July free concert series set at the Shops at Wailea
The Shops at Wailea will host free concerts and a holiday celebration throughout July, including performances tied to Independence Day weekend and the return of the venue’s signature summer concert series.
Tokuda: Supreme Court firearms decision wrong for Hawaiʻi, wrong for public safety
US Rep. Jill Tokuda criticized the US Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling to strike down Hawaiʻi’s safety first default law that concealed-carry permit holders must receive permission before bringing firearms onto private property open to the public. “Today’s Supreme Court decision is wrong for Hawaiʻi, wrong for public safety, and the wrong precedent for states and […]
Phone scam alert: MFD warns of fraudulent fundraising
The Maui County Department of Fire and Public Safety is not soliciting donations or conducting any fundraising by telephone.
Lahaina to host Little League tournament for first time in 18 years
The West Maui Little League will host a District III Maui County tournament when the Minors Division tournament kicks off Friday through Sunday at the Lahaina Recreation Center Field No. 4. West Maui Little League last hosted a District III tournament in 2008.
Nāpili Kai Foundation awards a total of $51,000 in scholarships to eight students
The Nāpili Kai Foundation has awarded $51,000 in higher education scholarships to eight individuals including Foundation graduates, Lahainaluna High School graduates, alumni, and Nāpili Kai Beach Resort employee children.
4th Annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference spotlights local entrepreneurs
The fourth annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference wrapped up Tuesday in Waikiki after bringing together the state’s farmers, value‑added producers, food manufacturers, entrepreneurs, supply‑chain partners and resource providers.
Magnitude 3.16 earthquake in Nāpōʻopoʻo is likely an aftershock from the M6 quake on May 22
A magnitude-3.16 earthquake occurred 8 miles south of Hōnaunau-Nāpōʻopoʻo on the Island of Hawaiʻi at a depth of 13 miles below sea level at 8:34 a.m. HST on June 25, 2026.
USDA reports Hawaiʻi’s SNAP error rate at 10.92%, slightly above national average for states
Hawaiʻi recorded a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payment error rate of 10.92% in fiscal year 2025, exceeding both the congressional threshold and the national average, according to data released Wednesday by the US Department of Agriculture.
Life lessons learned, and… a proposal: Rowers arrive on Maui after epic 3,100-mile journey from Washington
A four member crew arrived on Maui, Wednesday after 54 days on the open ocean. The Row West Pacific voyage from Washington State to Kahului Harbor marked the completion of a 3,100 mile trek using pure human strength.
Recall: MorningStar Farms Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties potential plastic presence
The Hawai‘i Department of Health, Food and Drug Branch is alerting residents to a recall issued by MorningStar Farms for its Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties. The recall was issued due to the potential presence of plastic pieces which may cause injury or pose a choking hazard. The recalled products were distributed nationwide, including retailers like Safeway, Times Supermarket and Don Quijote in Hawai‘i.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Lopez joins coalition in applauding Shopify’s ban on sale of vaping products
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 25 state attorneys general and the City of New York in welcoming Shopify’s decision to ban the sale of all vaping products, including e-cigarettes, on its e-commerce platform.
Update: New Maui County water rates set to go into effect with new fiscal year, July 1
New water rate fees for fiscal 2027 will go into effect on July 1, according to the Maui County Department of Water Supply. “While water rates are increasing, most residential customers will see only a modest change in their monthly bill—about 1 to 2 percent on average,” Department of Water Supply Director John Stufflebean said.