Maui County officials reported at 12:30 p.m. Saturday that Hurricane Nolo is forecast to continue tracking south of the Hawaiian Islands, reducing the potential for significant impacts the county. Maui County remained under a tropical storm watch, flood watch and high surf advisory. Nolo is ...
HILO, Hawaii — Hurricane Nolo just skirted the Hawaiian Islands as it gained intensity on Saturday, but officials said it still posed a risk for flash floods, dangerous winds and extreme surf in areas recovering from previous storms. Nolo was churning very slowly south of the Big Island ...
Surging fuel costs and a parade of storms have slowed Hawaii’s economy this year, though relief is expected to come gradually, according to the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization. In its latest forecast, UHERO projects the state’s economy will grow by 0.6% in 2026, down from more than 3% last year. “Overall, we expect 2027 to bring gradual economic improvement to the state as energy prices and storm effects recede, although the persistent Middle East conflict remains a primary risk, together with election-related policy uncertainty,” UHERO wrote. “Slowly ...
The Construction Industry of Maui’s fourth annual golf tournament raised nearly $60,000 to support construction vocational programs in Maui County, according to event organizers. The tournament on Sept. 19 at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course was organized to help develop the next generation of construction industry workers. Proceeds will support vocational programs at Maui County high schools and other educational institutions, helping students explore careers in the construction trades. Kevin Keller of West Maui Construction and secretary of the Construction Industry of Maui ...
The Maui County Department of Water Supply is extending its request for residents, visitors and businesses in Upper Kula to conserve water through Sept. 28 while crews repair a broken water line serving the area. The request applies to the area from Upper Kimo Drive to Kanaio. Water users are being asked to limit consumption to essential needs, including drinking, cooking and hygiene. The county said residents and businesses should postpone nonessential uses, including irrigation and other outdoor water activities. Conserving water will help maintain storage levels in the Upper ...
The Hawaii Department of Health will update the rates certified redemption centers use to calculate HI-5 recycling refunds by weight beginning Oct. 1. The rates convert the weight of plastic, glass, aluminum and bi-metal beverage containers into an estimated number of containers. The biggest ...
