Maui County Seeks Public Input on Desalination Plants for South & West Maui
The County of Maui Department of Water Supply is hosting two public meetings in August 2026 to gather community feedback on proposed desalination facilities being evaluated as a long-term water solution for South and West Maui. The meetings follow a 2024 feasibility study that identified potential facility sites for further review. Two public meetings are […]
Kimo’s Signs Deal to Reopen on Front Street After 2023 Wildfire Loss
TS Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to bring Kimo’s back to Lahaina at 730 Front St., partnering with local business leaders who are restoring the Chan Wa Building. The move comes nearly three years after the 2023 wildfire destroyed the original waterfront location. Kimo’s will reopen at 730 Front St. in the Chan […]
Maui Named Among Top U.S. Staycation Destinations as Domestic Travel Rises
A domestic travel surge is driving stronger visitor demand at U.S. beach and leisure destinations, with Maui listed among the top spots benefiting from Americans choosing shorter, closer-to-home trips over international travel. Americans are increasingly opting for domestic short trips over long-haul international holidays, boosting demand at coastal and resort destinations. Maui is cited alongside […]
Travel & Leisure Co. Acquires Seven Maui Timeshare Resorts
Travel + Leisure Co. (formerly Wyndham Destinations) has acquired seven Maui timeshare resorts through its purchase of Yes& Vacations, expanding its Hawaii portfolio. No immediate changes to reservations or resort names have been announced. All seven Maui properties came from a single deal — the acquisition of Yes& Vacations. The company’s primary interest was the […]
East Waiko Road Brush Fire Contained by Maui Crews Wednesday Evening
Multiple Maui County emergency alerts reported a brush fire near East Waiko Road and Kuihelani Highway on the evening of July 16, 2026. The fire was fully extinguished by 9:25 PM, with no evacuations ultimately required. A brush fire was reported at 7:54 PM near East Waiko Road and Kuihelani Highway on July 16, 2026. […]
Maui Now Allows Up to 3 Units Per Lot — But Not for Vacation Rentals
Multiple sources report that Maui County adopted a new ordinance, effective July 8, allowing qualifying residentially zoned properties to have up to two accessory dwelling units (ʻohana units) in addition to a primary residence — three units total on one lot. The rule change applies countywide across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, and was passed in […]
New Lahaina Interim Marketplace Seeks Vendors for Former Outlets Site
Hawaiian Council has opened a Vendor Interest Form for the ʻUlu o Lele marketplace, an interim commercial and community gathering space planned for the former Outlets of Maui site in Lahaina. The form runs July 16–26, 2026, and will inform a formal Request for Proposals to be released at a later date. ʻUlu o Lele […]
August 8 Marks Three Years Since Lahaina Wildfires Killed 100+
The August 8, 2023 Maui wildfires that destroyed Lahaina and killed more than 100 people are being noted on their anniversary. The article is a general ‘Today in History’ piece with no new recovery or policy developments. August 8, 2023 marks the date wind-driven wildfires destroyed Lahaina and killed more than 100 people. This article […]
Kimo’s Restaurant to Reopen on Front Street in Lahaina Revival
T S Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to bring Kimo’s back to a new Front Street location, partnering with two Hawaii business leaders who are restoring the Chan Wa Building. The move signals continued commercial revitalization of Lahaina’s historic waterfront district. T S Restaurants has signed a letter of intent to open a […]
Deadline Extended to Aug. 3 for Kona Low Storm Relief Grants on Maui
The Hawaii REALTORS Charitable Foundation has extended its application deadline to August 3, 2026, for Maui homeowners and renters seeking up to $1,000 in grants to offset damage from the March 2026 Kona Low storms. A total of $200,000 is available, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. The application deadline for Kona Low storm relief […]