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Kekaulike Avenue utility work to affect traffic

Hawaiian Electric crews will replace a utility pole along Kekaulike Avenue between Puanani Place and Haleakala Highway from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 10-12. The makai lane between mile markers 6 and 7 will be closed during the work, along with the bike lane, shoulder and sidewalk. Flaggers will direct traffic, and motorists should expect delays. No service interruption is expected.

East Maui Water Authority accepting grant applications

From Aug. 12 to Oct. 1, the East Maui Water Authority will accept applications for grants supporting watershed restoration, education, research and cultural knowledge-sharing benefiting Huelo, Honomanū, Keʻanae and Nāhiku. Individuals, nonprofits and for-profit businesses may apply. The East Maui Water Authority has $150,000 available for fiscal year 2027 grants. Free workshops will be held at 5 p.m. Aug. 12 at the EMWA office in Kahului and online, at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 19 in Keʻanae Uka and at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 27 at Haʻikū Community Center. First-time applicants are encouraged to ...

Emma Fardne Sharpe Hula Festival coming Aug. 21-22

Hosted at the Royal Lahaina Resort and celebrating 40 years of Mele Hawai‘i, the Emma Fardne Sharpe Hula Festival will take place Aug. 21-22. The festival will be from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Aug. 21 and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 22. Live performances will include 2025 Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha‘iha‘i Falsetto Champion Namaka Pau‘ole and Ho‘okena. Guests will be invited to support local artisans and companies through island-inspired arts and cuisines. Hula dancing and community gatherings will take place alongside activities for children on Aug. 22. Complimentary workshops include author ...