights and protections that are granted to most federal workers.
Lahaina Public Library Temporarily Closed After Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
The Hawaiʻi State Public Library System has temporarily closed its Lahaina Public Library after an employee tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday, May 25, 2021. Out of an abundance of caution, the library will undergo a thorough cleaning and re-open on Thursday, May 27, 2021.
Substantial Rebound in Maui Vacation Rental Performance One Year After Pandemic Onset
Maui County had the largest vacation rental supply of all four counties. Overall, the numbers are substantially higher than in April 2020, which was the first full month of the devastating impact from the COVID-19 pandemic.
New York Woman Found Deceased on Lahaina Pali Trail in West Maui
Maui police have classified the death of a visitor as an unattended death after finding the woman lying unresponsive on the Wailuku side of the Lahaina Pali Trail.
Maui Police to Enforce Seatbelt Compliance Through June 6
In addition to this weekend Memorial Day Drive Sober campaign, the Maui Police Department Traffic Division will be stepping up enforcement in checking for proper seatbelt usage all next week as part of the Click It or Ticket- National Seatbelt Awareness Campaign.
Maui Crime May 16-22, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
The percentage of burglary cases increased 40 percent from the week before when five incidents were reported. Vehicle thefts decreased 18 percent from the week before when 11 incidents were reported. Vehicle break-ins decreased 12 percent from the week before when eight incidents were reported.
Coral Spawning Prompts Temporary Closures at Waialea Bay on Hawai‘i Island
Coral spawning at Hawaiʻi Island’s Waialea Bay Marine Life Conservation District, will prompt two half-day closures of the area on May 28 and 29.
Hawai‘i Mask Mandate Lifted for Outdoors
Effective immediately, Hawaiʻi’s mask mandate has been lifted for outdoors, but remains in place for indoors. When outdoors, people are still encouraged to mask up when in large groups of 10 people or more.
Virtual Climate Change Town Hall for South Maui Scheduled for June 3
The Maui County Planning Department will hold a virtual climate change “town hall” meeting from 4:30 to 6 pm on Thursday, June 3, via live stream on the department’s We Are South Maui Facebook page.
May 25, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 23 Cases (21 New, 2 Probable)
There were 21 cases identified as confirmed, two that were identified as probable. The confirmed cases included: 15 on O‘ahu (+1 probable); two on Hawai‘i Island; one on Kaua‘i; one on Moloka‘i, and two cases in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
Online Public Hearing for Proposed Firing Range Rules at Ukumehame on June 9
Proposed amendments of the Maui County Code for the use and operation of the Maui Firing Range at Ukumehame will be discussed during an online public hearing on Wednesday, June 9 at 5:30 pm.
Southwest Airlines Memorial Day Weekend Sale with One-Way Fares Starting at $49
Southwest Airlines today launched a Memorial Day weekend fare sale, offering fares as low as $49 one-way.
Clifford Nae‘ole Honored with Historic Preservation Achievement
While Naeʻole has been the dedicated steward of Honokahua for nearly 30 years at The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua, he believes that it’s everyone – past, present and future – that needs to learn about this sacred place and honor it now and forever.
“Imminent Changes” Expected to Rules Relating to Ocean Sports and Mask-Wearing
“Imminent changes” to state emergency rules related to youth ocean sports and mask-wearing will be discussed during an afternoon press conference hosted by the governor.
Total Lunar Eclipse Viewable in Hawaiʻi Overnight
Hawaiʻi will be treated to a total lunar eclipse that starts late tonight, with its total red phase occurring between 1:18 and 1:25 a.m.
Maui Brewing Company Hosts Pint Night to Benefit Conservation and Research of Native Birds, May 28
The Maui Brewing Company in Lahaina is partnering with Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project to host “Pint Night for the Birds” benefit from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, May 28. Half the Lahaina brewpub’s profits from house beers will go towards protecting native birds on Maui.
Two Hāna High School Seniors Receive Kukui Mālamalama Scholarship
Two Hāna High School graduates have been awarded $2,000 each, a laptop and a Da Kine backpack by the Kukui Mālamalama Scholarship program.
Health Department Shuts Down Kahului Restaurant for “Imminent Health Hazard”
The Hawai‘i Department of Health shut down Pizza in Paradise in Kahului, Maui, calling the conditions an “imminent health hazard.”
Kukui Mālamalama Scholarships Awarded to Two Lāna‘i High School Seniors
This year’s recipients are Kainalu Morimoto and Mary Claire Manuel, both graduates of Lāna‘i High School.
