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Reggae headliner Rebelution returns to the MACC with Tribal Seeds, Feb. 7

From humble roots to sold-out headline shows, Grammy-nominated reggae group Rebelution returns to Maui with special guest Tribal Seeds on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Gates open at 5 p.m., with the show kicking off at 6 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s open-air A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion.

Maui’s 23rd Art of Aloha with international artists set for Feb. 2

Maui’s 23rd Art of Aloha will take place on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, featuring ten artists from around the world.

Guam native named as new Hawai‘i Community Lending finance director

Guam native Sean Perez has taken the reins as new finance director at Hawai‘i Community Lending.

MFD announces public fireworks displays and fireworks laws, safety guidelines for New Year’s Eve

Maui County will host two public aerial firework displays this year—one at the Grand Wailea Resort and another at the Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi—according to a recent announcement from the Maui Fire Department. The department reminds residents that the import, transfer, sale, or use of aerial fireworks outside of permitted displays is illegal, extremely dangerous, and punishable as a Class C felony.

Keiki Whale Watch program offers Maui students an educational adventure

The Pacific Whale Foundation is offering a whale watch program for school groups of children in the 2nd through 5th grade.

Hawaiʻi selected for program to promote employment for people with disabilities

Hawaiʻi has been selected by the US Department of Labor as one of 13 states, along with the District of Columbia, to participate in the National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network initiative, according to an announcement from the Hawaiʻi State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

Ma Ka Hāna Ka ‘Ike awarded funding from Servco Foundation

Ma Ka Hāna Ka ‘Ike has received $15,000 from the Servco Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Servco Pacific Inc.

DLNR: Year of the forest birds marked changes for birds, hope for the future

This year was “Makahiki o nā Manu Nahele: Year of the Forest Birds,” officially proclaimed by Gov. Josh Green, M.D., in January. An estimated 47,000 people engaged in bird-related education events over the year with the goal of raising awareness about Hawaiian forest birds and their plight. But for the birds themselves, it was a complicated year filled with both troubling declines and new rays of hope.

Big Island man’s photo of marine creature wins national contest

Bo Pardau won the grand prize in the National Wildlife Federation photo contest with this image of a 2-inch-long cystisoma amphipod, in waters about 3 miles off the Kona Coastline in March 2024. The National Wildlife Federation photo contest judged images from 3,200 photographers.

10th anniversary Maui Songwriters Festival, Jan. 15-18

Renate Event & Design and The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua have announced the return of the Maui Songwriters Festival in collaboration with music industry leader, Sony Music Publishing Nashville. Taking place Jan. 15 through Jan. 18, this 10th anniversary event will see headliners Lee Brice and Joel Smallbone, from for KING+COUNTRY, take the stage alongside some of the best songwriters from Nashville.

Volcano Watch: US Geological Survey’s review process for checking and verifying information

After the review process, the information is ready to be shared and can support decision-making, raise community awareness and increase knowledge and understanding of our volcanic environment.

Hawaii State FCU extends scholarship application deadline to Feb. 28

Applications for the Hawaii State Federal Credit Union 2025 student scholarship applications are open through Feb. 28, according to an announcement.

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Lahaina immigrants who survived fire now wary of Trump’s deportation threats 
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West Maui school staff awaiting rebuild of homes see hope in workforce housing project
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Maui County’s public access network Akakū fighting to prevent significant cuts to its funding
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Monday Morning MIL: Family feeling as coaches, athletes with Maui ties return for wrestling meet
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Maui Ocean Center touts marine conservation, but nonprofit says it repeatedly violates fish-taking permits with high mortality rates

Maui Election Chevron Forward

Office of the Maui County Clerk files opposition in election challenge for South Maui Council race
Schatz, Durbin, Welch introduce amendment to end Electoral College
Kaialiʻi Kahele elected OHA Board of Trustees chair
South Maui Council race contested at state Supreme Court
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Cured ballots close gap but confirm Cook’s lead over King in South Maui council race 

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Guam native named as new Hawai‘i Community Lending finance director

Guam native Sean Perez has taken the reins as new finance director at Hawai‘i Community Lending.

Hawaii State FCU extends scholarship application deadline to Feb. 28

Applications for the Hawaii State Federal Credit Union 2025 student scholarship applications are open through Feb. 28, according to an announcement.

Empower Fitness Maui among 30 small businesses nationwide awarded grant through Human Rights Campaign

Wailuku’s Empower Fitness Maui was recently awarded a small-business grant from the Human Rights Campaign, which supports LGBTQ+ business owners and strives to eliminate barriers to economic success and LGBTQ+ equality.

Hawai‘i Community Lending introduces new board of directors

Hawai‘i Community Lending has new members of its board of directors. They are Kawena Beaupré, Jaclyn Kaina and Alapaki Nahale‘a. Returning board members are Billy Pieper (president) and Felicity “Kui” Meyer (treasurer).

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Reggae headliner Rebelution returns to the MACC with Tribal Seeds, Feb. 7

From humble roots to sold-out headline shows, Grammy-nominated reggae group Rebelution returns to Maui with special guest Tribal Seeds on Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Gates open at 5 p.m., with the show kicking off at 6 p.m. at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s open-air A&B Amphitheater and Yokouchi Pavilion.

Hawai‘i Fest celebrating reggae legend Bob Marley and Island Music at Moanalua Gardens, Feb. 15-16

Global ticket sales have launched for Hawai‘i Fest, a two-day concert honoring island music and Bob Marley’s legacy Feb. 15-16, 2025, at the iconic Moanalua Gardens.

Maui’s 23rd Art of Aloha with international artists set for Feb. 2

Maui’s 23rd Art of Aloha will take place on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, featuring ten artists from around the world.

10th anniversary Maui Songwriters Festival, Jan. 15-18

Renate Event & Design and The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua have announced the return of the Maui Songwriters Festival in collaboration with music industry leader, Sony Music Publishing Nashville. Taking place Jan. 15 through Jan. 18, this 10th anniversary event will see headliners Lee Brice and Joel Smallbone, from for KING+COUNTRY, take the stage alongside some of the best songwriters from Nashville.

Video: New murals at King Kamehameha III connect students to Lahaina’s history and culture

Maui Public Art Corps on Tuesday unveiled 17 murals that connect King Kamehameha III Elementary School students to Lahaina’s rich history and culture. The murals were created by artists and students at the school’s temporary campus.

Maui Food & Dining Chevron Forward

Oao Sushi opens at Puʻunēnē Shopping Center
Maui Lobster King opens at Azeka Shopping Center
Tanaka Ramen & Izakaya opens first location on the Valley Isle 
Japanese cooking featured in Zen dinner workshops on Jan. 11
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Maui Real Estate Chevron Forward

November single-family home prices shy of all-time record, but not by much
Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg donate $626,000 to support permanently affordable housing on Kaua’i
Median price of single-family homes drops to $1.3 million, down from record high of $1.4 million in September
Op-Ed: Supporting a balanced approach to Maui’s housing crisis

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Keiki Whale Watch program offers Maui students an educational adventure
Last-minute holiday shopping at Kōkua for Maui local business event on Dec. 22-23
Maui Mall Village announces festive holiday events, kicking off with Season of Giving Food Drive
Save the date for ʻUlupalakua Ranch’s ‘Christmas in the Country’

Kauai News Chevron Forward

‘The big one’ arrives, bringing behemoth breakers slamming into North Shore

Kauai‘i County Ocean Safety officials were already reporting waves of 30 to 40 feet before noon along the island's northern shorelines. All North Shore beachs closed until further notice as surf expected to reach heights up to 50 feet. Swell should gradually ease late tonight through Tuesday.

Kauai Weather Forecast for December 22, 2024

Light and variable winds continue through this evening as a cold front passing north of the state will weaken the subtropical ridge north of the islands. A high...

Kauai Surf Forecast for December 22, 2024

An extended period of hazardous surf and beach conditions will persist into Monday along exposed north and west facing shores due to an extra-large northwest...

Firefighters battle blaze at unoccupied dwelling unit in Kalihiwai

Kaua‘i Fire Prevention Bureau inspectors estimate damage to the structure and its contents to be roughly $100,000. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Kaua‘i Film Academy’s final cut of teen drama ‘Too Much Life’ ready for screening

About 300 Kaua‘i teenagers, some of whom graduated high school during production, worked to create "Too Much Life."

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 23, 2024

Breezy trades return for the first half of the week bringing a modest increase in showers windward and mauka. Light winds then give way to a land and sea breeze...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for December 23, 2024

An extended period of hazardous surf and beach conditions will persist into Monday along exposed north and west facing shores due to an extra-large northwest...

High surf closes several Big Island beaches

The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a high surf warning for west-facing shores and a high surf advisory for north- and east-facing shores Saturday.

Hawaiʻi County solid waste facilities to close for 2 days to observe upcoming holidays

All County of Hawaiʻi solid waste facilities will be closed all day Wednesday, Dec. 25 and Wednesday, Jan. 1.

Hawaiʻi County invests in innovative collaborations with Puna Strong grants

Each of these organizations was chosen for its commitment to addressing community needs and enhancing resilience and quality of life for Puna residents.