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Maui Fraud Risk Assessment reveals inadequate policies, identifies millions of dollars in "direct pay
49+ min ago (1165+ words) Maui County Auditor, Lance Taguchi announced the establishment of a fraud, waste and abuse hotline to help facilitate reporting. Reports can be made by calling 833-908-TIPS (8477)or filing a tip online. PC: County of Maui / You Tube screen grab. The…...
Maui Surf Forecast for July 02, 2026
7+ hour, 49+ min ago (130+ words) Surf along east facing shores will remain rough and choppy through Thursday as trade winds remain locally strong. Surf along north facing shores will remain tiny through the forecast period, with a minor uptick possible Friday into the holiday weekend…...
Statewide restoration event makes waves for World Ocean Day
12+ hour, 19+ min ago (377+ words) Maui Now Statewide restoration event makes waves for World Ocean Day Community groups, state agencies and nonprofits across Hawai'i teamed up to participate in a statewide restoration event for World Ocean Day. This multi-island effort, organized as part of the…...
Forbes names Central Pacific Bank best in Hawai'i for 3rd consecutive year
14+ hour, 19+ min ago (151+ words) Central Pacific Bank is honored to be named the top bank in Hawai'i for the third year in a row on the Forbes list of America's Best-In-State Banks 2026. The distinction is awarded in partnership with Statista" a leading global provider…...
Young Brothers" rate increase begins July 1, along with repayment of nearly $30 M in back fees to state
21+ hour, 25+ min ago (1146+ words) Hawai'i's primary interisland shipping company Young Brothers began raising rates 3% Wednesday, the second increase in six months, despite pushback from local businesses and frustration over recent missed shipments to Moloka'i and L'na'i." In May, Gov. Josh Green signed into law…...
Lost hiker airlifted from Makawao Forest Reserve
20+ hour, 11+ min ago (98+ words) Makawao State Forest Reserve. PC: DLNR A 50-year-old Kahului woman who became lost while hiking was airlifted from the Makawao Forest Reserve on Tuesday afternoon. The woman called for help at around 4: 14 p. m. Rescue 10 firefighters aboard the department's Air 1 helicopter were…...
Hawai'i Department of Education serves nearly 145, 000 free summer meals
16+ hour, 19+ min ago (655+ words) PC: Hawai'i Department of Education The Hawai'i State Department of Education has already served nearly 145, 000 free summer meals to children across the state, providing access to nutritious breakfasts and lunches while school is out for the summer. As of June…...
State House District 14 candidate Sne Patel earns endorsements from UHPA, RPAC and Plumbers & Fitters UA Local 675
17+ hour, 19+ min ago (415+ words) State House District 14 candidate Sne Patel today announced the endorsements of the University of Hawai'i Professional Assembly, the REALTORS Political Action Committee and Plumbers & Fitters UA Local 675. His campaign notes the endorsements reflect "broad support for his vision" to strengthen…...
Mayor Bissen announces $6 M proposal to purchase Launiupoko, Olowalu water assets for public trust
18+ hour, 11+ min ago (163+ words) Launiupoko water. PC: County of Maui In the next step toward securing water resources for public trust, Mayor Richard Bissen announced that a proposal to acquire water assets from Launiupoko Water'and Olowalu Water companies was submitted June 30, 2026, to Maui County…...
Juror compensation increases to $50 per day
18+ hour, 49+ min ago (245+ words) The Hawai'i State Judiciary announces that beginning today, individuals serving as jurors in Hawai'i state courts will receive $50 per day for their service, an increase from the previous rate of $30 per day. The increase marks the first adjustment to juror…...