Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra to Play Free Concert in Kāʻanapali on Sept. 19
Multiple outlets are reporting that the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra will return to Maui for the first time in a decade with a free outdoor concert on September 19 at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows in Kāʻanapali. The event, called ‘Mele for Maui,’ is framed as a symbol of Lahaina’s ongoing recovery three years after the […]
Festivals of Aloha 2026 Events Span Maui, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi This Fall
Festivals of Aloha has released its 2026 schedule, with cultural events running September through October across Maui County under the theme ‘Ea Mai Ke Kai Mai – Rise Up from the Sea.’ Events are open to both residents and visitors. Events take place September through October in Wailuku, Wailea, Hāna, Makawao, Lānaʻi, and Molokaʻi. Highlights […]
Well Failure Cuts Water to ~200 Ha’ikū Homes, No Repair Timeline Set
A pump electrical failure has left roughly 200 customers in the West Kuiaha and Awalau areas of Ha’ikū without normal water service since August 23. The County has deployed temporary drinking water tanks at multiple locations while repairs are ongoing. A DWS well went offline at 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23 due to major electrical […]
Maui County Schedules September Community Meetings on Inter-Island Ferry Expansion
Multiple sources report that the Maui County Department of Transportation is hosting four community meetings in September 2026 to gather public input on ferry service connecting Maui, Lānaʻi, and eventually Molokaʻi. The meetings are part of a state-required environmental assessment process that will evaluate impacts and help secure funding for expanded service across Maui Nui. […]
Washed-Out Nāhiku Bridge Leaves Residents Stranded, Ownership Disputed
Hurricane Lala destroyed a small bridge in East Maui’s Nāhiku community, cutting off six residents. Maui County and East Maui Irrigation both deny ownership, leaving the question of who will rebuild it unresolved. The only road bridge serving six Lower Nāhiku residents was completely destroyed by Hurricane Lala’s floodwaters last weekend. Maui County and East […]
Water Outages Possible in West Kuiaha and Awalau Due to Well Outage
Maui’s Department of Water Supply is asking residents in the West Kuiaha and Awalau areas to conserve water after a well went offline. Low pressure or full outages are possible while crews work to restore service. A well serving West Kuiaha and Awalau is currently out of service, causing reduced water pressure or outages in […]
Water Main Break and Sinkhole Close Lower Honoapiilani Road
A section of Lower Honoapiilani Road between Kahana Place and Omaikai Place has been temporarily closed due to a water main break and sinkhole. Public Works has been notified and officers are stationed at both ends of the closure. Lower Honoapiilani Road is closed between Kahana Place and Omaikai Place as of August 21, 2026. […]
Federal Tax Relief Bill for Lahaina Fire Survivors Awaits Trump’s Signature
A bill passed by both chambers of Congress would allow wildfire loss deductions and exclude legal settlement compensation from federal taxation for Maui fire survivors through 2026. Maui Council Vice-Chair Sugimura has formally urged President Trump to sign it into law. H.R. 5366 passed both the House and Senate and now awaits the president’s signature […]
State Board Blocks 30-Year East Maui Water Diversion License Auction
Hawaii’s Board of Land and Natural Resources unanimously rejected a proposal to auction a 30-year license to divert up to 88 million gallons per day from East Maui streams. The board also rejected a separate water license for Maui County and sent the current diversion permit back through a court-ordered contested-case hearing. The state board […]
Tropical Storm Moke Threatens Maui With Rain and Flooding This Weekend
Multiple sources report that Maui County is preparing for Tropical Storm Moke, expected to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands late this weekend into Monday, bringing potential heavy rain and flooding. The storm arrives less than a week after Tropical Storm Lala caused damage still being addressed by county crews. Emergency management officials are urging […]