Maui County Hosting Free Outdoor Movie Nights Across Islands in July
The Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation is offering free family movie screenings at locations across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi throughout July in honor of National Park and Recreation Month. Six free outdoor screenings are scheduled across Maui in July, with additional events on Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi. West Maui guests can attend two movie […]
High Surf Advisory Issued for South and West Shores Through Monday
Weather services have issued a High Surf Advisory for Maui’s exposed south and west-facing shores beginning tonight and continuing through Monday night. Multiple sources report that a large south-southwest swell will peak Sunday night into Monday, with surf potentially reaching warning levels during that timeframe. High Surf Advisory in effect from tonight through Monday night […]
Maui Vacation Home Sales Plunge 85% Since 2021 Peak
Vacation home purchases in Hawaii dropped 78% from 2021 to 2025, with Maui’s Kahului area seeing an 85% decline. The collapse follows the pandemic-era buying boom and reflects broader economic pressures. Hawaii ranks second nationally for vacation home purchase declines, falling from 2,156 mortgaged purchases in 2021 to just 478 in 2025. Kahului metro area […]
West Maui Energy Future Meeting Set for June 12 to Discuss Renewable Goals
Lahaina Strong and the Hawaii State Energy Office will host a community meeting on June 12 to discuss West Maui’s energy future and Hawaii’s 100% renewable energy goal by 2045. The meeting will include educational stations, presentations, and small group discussions for community input. Meeting scheduled for June 12, 5:30-7:30 PM at Maui YMCA West […]
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 […]
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 […]
County Committee Approves Hotel Zones That Could Save Some Phased-Out STRs
Maui County’s housing committee voted 6-1 to create new hotel zones that would allow some vacation rentals affected by last year’s phase-out to continue operating. The measure now goes to the full council for final approval. Bill 88 creates two new hotel zone designations that could allow STRs phased out under Bill 9 to continue […]
Maui County Acquires Private Water System in West Maui Infrastructure Deal
Maui County has agreed to take over Maui Land & Pineapple Company’s drinking water system as part of efforts to bring more of the island’s fragmented water infrastructure under public control. The move aims to address ongoing disputes between public and private interests over water management. County will assume ownership of MLP’s drinking water system, […]
Travel Article Highlights Maui’s Pa’ia and Makawao as Slow-Paced Destinations
A travel publication featured 10 Hawaii towns with relaxed lifestyles, including Maui’s Pa’ia and Makawao as destinations known for their slower pace and local attractions. Pa’ia was highlighted for Ho’okipa Beach’s sea turtles, local art galleries, and restaurants like Mama’s Fish House. Makawao was featured for its paniolo ranching heritage and upcountry Maui location. The […]
Hawaiian Electric Issues Power Shutoff Watch for West Maui Fire Risk
Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in West Maui and other areas within 24 hours due to high winds and wildfire risk. Outages could last several hours to days. Public Safety Power Shutoff Watch affects West Maui, parts of Ōmaʻopio and Pulehu in Kahului due to wildfire risk from high winds and dry conditions. […]