The February 14 forum, hosted by the Maui Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce will address specific sites and opportunities for Hawaiian and community support of the Lahaina Historical District 1 plan.

The intent of the memorandum is to provide timely notification between local and federal responders and maintain consistent interoperability for search and rescue missions.

The project is in addition to another smart grid demonstration project that is currently taking place on Maui, which was brought forward through an agreement with Japan-based New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization in November of 2011.

The Coast Guard received reports that an adult male humpback was entangled in fishing net from its head to tail, and was dragging two orange buoys.

Federal authorities today issued a natural disaster designation for Hawai'i County due to ongoing drought conditions. The designation clears the way for affected ranchers and farmers to apply for federal relief.

This weekend's pick of events on Maui...

"I am looking forward to everything from marching bands, to local foods, ninjas in the trees, pirates, laughter, meditation to moonlight yoga, sustainability lessons, and radical new technologies."

You don’t have to be Chinese to love the Year of the Dragon. Hundreds of Mauians turned out to celebrate the Chinese New Year Saturday during day long festivities at the Maui Mall.

A round-up of this weekend's best events on Maui.

A collection of photos from the very first TEDxMaui event which was held on Sunday, January 22, 2012.

Legendary guitarist Jourma Kaukonen plays a solo acoustic date at the Iao Theater in Wailuku on Friday, January 27. Chris Smither opens.

One of Hawaii's favorite visiting reggae bands, SOJA, will join The Green & Anuhea in concert on Saturday, January 28 at 5:30 p.m at the MACC.

This weekend's round-up of events on Maui.