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Maui’s major winter attraction – the humpback whales — are back, drawing visitors to recovering tourism industry
Watching the majestic humpback whales has become a tradition woven into the tourism economy of Maui Nui ever since they started coming back from near extinction in the 1970s due to successful conservation efforts.
Hale Makua announces new ‘CarePlex’ and workforce housing initiatives on Maui
Hale Makua Health Services, a Maui-born nonprofit serving the island for 80 years, today announced two landmark projects inspired by the community. The first project is an innovative health care complex in collaboration with Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association (HMSA) currently referred to as the “CarePlex.” The second project is a 100-unit workforce housing development.
Maui County releases new economic report outlining recovery strategies
The report, titled “A Community-Led Pathway Toward Maui’s Economic Recovery and Future,” presents six pathways and 34 project ideas, which evolved into 11 priority projects.
‘Maui County Fair’ bill headed to Budget, Finance, and Economic Development Committee
Maui County’s efforts to secure funding for the 2025 Maui Fair have taken another step forward.
HTA, County of Maui and UH bring collegiate basketball and clinic to Maui
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, in conjunction with the University of Hawai‘i and County of Maui’s Office of Economic Development, invites the Maui community to Kinipōpō Hīna‘i ma Pukalani, ‘Bows vs. Silverswords, to be held on Nov. 1 and 2 on Maui. The two-day event will feature men’s and women’s exhibition basketball games and a clinic for Maui keiki in grades four to six.
Local businesses affected by Maui wildfires encouraged to participate in County survey
The Maui Business Health Check survey, initiated by the OED, seeks feedback from businesses affected by the wildfires, with the intent of understanding the challenges they face and identifying areas where support and resources can be directed.
