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Texas woman reported missing, last seen Saturday at friend’s Haʻikū home

The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information on the whereabouts of Nina Sofia Mohr, 45, of Texas.

Soldier from Hawaiʻi killed during attack in Jordan

First Lieutenant Tyler James Feehan, 25, of ‘Ewa Beach, was killed in action on July 18, 2026 at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan during an enemy attack, according to the US Department of War.

Requests for proposals issued for $8 million Hoʻōla ʻĀina Green Fee projects

Funding for approximately $8 million in community projects is now available through the Green Fee, the landmark climate impact fee established in 2025 to support Hawaiʻi’s environmental stewardship, hazard mitigation, sustainable tourism and economic sustainability. 

Hawaiian Electric seeks to expand renewables, energy storage on Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui

Hawaiian Electric today submitted its Integrated Grid Planning Request for Proposals (IGP RFP), seeking plans for competitively priced renewable energy and storage for Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui to meet customers’ growing energy needs and modernize the generation fleet to drive down costs by reducing the use of oil for power generation.

Maui Health and Mauliola Pharmacy partner to launch bedside prescription delivery service

Maui Health is proud to announce a new partnership with Mauliola Pharmacy to provide bedside prescription delivery services for patients being discharged from Maui Memorial Medical Center.

Maui County Council’s 8th floor chambers to close for primary election security

The County Building’s eighth floor, which includes the Council Chamber, will be closed to the public for the primary-election season to ensure ballot security, Chair Alice Lee announced Friday.

County DPR registration is Aug. 3-14 for Maui youth basketball league that starts this fall

The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will accept registration forms, Aug. 3-14, 2026, for its Menehune Basketball League that begins this fall on Maui.

Construction Industry of Maui to host 4th Annual Golf Tournament Sept. 19

The Construction Industry of Maui will hold its fourth annual golf tournament Sept. 19 at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course, with proceeds benefiting construction and skilled trades education programs for Maui County residents.

Toastmasters District 49 earns prestigious Smedley Distinguished District recognition

Toastmasters District 49 has earned the prestigious Smedley Distinguished District designation for the 2025–2026 Toastmasters year, the highest level of recognition presented under Toastmasters International’s District Recognition Program. The Smedley Distinguished District award recognizes districts that achieve outstanding performance in membership growth, club growth, club quality and leadership development while meeting or exceeding rigorous international […]

State set to expand free school meals for Hawaiʻi working families

Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, students from households with incomes at or below 300% of the federal poverty level are now eligible for one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day.

Maui Housing Hui brings free Renterʻs Rights Training to the North Shore, July 26

Local tenants and landlords are invited to attend a Renterʻs Rights Training on Sunday, July 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free, community-centered event will provide residents with vital information about housing rights, strategies for addressing housing issues and resources for navigating landlord-tenant challenges.

Rep. Case introduces bill to boost transit-oriented affordable housing

US Rep. Ed Case, who represents urban Oʻahu in Congress, has introduced a bipartisan bill intended to encourage more affordable housing construction in areas designated for transit-oriented development, an approach that could offer new financing tools for projects statewide, including Maui.

Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative Chevron Forward

Political newcomers top fundraising in races to fill critical Maui County Council seats
Moloka‘i growers feeding the island in wake of missed barges, plant shipping restrictions
Lahaina fire survivors return for emotional homecoming on 3-year anniversary
Spending reports in Maui County mayor’s race show Sugimura leading Bissen in fundraising

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Hawaiian Mission Houses and Makawao Cemetery present Cemetery History Theatre, July 18 and 19
Kaula Lūʻau production nominated for USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Award
Hawaiian Native Corporation provides funding to Hui Hānai for upcoming publication
Mokuʻula in focus: Input sought on master plan for Lahaina Royal Complex, building a ‘living framework’

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Bank of Hawaiʻi named to national list of best workplaces for parents, families

SSFM International promotes Scott Hayashi to chief operating officer

Joshua Hargrove appointed general manager of two iconic resorts in Waikīkī

Molokai Drugs, Inc. named first recipient of Age-Friendly Pharmacy Recognition in Hawaiʻi

Raysha Mamala appointed as Island Events director of sales

Arts & Entertainment Chevron Forward

Married Maui boat captains to compete on NBC game show ‘The Wall’; Lahaina wildfire water rescues recalled

2,000 expected to gather at 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention, July 20-22

Surfrider Foundation to host Maui premiere of manta ray documentary ‘The Last Dive’

Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns Saturday, July 18

HTA announces $1 million in support for 10 signature events in 2026

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

Kalei’s Lahaina launches quarterly giveback to support local nonprofits through Loco Moco plate sales
Kimo’s returning to Front Street, marking new chapter for Lahaina restaurant
Lahaina Brew Co. opens food truck, bringing chef-driven local cuisine and craft beer to Upcountry, Maui
Lahaina’s Island Cream Co. representing Hawaiʻi in national contest for the Best Ice Cream in America
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

Rep. Case introduces bill to boost transit-oriented affordable housing
Maui County adopts new accessory dwelling rules to expand housing opportunities
Wailuku Greystar property named in statewide housing voucher discrimination complaint
Maui housing market posts stronger sales activity in June

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

HTA announces $1 million in support for 10 signature events in 2026
Coral Spawning Night at Maui Ocean Center, July 15
Mākena Golf & Beach Club to host benefit supporting Maui Food Bank’s Da Mobile Market
From Maui student to head chef: Brian Tadena leads Trilogy’s reimagined Lahaina dinner sail experience

Big Island News Chevron Forward

High surf advisory issued for portions of Big Island

Surf of seven to 10 feet is expected.

Police carry a cross for 5 miles in honor of fallen officer Bronson Kaliloa

Officers from the Puna and Hilo patrols walked a cross made of ʻōhia to honor the most Officer Bronson Kaimana Kaliloa, who was killed in the line of duty in 2018.

Business Monday: Cuddle with kittens who want a furever home at the Kona Kat Café

The Kona Kat Café gives people a chance to play with a kitten and ultimately provide a forever home if they are able, whether they live on the island or are visiting from the mainland.

Investment firm pays $23 million to become outright owner of Kailua-Kona hotel

Nine Brains, headquartered in Santa Monica, Calif., acquired full fee-simple ownership of Pacific 19 Kona hotel — formerly Kona Seaside Hotel — 4 years after it purchased the ground lease for the property.

Big Island residents turn in nearly 150 firearms during community gun buyback event

"Just yesterday, we remembered Officer Bronson Kaliloa, who made the ultimate sacrifice 8 years ago after being shot during a traffic stop. His loss remains a powerful reminder that firearms in the wrong hands can have devastating consequences," said Hawaiʻi Island Police Chief Reed Mahuna.

Kauai News Chevron Forward

Kukuiʻula invites community to Summer Parade of Homes in benefit of Tūtū & Me Traveling Preschool

Come tour custom-built homes, celebrate summer and support early childhood education for Kauaʻi’s keiki.

Counselors explore opportunities for prospective students at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

High school counselors participated in an immersive event that highlights the university's possibilities to inspire more students to thrive in Hawaiʻi.

Kauaʻi keiki bring home free helmets, bikes after annual Keiki Bike Safety Day on Saturday

Forty lucky youngsters pedaled home with new bikes, and hundreds learned essential riding skills and helmet safety from dedicated Wilcox Medical Center physicians and community partner.

Kauai Weather Forecast for July 20, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trades will continue this week as high pressure remains anchored well north of the state. A relatively dry and stable air mass will...

Kauai Surf Forecast for July 20, 2026

A south swell is expected to build tonight, then peak around the advisory level Monday night into early Wednesday. A High Surf Advisory will likely be...