Maui’s New $24M Emergency Operations Center Opens in Wailuku This August
Multiple sources reported that Maui County held a blessing ceremony on July 24, 2026 for a new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) in Wailuku, with full operations set to begin in August. The facility nearly quadruples the county’s emergency coordination capacity and is described by officials as one of the most technologically advanced EOCs in the […]
Maui Unemployment Ticks Up to 3.2% in June; Leisure & Hospitality Sheds Jobs
Maui County’s unemployment rate rose to 3.2% in June 2026, up from 2.5% in May, mirroring a statewide uptick. Leisure and hospitality was the hardest-hit sector across Hawaii, losing 1,800 jobs during the month. Maui County unemployment climbed to 3.2% in June, slightly above the 3.1% recorded in June 2025. Leisure & Hospitality shed 1,800 […]
Upcountry Maui House Candidate Prioritizes Water Infrastructure, Housing Costs
Republican Dan Johnson, running unopposed in the primary for state House District 12 covering Upcountry Maui, identifies water rights and infrastructure as the district’s top issue. He also supports ending the interisland shipping monopoly and rethinking housing affordability incentives. Johnson says Upcountry Maui’s water storage and infrastructure are critically underfunded, with some waitlists stretching over […]
UH Study Finds Human Pollution Weakening Maui Coral Reefs
Multiple reports from the University of Hawaiʻi cover a new study published in Nature Communications finding that human activities are significantly degrading coral reef health in Maui waters. Researchers identified contamination from agricultural, industrial, and pharmaceutical sources accumulating in coral tissues, reducing the reefs’ ability to withstand environmental stress. The findings have implications for Maui’s […]
Lahaina’s Front Street to Reopen to Traffic August 1, Three Years After Fire
Multiple Spectrum Local News reports confirm that the Maui County Office of Recovery has announced Front Street in Lahaina will reopen to vehicle traffic on August 1, 2026 — nearly three years after the devastating wildfire destroyed the historic town. The reopening follows the completion of several infrastructure improvement and cleanup projects along the corridor. […]
OGG Ground Transport Guide: Taxis, Uber & Lyft for Arriving Guests
Kahului Airport offers taxis, Uber, and Lyft for arriving visitors, each with distinct pickup zones and pricing. Taxi rates increased in late 2024, while rideshares remain competitive for longer trips to resort areas like Lahaina and Kihei. Taxis, Uber, Lyft, and pre-arranged shuttles all operate from the lower level outside baggage claim in separate designated […]
FEMA Sends $1.6M to Maui County Public Works for Wildfire Recovery
FEMA approved nearly $3 million in Public Assistance funding across four states and territories, with $1.6 million going to Maui County’s Department of Public Works for emergency protective measures tied to the 2023 wildfires. Maui County Department of Public Works will receive nearly $1.6 million for emergency protective measures related to the Maui wildfires. The […]
OGG Runway and Taxiway Work Scheduled Nights Through Mid-August
Kahului Airport will undergo nighttime runway and taxiway maintenance from July 25 through August 16, 2026. The work is being conducted by the Hawaii Department of Transportation. Nighttime construction at Kahului Airport (OGG) runs July 25 through August 16, 2026. Work involves both runway and taxiway surfaces, conducted after hours to minimize daytime flight disruptions. […]
Maui Land & Pineapple Compared to New Mexico Rival in Investor Analysis
A financial analysis compares Maui Land & Pineapple (MLP) to AMREP Corporation as land-focused real estate investments, examining stock performance, valuation, and business strategy. MLP has gained 7% over the past three months but is down 6.2% over the past year. Maui Land & Pineapple (MLP) is up 7% over the past three months but […]
Lahaina Homecoming Career Fair Aims to Bring Displaced Residents Back
Multiple outlets reported on a county-organized career fair held at Lahaina Cannery Mall on July 18, 2026, designed to help displaced wildfire survivors find livable-wage jobs as part of Maui’s next phase of recovery. The event marked a shift in focus from rebuilding homes to restoring Lahaina’s workforce and economy, nearly three years after the […]