Maui Beach Water Quality Report Shows Pollution Concerns for Swimmers
A 2025 water quality study found nearly 27% of tested beaches across Hawaii failed health standards for bacteria over half the time, with flooding and storms worsening contamination levels. Twenty-four of 90 tested beaches across Oahu, Maui and Kauai failed state health standards for fecal bacteria more than 50% of the time. During recent Kona […]
State Investigates Deaths of Two Endangered Nēnē at Waikōloa Shopping Center
Two endangered Hawaiian geese were killed by a car in a Waikōloa parking lot on June 3, with state officials citing ongoing feral cat feeding as the main factor attracting the birds to unsafe areas. Two nēnē were struck and killed by a vehicle in the Queens Marketplace parking lot on June 3. Approximately 70 […]
Fair Weekend Weather Expected Across Maui with Breezy Conditions
Sunny and breezy conditions are forecast for most of Maui through Sunday, with scattered showers possible on the North Shore and East Maui. Wind gusts may reach 45 mph tonight on the west side. West and South sides will see sunny skies with temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s. North Shore and East […]
Haleakala Could Erupt Again, Scientists Say Volcano Remains Active
Haleakala is an active volcano that last erupted 400-500 years ago and could potentially erupt again, though scientists expect any future eruption would produce slow-moving lava flows rather than explosive activity. Haleakala has erupted at least 10 times in the last 1,000 years, with the most recent eruption occurring between 1480-1600. USGS geologists classify Haleakala […]
Maui Beauty Company Emphasizes Local Production and Hiring
Island Essence, a Maui-based luxury bath and beauty brand, prioritizes local employment and production over cost-cutting outsourcing options. The company creates products using Hawaiian ingredients like plumeria, kukui nut, and tamanu nut oils. Island Essence produces luxury bath and beauty products using Hawaiian fragrances and oils including plumeria, gardenia, and kukui nut. General Manager Charade […]
Four-Man Crew Rows Halfway to Maui in 3,100-Mile Pacific Journey
A four-person rowing team led by a former Maui firefighter has reached the halfway point of their 50-70 day, human-powered journey from Washington to Maui. The crew is raising funds for a nonprofit that helps first responders and fathers dealing with trauma. The crew has rowed over 1,300 miles in one month with no engines […]
Monday-Wednesday Weather: Mixed Conditions Across Island Regions
Maui will see varied weather conditions through Wednesday, with the North Shore and East Maui experiencing the most showers while the South Side remains mostly clear. West and South sides will have mostly sunny conditions with minimal rain chances through Wednesday. North Shore and East Maui expect numerous showers Monday morning with 70% rain chance, […]
Maui Land & Pineapple CEO Highlights West Maui Development Progress
Maui Land & Pineapple Company’s CEO reported progress on activating land and commercial assets in West Maui and upcountry areas during their annual shareholder meeting. The company is focusing on creating developments that support thriving local communities. Maui Land & Pineapple is actively developing land and commercial properties in West Maui and upcountry areas. The […]
Kilauea Eruption Episode Ends After Setting Record for Fountain Episodes
The latest Kilauea eruption episode ended June 1st after reaching record-breaking 48 fountain episodes, with ashfall affecting areas north of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. Episode 48 ended after 9 hours of lava fountaining, setting a new record of 48 episodes for episodic eruptions. Ashfall advisory was issued for communities north of the park including Mountain […]
Routine Weather Forecasts Show Normal Conditions Across Maui Regions
Multiple weather forecasts from Maui Now detail typical late spring conditions across the island’s regions. The reports indicate standard trade wind patterns and scattered shower activity with no significant weather concerns for the area. West Side expecting mostly sunny conditions with scattered morning showers and isolated afternoon showers, highs in upper 70s to mid-80s South […]