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…

Young Brothers promotes Ashlee Kishimoto to chief financial officer
Young Brothers, Hawaiʻi’s interisland freight company, today announced the promotion of Ashlee Kishimoto to chief financial officer. Kishimoto will lead the company’s financial strategy and oversee its financial planning, forecasting and reporting.

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.

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...

UH Mānoa ranks in world’s top 1.2% in 2027 global rankings
This recognition places UH’s flagship campus in the top 2.5% in the U.S. out of approximately 2,630 4-year institutions nationwide and in the top 1.2% in the world out of more than 25,000 higher education institutions around the globe.

County seeks public input on new Countywide grant administration rules
Public hearing scheduled for Oct. 7 at Velma Santos Community Center

Hirono, Chu recognize Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institutions Week
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and US Rep. Judy Chu (D-CA), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, introduced a bipartisan, bicameral resolution recognizing Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving-Institutions Week, from September…

Keopuolani Regional Park recreational use closed for 99th Maui County Fair activities
Keopuolani Regional Park will be closed to recreational users from Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026 through Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 to accommodate 99th Maui County Fair activities, according to the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation. Regular hours will