PGA Tour Tournament Sponsor Gives Back with $120,000 in Local Charitable Donations
Sentry provided $120,000 in charitable contributions to Maui organizations as part of their PGA Tour tournament sponsorship activities. This donation highlights the positive economic and community impact that major sporting events bring to the island. Major tournament sponsor Sentry distributed $120,000 across multiple Maui-based charitable organizations The donations demonstrate how PGA Tour events create benefits […]
November Real Estate Activity Cools Down on Maui as Home Prices Reach $1.15M
Maui’s real estate market experienced a slowdown in November with the median home price hitting $1.15 million. This cooling trend reflects broader market adjustments that could impact both local housing availability and vacation rental investment opportunities. Median home prices on Maui reached $1.15 million in November, highlighting the island’s premium real estate market Market activity […]
Maui County Increases Water Infrastructure Investment with New Launiupoko Well Project
Maui County has expanded its water exploration efforts in the Launiupoko area, now planning to drill four exploratory wells instead of the originally proposed single site. This expansion represents the county’s commitment to strengthening water security for West Maui communities. Four exploratory well sites will be developed in Launiupoko to assess groundwater availability and quality […]
Health Officials Monitor Maui Water Systems After Additional Measles Traces Found
Health authorities have identified a second instance of measles in Maui’s wastewater monitoring system, prompting continued surveillance efforts across the island. Residents and visitors are advised to ensure their vaccinations are current as a precautionary measure. A second detection of measles has been confirmed in Maui’s wastewater surveillance program, following an earlier finding Health officials […]
New Agricultural Initiative Launched to Aid West Maui’s Ongoing Recovery Efforts
Kaibigan Ng Lahaina has unveiled plans for a community farming project designed to bolster food security and healing in West Maui as the region continues its recovery process. This grassroots initiative aims to provide fresh produce while fostering community connections in the aftermath of recent challenges. Local organization Kaibigan Ng Lahaina spearheads new community farm […]
South Maui Beach Access Changes: Paid Parking for Visitors, Reserved Spots for Locals Coming in 2026
A new tiered parking system will launch in South Maui next year, requiring visitors to pay for beach parking while providing free or discounted spaces for residents. Visitors will pay fees for beach parking while Maui residents receive priority access to free or reduced-rate spaces The program aims to address overcrowding at popular South Maui […]
Maui County Moves Forward with Extended Property Tax Relief for Fire-Affected Lahaina Residents
The Maui County Council has approved advancing legislation to extend property tax relief for survivors of the devastating Lahaina wildfires. This extension provides continued financial support to help residents rebuild and recover in the affected areas. County Council votes to move forward with extending property tax relief specifically for Lahaina wildfire survivors The relief extension […]
Lahaina Harbor Area Roads Set to Allow Daytime Traffic Beginning December 15
Several roads around Lahaina Harbor will reopen to daytime traffic starting December 15, improving access for residents and visitors to the popular waterfront area. Daytime access will be restored to streets surrounding Lahaina Harbor effective December 15, 2025 The reopening will improve connectivity for visitors staying in West Maui vacation rentals who want to explore […]
West Maui Fire Prevention Project Completed in Ukumehame Area
The Maui Emergency Management Agency has finished a comprehensive wildfire prevention initiative in the Ukumehame region, enhancing safety measures for residents and visitors in West Maui. Multi-month fire risk reduction efforts in Ukumehame area now complete, improving safety for the popular West Maui corridor Project focused on reducing vegetation and creating defensible spaces to prevent […]
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 […]