FEMA Awards Over $191K to Hawaii for COVID-19 Emergency Response Costs
FEMA approved $1.3 million in disaster recovery funding across multiple jurisdictions, including over $191,000 to Hawaii Emergency Management Agency for COVID-19 prevention costs. Hawaii Emergency Management Agency received more than $191,000 for costs related to preventing COVID-19 spread. The funding comes through FEMA’s Public Assistance program for post-disaster infrastructure and public safety projects. Additional awards […]
Emergency Water Repairs to Affect 20 Haiku Properties for 3 Hours
Maui County will shut off water service to 20 residences on Kahiapo Place in Haiku for approximately 3 hours starting at 9:10 a.m. on May 22 for emergency repairs. Water outage affects Kahiapo Place area in Haiku, Upcountry Maui starting 9:10 a.m. May 22. Service interruption expected to last approximately 3 hours for emergency repairs. […]
Hawaii Officials Warn of Above-Normal Hurricane Season with 5-13 Storms Expected
State and federal officials announced an above-normal 2026 hurricane season forecast for Hawaii, with 5-13 tropical cyclones predicted for the central Pacific basin. Multiple sources reported on the preparedness briefing where Governor Green proclaimed May as Hurricane Awareness and Preparedness Month. NOAA forecasts 70% chance of above-normal hurricane season with 5-13 tropical cyclones in central […]
Magnitude 6.0 Earthquake Rattles Hawaii Islands, No Tsunami Warning
A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck off Hawaii’s Big Island Friday night at 9:46 p.m., causing strong shaking felt across multiple islands including Maui. Multiple sources confirm there is no tsunami threat to Hawaii, though officials warn residents to check for damages and remain alert for aftershocks. 6.0 magnitude earthquake occurred at 9:46 p.m. Friday, 12 […]
Federal Disaster Aid Approval Rates Vary by State Politics, Affecting Recovery
Federal disaster aid approval rates show sharp political disparities, with 89% of Republican-led state requests approved versus 23% for Democratic-led states. The inconsistent system delays housing recovery and rebuilding efforts nationwide. Disaster aid approval rates vary dramatically between Republican-led states (89%) and Democratic-led states (23%) under current administration. Federal disaster aid decisions rely on political […]
Emergency Water Repairs to Affect 15 Upcountry Homes for Two Hours
Maui County is conducting emergency water mainline repairs on Nehe Place in Upcountry Maui, causing a planned 2-hour outage starting at 2:30 p.m. on May 21. Water service will be interrupted for approximately 2 hours beginning at 2:30 p.m. on May 21. The outage affects about 15 residences in the Nehe Place area of Upcountry […]
Local Foundation Grants $30K in Scholarships to Eight Maui Student-Athletes
The Ian Walsh Menehune Mayhem Foundation awarded $3,750 scholarships to eight Maui high school student-athletes who will attend colleges nationwide. Since 2018, the foundation has awarded nearly $179,000 to local students. Eight Maui students received $3,750 scholarships each at a May 14 ceremony. Recipients come from Kamehameha Schools Maui, King Kekaulike, Maui High, and Maui […]
East Maui Water Outage Set for May 26-27, Affecting 73 Properties
A planned water service outage will affect the St. Peter Church Road to Koali area in East Maui from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 26-27 for maintenance work. Water service will be interrupted from approximately 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27. The outage affects the area […]
Factory-Built Housing Gets Green Light for Lahaina Burn Zone Rebuilds
Maui County has approved new procedures allowing factory-built housing as permanent dwellings in the Lahaina Burn Zone. The policy aims to reduce construction costs and speed up the rebuilding process for fire survivors. Factory-built or prefabricated housing is now permitted as permanent housing in the Lahaina Burn Zone under new county regulations. The policy is […]
Hyatt Regency Maui Welcomes First Penguin Chick in 17 Years
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort celebrated the hatching of an African Penguin chick on April 24, the first birth in nearly 17 years. The chick will make its public debut on World Ocean Day, June 8, with a Hawaiian blessing ceremony. The three-week-old chick joins a colony of seven adult African Penguins as part of a […]