Maui News
Polynesian Voyaging Society Launches Training Voyage To Papahānaumokuākea, Young Navigators To Be Tested
Themed “Navigating the Kupuna Islands,” the voyage will bring the canoes to Nihoa, Mokumanamana and Lalo (French Frigate Shoals) and will focus on the voyaging, cultural and ecological significance of these places.
28 Inmates from Hilo Transferred to O‘ahu to Alleviate Overcrowding
The Department of Public Safety transferred 28 inmates from the Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center in Hilo on Hawaʻi Island to the Hālawa Correctional Facility and Women’s Community Correctional Center on Oʻahu, to help alleviate overcrowding at the Big Island jail.
Bill to Amend Landlord-Tenant Code Signed into Law
Anticipating the filing of numerous court cases when the Governor’s statewide eviction moratorium expires on August 6, legislators this year passed HB 1376, to help ease the burden on both landlords and tenants faced with tough choices. The bill was signed into law by Governor David Ige as Act 57.
State Repeals Law Allowing Sub-Minimum Wage
Hawaiʻi Legislature took action to repeal an outdated law that allowed for the payment of sub-minimum wage to certain individuals based on their disabilities.
Maui Teen Surfer, Eli Hanneman to Make Championship Tour Debut, Friday
Maui’s own Eli Hanneman, the current No. 1 ranked surfer on the Hawaiʻi Qualifying Series, received a wildcard into his first-ever Championship Tour event for a three-day competition at the Surf Ranch in Leemore, California.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i After 4.5 Big Island Earthquake
There is no tsunami threat to Hawai‘i following a 4.5 preliminary magnitude earthquake reported at 4:32 p.m. on Thursday, June 17, 2021.
DeCoite Becomes First Moloka‘i Woman in State Senate
Governor David Ige announced the appointment today of Rep. Lynn DeCoite to the Senate District 7 vacancy created by the recent retirement of former Senator J. Kalani English on May 1, 2021.
State Provides Free Help with Medicare Enrollment Decisions
The Hawaiʻi State Health Insurance Assistance Program and the SHIP National Technical Center are providing free Medicare help through its Welcome to Medicare Virtual Fair event from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, June 23, 2021. Participants may attend for any length of time.
Interested in Conservation Career? Kupu Seeking Applicants for Paid Opportunities
Hawai‘i conservation and environmental education nonprofit Kupu is seeking applicants for its 11-month paid Conservation Leadership Development Program, which targets recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation. Priority deadline is June 30, 2021.
Festivals of Aloha Releases Virtual Ho‘olaule‘a, June 21-25
Viewers can tune in at 5:30 p.m. each day, June 21-25, and enjoy entertainment, food demonstrations, craft how-to’s and hear the stories from communities on Maui, Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i and in Hāna.
State of Hawaiʻi Launches Mixed Earners Unemployment Compensation Program
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations will start today to process applications for the federal mixed earners unemployment compensation program, which provides an additional $100 per week in benefits.
State of Hawaiʻi Names 3 New Deputy Directors for Budget, Health Departments
Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige has appointed Gloria Chang as deputy director of the Department of Budget and Finance, effective July 1. And, Department of Health Director Elizabeth Char has appointed Kathleen Ho as Deputy Director of Environmental Health Administration at DOH (effective July 1) and Marian Tsuji as Deputy Director of Behavioral Health Administration at DOH (effective June 28).
Haʻikū Group Hosts Volunteer Workday at Kalakupua Playground, June 19
The Haʻikū Community Association will host a volunteer workday event at the Kalakupua Playground from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 19.
Bill Reintroduced to Improve Compassionate Release Following COVID-19 Outbreaks in Prisons
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) today reintroduced legislation that would accelerate the Bureau of Prisons’ approval process for compassionate release during a public health emergency.
Maui Police Reminds Public to Be Aware of Telephone Scam
The Maui Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division reminds the public to be aware of recent telephone scams.
Juneteenth is Added to Hawai‘i’s Official Calendar as a Permanent Day of Reflection
Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of African American enslavement in the United States, was added to the official state calendar as a permanent day of reflection, honoring the ancestral legacy and experience of African Americans.
Hāna Highway Cleanups Are a Family Affair; Notestone Family Honored
The Department of Transportation’s Highways Division selected the Notestone Crew to receive the No Ka Oi Highway Hui Awards. The quarterly recognition honors Adopt-A-Highway participants that have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to the anti-litter public service program.
No Public Aerial Fireworks Displays, No Firecracker Sales on Maui this July Fourth
There will be no public aerial fireworks display on Maui this year for the Fourth of July holiday, and retailers will not be selling firecrackers, so no firecracker permits will be sold.
Maui Teen Advances to IMG Junior World Golf Championship in San Diego
Renner Chumley, a 9th grader at Maui Preparatory Academy, is headed to the IMG Junior World Golf Championship in San Diego, California, July 12-16, 2021.
Maui Police Seek Help Locating Missing Man
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of 41-year-old Edward White, who also known goes by the name Guy White.
