PUC Seeks Public Input on Utility Wildfire Liability Cap Before June 30 Deadline
Hawaii’s Public Utilities Commission has extended its public comment period to June 30 on a proposed liability cap that would limit how much electric utilities must pay in damages if their equipment causes a future wildfire. The cap would apply to future wildfires only, not the 2023 Lahaina fire. The PUC is developing a liability […]
Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across Islands in July
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free family movie screenings at locations across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July in honor of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor screenings are scheduled across Maui in July, with additional events on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. West Maui guests can attend two movie […]
Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across All Islands in July
Maui County’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host free outdoor movie screenings at multiple locations on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July. The family-friendly events are part of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor movie nights are scheduled across Maui in July, spanning Hāna, Lahaina, South Maui, Upcountry, and Central Maui. Screenings […]
Lahaina’s Front Street Walkway Restored with Blessing Event July 1
Maui County has completed repairs to approximately 1,450 feet of sidewalk and 700 feet of railing along Front Street in Lahaina, with a public blessing ceremony scheduled for July 1, 2026. The project is part of ongoing efforts to restore commercial activity to Lahaina town following the 2023 wildfire. The Front Street Railing and Walkway […]
Maui Council Approves New Hotel Zoning Districts for Grandfathered Vacation Rentals
The Maui County Council voted 7-2 to pass Bill 88, creating two new hotel zoning districts (H-3 and H-4) that give roughly 4,500 grandfathered vacation rentals on the Minatoya List a potential path to rezone and continue operating. The bill establishes the zoning framework only — individual properties must still apply for rezoning separately. Bill […]
Nā Kamehameha Pāʻū Parade Returns to Central Maui with Large Turnout
The annual Nā Kamehameha Commemorative Pāʻū Parade took place June 20, 2026, along Kaʻahumanu Avenue in Kahului, drawing large crowds and continuing with festivities at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center. The event celebrates Hawaiian culture and heritage in honor of King Kamehameha. The parade route ran along Kaʻahumanu Avenue from Mahalani Street to Kahului Beach Road on […]
The Forgotten Kaanapali Airstrip That Once Landed Guests Steps from the Beach
Kaanapali Beach had its own working airstrip from 1962 until the 1980s, allowing visitors to fly directly into the resort area rather than driving from Kahului. The historical piece explores why Maui’s main airport ended up so far from its major resort corridors. Amfac opened the Kaanapali Airstrip in June 1962, just 30 feet from […]
Maui Council Advances 1,600-Unit Kahului Development, Molokaʻi B&B Limits
The Maui County Council gave first-reading approval to land use bills enabling a large mixed-use workforce housing project near Kahului Airport, while also passing a bill restricting bed and breakfast locations on Molokaʻi. Bills 163 and 164 would rezone ~166 acres near Pūlehu/Hansen roads from agriculture to business-multifamily to allow ~1,608 workforce housing units with […]
Castle Resorts Takes Over Management of Lahaina Shores Beach Resort
Castle Resorts & Hotels has assumed management of Lahaina Shores Beach Resort on Front Street, taking over daily operations, housekeeping, and reservations for the oceanfront condominium property. The company plans to expand the rental pool by bringing more individually owned units under its management umbrella. Castle Resorts & Hotels now manages day-to-day operations, housekeeping, maintenance, […]
Maui Bus Goes Free for Students and County Workers Starting July 1
Beginning July 1, 2026, Maui Bus fixed-route service will be fare-free for students of any age with a valid student ID and County of Maui employees. The county is also adding new bus stops in Kahului, Haʻikū, Nāpili, and Kīhei. Students of any age with a valid student ID can now ride Maui Bus fixed […]