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Maui Doctor charged with attempted murder

Thursday, March 27 by Jack Gist

The Maui doctor accused of trying to murder his wife on a Pali hiking trail on Oahu while on vacation has been charged with attempted murder in the second degree according to Honolulu Police Department. 46-year-old Gerhardt Konig attacked his wife along the Pali... Read More.

Maui Anesthesiologist Remains in Police Custody

Wednesday, March 26 by Jack Gist

Gerhardt Konig, 46, remains in police custody, accused of attempting to kill his wife while hiking on the morning of March 25. Konig, an anesthesiologist from Maui, was on Oahu with his 36-year-old wife. Sources say the two were on vacation, staying in a... Read More.

Online Survey for Maui County Residents

Tuesday, March 25 by Jack Gist

The Budget, Finance and Economic Development Committee has an online survey to fill out for information on how Maui County residents want their tax dollars spent as the council prepares to review the mayor’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget, which runs from July... Read More.

Lahaina residents will be able to rebuild quicker

Monday, March 24 by Jack Gist

Many Lahaina residents will be able to rebuild quicker thanks to a new bill, Bill 105, passed Friday at the Maui County Council. Historic churches will also benefit, allowing many properties to be built back as they were before the fires and bypassing ‘new’... Read More.

Renter’s Rights Training

Friday, March 21 by Jack Gist

Maui renters are increasingly running into issues such as unclear lease terms, unexpected eviction notices, and disputes over security deposits in the wake of the 2023 wildfires. The Maui Housing Hui reports tenants and landlords are unsure of the full implications of the landlord-tenant code,... Read More.

Kaiser Permanente Lahaina Clinic staff members honored

Thursday, March 20 by Jack Gist

Kaiser Permanente recently honored its Lahaina Clinic staff members with the 2024 David Lawrence Community Service Award, recognizing their dedication and service in the aftermath of the August 2023 Maui wildfires. This annual award celebrates individuals and teams across Kaiser Permanente’s eight regions for their... Read More.

Maui Food Bank Expands Their Services

Monday, March 17 by Jack Gist

Maui Food Bank is expanding services with their new Da Mobile Market to help address food insecurity for underserved communities in Maui, designed to serve those who need it most by giving them access to fresh, nutritious food. The effort will include West Maui,... Read More.

The Annual Maui County Charity Walk returns

Saturday, March 15 by Jack Gist

The annual Maui County Charity Walk returns on May 10 at the War Memorial Special Events Complex in Wailuku, offering residents and visitors a chance to support local nonprofits while enjoying fitness, food and entertainment. Organized by the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association, the... Read More.

Made in Maui County Festival Applications Now Available

Thursday, March 13 by Jack Gist

The Maui Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for product vendors at the 12th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival, scheduled for November 7-8 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. Businesses applying must be headquartered in Maui County, manufacture their products... Read More.

E-cycling for Maui

Wednesday, March 12 by Jack Gist

Maui residents have an opportunity to clear out their clutter and support a good cause from 8 to 11 am this Saturday, March 15, during an e-cycling fundraiser hosted by the Rotary Satellite Club of Kīhei-Wailea. Club members will travel the island picking up... Read More.