MPD Expands Crisis Response Training to Include Resort and Business Staff
Maui Police trained 21 new Crisis Intervention Team members, including staff from Wailea Beach Resort-Marriott and other local businesses, to improve responses to mental health emergencies. The 40-hour certification program teaches de-escalation techniques for mental health and emotional crises. Training participants included police, county staff, and employees from Wailea Beach Resort-Marriott and Wailuku Federal Credit […]
Emergency Water Repairs Cut Service to Makawao Ave Area for 4 Hours
Water service was cut to a section of Makawao Avenue in Upcountry Maui for approximately 4 hours starting at 11:25 a.m. on May 12 due to emergency repairs. The outage affected 20 residences and 2 fire hydrants. Water service disrupted on Makawao Avenue between Makani Road and Mahola Street for emergency repairs. Outage lasted approximately […]
Monthly Community Healing Event Returns to Lahaina This Weekend
Pa’ūpili 3rd Saturdays, a monthly community gathering for Lahaina wildfire recovery, returns May 16 with local vendors, entertainment, and support services. The free event runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lahaina United Methodist Church. Over 15 Lahaina-based vendors will offer products, services, and community resources at the event. The gathering features live entertainment from […]
Weekend Road Closures on Makawao Avenue Continue Through June 2026
Makawao Avenue will have weekend road closures from May 16 through June 21, 2026, as part of ongoing reconstruction work. Local traffic access will be maintained during the closures. Full weekend closures from 6 a.m. Saturday to 6:30 p.m. Sunday affect different sections each weekend through June 21, 2026. Local traffic access will be maintained […]
Maui County Seeks Input on New Lahaina Community Center and Field House
Maui County will hold a public meeting May 19 to gather community feedback on plans for a new multipurpose community center and field house near Lahaina Recreation Center. Both facilities will serve as emergency resources and community gathering spaces. Public meeting scheduled May 19, 5:30-7 p.m. at Lahaina Civic Center social hall for community input. […]
Maui County Offers $150K Grants for Financial Literacy Programs
Maui County’s Office of Economic Development is offering $150,000 in grants for financial literacy programs serving residents, with applications due June 15. The funding prioritizes programs covering budgeting, credit, housing readiness, and small business financial management. Grant applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on June 15, 2026. Priority given to programs serving underserved communities […]
Hawaii Magazine Reveals 2026 Top-Rated Hotels Across Maui and Big Island
Hawaii Magazine has published its 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards for Maui and Hawaii Island, highlighting the top-performing hotels and resorts as voted by travelers. The awards recognize excellence across multiple categories including luxury, value, family-friendly accommodations, and spa services. Grand Wailea Maui topped the luxury resort category on Maui, while Four Seasons Resort Hualalai led […]
Ho’okipa Hosts First-Ever State High School Surfing Championship
Maui County has reported on the successful hosting of Hawaii’s inaugural state high school surfing championships at Ho’okipa Beach Park on May 1-2, 2026. The event drew significant participation and praise for the venue’s world-class conditions. 174 high school surfers (87 boys and 87 girls) competed in the first-ever HHSAA state surfing championship Over 1,000 […]
Wailea Beach Path Offers Accessible Tourist Experience for All Visitors
The Wailea Beach Path is a 1.5-mile paved walkway connecting major South Maui resorts and beaches, offering an accessible outdoor experience that requires no permits or advance planning. The paved path runs from Polo Beach to Mokapu Beach, passing iconic resorts like Four Seasons, Grand Wailea, and Andaz Maui. Public parking is available at Polo […]
New Visitor Safety Program to Be Presented at South Maui Rotary Meeting
A presentation on May 13 will introduce a new visitor safety program developed by the Maui Nui Visitor Aloha Society in partnership with the Hawaii Tourism Authority. The program includes volunteer training and cultural awareness components. Dr. Alexandra Witkin will present the Maui Nui Visitor Aloha Society program at Kīhei-Wailea Rotary on May 13, 1:30-2:30 […]