Free Kids Fishing Tournament Planned Aug. 22 at Kā’anapali Golf Course
The Pilikahakai Foundation is hosting a free catch-and-release fishing tournament for West Maui children ages 5–15 on August 22 at Kā’anapali Golf Course. The family-friendly event runs from 8–11 a.m. and includes prizes and outdoor activities. The inaugural Kā’anapali Keiki Fishing Tournament takes place Saturday, Aug. 22, from 8 to 11 a.m. at Kā’anapali Golf […]
Piiholo Road Reopens After Temporary Closure
Maui County has lifted a road closure near 1775 Piiholo Road, and the roadway is now fully open. No further details about the cause of the closure were provided. The road closure near 1775 Piiholo Road on Maui has been resolved. Maui County confirmed the roadway is now open to traffic. No information was provided […]
Maui Musician Marty Dread Performs at Kapalua, Drops Two Reggae Albums
Maui-based reggae artist Marty Dread is releasing two new vinyl albums featuring Jamaican music legends and is set to perform at The Ritz-Carlton, Maui Kapalua. The releases include collaborations with members of The Wailers and Bob Marley’s engineer. Marty Dread will perform at The Ritz-Carlton, Maui Kapalua on Friday, August 8. His album ‘In Your […]
Maui County Takes Over Wildfire Disaster Case Management from State
The Wildfires Disaster Case Management Program has shifted from state to county leadership as of August 7, 2026. The transition aims to strengthen local coordination ahead of FEMA’s Temporary Housing Assistance program ending in February 2027. Maui County is now leading the Wildfires Disaster Case Management Program, previously run by the Hawaii Department of Human […]
Lahaina Commercial Rebuilds Stalled by Permit Backlogs Despite County Optimism
Despite a county meeting celebrating rebuilding progress, only two commercial permits have been issued in Lahaina nearly three years after the 2023 wildfire. Permit delays tied to unclear documentation requirements, historic preservation reviews, and shoreline setback rules continue to block most projects. Only two commercial permits have been issued in Lahaina to date, with dozens […]
Coqui Frog Spread Threatens More of Maui as Control Resources Shrink
The Maui Invasive Species Committee has cut field staff and shifted strategy, asking some Haiku residents to treat coqui infestations themselves. Locals warn that without more resources, the loud, invasive frogs could spread beyond their current 6-square-mile range into other parts of Maui. MISC field staff has dropped to just two workers and a supervisor, […]
Lights for Lahaina Memorial Event Set for Sept. 11–12 in Historic Town
The Lights for Lahaina community gathering returns for its second year on September 11–12, with free public events including live music, a candlelight march, food vendors, and cultural activities in Lahaina. The two-day event is organized by nonprofit Aloha Amplified and sponsored in part by the Hawaii Tourism Authority and County of Maui. Lights for […]
One ‘Ohana Fund Distributes Full $175M to Maui Wildfire Victims
Governor Green announced the One ‘Ohana Fund has offered its entire $175 million to families of the 102 people killed and individuals seriously injured in the 2023 Maui wildfires. Over $155.7 million has been paid out so far, with remaining injury claimants facing an August 15, 2026 acceptance deadline. All 102 death claims across both […]
Lahaina Condo Owners Face $200M+ Rebuilding Gap Three Years After Fire
Three years after the 2023 Maui wildfires, owners at two Lahaina condo complexes — Aina Nalu and Spinnaker — are still struggling to fund rebuilds due to major insurance shortfalls and no government assistance. Aina Nalu had only about 20% of the estimated $200 million needed to rebuild. Aina Nalu’s 189-unit complex was fully destroyed, […]
Maui Council Sends Subdivision Water Review Bill Back for More Study
The Maui County Council’s Water and Infrastructure Committee returned a bill to the Board of Water Supply that would allow concurrent review of subdivision construction plans before water availability is confirmed. Committee members and testifiers questioned whether the change is legally necessary, since the department may already have that flexibility. Bill 1 (2026) would let […]