hawaii: 8th Annual Maui Ukulele Festival
- 09/27/13 05:43 AM
A relaxing, family-friendly event with no admission and plenty of fun.
Sometimes it's a good idea to take a break from our busy, productive lives for an enjoyable evening out. Even living in South Maui, things can get hectic, and work can be taxing, but there's a reason we choose to live our lives on this stunning tropical island. No matter how hard you work, it's still a wonderful place to relax.
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hawaii: Maui Wind Energy Improvements Lower Electric Bills
- 09/13/13 05:31 AM
For those of you who are in the market for a beautiful South Maui property but are concerned about energy costs, you'll be pleased to hear a recent bit of news from Maui Electric Co. (MECO). Thanks to improvements of their generator control systems and the full incorporation of the battery energy storage system at the Kaheawa Wind II farm, MECO is now using 91 percent of available wind energy compared to the 72 percent it was able to use before. This means better savings for customers.
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hawaii: Hawaii Unemployment and Bankruptcy Claims Fall in January
- 02/20/13 09:48 AM
During the month of January, Hawaii unemployment claims fell by 20 percent and bankruptcy claims fell by 25 percent. These substantial changes are great news, especially the bankruptcies, which haven't been at such a low level since January of 2008, according to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Honolulu. There were 159 bankruptcy filings in January this year, as opposed to 212 filings during the same month last year. Year over year, Chapter 7 filings fell by 31.5 percent, while Chapter 13 filings fell by 4.3 percent. The unemployment data came from the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Auwahi Wind Project Online for Cheaper Maui Energy
- 01/04/13 03:40 PM
The Auwahi Wind project on Ulupalakua Ranch is officially online, as of last week Thursday. The ranch is located up the slopes of Haleakala from the real estate in South Maui that we represent. Energy efficiency projects, such as Smart Grid technology, are a big theme in our beautiful corner of the island, so the Auwahi Wind project is a subject of interest among South Maui home and condo owners who are pushing for continual improvements in energy affordability. The 21-megawatt wind project cost $140 million, and was completed on time and on budget. It was a major step towards Hawaii's goal … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Maui Hotel Occupancy Up and Rates Down
- 12/28/12 07:16 AM
During the week that ended on December 14th, Hawaii hotel occupancy was up 7.5 percent compared to the same week last year. Hotels were 71.6 percent full. Average daily room rates went up 5 percent to $185. Those are the numbers for the state, but Maui itself had the largest increase in occupancy of any of the islands with a 17 percent jump compared to the same week last year. Hotels here were 73.6 percent occupied, which was higher than the state average. What's interesting is that Maui generally has the highest average daily room rate of the islands, … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Dine Out for Hospice Maui
- 11/11/12 08:43 AM
On Tuesday, November 13th, Maui residents and visitors alike will be dining out, and for a long list of restaurants, part of the proceeds will go to Hospice Maui. It's all part of the Dine Out For Hospice Maui event, and there are 29 participating restaurants to choose from. This worthy event takes place every year, and it's a great way to make a difference while enjoying an evening out with your friends and family. If, like us, you are lucky enough to live in South Maui, the nearest participating restaurants are Buzz's Wharf Restaurant, Capishce, Fabiani's Bakery & Pizzeria, Mala … (3 comments)
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hawaii: Haleakala Waldorf School to Add High School at Hui
- 10/12/12 02:59 PM
A surprising partnership has emerged on Maui, between the Hui No'eau Visual Arts Center and Haleakala Waldorf School. Next year, Waldorf will add a high school program on the grounds of the Hui. It might not come as a surprise to some, but the teaming up of groups like these isn't the kind of thing you see every day, and in this case, it sounds brilliant. Haleakala Waldorf School is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, with 260 students in a program that ends with the 8th grade. Its new plan will include the admission of 25 new students in 9th and … (0 comments)
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hawaii: South Maui Honua'ula Luxury Development
- 10/05/12 04:31 PM
The Honua'ula luxury golf community which was planned for Wailea has come up in the news recently, addressing the affordable housing units that were to be included and built before the project's other components. What does the Honua'ula project consist of, specifically? It includes 670 acres above the Wailea Resort in South Maui. About 370 acres or 55 percent of the site will be for residential use, single-family homes will comprise 260 acres, multi-family homes will include 110 acres. This means that out of 1,400 planned residences, 60 percent are multi-family and 40 percent are single-family. Housing density will be … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Chili Cook-off Fundraiser for Children's Medical Care
- 09/29/12 02:42 PM
On September 30th, between 4-6pm, those with the best chili recipes will face off in whipping up the tastiest creation. The money generated will benefit Shriner's Hospitals for Children Patient Transportation Fund, which allows kids who are afflicted with fire related injuries to get the medical treatment and rehabilitation they need, regardless of what their family can afford. This is a great cause, so attending for the benefit of these kids is an added motivation to the scrumptious food and all the fun the Maui Fair has to offer.
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hawaii: Maui Rotary Club Oktoberfest Fundraiser
- 09/22/12 05:42 AM
The Maui Rotary Club hosted the Oktoberfest fundraiser with proceeds going to the Rotary Clubs of Kihei-Wailea, Wailuku,
and Upcountry Maui. The event was held at the King Kamehameha Golf Club. This lively event was a recreation of Germany's Oktoberfest and featured harvest themes with German-inspired pupus and beer. The event also features the Oompah band perform and bring zesty German style tunes. For those who don't know much about the Rotary Club, we are a non-profit organization made up of a broad range of professionals working to improve the communities throughout the nation. Our projects help with various community … (1 comments)
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hawaii: Maui Economic Development Board Fundraiser Roaring Success
- 09/02/12 10:40 AM
The Maui Economic Development Board (MEDB) recently raised $338,046 at the nonprofit Ke Alahele Education Fund benefit dinner and auction at the Grand Wailea. Tickets cost $150 each, and all 700 seats were sold out. The funds were raised for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs, and to help new high-tech companies on Maui. It was a wildly successful night.
The MEDB created the Ke Alahele Education Fund non profit in 2006 specifically for fundraising like this, to stimulate STEM programs for the betterment of Maui's community, education and economy. Giving students a good start through access to programs like … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Hawaii Ranks High in Low Unemployment
- 08/25/12 02:20 PM
When making a move to a new place finding a job and making a living is usually a major concern. Hawaii doesn't have the best economic reputation, perhaps because an isolated island economy is different than the contiguous states, but the numbers tell a different story. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Hawaii ranked 15th among the 50 states for lowest unemployment levels.
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hawaii: Maui Home Prices Up in July
- 08/17/12 04:27 PM
There's been a substantial change in Maui County home prices compared to the past couple of months. According to the Realtors Association of Maui, Maui County home prices were up by 25% in July. There were 71 sales in July 2012, compared to July 2011 where there were only 68 sales. According to RAM, the Maui real estate market's inventory is shrinking now that those REO and short sale properties are being brought up. Over the past year, the number of properties has fallen by 18-21%.
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hawaii: South Maui Olowalu Town Project Approved
- 08/10/12 03:54 AM
Maui County's General Plan Committee has recently approved the 1,500 home, 600 acre Olowalu Town Project. In addition to homes the project will also include 375,000 square feet of commercial space, parks, and a school. The project will be situated between the southwest-facing slopes of the West Maui Mountains and the Pacific shoreline, meaning that you will pass it on the way to and from Lahaina and Kaanapali via the Honoapiilani Highway. According to the Master Plan, the project will create 4,770 jobs during construction, and 1,000 long-term jobs when it's complete.
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hawaii: South Maui's Wild Dolphin Days Events
- 08/02/12 06:21 PM
August is the month for dolphins and the Pacific Whale Foundation will be presenting several upcoming events and activities to entertain and educate. The Pacific Whale Foundation is a nonprofit organization that was founded in 1980 to save the whales from extinction. Their mission today is to protect our oceans through science and advocacy. The Pacific Whale Foundation is an international organization and has ongoing studies in Hawaii, Australia, and Ecuador. The activities they have planned for the dolphin days include free talk on Maui County's wild dolphins, a wild dolphin sand sculpture contest, and a wild dolphin photo safari.
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hawaii: Hawaii Pacific Export Council Training on Maui
- 07/27/12 06:32 AM
This week the University of Hawaii Maui College was host to the Hawaii Pacific Export Council's Export University training program. The purpose of this training is to connect local companies with larger international buyers. Last year's training session generate export sales of $699,610 via 68 participants. The Hawaii Pacific Export Council is a non-profit organization, and funding for this training has come from the U.S. Small Business Administration and the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. The Hawaii Pacific Export Council is made up of local leaders who have experience with international business and know how to expand local … (0 comments)
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hawaii: Maui County Foreclosures Plunge Year Over Year
- 07/20/12 06:44 AM
We're happy to announce some good news in the Maui County real estate market: Hawaii foreclosures have plunged by nearly half in the first six months of this year compared to the same period in 2011. According to RealtyTrac, Maui foreclosures have dropped by 47% in the first six months of this year compared to the first six months of 2011. A 47% drop is very good news for te Maui real estate market. Prices and sales were up in June for Maui homes and condos as well. Hopefully the market will continue on this great path.
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hawaii: Stand Up Comedy Night in South Maui
- 07/13/12 06:20 AM
If you are on a Maui vacation or long time Maui residents and you are looking for a fun Saturday night activity, we've got good news for you. Coming up on July 21st at Stella Blues Cafe here in Kihei is The He & She Show presented by Power Up Comedy. The He & She Show was designed as a comedy date night. For those couples that have children there will be a family friendly show at 8:00 p.m. with a PG-13 rating. For other couples that are interested there is a "Naughty Show" at 10:00 p.m.
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hawaii: Maui County Offers Grants to First-Time Home Buyers
- 07/06/12 07:26 AM
Here on Maui, or in Hawaii in general, buying a property can be a scary and expensive process. It can be challenging trying to figure out what the best possible home for your money is, but there is also a lot of help to be found. As Maui real estate specialists we can answer your questions and help you find a home that is right for you. Another resource you have as a first-time home buyer is a grant offered by Maui County. If you have never bought a home before and live in Maui County, you can apply for a … (2 comments)
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hawaii: Rotary Club Scholarship Awards to Maui Students
- 06/25/12 04:43 AM
Here in Hawaii community service is a very big part of the culture. Everyone wants to help out others, thus the term "aloha spirit". We also love helping out the community and are active members of the Kihei-Wailea Rotary Club. Maui is a small island and it's very nice to hear what the other chapters around the island are doing. Earlier this month the Rotary Club of Lahaina presented a total of $16,000 in much needed and well deserved scholarships to high school seniors, not only from Maui but also Molokai.
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