Category: The Maui Brief

Pleasant Conditions Expected Across Maui Through Thursday

Mostly sunny and breezy weather continues with scattered light showers in some areas. Good conditions for outdoor activities and guest experiences through Thursday. West and South sides will see mostly sunny skies with minimal rain chances. North Shore and East Maui expect scattered showers with 50% rain probability. Breezy northeast winds of 10-25 mph across […]

Four Seasons Wailea Completes First Phase of Major Resort Renovation

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea has opened its renovated Club Floor with 26 redesigned rooms and upgraded amenities. The renovation is part of a comprehensive property transformation continuing through 2026. The resort completed renovations of 26 guest rooms and suites plus a new Club Lounge with concierge services. A multi-phase renovation will continue through […]

Washington Tourist Faces Federal Charges for Attacking Maui Monk Seal

Multiple news outlets report that federal authorities charged a Washington state tourist with harassing an endangered Hawaiian monk seal after video captured him throwing a coconut-sized rock at the animal near Lahaina. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and highlights ongoing challenges protecting Hawaii’s critically endangered monk seals. Igor Mykhaylovych Lytvynchuk, 38, of Covington, Washington […]

HTA Launches Maui-Focused Tourism Programs with $10K Awards for Local Groups

Multiple sources report that the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority has opened applications for its 2026 Community Tourism Collaboratives, exclusively targeting Maui-based organizations. The programs aim to support community-centered tourism while advancing the island’s recovery efforts. Applications are open until June 8, 2026 at noon HST for two cohort-based programs exclusively for Maui organizations Community Stewardship program […]

Maui County Seeks Input on New Lahaina Community Center and Field House

Maui County is hosting a public meeting May 19 to gather community input on plans for a new multipurpose community center and field house near the Lahaina Recreation Center. The facilities will serve as gathering spaces and emergency resources for West Maui residents. Public meeting scheduled for May 19, 5:30-7 p.m. at Lahaina Civic Center […]

Maui Police Honor Fallen Officer During National Police Week Observance

The Maui Police Department is participating in National Police Week events in Washington D.C. and illuminating the Wailuku Police Station in blue throughout May to honor fallen officers. MPD delegation attending memorial events in Washington D.C. to honor Officer Suzanne O at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Wailuku Police Station will display blue lighting […]

Maui County Parks Department Placeholder – No Current News Available

Maui County’s Parks and Recreation department has no current news to report, directing visitors to check press release sections for updates. No specific parks or recreation news is currently available from Maui County. Additional information can be found in department and county press release sections. This appears to be a placeholder message on the county’s […]

African Mountain Fire Study Shows Climate Change Impact on Remote Ecosystems

Research on a 2012 wildfire in Africa’s Rwenzori Mountains found it was the first major fire in 12,000 years in an ecosystem previously too cold and wet to burn. Scientists warn that climate change may be making similar high-altitude ecosystems worldwide more vulnerable to fire. The 2012 wildfire in Uganda’s Rwenzori Mountains was unprecedented in […]

War Memorial Stadium Temporarily Reopens for High School Graduations

Mayor Bissen is temporarily opening the closed War Memorial stadium for Maui High and Baldwin High graduation ceremonies on May 17-18, causing area traffic and facility closures. War Memorial stadium will reopen May 17-18 for two high school graduation ceremonies despite ongoing renovations. Expect heavy traffic in the Wailuku area during ceremony times, particularly 3-8 […]

Major Maui Landowner Reports Strong Q1 Earnings from Property Sales

Kaanapali Land returned to profitability with $13.3 million in Q1 earnings, primarily from a $19.9 million land sale at Pioneer Mill and wildfire insurance recoveries. The company continues planning large development projects on its 3,880 acres. Company earned $13.3 million in Q1 2026 versus $1.2 million loss in 2025, mainly from Pioneer Mill land sale. […]