News across Maui County
County Department of Finance recognized for excellence in financial reporting
Hawaiʻi State Energy Office supports applications for Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project
Applications are now open for coastal, remote and island communities to join the Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project as a 2026 cohort to seek solutions for reliable and resilient energy systems in Hawaiʻi and Pacific Island communities. The application deadline is…
From Hawaiʻi to New York: Ultra-marathoner launches 50-state world record attempt
British ultra-marathoner, William Goodge, has announced his latest endurance feat: running 50 marathons, across all 50 US states, in 24 days. Titled Mission America, in partnership with Goodwin, Goodge will run a full marathon length of 26.2 miles within each of the state lines.…
Maui Weather Forecast for October 01, 2026
Tropical Storm Nolo will gradually accelerate westward away from the state over the next several days. Elevated moisture content being drawn up in the southeast...
Makawao, Kula and Waihou Spring forest reserves and Polipoli recreation area remain closed after Hurricane Nolo
On Maui, the Makawao State Forest Reserve, Kula Forest Reserve and Waihou Spring Forest Reserve remain closed pending storm damage repairs. Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area remains closed due to the surrounding forest reserve closure.
Kalaupapa drinking water system repairs completed; Power outage delays return of patients and staff
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is continuing to coordinate with the National Park Service and other partners to return patients and staff to Kalaupapa as soon as possible, following the successful repair of the settlement’s drinking water system.
Maui Surf Forecast for October 01, 2026
The moderate, short to medium period west to southwest swell originating from Nolo will continue for Niihau and Kauai through Friday night...
Keopuolani Regional Park recreational use closed for 99th Maui County Fair activities
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…
Lanai Open Field House Program
