Four Seasons Lānaʻi Offers Father’s Day Events and Michelin Chef Dining
Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi is hosting Father’s Day dining events and a two-night Michelin-starred chef collaboration on June 19-20. The resort is promoting special activities including dining, spa treatments, and golf experiences. Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi is hosting Michelin-starred Chef Christophe de Lellis from Dallas restaurant Mamani for a two-night dining event June 19-20. The […]
Union Backs Pahia for County Council, Citing Food Security Focus
United Food and Commercial Workers union endorsed Bobby Pahia for Maui County Council, highlighting his commitment to food security and working families. The endorsement follows Pahia’s testimony urging county agricultural funding reforms. UFCW 480, representing 3,100 Hawaii workers, endorsed Pahia for his focus on food security and worker dignity. Pahia recently testified to County Council […]
Maui County Mayor and Council Races Set as Candidate Filing Deadline Passes
The candidate filing deadline has passed for the 2026 elections, setting the field for Maui County mayor and council races. Ten candidates will compete for mayor while various council districts have multiple contenders. Ten candidates filed to run for Maui County mayor, including incumbent Richard Bissen Jr. All Maui County Council districts have candidates, with […]
Maui County Liquor License Renewals Due June 15
Maui County is reminding liquor license holders that renewal applications must be submitted by 4 p.m. on June 15, 2026, or licenses will expire June 30. Liquor license renewal applications are due by 4 p.m. on June 15, 2026. Current licenses will expire on June 30, 2026 if not renewed by the deadline. Applications must […]
Maui Mayor’s Race Draws 10 Candidates; Council Elections Set for November
Mayor Richard Bissen faces nine challengers including Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura in a crowded field. Several Council races will skip the primary and go directly to November’s general election. Ten candidates filed to run for Maui mayor, including incumbent Richard Bissen and Council Vice Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura. Two Council members from Molokai […]
New Laws Target Permit Delays That Slow Housing Construction Statewide
The Hawaii Legislature passed several bills aimed at speeding up building permits by addressing staff shortages and streamlining processes. The measures allow counties to offer higher salaries for permit reviewers and standardize permit data between counties. Counties can now recruit permitting staff at higher salaries and offer incentives to address reviewer shortages. New legislation clarifies […]
Construction begins at popular Hāna state park with parking changes
Multiple sources report that construction work at Waiʻānapanapa State Park in Hāna will begin June 6, affecting visitor access and parking arrangements at one of Maui’s most popular tourist destinations. The project aims to improve facilities and road conditions at the heavily visited park. Construction starts June 6 on a new comfort station and Honokalani […]
Current Weather Conditions Remain Generally Favorable Across Maui
Multiple weather forecasts show typical June conditions continuing across Maui with sunny to partly sunny skies in most areas. The North Shore is experiencing higher shower activity, while other regions maintain mostly clear conditions with breezy trade winds. West and South sides experiencing sunny, breezy conditions with highs in the low 80s North Shore seeing […]
Civil Beat Survey Asks Maui Council Candidates About STR Phase-Out Plans
A media survey will ask Maui County Council candidates about their approach to the ongoing vacation rental phase-out affecting thousands of properties. The survey responses will be published before July ballots arrive. Civil Beat is surveying all 2026 candidates about key issues affecting their districts and offices. Maui County Council candidates will specifically be asked […]
Maui Beauty Company Emphasizes Local Production and Hiring
Island Essence, a Maui-based luxury bath and beauty brand, prioritizes local employment and production over cost-cutting outsourcing options. The company creates products using Hawaiian ingredients like plumeria, kukui nut, and tamanu nut oils. Island Essence produces luxury bath and beauty products using Hawaiian fragrances and oils including plumeria, gardenia, and kukui nut. General Manager Charade […]