Economic Concerns Raised Over Maui’s Short-Term Rental Elimination Plans
A new opinion piece warns that eliminating short-term rentals on Maui could severely harm the island’s economy and job market. The commentary highlights potential negative impacts on local workers and businesses dependent on vacation rental tourism. Local advocates argue that phasing out vacation rentals could lead to significant job losses across Maui’s tourism-dependent economy The […]
Water Restrictions Lifted in Central and South Maui as Supply Conditions Improve
Maui County’s Department of Water Supply has officially ended Stage 1 water shortage restrictions for Central and South Maui areas, signaling improved water supply conditions across these regions. Stage 1 water shortage restrictions have been completely lifted for Central and South Maui, allowing normal water usage to resume The lifting of restrictions indicates that water […]
How Maui Vacation Rental Owners Win Despite HTA Chaos
Maui vacation rental owners benefit as Governor cleans house at tourism authority while committing $6 million to recovery efforts.
Hawaii Vacation Rental Owners Win Despite Mixed Tourism Reports
Hawaii vacation rental owners see opportunity as May spending jumps 18.9% while hotels report softness and airlines add flights.
Maui Vacation Rental Owners May Have Funded Their Own Attack
Maui vacation rental owners who generously donated to wildfire relief may have unwittingly funded lobbying efforts against their own properties. An alarming ethics complaint reveals that funds intended for fire victims were allegedly hijacked by a for-profit group masquerading as a charity. With no financial disclosures and connections to political attacks on vacation rentals, this situation raises serious questions about the integrity of charitable giving. Discover how these property owners became victims of a deceptive scheme and what legal recourse they may have to seek justice.
How Maui Vacation Rentals Are Under Shocking Attack
Maui Vacation Rentals: Owners Face Violent Threats Maui vacation rentals are under unprecedented attack. Property owners now face threats, violence, and harassment as the county rushes to eliminate 7,000 legal rentals. TLDR: Key Takeaways 7,000 Maui vacation rentals face elimination Committee began voting process July 2, 2025 Owners report death threats and violence Economic study […]
Maui County Holds Weekly Lahaina Recovery Update Meeting July 17
Maui County will host its weekly disaster recovery community meeting on July 17 at the Lahaina Civic Center gymnasium at 5:30 p.m. Topics include debris clearing progress, sewer infrastructure updates, and monitoring of the Olowalu debris storage site. The meeting takes place Wednesday, July 17 at 5:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center gymnasium. The […]
Lahainaluna Road Infrastructure Work Underway Ahead of August Reopening
Maui County will begin repairs and utility upgrades on Lahainaluna Road over the coming weeks, with a full reopening targeted for August 2024. Drivers should expect single-lane traffic delays during paving work. Lahainaluna Road between Honoapi’ilani Highway and Lahaina Bypass is scheduled to fully reopen in August 2024. Pavement repairs will require single-lane alternating traffic […]
Maui Wildfire Death Toll Expected to Rise Significantly from Current 36
A devastating wildfire destroyed 80% of historic Lahaina town on Maui, killing at least 36 people with the death toll expected to rise dramatically. President Biden declared it a major disaster and authorized federal aid. At least 36 people died in the Lahaina wildfire, with Governor Green saying the toll will rise “very significantly” beyond […]
Magnitude 4.7 Earthquake Shakes Big Island, Minor Effects on Maui
A moderate 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Big Island with light to moderate shaking reported across multiple communities. Some areas experienced brief power outages but no major damage was reported. The earthquake caused light to moderate shaking across Big Island communities from Hilo to Kailua-Kona. Some residents in Holualoa lost power immediately after the shaking […]