Uncertainty over federal funding cuts hangs over the upcoming budget talks for Maui County
Council members say they'll be combing the budget for savings in case the county is impacted by cuts to federal programs or agencies helping with the Lahaina wildfire recovery.
Volcano Watch: A collapse at Maunaloa’s summit in 1868, like Kīlauea’s in 2018?
There seems to be enough evidence of some sort of collapse happening, which remains the only such event in the volcano’s documented history, simultaneously with a dramatic eruption that caused Hawai’i’s largest ever recorded earthquake, a magnitude-7.9 temblor that resulted in a tsunami and landslide in Ka’u that killed more than 100 people and lava flows that inundated 9 square miles.
Retired Hawaiʻi official Lloyd Hisaka inducted into National High School Hall of Fame
Hisaka is among 11 individuals selected nationwide for the honor, which is the highest recognition for those involved in high school sports.
Michelin-starred chef Sujan Sarkar to headline Kapalua Wine & Chef Series, April 12
Michelin-starred chef Sujan Sarkar and Rombauer Vineyards will present an exclusive Indian dining experience at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua on April 12.
Hirono, colleagues reintroduce legislation to protect, strengthen women’s retirement security
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) joined colleagues in reintroducing legislation to protect women’s retirement security. The Women’s Retirement Protection Act of 2025 (WRPA) would address systemic challenges women face to a secure retirement by strengthening protections and providing enhanced tools to ensure women can better prepare for retirement. The legislation was reintroduced alongside Sens. Tammy Baldwin […]
Swing for Aloha golf tournament benefiting Nā Hale O Maui returns for 9th annual event
The tournament will take place on Sunday, April 6, from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Mākena Golf & Beach Club.
Mālama Maui Nui announces opening night of 2025 Art of Trash and Trashion Show, April 19
Mālama Maui Nui has announced opening night details for its annual Art of Trash & Trashion Show, returning to Maui Mall Village in 2025.
Maui residents can support Maui Food Bank at Kahului Walmart
The 12th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” food security campaign runs at Walmart and Sam’s Clubs locations nationwide from March 1-31, 2025.
10 nonprofits win $100K in American Savings Bank community competition
American Savings Bank has awarded $100,000 to 10 local nonprofits through a community-driven competition celebrating the bank’s 100th anniversary.
Wine and Weaving event to support Hawaiian Civic Clubs’ fire recovery efforts
Net proceeds benefit Hawaiian Civic Clubs in Lahaina, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego for fire recovery efforts.
Aurum Maui set to debut at The Shops at Wailea in early 2025, restaurant now hiring
Aurum Maui, a new restaurant coming to The Shops at Wailea this spring, is now hiring. Offering a refined dining experience that blends New American cuisine with locally sourced ingredients, Aurum Maui is seeking passionate individuals to join its team.
Community-led coral restoration effort launches in South Maui
A new Community-Based Coral Restoration Area, established in South Maui, is offering damaged corals a chance to recover.
Coalition urges Hawaiʻi lawmakers to invest in public safety alternatives
The Reimagining Public Safety in Hawai‘i Coalition is calling on state legislators to shift funding toward community-based solutions rather than inc