News across Maui County
Tables and tickets available for Dec. 5 ʻUlana Gala for Maui United Way
Maui United Way invites the community to attend our ʻUlana Gala: Weaving a Stronger Maui Nui on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is hosted by Old Lāhainā Lūʻau.
Lahaina Energy Partnership set to host presentations
The Lahaina Energy Partnership will host two virtual community presentations in October to share the results of technical assistance provided by the US Department of Energy’s National Laboratory of the Rockies in support of Lahaina’s long-term energy planning and recovery.
October evenings at The Shops at Wailea feature live local music
This October, evenings at The Shops at Wailea pair live local music with the Center’s open-air shopping and dining experience as Wailea Wednesdays features two complimentary performances: Oct. 7 featuring Max Angel; and Oct. 28 featuring Arlie Asiu.
Tipu Tipu Foundation director of operations to address Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset
Andrea Scholz, operations director of the Tips Tips Foundation, will be the guest speaker during the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset’s Oct. 6 meeting. She will discuss “Tipu Tipu–Native Ecosystem, Wetlands & Watershed Restoration.” Tipu Tipu, is a Maui-based nonprofit organization…
After securing canoes against the storm, OHCRA turns sights to Molokaʻi Hoe
Coming off the heels of a difficult decision, OHCRA turns its sights on the Molokaʻi Hoe presented by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026 where — weather permitting — the men’s crews will challenge the Kaiwi Channel.
First Tee Hawaiʻi opens registration for fall programs across Hawaiʻi
First Tee Hawaiʻi has opened registration for its fall 2026 programming, offering kids and teens across the state opportunities to learn the game of golf, develop their skills and build confidence both on and off the course.
HMSA names Trini Kaopuiki Clark vice president of strategic communications and marketing
The Hawaiʻi Medical Service Association announced the appointment of Trini Kaopuiki Clark as vice president of strategic communications and marketing, effective Nov. 2.
August 2026 Hawaiʻi visitor spending and arrivals declined as series of storms impact islands
From Aug. 14 to 16, 2026, Hurricane Lala passed south of the Hawaiian Island and caused extensive flooding, landslides, property and infrastructure damage and power outages across the state. Visitors who arrived by air service to Hawai‘i during this period were affected by delays…
UH study reveals how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater environments
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious…