Mental Health Experts Share Tips for Managing Weather-Related Anxiety
Multiple sources reported on expert advice for dealing with anxiety caused by extreme weather events. Mental health professionals emphasize that having a disaster preparedness plan can help both safety and mental well-being. Mental health experts say preparation is one of the most powerful tools for managing both safety and mental health during extreme weather events […]
Dr. Harold Keyser Named 2026 Maui Legacy Farmer at Annual AgFest
Multiple sources reported that soil microbiologist Dr. Harold Keyser was honored as the 2026 Maui Legacy Farmer during the opening of the 17th annual Maui AgFest & 4-H Livestock Fair. The recognition came during the Maui Legacy Farmers Pancake Breakfast on May 30 at War Memorial Special Events Field. Dr. Harold Keyser, a retired Maui […]
Maui Land & Pineapple CEO Highlights West Maui Development Progress
Maui Land & Pineapple Company’s CEO reported progress on activating land and commercial assets in West Maui and upcountry areas during their annual shareholder meeting. The company is focusing on creating developments that support thriving local communities. Maui Land & Pineapple is actively developing land and commercial properties in West Maui and upcountry areas. The […]
Hawaiian Airlines Shows Best July 4th Performance While Other Carriers Face Delays
A new study analyzing three years of flight data shows Hawaiian Airlines had the lowest July 4th departure delays at 11.9%, while airports in Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest generally experienced smoother holiday travel compared to mainland hubs. Hawaiian Airlines recorded just 11.9% departure delays during July 4th travel periods from 2023-2025, the best performance […]
False Social Media Claims Target Celebrity’s Maui Property Dealings
Social media posts falsely claiming Oprah Winfrey profited $160M from Maui fire-affected properties originated from a satirical website, not legitimate news sources. Viral Facebook posts falsely alleged Winfrey bought fire-damaged Maui properties at low prices for massive profits. The claims originated from a satirical website that explicitly states nothing on their page is real. No […]
Maui County Opens Comment Period for Disaster Recovery Buyout Program Changes
Maui County is seeking public input through July 1 on proposed amendments to its disaster recovery plan that would modify the Strategic Voluntary Mitigation Buyout Program. The changes include setting maximum assistance amounts and creating prioritization criteria for applicants. Public comment period runs through July 1 for proposed disaster recovery plan amendments. Changes would establish […]
Hale Mahina Seeks County Approval for Beach Access Agreement
Hale Mahina condo association is asking for public support of their proposed agreement with Maui County to provide beach access through their property’s south side after determining north-side access would be unsafe. The property has not provided required public beach access for over 50 years and received a Notice of Violation. A north-side pathway opened […]
Hawaii Teachers Union Ranked Among Nation’s Most Powerful in New Study
A national education research study ranked Hawaii’s teachers union as the 5th strongest in the US, with 96% of K-12 teachers being union members. Hawaii’s teachers union was ranked 5th strongest nationwide by the Fordham Institute research study. 96% of Hawaii’s K-12 teachers are union members, placing the state 5th highest nationally for membership rates. […]
Mental Health Experts Recommend Emergency Planning to Reduce Weather Anxiety
Multiple news outlets reported on expert advice for managing anxiety related to extreme weather events. Mental health professionals emphasize that having a disaster preparedness plan can help reduce stress during hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other emergencies. University of Hawaii health economist Ruben Juarez, who directed the Maui Wildfires Exposure Study on the 2023 fires, says […]
Free Coconut Festival Coming to Maui Nui Botanical Gardens in June
A free community festival celebrating Hawaiian coconut culture will be held June 13th at Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, featuring workshops, food demonstrations, and educational booths. The ‘Aha Niu festival runs 9am-3pm on June 13th at Maui Nui Botanical Gardens with free parking at War Memorial Stadium. Attendees can participate in hands-on workshops including coconut weaving, […]