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99th Maui County Fair opens today

The 99th Maui County Fair opens Thursday at the War Memorial Special Events Complex for four days of rides, food, exhibits, live entertainment and a drone show each night. The Maui County Fair Parade will kick off the festivities, starting at 4:30 p.m. today. The parade route will go from ...

Committee supports rules to protect Molokai from beetle

Despite some resistance, a state advisory committee on Monday recommended readopting an interim rule banning the importation of materials to Molokai, such as green waste and gravel, that might carry the coconut rhinoceros beetle. At the request of Niu Now Molokai, a group dedicated to ...

The Dunes at Maui Lani faces repeated storms in 2026

When it rains, the grounds crew at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course goes to work. The crew has had to deal with repeated heavy rain, strong winds and other severe weather in 2026, creating a significant amount of extra work to keep the course open and playable. In March, more than 22 ...

Boogie-woogie pianist Henri Herbert returns to Maui

Renowned for his live performances, boogie-woogie pianist Henri Herbert has emerged as one of the most exhilarating figures in today’s blues and rock scene. His keyboard technique, energy and stage presence have captivated audiences, with MusicRadar noting, “There are few piano players ...

Maui filmmaker’s documentary wins regional Emmy Awards

When Maui filmmaker Stephan Boeker of Pacific Storytellers was hired to document the work of architect David Sellers and his Hawaiʻi Off Grid company, Boeker had no idea the project would take an unexpected turn. What began as a profile of Sellers’ innovative work evolved into the short ...

EDITOR'S NOTE: Physicians, providers, and administrative staff who practice at Maui Health hospitals and clinics answer questions from the public in “Healthwise Maui,” which appears in The Maui News. Maui Health operates Maui Memorial Medical Center, Maui Memorial Medical Center Outpatient Clinic, Kula Hospital & Clinic, and Lana‘i Community Hospital and accepts all patients. To submit a question, visit mauihealth.org/healthwise. Q: Does a mammogram still work if I have breast implants? Kelly Combs, Director of Imaging Services, Maui Health: Yes, a mammogram can still take ...