Public Input Sought on $200M Lahaina Bypass Extension and Other Road Projects
The Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization is requesting community feedback on proposed transportation projects eligible for federal funding. The most significant proposal is a $200 million extension of the Lahaina Bypass that would connect directly to Kāʻanapali resorts. The Lahaina Bypass extension would connect the current endpoint at Keawe Street to Kāʻanapali’s Kakaʻalaneo Drive, allowing visitors […]
North Kihei Road Section Reopens Following Storm Damage Repairs
A section of South Kīhei Road between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street has reopened after storm-related repairs were completed ahead of schedule. The roadway was damaged by March Kona storms and repair work finished 10 days early. South Kīhei Road between Ohukai Road and Kūlanihākoʻi Street reopened June 10, completing storm damage repairs. March Kona […]
Makawao Ave. Nighttime Closures June 16-18 for Water Line Repairs
Makawao Avenue will be closed to through traffic between Baldwin Avenue and Makani Road from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. for three nights (June 16-18) while the Department of Water Supply conducts waterline repairs. Road closure affects Makawao Avenue between Baldwin Avenue and Makani Road for three consecutive nights. Through traffic will be detoured via […]
Traffic Accident Closes Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive Intersection
The intersection of Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive is currently closed due to a motor vehicle accident. A motor vehicle accident has forced closure of the Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive intersection. No timeline provided for when the intersection will reopen to traffic. Property owners should plan alternate routes if accessing rentals in the area. […]
Ocean water quality declining around Maui, 10-year study finds
A decade-long water monitoring program found declining ocean water quality around Maui’s coastline, with sediment and nitrate pollution exceeding state standards at most sites. The study covered 40 miles of leeward Maui coastline and provides baseline data on coastal water health. Water cloudiness from sediment exceeds state health standards at every monitored site across leeward […]
State Clarifies Big Beach Toll Booth Plans Amid Reservation System Concerns
Maui’s state parks administrator says toll booths planned for Makena State Park will only support existing fee collection, not implement reservation systems. This contradicts 2023 statements from DLNR about considering visitor controls at the popular beach. State parks administrator denies toll booths are for reservation systems or new access restrictions at Big Beach. Toll booths […]
Overnight Water Outage Affects Paia Properties June 10-11
Scheduled water service outage in Paia’s Kaiholo and Poho Place areas from 10pm June 10 to 5am June 11 for water main repairs. The outage will impact 75 residences, 5 condominiums, and 3 businesses. Water service will be shut off from 10pm June 10 to 5am June 11 in the Kaiholo Place and Poho Place […]
Maui County Approves $1.6B Budget, Adds Security Funding After Threat
The Maui County Council passed its $1.6 billion budget for 2026-2027 and added $50,000 for county property security after a recent incident where a congressional candidate allegedly threatened workers at a county building. The funding cannot be used for screening machines and awaits mayor approval. Council approved $50,000 in additional security funding after a gun […]
West Maui Energy Future Meeting Set for June 12 to Discuss Renewable Goals
Lahaina Strong and the Hawaii State Energy Office will host a community meeting on June 12 to discuss West Maui’s energy future and Hawaii’s 100% renewable energy goal by 2045. The meeting will include educational stations, presentations, and small group discussions for community input. Meeting scheduled for June 12, 5:30-7:30 PM at Maui YMCA West […]
UH Launches Cesspool Conversion Training to Meet 2050 Elimination Goal
University of Hawaii colleges on Maui and Big Island are offering a new certificate program to train wastewater specialists for converting the state’s 83,000 cesspools by 2050. The program responds to urgent infrastructure needs highlighted by recent flooding events. Hawaii Community College and UH Maui College launched a 23-credit certificate program for onsite wastewater treatment […]