Maui News
Maui High School Foundation Announces 2021 Hall of Honor Awardees
Honorees include: Vernon Patao – Class of 1988; Amos Lonokailua -Hewett- Class of 1989; Troy Keoni Orsono – Class of 2004; Randy Yamanuha – Retired Maui High School Principal; and Eugene Kennedy, Retired MHS teacher, registrar, coach.
Breaking: No Tsunami Expected from 4.2 Earthquake Off Kaho‘olawe
There is no tsunami expected following a 4.2 (preliminary magnitude 4.0) earthquake reported at 7:41 a.m. on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 in the deep ocean south of Kahoʻolawe. It was adjusted several times following further evaluation from the USGS.
Mayor: Additional Water Allocation to be Reserved for Development of Affordable Rentals, Attainable Workforce Housing
The mayor says his decision is expected to incentivize developers to build more units sooner by offering greater certainty to those seeking to build affordable rentals and attainable workforce housing.
Senate Votes to Override Five Measures on Governor’s Veto List Including HB862
Among the bills that the senate voted to override from the Governor’s veto list was House Bill 862, which authorizes the counties to establish a county transient accommodations tax at a rate not to exceed three per cent.
New Data provides More Accurate Picture of Vaccinations in Hawai‘i
New data provided by federal agencies was added to the state’s vaccine count. Officials from the Hawai‘i Department of Health’ say that the improved data provides a more detailed and accurate picture of the state and county vaccination rates.
LIST: Maui Lane Closures, Through July 9
The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations.
Reduced Adoption Fees at Maui Humane Society, July 7-10
The Maui Humane Society will be participating in the BISSELL Pet Foundation Summer 2021 “Empty the Shelters” adoption event, offering reduced adoption fees ranging from $0 to $25 per animal from July 7 through July 11.
Kaua‘i to End Resort Bubble Program Thursday
Kaua‘i Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami issued an amended emergency rule that will end the Resort Bubble program and move the County to Tier 5 on Thursday, July 8. That’s the same day that the state plans to ease travel and gathering guidelines as the vaccination rate nears 60%.
Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation Launches Food Drive for Food Banks
The nonprofit Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation is launching its second-annual #OneCanIfCan food drive to help support Hawai‘i food banks.
Gov. Ige Vetoes 26 Bills
Governor David Ige today announced that he has vetoed 26 of the 28 bills on his Intent to veto list. Earlier today, the governor sent a Statement of Objections for each of the 26 bills to the Hawai‘i State Legislature.
AARP Hawaiʻi Webinars Will Help You Prepare for Any Disaster
The series of disaster preparation webinars starts Wednesday, July 21 and continues each Wednesday at 2 p.m. until Aug. 11.
Maui Educational Opportunity Center Offers Free Financial Literacy Workshops
The upcoming workshop takes place on Friday, July 9 at 10 a.m.
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.
