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Hawaiian Music Series featuring Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback, Jan. 23
The Hawaiian Music Series presents January’s performance by talented duo Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback. This free concert will take place on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 – one week earlier than usual – from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the picturesque Ocean Lawn at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
Maui Police Department’s CSI Camp 2025 accepting applications
Applications are being accepted for Maui Police Department’s CSI Camp 2025 – A Crime Scene Investigation Experience created for high school juniors and seniors.
MEO’s 60th Anniversary: Assisting residents on Lānaʻi
The 60-year-old Maui Economic Opportunity is the only Community Action Agency in the state that assists residents on multiple islands, including Lānaʻi.
Reps. Case and Tokuda re-introduce Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Protection Act
US Reps. Ed Case and Jill Tokuda have re-introduced the Hawai‘i Invasive Species Protection Act, which mandates USDA inspections of people, baggage, and cargo moving to Hawaiʻi, in coordination with federal agencies and the State.
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US Sen. Brian Schatz on Friday announced the names of 65 students he nominated to attend the nation’s military service academies.
Video of informational meeting on Ag Micro Grants available for viewing online
More than 75 individuals interested in the new round of Maui County Agricultural Micro Grants, which offer up to $25,000, gathered in-person recently at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku and via Zoom. A video of the gathering can now be found online.
$19.4M sewer line extension to support Kilohana housing and Lahaina community
A sewer line being built for the Kilohana Temporary Group Housing Site on Maui will have long-term benefits for Lahaina.
‘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.
Heavy rainfall closes certain West Maui parks
Ainakea Park, Nāpili Park and Lahaina Recreation Center’s Rec 1 baseball and softball fields closed Friday afternoon, Jan. 17, 2025, due to heavy rainfall and inclement weather, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
Tow truck accident in Kula claims life of Wailuku man
A 42-year-old Wailuku man was killed in a single vehicle collision in Kula, Maui on Friday. The accident was reported at 3:37 p.m. on Jan. 17, on Pulehuiki Road, about a half mile east of Lower Kula Road.
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Video of informational meeting on Ag Micro Grants available for viewing online
More than 75 individuals interested in the new round of Maui County Agricultural Micro Grants, which offer up to $25,000, gathered in-person recently at Maui Economic Opportunity in Wailuku and via Zoom. A video of the gathering can now be found online.
Surveys to help shape Maui’s agricultural future open to all
The nonprofit Common Ground Collective is calling on all members of the Maui community involved in food production, preparation, distribution and grocery shoppers to share their input by participating in its surveys. Feedback will be used to create agricultural infrastructure and to improve access to locally grown food on the island.
Mokulele Airlines puts temporary pause on all flights due to maintenance
Mokulele Airlines has temporarily paused all of its flights this morning, according to an announcement on the company’s website. The airline says the pause is due to maintenance and is being done out of an abundance of caution.
Hawaiian Electric safety strategy details actions to reduce potential for wildfires
Hawaiian Electric plans to deploy new technology, fortify infrastructure, minimize fire hazards and expand community partnerships to significantly reduce the risk of a wildfire started by its equipment, actions detailed in a new Wildfire Safety Strategy.
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Hawaiian Music Series featuring Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback, Jan. 23
The Hawaiian Music Series presents January’s performance by talented duo Wilson Kanakaʻole and Jarret Roback. This free concert will take place on Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 – one week earlier than usual – from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on the picturesque Ocean Lawn at the Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kāʻanapali.
Live concerts, art shows and more at The Shops at Wailea
There’s still plenty of time this month to experience a vibrant mix of music, art and cultural events at The Shops at Wailea. Here’s a look at what’s happening in the coming weeks.
Seabury Hall students present Art With Heart, Feb. 1, 2025
The Seabury Hall student group Art with Heart presents its annual collective of Seabury student art and performances entitled “The Family You Choose” on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the school’s ʻAʻaliʻikūhonua Creative Arts Center. The fine art gallery opens at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m.
Inaugural Recreation Expo for West Maui youth, Jan. 18
The West Maui Recreational Committee with Mana Mentors and Kahakukahi Foundation host the inaugural Recreation Expo for West Maui youth, Jan, 18, 2025, at 2 p.m. at DT Fleming Beach. The community event is focused on bringing youth activities—from sports to music—to keiki.
Akakū Upstairs hosts ‘My Partner’ film screening and discussion, Jan. 16
Akakū Maui Community Media kicks off its 2025 monthly Akakū Upstairs salon series on Thursday Jan. 16, 2025, with a screening of the award winning feature film, “My Partner.” There will be a followup discussion with Maui writer Lance D. Collins and Kānaka Maoli Director Keli’i Grace.
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Update: High surf warning replaced with advisory for north and west shores
Surf of 15 to 20 feet is forecast along northern shorelines, with 10- to 14-foot breakers along western coastlines through Sunday evening.
Kauai Weather Forecast for January 18, 2025
A cold front has diminished into a trough, leaving behind a remnant moisture axis with some showers lingering this morning over the Big Island. Elsewhere...
Kauai Surf Forecast for January 18, 2025
The large, long period northwest swell that peaked last night will steadily decline through the day. This will translate to slowly declining surf today,...
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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 19, 2025
Dry and stable conditions will persist across the state through the weekend. A gradual return to a more typical trade wind pattern is anticipated Sunday night...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 19, 2025
The current long period northwest swell will steadily decline through the rest of the weekend. This will translate to declining surf through the rest of the...
Update: High surf warning canceled for West Hawaiʻi
National Weather Service in Honolulu says surf heights have fallen below warning and advisory levels.