Maui News
BREAKING: Large COVID-19 Cluster at Maui Church Warrants Caution
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is issuing guidance to a Maui church and its congregation because of the imminent health threat posed by a large cluster of COVID-19 cases.
Webinars Scheduled for Coffee Growers on Possible Fungicide Use
The University of Hawai`i’ – College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources and Hawai`i Department of Agriculture are hosting two free webinars to inform Hawai`i coffee growers on the potential use of a fungicide to combat coffee leaf rust. The webinars are scheduled for 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 1 and Thursday, April 8.
Water Valve Replacement in Lahaina, April 1
A mainline valve replacement project will affect water service for two hours in West Maui from 9:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Thursday, April 1, the Department of Water Supply announced.
Wailea Golf Academy Director Inducted into Marquis Who’s Who
Wailea Golf Academy Director of Instruction Claude Brousseau, PGA Master Professional, has been inducted into Marquis Who’s Who, a biographical registry of individuals and innovators who have demonstrated professional integrity and outstanding achievement in their respective fields.
New Fueling Facility to Save MEO $14,000 Annually
Maui Economic Opportunity and Hawaiʻi Petroleum officials blessed a new gasoline and diesel fuel station at the MEO transportation baseyard in Puʻunēnē on Monday.
Maui Crime March 21-27, 2021: Burglaries, Break-ins, Thefts
The percentage of burglary cases decreased 40 percent from the week before when 10 incidents were reported. Vehicle thefts decreased 50 percent from the week before when four incidents were reported. Vehicle break-ins decreased 30 percent from the week before when 10 incidents were reported.
Swarm of 130 Small Earthquakes Detected at Mauna Loa
“These earthquakes may result from changes in the magma storage system and/or may be part of normal re-adjustments of the volcano due to changing stresses within it,” the HVO reports.
HTA Tracking Study: 78% Recommend Visiting Hawaiʻi Within Next Six Months
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority released the results of a special tracking study, which surveyed visitors from the U.S. mainland who visited Hawaiʻi from Feb. 12 through Feb. 28, 2021 to gauge their experience with Hawaiʻi’s Safe Travels program and overall trip satisfaction.
2021 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a Call for Entries
The 2021 Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pā‘ū Parade and Ho‘olaule‘a celebrate virtually at 10 a.m. on June 19. Parade participants interested are asked to submit entry forms by the deadline at 4:30 p.m. on April 16.
Maui Ocean Center Re-Opens Seascape Restaurant and Expands Park Hours
Maui Ocean Center reopens Seascape Restaurant for lunch service daily from 11 a.m. through 3 p.m. beginning on Monday, April 5. The center has also expanded park hours from 9:30 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. as of Saturday, March 20.
March 30, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 71 Cases (45 O‘ahu, 12 Maui, 6 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Kaua‘i, 7 Out-of-State)
The state Department of Health reports that there were 71 additional COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Tuesday, including 45 on O‘ahu, 12 on Maui, six on Hawai‘i Island one on Kaua‘i, and seven in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state. There were a total of 1,110 cases logged over the past two weeks, 345 of them in Maui County.
Southwest Airlines Now Offering Pre-Cleared Arrival into Hawai‘i
Southwest Airlines is now offering pre-clearance for customers arriving in Hawaiʻi. The service is available for customers who present evidence of their compliance with the Hawaiʻi Safe Travels program.
State Releases $165 Million for Capital Improvement Projects in Hawaiʻi
The state of Hawaiʻi has released more than $165 million in funds for capital improvement projects, with $5.3 million specifically earmarked for Maui County projects to improve public schools and traffic operations; reconstruct a runway at Lānaʻi airport; and install a greywater reuse filtration system at Kanahā Beach Park.
Hawai‘i Congressman Kahele Visits Space Force Members at Maui Research Site
US Congressman Kai Kahele and his Deputy Chief of Staff Ikaika Māhoe, took part in a visit to the Air Force Research Laboratory’s Maui Research and Technology Park on March 19.
Mokulele Airlines Completes Maui Terminal Renovation; New Kahului-Hilo 4x Daily Route
Mokulele Airlines held a blessing today, marking completion of a long-awaited facelift of its Kahului Commuter Terminal on Maui. The airline also announced brand-new daily service between Kahului and Hilo, which is set to begin on April 19, with four-times-a-day service.
March 29, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 103 Cases (52 O‘ahu, 36 Maui, 10 Hawai‘i Island, 5 Out-of-State)
The state Department of Health reports that there were 103 additional COVID-19 cases reported in Hawai‘i on Monday, including 52 on O‘ahu, 36 on Maui, 10 on Hawai‘i Island and five Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state. There were a total of 1,158 cases logged over the past two weeks, 364 of them in Maui County.
Upcountry Councilmember Sugimura Hosting Public Online Meeting April 1 about FY 2022 Budget
Maui County Upcountry Councilmember Yuki Lei Sugimura will host an online meeting to hear input from community members about the upcoming Fiscal Year 2022 budget on April 1 at 5:30 pm.
$11 Million in Economic Coronavirus Relief for 5 Airports in Maui County
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Airports Division has received authorization for $11,098,912 in Coronavirus Relief and Response Supplemental Appropriations for five airports in Maui County. It’s part of a larger $46.3 million appropriation for a dozen airports across the state.
Maui Police Launch Distracted Driving Awareness Campaign April 5-11
To date the Maui Police Department has issued 359 citations for Distracted Driving compared to 329 citations issued this same time last year. In CY 2020 MPD issued a total of 1730 distracted driving citations.
Seabury Hall Closes Early Today for COVID-19 Contact Tracing
The Seabury Hall school in Makawao closed its campus early today to allow for contact tracing after administrators were notified this morning of a positive COVID-19 case.
