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Students invited to apply for Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation 2026 Presidential Scholarship

The Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation invites students pursuing higher education to apply for its 2026 Presidential Scholarship program. Applications are now available online at www.ramaui.com/foundation.

Seabury Hall’s Hensley and Kreusling sign National Letters of Intent for NCAA Division I athletics

Seniors Finn Hensley and Ava Kreusling, both members of Seabury Hall’s Class of 2026, were celebrated by classmates, faculty, coaches, friends, and family as they signed National Letters of Intent to compete in NCAA Division I athletics.

Department of the Attorney General launches Hawaiʻi Crime Dashboard

The Hawai‘i Department of the Attorney General is announcing its launch of the Hawaiʻi Crime Dashboard, now available at https://crimestats.hawaii.gov.  The dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through Hawaiʻi’s participation in the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards. The Hawaiʻi Crime Dashboard compiles volumes of complex NIBRS data and allows users […]

EIS preparation notice filed for Hoʻonani Village mixed-use project

Developers have filed an environmental impact statement preparation notice for the Hoʻonani Village mixed-use development proposed for 1,600 residential apartment units near the old Puʻunēnē sugar mill on 166 acres off of Hansen Road in Kahului.

Kā‘anapali Golf Courses named Indigo Sports’ Facility of the Year, West

Kā‘anapali Golf Courses on Maui has been named Indigo Sports’ Facility of the Year for the West Region, recognizing operational and service excellence at Troon-affiliated facilities.

Hawaiʻi Fire Chiefs join FirstNet to showcase expansion of dedicated deployable assets

These deployable assets strengthen emergency communications in some of the nation’s most hazard-prone and geographically complex environments. The equipment ensures that critical connectivity for Hawaiʻi first responders can quickly be restored independent of commercial infrastructure or power.

Hawai‘i Energy program secures 3-year, $127M contract to continue conservation work

Leidos, the state’s Hawai‘i Energy program administrator, has been awarded a new three-year contract by the Public Utilities Commission to continue managing Hawai‘i’s energy conservation efforts, according to an announcement on Thursday.

First 100 days: Ethics executive director reports surge in inquiries, calls for staff expansion

The newly established Office of the Board of Ethics is fielding a significantly higher volume of inquiries than in previous years, prompting the executive director to call for expanded staffing in the upcoming fiscal 2026-27 budget.

Kaibigan Ng Lahaina announces community farm to support recovery in West Maui

Kaibigan Ng Lahaina, a grassroots community organization born in the wake of the Lahaina wildfire, announced a partnership with Maui Land & Pineapple Company to develop a community space focused on connection, education and agriculture.

No tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after 7.6 Hokkaido, Japan earthquake

There is no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi after a preliminary magnitude 7.6 earthquake reported at 4:15 a.m. HST on Monday, Dec. 8, in Hokkaido, Japan.

Wreaths Across America Hawaiʻi to honor fallen heroes at State Capitol on Monday

Wreaths Across America Hawai‘i will officially begin its 2025 season of remembrance with a kickoff ceremony on Monday, Dec. 8 at 10 a.m. at the Hawai‘i State Capitol’s rotunda.

ProArts Playhouse hosts special sensory-friendly performance of ‘The Reluctant Elf’

ProArts Playhouse has announced a special sensory-friendly performance of its beloved holiday show, “The Reluctant Elf,” on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at 4 p.m. This performance, tailored for children and adults with sensory sensitivities, offers a festive and inclusive experience for all members of the community and is made possible in part by support from Wave of Harmony Foundation. 

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Monday Morning MIL: Lahaina Swim Club’s Cruz Storer leads nation’s 15-year-olds in 50 and 100 free times; nationals in Texas up next
More Maui schools adopt e-bike bans or regulations following state Department of Education guidelines
‘Ha‘ikū creeper’ frightened community for months as victims, neighbors waited for police action
New beach parking program that charges visitors, prioritizes residents to roll out next year in South Maui

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Hawaiian Moment — Lā Kūʻokoʻa, Hawaiian Independence Day 
Hawaiian Moment: Hawaiian currency – Akahi Dala – One Dollar
Hawaiian Moment: The Big Island – Hawaiʻi Island or Maui Nui?
Hawaiian Moment: ‘Lauʻī pekepeke — Short-leaved ti plant’

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Hawai‘i Energy program secures 3-year, $127M contract to continue conservation work

Students can submit applications for 2026 Fukunaga Scholarship Foundation

Reflective Design Studio founder LaTasha Baldwin to release debut book

CIM hosts annual fundraiser dinner to benefit the Bob Poulson Scholarship Fund, Dec. 6

Maui visitor spending increases in October despite fewer visitors

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ProArts Playhouse hosts special sensory-friendly performance of ‘The Reluctant Elf’

New exhibit ‘Ocean of Peace’ in Schaefer International Gallery opens Saturday, Dec. 6

Act now, don’t miss your chance; tickets for 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival on sale

Tickets available for Mokuʻula film screening on Dec. 12

Hui Holidays First Night celebration set for tonight

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Joey’s Kitchen Kahului at Balai Pata launches drive to support typhoon-stricken area of Philippines
Lahaina Brewing Co. launches ‘Crafted for Community’ initiative giving back, one pint at a time
Thanksgiving specials announced at The Shops at Wailea
Sale Pepe adds Sunday service and seasonal menu; Via! by Sale Pepe introduces beer and wine to-go
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Students invited to apply for Realtors Association of Maui Community Foundation 2026 Presidential Scholarship
Single-family home sales rise as condo prices fall in October 2025
First eight families receive County of Maui’s First-Time Homebuyer Program shopping letters
Committee to meet Nov. 5 on Pulelehua and Hoʻonani Village mixed-use projects

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UH Maui College annual ‘Holiday Bash & Electric Light Parade’ happening Thursday
Pacific Whale Foundation’s ‘Marine Mammal Mania’ Ocean Camp opens registration
Four Seasons Resort Maui unveils holiday programming, festive gatherings
Spooktacular fun at Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party on Oct. 24

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Hawaiʻi residents invited to join U.S. Sen. Schatzʻs noon town hall call on Thursday

Join U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz in a statewide telephone town hall on Dec. 11 to discuss key federal issues impacting Hawaiʻi.

Business Monday: Hilo International Airport opens new café inside the terminal

The newly opened Laniākea Café in the Hilo International Airport terminal offers travelers an all-day menu of food, coffee and alcoholic beverages from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.

11 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Nov. 24-30 on Big Island roadways

Five of the 11 drivers were involved in traffic crashes; none were younger than 21 years old. DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.

$1.25M project merges tech, community design for Hawaiʻi hazard monitoring

The project is aimed at protecting the people and ecosystems of the islands from threats such as wildfires, drought, flooding, hurricanes, tsunamis, water contamination and more.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 08, 2025

Light trades give way to southerly winds during midweek. A cold front will bring a brief round of showers to Kauai through Oahu before stalling just west or...

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Hawaiʻi hazard monitoring project merging tech, community design secures $1.25M

The project is aimed at protecting the people and ecosystems of the islands from threats such as wildfires, drought, flooding, hurricanes, tsunamis, water contamination and more.

Medical authorities warn against delaying first dose of Hepatitis B vaccine

The West Coast Health Alliance, alongside major health organizations, strongly recommends continuing routine hepatitis B vaccinations for newborns.

Sen. Schatz opens registration for call-in town hall on Thursday

Join U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz in a statewide telephone town hall on Dec. 11 to discuss key federal issues impacting Hawaiʻi.

Rubbish pickup in Kalāheo delayed due to staffing shortages

Due to staffing shortages, residential trash pickup in Kalāheo will be delayed.

Don’t miss your chance to spend ‘Holidays in Hawai‘i’ with Jake Shimabukuro

Immerse yourself in the magical spirit of the holidays as ‘ukulele virtuoso and beloved ambassador of aloha Shimabukuro presents his highly anticipated seasonal extravaganza.