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UH campuses host graduation ceremonies; UH Maui College slated for May 14
There is no spectator limit at this year’s commencement ceremonies for the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College. The in-person event takes place on May 14, from 5-6:30 p.m.
Feb. 22, 2022 COVID-19 update: 150 new infections in Hawaiʻi
The latest data represents a total of 6,306 “active” cases statewide over two weeks. This is below the delta peak of 11,500. Maui County’s seven day average of cases is now 24.9 cases per 100,000. This is below the delta peak of 57.6 per 100,000 reported on Aug. 25, and the 412.1 per 100,000 reported on Jan. 21, 2022.
Monthly siren and Emergency Alert System test, Feb. 1, 2022
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2022 at 11:45 a.m.
Jan. 7, 2022 COVID-19 Update: 3,586 new cases in Hawaiʻi, 3 deaths
The state Department of Health is reporting a COVID-19 count of 3,586 new cases today, including 579 on Maui, 20 on Molokaʻi, and 11 on Lānaʻi.
Major Clean-Up Underway at Kanahā Wildlife Sanctuary and Amala Place
On Monday, Lt. John Yamamoto of the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement and his officers posted a half dozen camps in the bushes next to the beach, warning people they’d need to move today. State officials say the crews encountered at least two illegal campers who were told to leave before the contract crews and heavy equipment moved in.
Remnants of Linda Continue on Trek Across Islands
The NWS says that based on the latest guidance, the low will continue to track westward across Maui County and the center may pass just south of Oʻahu this afternoon, and then move south of Kauaʻi this evening.
Maui Humane Society Issues Urgent Request for Foster Homes for Dogs
Due to high surrender and stray intake rates, the shelter population is experiencing a surge. There are currently 198 cats/kittens and 23 dogs in foster homes.
Maui Ocean Center’s Marine Institute Has Rescued 172 Sea Turtles So Far This Year
Currently, the Marine Institute is providing life-saving medical care to nine sea turtle patients, all of which sustained injuries from interactions with fishing gear.
Hawaiian Electric Disconnection Moratorium to End May 31, 2021
The moratorium on disconnections for nonpayment of Hawaiian Electric bills ends on May 31, 2021. Customers with a past due balance are urged to set up a payment plan that can stretch installments over many months.
Volunteers Sought for Food Distribution on Molokaʻi
Maui Economic Opportunity on Molokaʻi is looking for three or four individuals to handle boxes of food during the monthly federal food surplus and kupuna distributions.
Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing in Hāna, April 5
Free drive-through COVID-19 testing will be available for Hāna residents on Monday, April 5, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hāna Ball Park in East Maui.
Hawai‘i Awarded $1.25 Million to Combat UI Fraud and Identity Theft
The state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations today announced that it was awarded $1,2115,000 from the US Department of Labor to combat fraud in the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and Pandemic Emergency Unemployment Compensation programs.
Maui Police Seek Help in Locating Woman Wanted on Felony Warrant
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating Iran Idania Acosta also known as Iran Rodriguez Acosta, 32, who they say is wanted on a felony warrant.
New Maui Commission on Healing Solutions for Homelessness Accepting Applications
The Government Relations, Ethics and Transparency Committee is seeking applications for the new Commission on Healing Solutions for Homelessness, Chair Mike Molina announced today. The deadline to apply is by noon on Feb. 19, 2021
Vaccine Distribution Delay Prompts Temporary Suspension of New Appointments for First Doses at Maui Hospital
“Unfortunately, last evening we were informed by the state that we will not be receiving the expected shipment for this weekend and next week. Because of this, we have made the difficult decision to postpone all first dose appointments scheduled between Sunday, Jan. 17 through Sunday, Feb. 7,” said Tracy Dallarda, Communications Director for Maui Health / Maui Memorial Medical Center.
