State Launches Virtual Seabird Sanctuary Tours for Education Outreach
DLNR has created virtual field trips to remote Hawaiian seabird sanctuaries using 360° technology as part of the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana educational initiative. Virtual tours feature Lehua Island and Hōlanikū using 360° photos, videos, and biologist interviews. Educational content aligns with science standards and showcases conservation work at remote sanctuaries. In-person presentation scheduled […]
New Wailuku Film Festival Launches with 100+ Films This June
The inaugural Wailuku Film Festival runs June 17-21, 2026, featuring over 100 films including 55+ from Hawaii filmmakers, with screenings in Wailuku and at MACC. Festival tickets go on sale today for $15 (Wailuku venues) and $20 (MACC finale). Event showcases 55+ films from Hawaii filmmakers plus international works from Pacific and global creators. Programming […]
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 […]
Decatur STR Registration Lagging Despite July Enforcement Deadline
Only 25 property owners have registered under Decatur’s new short-term rental ordinance despite identifying 80 active properties. Enforcement with fines up to $500 per day begins July 1st. City identified roughly 80 active short-term rentals but only 25 have registered so far. Enforcement begins July 1 with fines up to $500 per day for unregistered […]
Hawaii Passes Flawed Corporate Campaign Finance Bill, Delays Implementation
Hawaii lawmakers passed legislation limiting corporate campaign activities despite acknowledging major flaws that could harm unions and nonprofits. The bill’s implementation is delayed until July 2027 to allow for fixes. State legislators passed SB 2471 restricting corporate campaign activities but admitted the bill has significant problems. Implementation is delayed until July 2027 to give next […]
Federal Climate Data Cuts Could Impact Pacific Military Base Operations
Federal budget cuts to climate monitoring agencies may reduce data quality for military installations in the Pacific, including Hawaii bases. The cuts affect agencies that provide flood and weather data used for military facility planning. Trump administration proposed 75% cuts to NOAA oceanographic studies and eliminated $564 million from U.S. Geological Survey. Military bases currently […]
Maui Family Seeks Medical Emergency Funds After Mexico Hospitalization
A Maui man is hospitalized in Mexico with organ failure after a fishing trip, with his family raising funds through GoFundMe to cover medical expenses and air ambulance costs. Chad Walker, 47, developed pancreatitis and kidney failure during a family vacation in Cancun. He is currently on a ventilator and too unstable for medical transport […]
UN Considers New Office for Island Tourism Economies Including Hawaii
A proposal for a UN Tourism office dedicated to small island tourism economies is gaining international support, which could provide better representation for destinations like Maui that face unique challenges including climate vulnerability and tourism dependence. The proposed UN Tourism office would address challenges specific to island destinations like air connectivity dependence, climate exposure, and […]
Morningstar Financial Services Disclosure Page – No Maui Rental News
This appears to be a generic Morningstar financial services disclosure page with no actual news content about Kaanapali Land LLC or Maui rental properties. Article contains only Morningstar’s standard transparency and privacy policy disclosures. No actual business news or updates about Kaanapali Land LLC are provided. Content appears to be a template page rather than […]
Training Aircraft Crashes into Water at Kalaupapa Airport Due to Wind
A preliminary FAA report found that gusty wind conditions caused a training aircraft to crash into the water while approaching Kalaupapa Airport on Molokai Monday morning. Multiple sources confirmed that both occupants sustained only minor injuries and were able to reach shore safely. Single-engine Sling LSA aircraft crashed at approximately 11:40 a.m. Monday while approaching […]