Good morning Wailuku! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Wailuku’s new emergency hub could change Maui’s next disaster response
Today's riddle: What kind of shoes do frogs wear? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Saturday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 85 and low of 73 degrees.
- Sunday: A couple of showers, temps: high: 84, low: 72.
- Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees.
🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Maui County blesses new Emergency Operations Center ahead of wildfire anniversary (hawaiinewsnow.com) — Maui County is opening a new Emergency Operations Center in Wailuku that can host nearly 200 responders and dramatically improve emergency communications during wildfires and hurricanes. Officials say the $24 million, grant-supported facility’s advanced video wall and expanded staffing will speed alerts and coordination for families across Maui Nui when it activates in August.

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🗓 Events Nearby
Saturday July 25
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Alohamike - The Soul Survivor →
Roselani Place, 88 S Papa Ave, Kahului
10:00 am
Sunday July 26
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Spectacular Polynesian Hula Show →
Queen Ka'ahumanu Center, 275 W Kaahumanu Ave, Kahului
1:30 pm
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Magic in Paradise Starring David Kuraya →
ProArts, 1280 S Kihei Rd, Kihei
7:00 pm
Tuesday July 28
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Game Night! (Afternoon) →
Kihei Public Library, 35 Waimahaihai St, Kihei
3:00 pm
Wednesday July 29
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Wildlife Wednesdays →
Hawaiʻi Wildlife Discovery Center, 2435 Kaanapali Pkwy Ste H-14, Lahaina
10:00 am
Friday July 31
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Ali Wong Live →
Maui Arts & Cultural Center, 1 Cameron Way, Kahului
7:00 pm
Sunday August 2
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2026 Empower Her: Wellness Expo →
Binhi At Ani Filipino Community Center, 780 Onehee Ave, Kahului
12:00 pm
Friday August 7
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The Branches Live Music →
Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, 2780 Kekaa Dr #1, Lahaina
6:00 pm
Saturday August 8
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Saturday Matinee! →
Kihei Public Library, 35 Waimahaihai St, Kihei
2:00 pm
Wednesday August 12
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Get Creative – Kaunoa Senior Center →
Kaunoa Senior Center, 401 Alakapa Pl, Paia
1:00 pm
Saturday August 15
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LEGO Building Time! →
Kihei Public Library, 35 Waimahaihai St, Kihei
2:00 pm
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MAUI EKOLULAULE'A 2026 →
Kihei Charter School, 650 Lipoa Pkwy, Kihei
4:00 pm
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Aloha neighbors!
It's been awhile since I've posted due to a busy summer. You all have been keeping me going and I'm so grateful! If you're new or looking for a new… (Nextdoor Wailuku Town)
- Aloha All!
Any recommendations for a dentist that:
-has great pediatrics
-takes HMSA Quest
We use to go to Malama I ke Ola for pediatric dentistry, but they… (Nextdoor Historic Sandhills)
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County of Maui Hawaii posted a job opening for Water/Wastewater Operations Training Officer (SR-22) in Wailuku. Apply here.
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National Guard Employment Network posted a job opening for Ward Clerk - Nights - Wailuku HI in Wailuku. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Wailuku here.
🗞 Nearby News
Kahului
- Walmart to host free health screenings, flu shots at Kahului store Saturday (mauinow.com)
- Ka‘ana Mana‘o: UH Maui College offers new Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (mauinews.com)
- UH Hilo women's volleyball eager to host Rainbow Wahine for first time in 42 years (khon2.com)
Lahaina
- Residents question plans for Lahaina Bypass extension project (mauinews.com)
Ok Wailuku! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Open-toad (Thank you Harold W. for sending it in!)
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