Maui News
Elderly Relative of Deceased Hilo Shooting Suspect Dies of Apparent Cardiac Arrest
A second person is dead following a police involved shootout in Hilo over the weekend. Hawai’i Island Police say a 91-year-old relative of the deceased suspect appeared to go into cardiac arrest during police response to a domestic incident at the Mokuhonua Lane residence on Sunday night.
Interisland Quarantine Ends Today
Starting today, all restrictions on interisland travel are ending. Passengers traveling from O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i or Hawai‘i Island will no longer be required to complete a Safe Travels profile or provide proof of a pre-travel test or vaccination when traveling to other counties within the state. This only applies to travel within the State of Hawai‘i.
St. Anthony School Announces David Kenney as New Head of School
The St. Anthony School Board of Directors today announced their selection of David Kenny as new Head of School.
Update on Maui Pet Adoption Story that Helped Earn $50K for Maui Humane Society
Rory shared an update on how adopting Kaia has been incredibly rewarding for his family. “Having Kaia home to accompany my 11-year-old daughter during distanced learning gave me so much peace of mind. Kaia has inspired our family to foster eight dogs in the past seven months, and even led me to begin a new relationship,” said Rory.
Results: 27th Annual Pōhai Nā Keiki Nalu Surf Contest
Results are in from the 27th annual Pōhai Nā Keiki Nalu surf contest held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 at Launiupoko in West Maui.
Public Feedback Sought on Broadband Connectivity Issues in Maui County
Council Chair Alice L. Lee today announced a new survey to gather feedback from residents and businesses on broadband connectivity issues.
Maui Health Announces New Chief Operating Officer, Wade Ebersole
Maui Health today announced the appointment of its new chief operating officer, Wade Ebersole, who fills the spot vacated by Debbie Walsh several months ago. Wade and his family are relocating to Maui and he will begin his new role Monday July 12, 2021.
West Maui Customers Urged to Conserve Water Through Aug. 6
West Maui residents and businesses served by the County of Maui Department of Water Supply are reminded to voluntarily conserve water while the Mahinahina Water Treatment Facility undergoes upgrades. The facility is expected to be back online no later than Aug. 6, 2021.
One Case of “Delta” Variant Detected in Hawai‘i by State Lab
The variant was detected in a specimen from an O‘ahu resident, who traveled to Nevada in early May. The person was fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to travel and had a negative SARS-CoV-2 test prior to departing Nevada. The person developed mild symptoms consistent with COVID-19 several days after returning to Hawai‘i and tested positive for SARS-CoV-2. To date, there is no evidence of household transmission or secondary cases.
June 14, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 56 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 22 on O‘ahu (-1 probable); 13 on Maui (+1 probable); seven on Kaua‘i; four on Hawai‘i Island; and 10 in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Blood Bank of Hawai‘i in Urgent Need of Donors on Maui
The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi is in urgent need of donors on Maui for all blood types, particularly O-/O+.
DOH Launches Healthy Hawaiʻi Strategic Plan and Unveils Vision for 2030
More than 200 stakeholders, advocates and visionaries across the state gathered virtually today to launch the Healthy Hawai‘i Strategic Plan 2030, a roadmap for improving the health of Hawai‘i residents by preventing and reducing chronic disease.
Hawaiʻi Mail Carriers Bit by Dogs 19 Times in 2020, a 58% Increase from 2019
More than 5,800 US Postal Service employees across the nation were attacked by dogs in 2020. In Hawaiʻi, 19 mail delivery personnel were bit by dogs, a 58% increase over the previous year’s total of 12. USPS is providing the public with the do’s and don’ts of responsible dog ownership as part of its annual National Dog Bite Awareness Week.
Study About Storms and Rainfall on Oʻahu To Improve Water Management
To help inform future water management decisions in Hawaiʻi, researchers published the first study in the state that characterizes the frequency of several atmospheric disturbance types and the associated magnitude of rainfall on Oʻahu.
80 Acres on O‘ahu Transferred from Federal Government to Native Hawaiian Community
An 80-acre parcel of surplus federal property at the former NOAA Pacific Tsunami Warning Center on O‘ahu is being transferred for inclusion in the Hawaiian Home Lands Trust. The land has the potential to provide homesteads for 200 to 400 Native Hawaiian families.
Hilo Man Dies During Exchange of Gunfire with Police
One officer, a 13-year veteran of the department, reportedly returned fire and struck the suspect several times. Police have since identified the suspect as 34-year-old Ryan Y. Santos of Hilo, and say he died at the scene.
Five Maui County Students Receive Josh and Souk Jerman Foundation Scholarships
Five Maui County high school seniors have been awarded $1,000 each by the Josh and Souk Jerman Foundation Scholarship program.
California Man Found Unresponsive During Snorkeling Trip Off Maui
A California man was found unresponsive during a snorkeling trip off of Maui on Sunday afternoon.
June 13, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 36 Cases (32 Confirmed, 4 Probable)
The confirmed cases included: two on Hawai‘i Island; 16 on O‘ahu; nine on Maui (+3 probable); and five in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state (+1 probable).
Ha’ikū Community Association Finalizes Grants after March Flooding
The community grant partnership between the HCA and the Nuestro Futuro Foundation totaled nine grants as part of their Disaster Relief Fund following the March flooding.
