Photo of the Day: Remembrance O-Bon
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US military identifies 2 soldiers killed in Iranian attack on Jordan as from Texas and Hawaii
WASHINGTON — The U.S. military on Monday identified two soldiers killed in action last week as part of the war with Iran. The Defense Department said in a statement that 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, 25, of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, and Pvt. Isabella Gonzales, 19, of Carrollton, Texas, were killed in Jordan, where they were supporting a U.S. mission against the Islamic State group. It’s unclear how they were killed. On Saturday, the U.S. Central Command said two service members were killed in Jordan while defending against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks. The U.S. military has ...
Waiehu golf course play altered Aug. 4-14
Play at Waiehu Municipal Golf Course will be altered Aug. 4-14 because of a delay in the delivery of material needed for a new pond liner, according to the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation. During that time, golfers will play the back nine twice while the front nine is closed. Work on the pond liner is still expected to be completed by the end of August. Regular irrigation has resumed to maintain course playability and watering.
Selenium detected in Makawao water
Trace levels of selenium have been found for the first time in the Maui County Department of Water Supply’s Makawao water system. The department said the initial detection occurred in a sample collected during routine testing on May 29, 2026. A follow-up test from a sample collected on June 19 confirmed selenium levels ranging from 3.7 to 4.9 micrograms per liter, the county said. County water officials notified the state Department of Health in accordance with state requirements. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and state Department of Health, the maximum ...
Photo of the Day: Naupaka
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Nā Kiaʻi O Maui to host back-to-school event with student rewards, physicals on July 25
Back-to-School Extravaganza to recognize academic achievement, help students prepare for new year Nā Kiaʻi O Maui will host its second annual Back-to-School Extravaganza from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 25 at the No Na Kanaka Resource Center, 150 Hana Highway. The event is open to everyone and ...