Maui Bus Goes Free for Students of All Ages and County Workers July 1
Multiple sources report that Maui County is expanding fare-free Maui Bus access starting July 1, 2026, the beginning of the new county fiscal year. Students of any age with a valid school ID and Maui County employees with a county badge will now ride at no cost, removing the previous age-24 cap on student passes. […]
Maui County Tallies $100M in Kona Low Storm Damage Across All Districts
Multiple sources report that Maui County has assessed approximately $100 million in damage from the March Kona Low storms, affecting 92 county-owned infrastructure locations island-wide. Combined with the ongoing $2.36 billion in wildfire recovery needs, the county now faces a total known recovery burden of roughly $2.47 billion. Officials note the current fiscal year budget […]
Little League Returns to Lahaina for First Time Since 2008
Multiple outlets report that Lahaina will host a District III Little League tournament for the first time in 18 years, marking a symbolic milestone in West Maui’s ongoing recovery. The Minors Division tournament runs June 26–30 at Lahaina Recreation Center Field No. 4, following renovations by the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation. West […]
Maui Council Advances 1,600-Unit Kahului Development, Molokaʻi B&B Limits
The Maui County Council gave first-reading approval to land use bills enabling a large mixed-use workforce housing project near Kahului Airport, while also passing a bill restricting bed and breakfast locations on Molokaʻi. Bills 163 and 164 would rezone ~166 acres near Pūlehu/Hansen roads from agriculture to business-multifamily to allow ~1,608 workforce housing units with […]
Lahaina’s Front Street Walkway Restored with Blessing Event July 1
Maui County has completed repairs to approximately 1,450 feet of sidewalk and 700 feet of railing along Front Street in Lahaina, with a public blessing ceremony scheduled for July 1, 2026. The project is part of ongoing efforts to restore commercial activity to Lahaina town following the 2023 wildfire. The Front Street Railing and Walkway […]
Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across All Islands in July
Maui County’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host free outdoor movie screenings at multiple locations on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July. The family-friendly events are part of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor movie nights are scheduled across Maui in July, spanning Hāna, Lahaina, South Maui, Upcountry, and Central Maui. Screenings […]
Maui County Hosts Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across Islands in July
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free outdoor movie screenings at multiple locations on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July. The events are part of National Park and Recreation Month and are open to the public. Eight free outdoor movie screenings are scheduled across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi between July 1 […]
Kihei Road Closures Due to Large South Swell Impact Traffic
Major roads in the Kihei area are closed due to a large south swell affecting the coastline. The closures include South Kihei Road at North Kihei Road and South Kihei Road at Uwapo Road. South Kihei Road at North Kihei Road intersection is closed due to large south swell conditions. South Kihei Road at Uwapo […]
Maui County Funds $1.7M AI-Powered Police Surveillance System
The Maui County Council has approved $1.7 million for an AI-enhanced surveillance system that will provide real-time monitoring across the island. Hawaii News Now reports the technology aims to improve both crime fighting and emergency response following communication failures during the Lahaina wildfire. Council approved $1.7 million for AI-assisted cameras and drones to provide island-wide […]
Governor Green Considers Gas Tax Pause as Fuel Prices Rise Statewide
Governor Green is reviewing options to temporarily suspend state and county gas taxes this summer to provide drivers relief from rising fuel costs. The potential pause could save consumers about 30 cents per gallon. Governor Green is considering pausing state and county gas taxes for part of the summer due to soaring pump prices. The […]