Leaders announce transition of Wildfires Disaster Case Management Program from state to county
Launched in November 2023, the Wildfires Disaster Case Management Program connects Maui wildfire survivors with trained disaster case managers who help assess needs, develop recovery plans and connect survivors with appropriate resources.
Maui Police Chief Pelletier issues statement following federal charges against high-ranking lieutenant
“These allegations involving Lieutenant Michael Vaitu’ulala are difficult for me to reconcile with the person I have known both professionally and personally for many years. I trusted him and considered him a friend, and he was present during deeply personal moments in my life, including conducting the blessing when my father’s ashes were scattered,” said Pelletier.
Maui County Council reflects on three years since the Aug. 8 wildfires
“With deep reverence for the County of Maui and its people who three years ago faced deadly and devastating wildfires, the Maui County Council sends its renewed blessings and support for recovery and healing,” Chair Alice L. Lee said.
Maui Artist Rafael Pereda unveils “Lahainaluna” to mark third anniversary of Lahaina Fire
As Lahaina marks three years since the Aug. 8, 2023 fire, Maui artist Rafael Pereda is unveiling “Lahainaluna,” a deeply personal new painting created over the past year in honor of the community he has called home for more than two decades.
Court finds probable cause in terroristic threatening case against congressional candidate on Maui
Probable cause was found Thursday during a preliminary hearing for 40-year-old Congressional candidate Kirill Basin of Kīhei, who is accused of two counts of first degree terroristic threatening for an incident reported Saturday at Keawakapu Beach in South Maui.
County releases recovery update ahead of 2023 Maui Wildfires anniversary
Three years after the Maui Wildfire Disaster, Mayor Richard Bissen and his administration report a continued focus on housing recovery and business rebuilding efforts. The response remains a focal point as the community recovers from one of the most complex megafires in US history.
Crater Road striping begins near Haleakalā National Park next week
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying the public that one lane on Crater Road (Route 378) will be closed beginning on Monday, Aug. 10 for permanent striping work. Traffic will be alternated in the open lane.
Three years later: Catholic Charities Hawaiʻi strives to heal invisible wounds of the Maui wildfires
Homes are gradually being rebuilt, while some businesses impacted by the wildfires have since reopened. Yet for thousands of survivors, the emotional impact of Aug. 8, 2023, continues every day.
West Maui keiki invited to inaugural Kā‘anapali Keiki Fishing Tournament End of Summer Bash
West Maui keiki ages 5 to 15 are invited to participate in the inaugural Kā‘anapali Keiki Fishing Tournament End of Summer Bash on Saturday, Aug. 22, at the Kā‘anapali Golf Courses Water Features.
Mākena Golf & Beach Club brought community together through family-focused plant and pickleball events
Mākena Golf & Beach Club (Mākena) brought families and community members together in July through two engaging events that celebrated recreation, cultural connection, and community wellbeing.
Southwest Airlines connects Hilo and Las Vegas with first regularly scheduled service
Southwest Airlines celebrated the launch of new nonstop service between Las Vegas and Hilo on Thursday, creating the first regularly-scheduled nonstop link between East Hawaiʻi and the “Ninth Island” with fast connections to nearly 80 places served nonstop by Southwest from Las Vegas on nearly 280 departures a day.
Nationwide search underway for next Office of Hawaiian Affairs chief executive officer
The board seeks a mission-driven executive with extensive senior leadership experience, demonstrated organizational and financial management expertise as well as a deep understanding of Native Hawaiian history, culture, values and contemporary issues.