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Maui County launches online TAT portal nearly three years after audit flagged collection problems

The Maui County Department of Finance has launched an online portal, myMauiTAT, for managing county transient accommodations tax accounts following a 2023 audit and council scrutiny over millions in delinquent taxes.

Nearly 4-foot ball python captured in Waiʻanae

The Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity captured a ball python. found in Waiʻanae on the leeward coast of Oʻahu, Saturday.

Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi invites Maui students to explore health care careers

Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi is helping inspire the next generation of health care professionals through its upcoming Career Exploration Day on Saturday, Nov. 14, in partnership with Maui Economic Development Board’s STEMworks program.

Hawaiʻi egg prices surge over 11% in past year

The price of a dozen eggs in Honolulu spiked more than 11% in the past year, from $9.04 a dozen to $10.06. That’s according to new statistics compiled by the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity, Market Analysis and News Branch. During that same span a dozen eggs from the US continent changed from $7.78 a dozen to $7.87, an increase of slightly more than 1%.

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines add new nonstop connecting Seattle with Osaka and Papeete

The airline will offer the only nonstop service between Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Osaka (KIX) and Papeete (PPT) when the routes launch next spring, with convenient connections from cities across Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines’ combined network.

Schatz bill signed into law targeting illegal fishing aims to help expose foreign, intentionally mislabeled ahi

“Our new law will give law enforcement a powerful new tool to detect where ahi comes from, help prevent seafood fraud, and give consumers better, more accurate information on what they’re buying and eating,” said Schatz.

Maui United Way details Kamaʻāina Credit application process and yearlong pilot to strengthen working households

Maui United Way has released updated details on the Kamaʻāina Credit for ALICE Households Pilot Program, including the application process, eligibility requirements, and yearlong support for working households across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi.

Brush fire in Kīhei burns 3-4 acres

(Update: Monday, October 19, 2026, at 3:52 p.m.) A brush fire has burned 3-4 acres along Piilani Highway (mauka side of the road), near Kaonoulu Street in Kīhei.

Free Pumpkin Patch admission for first 3,000 Maui guests this Sunday, Oct. 25

Toyota Hawaiʻi will cover admission fees for the first 3,000 attendees at the 2026 Pumpkin Patch at Kula Country Farms on Maui this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Maui Health appoints Wade Ebersole as Chief Executive Officer

Maui Health announced today the appointment of Wade Ebersole as Chief Executive Officer, effective Oct. 25, 2026. Ebersole has served as interim CEO since May 3, 2026, and was previously Maui Health’s Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

Maui County students to attend ‘Dive Into Education’ Event at UH West O‘ahu, Oct. 23

Nearly 200 high school students from Hawai‘i public schools statewide who aspire to be the state’s future teachers will attend the fourth annual Dive Into Education event this Friday, Oct. 23, at University of Hawai‘i West Oʻahu.

Hirono, Hawaiʻi delegation press Education Department over redirected minority-serving institution funds

US Sen. Mazie Hirono and a group of congressional Democrats are asking the US Department of Education to restore federal money they say was improperly shifted away from minority-serving institutions, a category of colleges that includes schools serving Native Hawaiian and Asian American and Pacific Islander students.

Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative Chevron Forward

15 days to election: How do mayoral candidates compare on Maui County’s challenging issues?
‘October surprise’ allegations could tighten Maui County’s mayoral showdown
Maui County’s top prosecutor denies police chief’s claims that mayor is under criminal investigation
Federal, local investigations spur fresh scrutiny and calls for more oversight of Maui Police Department

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation leads resolutions honoring Hawaiian History
Community turns out for UH Maui College’s Molokaʻi Farm Niu & Kalo Festival
Nolo nearly stationary south of Hawaiʻi Island, forecast to strengthen and remain well south of islands
Hawaiian Moment — ʻAhahui Kaʻahumanu, Hawaiʻi’s oldest Hawaiian civic society

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Maui County launches online TAT portal nearly three years after audit flagged collection problems

Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines add new nonstop connecting Seattle with Osaka and Papeete

Maui Health appoints Wade Ebersole as Chief Executive Officer

Hawaiian, Alaska airlines add new chef-designed menus and wines for premium cabins

Maui County unemployment rises to 3.1%; adjusted state rate reaches 2.8%

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

Free Pumpkin Patch admission for first 3,000 Maui guests this Sunday, Oct. 25

Hawaiʻi Craftsmen Statewide Exhibition opens Oct. 20 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Maui Community Orchestra hosts 3rd Annual Halloween Concert at ʻĪao United Church of Christ

‘Who’s Live Anyway?’ brings improv comedy Dec. 11 to the Maui Arts & Cultural Center

‘Witch Perfect’ adds second performance at Historic ʻĪao Theater

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Coconuts Fish Cafe launches new fundraiser program for local nonprofits and schools
Sheraton Maui opens Italian-inspired restaurant on Kāʻanapali Beach
UHMC celebrates 50 years of culinary education with 2026 Annual Noble Chef Gala and Wine Dinner Series
St. Anthony graduate Mark Mattos tapped as Coconuts Fish Cafe’s new regional director of operations
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

Free Renterʻs Rights Training offers education to local tenants and landlords, Oct. 21, 2026
Maui County condo sales jump in September as single-family sales decline
After successful completion, COVID-19 homeowner assistance fund program closes
Hawaiian Council announces Host Housing Support Program for families displaced by recent storms

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Christmas comes to Kā‘anapali with The Westin Maui’s new Holiday Suite and a full season of festivities
East Maui water issues focus of Oct. 24 event at Wailele Farm in Haʻikū
22nd Annual Lāhainā Town Cleanup rescheduled for Saturday
Photos: 99th Maui County Fair draws thousands on opening night, more to come

Big Island News Chevron Forward

Hawai‘i Police Department K9 locates missing elderly man in national park

K9 Trina successfully located the missing man on a trail, approximately two miles from where his rental vehicle had been located.

University of Hawaiʻi expands free Microsoft 365 access at all 10 campuses

This is one of several technology improvements that are underway as part of the university’s "Common Standard of Care" initiative.

Big Island elementary school closed due to water outage

The department is working with utility and facilities crews to restore service as quickly as possible.

CVS to pay $315 million for illegally filling unlawful opioid prescriptions, submitting false claims

The settlement requires CVS to address its future obligations in dispensing controlled substances after years of policies that prioritized corporate profits over patient safety.

Nov. 3 General Election in Hawai’i County: What you need to know about voting, candidates, amendments

Today, Voter Service Centers open in Hilo and Kailua-Kona, and there are 10 ballot boxes set up island-wide.

Kauai News Chevron Forward

Wastewater manhole, sewer line inspections underway in the Wailua area

The inspections will prompt one-lane closures on Leho Drive and Nehe Road.

CVS to pay $315 million and implement safeguards in a legal settlement involving invalid opioid prescriptions

CVS agreed to pay $315 million and for illegally filling unlawful opioid prescriptions and submitting false claims to federal healthcare programs.

No swimming advised after shark sighting reported at Hāʻena Beach Park

According to Ocean Safety Bureau officials, an 8-foot shark was sighted on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 8:45 a.m.

Briefs for Oct. 20: Annual Rainbow Wahine Invitational continues today, pairs compete in inaugural Kauaʻi Four-Ball Tournament

Quick stories on an ongoing golf invitational and the results of a new four-ball tournament last weekend.

Kauaʻi native with farming roots, stint at Moonshine University, to lead distillery operations at Kōloa Rum Company

Duke Kahaulelio-Yadaoʻs journey to the leadership position began on his family farm in Kalāheo and included a fermentation workshop and distilling course in Kentucky.