Kaiser Permanente to Open New Lahaina Clinic with Maui Health Partnership
Kaiser Permanente and Maui Health announced plans to open a permanent clinic in Lahaina, replacing the facility destroyed in the August 2023 wildfires. The partnership aims to expand healthcare access for West Maui residents and visitors. Kaiser Permanente will partner with Maui Health to establish a new permanent clinic in Lahaina, nearly three years after […]
Kaiser Permanente & Maui Health Announce Permanent New Lahaina Clinic
Multiple outlets reported that Kaiser Permanente Hawaii and Maui Health have announced plans to open a new permanent clinic in Lahaina, nearly three years after the original facility was destroyed in the August 2023 wildfires. The announcement marks a significant step in West Maui’s healthcare recovery, though no construction timeline or opening date has been […]
Lahaina’s Front Street Walkway Project Complete, Blessing Set for July 1
Maui County has finished restoring roughly 1,450 feet of sidewalk and 700 feet of railing along Front Street in Lahaina. A public blessing ceremony is scheduled for July 1, 2026, from 3–4 p.m. in the 700 block of Front Street. The Front Street Railing and Walkway Project is complete, adding new railings, light poles, benches, […]
Legal Challenges May Delay Lahaina Fire Settlement Payments to Survivors
Maui wildfire survivors may face further delays in receiving settlement money from the $4 billion fund as some attorneys are expected to challenge a recent court ruling that reduced legal fees. The first payments were scheduled to begin this week but could be postponed if legal appeals are filed. Judge Peter Cahill reduced attorneys’ fees […]
Music and Food Festival Returns to Support Lahaina Recovery Efforts
The Hua Momona Foundation will host its third annual music and food festival August 21-22 at Hyatt Regency Maui, raising funds for Lahaina rebuild efforts and community programs. The two-day event features headliners Taimane and Los Lobos with multiple acclaimed chefs participating. Last year’s festival raised over $200,000 for local food distribution, housing replacement, and […]
Sacred Hearts School Thrives at Kaanapali Campus Two Years After Fire
Sacred Hearts School in Lahaina continues operating at its temporary Kaanapali campus, serving 167 students with support from the resort community while making plans to rebuild at the original Lahaina site. The school is completing its second year at the temporary Kaanapali Resort campus after being destroyed in the August 2023 wildfires. Student academic performance […]
Habitat for Humanity Builds Mass Timber Volunteer Housing in Lahaina
Habitat for Humanity is constructing its first mass timber home in Lahaina to house volunteers helping with fire recovery efforts. The modular structure will later be sold as affordable housing once rebuilding is complete. The three-bedroom ‘Bunkhouse’ uses pre-manufactured laminated wood panels for quick assembly and energy efficiency. The home will house volunteers in bunk […]
Lahaina Harbor Dredging Begins as Part of Post-Fire Reconstruction
State crews start major dredging work at Lahaina Small Boat Harbor to restore depths and support ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. The project includes the first full harbor basin dredging since 1966. Dredging work begins Monday to restore harbor entrance to minus-13 feet and basin to minus-10 feet depth. Commercial boat operations that resumed in December […]
Annual Music Festival Returns to Support Lahaina Recovery and Food Security
Multiple sources report that the Hua Momona Foundation will host its third annual music and food festival in August at a major Maui resort. The event aims to support Lahaina post-fire recovery efforts and address local food insecurity issues. Event scheduled for August 21-22 at Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa Foundation’s mission includes alleviating […]
Maui Wildfire Recovery Documentary Screens in California This Week
A documentary featuring Lahaina residents’ recovery stories will screen in Santa Barbara, highlighting ongoing challenges nearly three years after the 2023 wildfires. The film focuses on long-term rebuilding efforts and community displacement issues. Documentary ‘Lahaina: Voices of Change’ screens Friday at Santa Barbara’s Lobero Theatre with panel discussion featuring Maui community leaders. Film highlights that […]