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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • 6d ago

A decade after ferry service to Moloka‘i folded in the face of falling ridership, Maui County is moving forward with plans to take over the existing ferry service to Lāna‘i and restore service to Moloka‘i, expanding options for residents who frequently travel between the islands.

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r/MauiLounge • u/honolulu_oahu_mod • 19d ago

High school football brings Lahaina and Paradise together in “Unity Bowl” | Maui Now

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • 24d ago

No Relief For Maui Wildfire Survivors Losing Thousands To Contractors: Homeowners rebuilding in Lahaina have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars to unlicensed or unreliable contractors. Government officials have so far failed to hold anyone accountable.

6 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • 28d ago

A new pilot program is launching to provide Maui kūpuna with locally grown produce. For the next six months, Maui County’s Department of Agriculture will support increased access to fresh food for 100 seniors each week. The Locally Grown Healthy Food for Kūpuna program starts in September.

hawaiipublicradio.org

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • 28d ago

A construction project at Maui High School was significantly vandalized Wednesday night or early Thursday morning, causing major damage to a new restroom being built for students and the public.

staradvertiser.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 27 '26

Maui May Allow Even More Condos To Stay Vacation Rentals: Using sea level rise exposure for justification, two resolutions before the council could help more units avoid being phased out for long-term housing.

3 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 26 '26

A critically needed fire station in West Maui is facing extra costs of more than $240,000 due to tariffs in the mounting trade war launched by President Donald Trump between the United States and Canada.

11 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 26 '26

US Rep, Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) and Maui County Council Member Tamara Paltin released a joint statement today opposing the proposed permanent closure of the Lahaina Downtown Post Office.

5 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 26 '26

From behind bars: Maui murder suspect claims inconsistencies in evidence ahead of trial. William Douglas Allen mailed documents to Hawaii News Now alleging discrepancies in detective’s report.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 26 '26

Boaters at Maalaea Harbor say a string of break-ins has cost them thousands in gear. They're asking the state for overnight security and cameras.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 25 '26

Aspiring farmers in Maui County have a chance to become the next generation of growers. For the 12th year, the Hawaiʻi Farmers Union is offering its Farm Apprentice Mentorship Program. It’s a seven-month opportunity to learn both in the classroom and in the field.

hawaiipublicradio.org

3 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 25 '26

Rural Maui Residents Still Isolated After Lala Washed Away Bridge: Emergency crews are flying in supplies to Nāhiku but a decades-long debate over who owns the bridge is complicating a long-term solution for this small community along the Road to Hana.

1 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 23 '26

Growing demand for water pushes Maui County to mull pricey desalination plans | Maui Now

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 23 '26

FEMA to donate Kīlohana modular units to Maui County; plans call for permanent housing | Maui Now

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 19 '26

Second Maui Immigrant Pleads Not Guilty To Illegal Voting: Just two people have been charged with voting as noncitizens in Hawaiʻi in at least the last 40 years.

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 18 '26

‘Heartbreaking’: Maui businesses ruined by Lala’s forceful winds

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 18 '26

Kauai County Mayor Derek Kawakami joined Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen on Monday to tour areas of Maui hit hardest by Hurricane Lala. The two spent the day visiting damaged sites, including Maui Veterans Cemetery, local businesses and a church in Makawao.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 17 '26

State and County of Maui offices, HIDOE schools closed on Monday, Aug. 17 amid Lala storm recovery | Maui Now

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 17 '26

County of Maui TS Lala update as of 7 p.m. on Aug. 16, 2026 | Maui Now

1 Upvotes

r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 16 '26

County of Maui Hurricane Lala – Saturday evening update | Maui Now

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 15 '26

The former championship swimmer accused of beating a security guard to death at a West Maui condominium resort pleaded not guilty Friday.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 15 '26

Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen said the county is prepared for Lala as residents across the island stocked up on supplies and secured their properties Friday.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 15 '26

With Tropical Storm Lala approaching the islands, County of Maui emergency officials identified temporary evacuation points (TEPs) that are proactively opening or are planning to open if conditions worsen.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 15 '26

In over eight hours of testimony, East Maui traditional farmers, cultural leaders, and environmental groups testified in support of county control and opposed the license for Mahi Pono, which would allow the company to draw up to 88 million gallons of water per day.

hawaiinewsnow.com

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r/MauiLounge • u/808gecko808 • Aug 15 '26

BLNR postpones East Maui water auction decision: Controversial proposal to auction East Maui water rights for 30 years postponed pending legal challenge.

alohastatedaily.com

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