Hawaii Uses Odometer Readings for New Mileage-Based Road User Fees
Hawaii has implemented a mileage-based user fee system that charges drivers per mile driven rather than per gallon of fuel, using odometer readings during annual safety inspections to protect privacy. Hawaii assesses mileage-based fees through odometer readings during annual vehicle safety inspections, with payment due at registration renewal. The system replaces traditional fuel taxes and […]
Council Advances 170-Unit Housing Development Near Congested Paia Town
Maui County Council committee voted to advance a 170-home development proposal on former sugarcane land near Paia, despite existing traffic and parking issues in the already crowded north shore town. The development would include 120 single-family homes, 50 multi-family units, commercial businesses, and a medical clinic on 40 acres. A 200-stall public parking lot is […]
Emergency Water Repairs Cut Service to 75 Wailuku Homes for 3 Hours
Emergency water repairs caused a 3-hour outage affecting 75 residences in the Ekoa Place, Alaneo Place, and South Alu Road areas of Wailuku starting at 9:30 AM on May 26. Water service was disrupted for approximately 3 hours starting at 9:30 AM due to emergency repairs. The outage affected 75 residences and 15 fire hydrants […]
Upcountry Maui Water Service Back Online After Emergency Mainline Repairs
Water service has been restored to the Makawao area of Upcountry Maui following emergency repairs to a mainline break that were completed ahead of schedule. Water service restored as of 4:30 p.m. on May 25 in the Makawao Avenue to Makani Road area. The affected zone included properties from Old Haleakala Highway to Haleakala Highway. […]
S. Kihei Road Repairs Near Kamaole Beach Park II Target Fall Completion
Maui County awarded emergency repairs for the South Kihei Road sinkhole to P.B. Sullivan Construction, with work beginning June 1st and completion targeted for fall 2026. The county is pursuing federal emergency funding for the complex drainage and roadway reconstruction project. Construction contract awarded to P.B. Sullivan Construction Inc. with work starting June 1, 2026. […]
S. Kihei Road Repairs to Begin June 1, Fall Completion Target Set
Construction on the South Kihei Road sinkhole repair near Kamaole Beach Park II will begin June 1 with a target completion date of fall 2026. The County secured emergency federal funding and awarded the contract to P.B. Sullivan Construction. Construction bids were awarded to P.B. Sullivan Construction Inc. with work starting June 1, 2026. The […]
New Fast-Charging Station Opens at Kapalua Airport on Maui
Hawaii DOT opened a new electric vehicle fast-charging facility at Kapalua Airport with four 150kW chargers available 24/7. The station is part of a federally-funded program to expand EV charging infrastructure statewide. The charging depot features four 150kW DC fast chargers with standard connector types for most electric vehicles. The facility operates around the clock […]
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Rattles Hawaii Islands, No Tsunami Warning
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off Hawaii’s Big Island Friday night at 9:46 p.m., causing strong shaking felt across multiple islands including Maui. Multiple sources confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaii, though officials warn residents to check for damages and remain alert for aftershocks. 6.0 magnitude earthquake occurred at 9:46 p.m. Friday, 12 […]
Officials Warn Property Owners: Prepare for Active Hurricane Season
State and county officials are urging Hawaii residents to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season, which begins June 1, with multiple sources reporting warnings of increased storm activity. NOAA forecasters predict 5-13 tropical cyclones due to developing El Niño conditions, compared to the typical 4-5 storms per year. NOAA predicts 5-13 tropical cyclones this season […]
Maui Ocean Center Launches Cultural Dining Experience in Mā’alaea
A new multicultural dining and dance show called ‘Migrations’ debuts at Maui Ocean Center’s Seascape restaurant on May 29. The experience combines traditional Hawaiian cultural performances with international cuisine. The show features traditional Polynesian, Asian, Mexican and European dances alongside four courses of international food. Performances start at 7 p.m. on Fridays with check-in beginning […]