East Maui Water Stewardship Event and Festival Planned for Oct. 24 in Haʻikū
Friends of Twin Falls is hosting a community water education morning and a free public festival at Wailele Farm on October 24, covering watershed health and water resources in East Maui. The event includes presentations from scientists and cultural leaders, live music, and hands-on stream activities. A morning ‘talk story’ presentation runs 9 a.m.–noon on […]
Aloha Classic Windsurfing Event at Hookipa Runs Oct. 19–30
The 43rd annual Aloha Classic windsurfing competition returns to Hookipa Beach Park from October 19–30, drawing over 120 competitors from more than 30 countries. The multi-day event historically boosts business for local shops and restaurants in the surrounding area. The Aloha Classic runs October 19–30 at Hookipa Beach Park on Maui’s North Shore. This year’s […]
East Maui Water Authority Extends Grant Deadline to Oct. 15
The East Maui Water Authority has pushed its grant application deadline to October 15, 2026, with $150,000 available for watershed restoration, education, and cultural projects in the Huelo, Honomanū, Keʻanae, and Nāhiku areas. Individuals, nonprofits, and businesses are all eligible to apply. The grant deadline has been extended to 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 15, […]
Maui Pig Sanctuary Seeks Help After Back-to-Back Storm Damage
The Maui Pig Sanctuary in Makawao sustained significant damage from spring flooding and two hurricanes and is seeking donations and volunteers to fund repairs. The nonprofit, which also offers public tours and therapy visits, houses 105 pigs across two properties. Kona low flooding in March and subsequent Hurricanes Lala and Lowell damaged the sanctuary’s Makawao […]
Wailea Point Condos Draw Steady Buyer Demand for Location and Value
Wailea Point, a gated oceanfront condo community on Maui’s southwest coast, continues to attract buyers ranging from full-time residents to investors, citing walkability, beach access, and long-term value retention. Units are noted for large floor plans, direct ocean views, and proximity to Wailea’s resort amenities. Wailea Point’s gated, low-density layout and oceanfront position near Polo […]
Maui Ocean Center Seeks Renewal of State Water Discharge Permit
The Hawaii Department of Health is proposing to renew the water pollution control permit for Maui Ocean Center, which discharges treated seawater into Maalaea Harbor. A public comment period runs September 2 through October 2, 2026. The state DOH tentatively recommends renewing Maui Ocean Center’s NPDES permit, which governs its discharge of roughly 1.2 million […]
Maui 5K Returns March 2027 — Early Registration Open Now
The 16th annual Maui 5K, hosted at Mā’alaea by Maui Ocean Center, is scheduled for March 7, 2027, with discounted registration available through October 1. Last year’s event drew over 1,500 participants and raised a record $83,000 for local schools. The race runs from 6–9 a.m. on March 7, 2027, with a 5K route through […]
Free Monthly Mokuʻula Immersive Film Screening Returns Sept. 11 in Maui
The Lahaina Restoration Foundation is hosting a free 360-degree film about the historic Lahaina site Mokuʻula on September 11 at Maui Ocean Center’s The Sphere. The screening is part of a recurring monthly series open to both residents and visitors. The free screening of ‘E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula’ takes place Friday, Sept. 11 […]
Water Main Break Closes Section of Lower Honoapiʻilani Rd
Maui County reported in multiple alerts that a water mainline break on Lower Honoapiʻilani Road is causing both a water service outage and a road closure as of the morning of August 27, 2026. The Department of Water Supply is assessing the damage and conducting repairs, with the disruption expected to last several hours. A […]
Maui County Eyes $119M–$328M Desalination Plants to Meet Growing Water Demand
Maui County is in early planning stages for desalination facilities to address worsening water shortages, particularly in South and West Maui. Costs could range from $119 million to $328 million depending on capacity, and no construction timeline has been set. South and West Maui face the most acute water demand growth, with islandwide demand projected […]