DTRIC Insurance to exit Hawaiʻi insurance market
DTRIC has announced its intent to transition to a run-off insurance carrier in Hawai‘i; meaning that it will no longer issue new policies or renew existing ones. However, DTRIC will continue to administer all active policies, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations, over the next several years.
Green waste recycling facility to provide Maui compost
Hawaiʻi Organics Compost, LLC has opened its new green waste and clean wood pallet recycling facility, offering Maui residents and businesses a sustainable alternative to landfilling. The Waikapū facility is the largest operation of its kind on the island, turning organic materials into compost, mulch, topsoil and other products for local use.
OHA seeks input on 15-year strategic plan update
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees is updating its strategic plan, and has called on beneficiaries and the community to share feedback before Monday’s deadline.
Public invited to learn ’10 healthy habits for your brain’ at next Kīhei Rotary meeting
On Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, Calvin Hara, community educator of the Alzheimer’s Association Hawaiʻi Chapter and member of the Alzheimer’s/Dementia Rotary Action Group, will present “10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain” at the public meeting of the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea.
Staff positions open for Hawaiʻi House of Representatives 2026 Legislative Session
The Hawaiʻi House of Representatives is inviting applications for temporary staff positions for the upcoming 2026 Legislative Session, offering residents the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in state government and public service.
Central Maui, Upcountry, Pāʻia-Haʻikū community budget meetings scheduled next week
Community budget meetings are scheduled next week in Central Maui, Upcountry and Pāʻia-Haʻikū for residents to share their priorities and provide input on the county budget for Fiscal Year 2027, which begins July 1, 2026.
Sacred Hearts School to host Fall Festival celebrating resilience and community
Sacred Hearts School hosts its Fall Festival on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 2530 Kekaʻa Drive, the school’s temporary campus in Kā‘anapali, Maui. The special one-day event transforms the annual school fair into a celebration of the journey of H.E.A.R.T.S. and resilience, with proceeds benefiting the school’s H.E.A.R.T.S. of Resilience Campaign.
Blessing ceremony marks establishment of Hoʻolaʻa Hale volunteer base for Lahaina rebuild
On Oct. 6, the Board of Directors of Ho‘ōla iā Mauiakama Long Term Recovery Group hosted a site blessing ceremony for Ho‘ōla Hale. The building, located at Maria Lanakila Catholic Church’s Sacred Hearts School, will serve temporarily as housing and operations headquarters for Mennonite Disaster Service volunteers, who will dedicate their time and skills to rebuilding homes for Lahaina wildfire survivors.
PMāʻia Elementary School to remain closed through Tuesday; distance learning to continue
Pāʻia Elementary School will remain closed through Tuesday, Oct. 14. In consultation with the state Department of Health, HIDOE is conducting wipe testing on campus and ash testing off-site to detect possible heavy metals.
OHA concludes work at Hawaiian Council Native Hawaiian Convention
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs wrapped up its participation in the Hawaiian Council’s 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention, which was held this year in Tulalip, Washington. “This convention was more than a gathering-it was the beginning of a movement,” said OHA Board of Trustees Chairperson Kaialiʻi Kahele. “OHAʻs participation exceeded our expectations, and the feedback weʻve […]
Temporary Investigative Group to release report Oct. 14 on proposed phase out TVRs in apartment districts
Council Member Nohelani Uʻu-Hodgins announced that a report from the temporary investigative group she led on policy responses to the possible phasing out of transient vacation rental uses in Apartment Districts will be released Tuesday.
Senate passes National Defense Authorization Act with $10B in Hirono-led provisions
“Investments in DOD infrastructure, military readiness, and support for our servicemembers are all crucial to bolstering our national security,” said Hirono. “This year’s NDAA makes those critical investments, including funding to facilitate the permanent closure of Red Hill, as well as over $1.1 billion to support infrastructure projects in Hawaiʻi.”