Lahaina Fire Survivors Set to Receive Settlement Payments After 3 Years
Nearly three years after the 2023 Lahaina wildfire, settlement payments are ready for distribution to victims, with court rulings limiting attorney fees to 5% and insurer claims to 10% of the fund. Settlement distribution is beginning for 21,750 claimants who filed nearly 95,000 claims from the August 8, 2023 Lahaina fire. Judge limited attorney fees […]
Lahaina Harbor Begins Major Dredging Project as Recovery Continues
The state has started a $5 million dredging project at Lahaina Harbor, the first in 60 years, as part of ongoing recovery efforts. Full harbor recovery isn’t expected until the end of 2027, though limited commercial operations have resumed. A $5 million dredging project began this week to restore the harbor to its original depths […]
Experts Urge Natural Infrastructure After May Storms Hit Maui and Oahu
Following last month’s flooding from Kona low storms across Maui and Oahu, experts are calling for communities to incorporate more trees and natural systems to absorb water rather than relying solely on traditional drainage infrastructure. Recent Kona low storms caused widespread flooding and evacuations from Haleʻiwa to Lahaina, Kīhei, and ʻĪao Valley. Current infrastructure moves […]
Earth, Wind & Fire Concert at MACC to Include Food Drive for Fire Victims
The legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at MACC on June 14 with special guest John Cruz. Concert attendees are encouraged to bring food donations for wildfire victims through the Maui Food Bank. Earth, Wind & Fire returns to Maui for the first time in 13 years with a June 14 concert at […]
Earth, Wind & Fire Concert Returns to MACC After 13-Year Break
The legendary band Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on June 14, marking their first Maui show in 13 years. The concert coincides with a new HBO documentary about the group. Earth, Wind & Fire performs June 14 at MACC’s A&B Amphitheater with special guest John Cruz. Tickets […]
Court Slashes Attorney Fees in Lahaina Fire Settlement to Benefit Victims
Multiple news sources report that a Maui judge has dramatically reduced legal fees in the $4.03 billion Lahaina wildfire settlement. The ruling ensures fire survivors will retain significantly more of their settlement money. Hawaii Circuit Judge Peter Cahill capped attorney fees at $222 million, far below the $1 billion lawyers had requested The fee structure […]
Three-Day Lahaina Community Event Scheduled for July to Mark Recovery Progress
A community gathering called Lahaina Homecoming will take place July 17-19 along Front Street, featuring cultural programming and vendor opportunities as part of ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. The event includes four gatherings over three days along Front Street from Prison to Dickinson Street. Vendor applications are open through June 15 with priority given to Lahaina […]
Iconic R&B Band Earth, Wind & Fire to Perform at MACC This Month
Grammy-winning band Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center on June 14. The performance coincides with the release of a new HBO documentary about the legendary group. Earth, Wind & Fire will perform at MACC on June 14 with longtime members Philip Bailey, Verdine White and Ralph Johnson. A […]
Habitat for Humanity Tests New Mass Timber Building System in Lahaina
A new mass timber ‘Bunkhouse’ is being built in Lahaina as a volunteer housing facility and prototype for faster, more affordable post-disaster construction. The prefabricated system is designed to speed up the rebuilding process while providing sustainable housing solutions. The Bunkhouse will house volunteers helping with Lahaina rebuilding efforts and is expected to be completed […]
June 3 Lahaina Meeting to Cover Recovery Projects and Community Plans
Maui County is hosting a community meeting on June 3 to discuss Lahaina recovery projects including infrastructure work, the Royal Complex restoration, and Hoʻokumu Hou programs. Multiple agencies will provide resources and answer questions from residents. Meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at Lahaina Intermediate School with livestream options available. Topics include Royal Complex restoration, DOT […]