AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMaui Tourism & Recovery: Visitor arrivals rose 11.5% in February 2026 and hotel occupancy topped 76% across the Lahaina-Kāʻanapali-Kapalua area, even as Lahaina’s historic commercial core stays largely closed; recovery milestones include Front Street infrastructure restoration and plans for an interim marketplace for up to 50 local vendors. Maui News Ownership Shift: The Maui News is moving to a nonprofit model under Maui Nui Media and Creativity Collaborative, with no layoffs planned and the paper continuing under the same name. Arts & Culture Funding: The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announced 49 organizations receiving $1.5 million for 60 community programs (July–December) spanning culture, agriculture, culinary arts, education, wellness, nature, sports and voluntourism. Community Spotlight: UH alumni-owned businesses filled a sold-out Waikiki UH Alumni Makers’ Market, with proceeds supporting students across the 10-campus UH system. Local Life & Safety: Honolulu firefighters airlifted a seriously injured woman after a fall on the Lanikai Pillbox Trail. Health Alert: Blood Bank of Hawaii says it’s feeling national shortages after the American Red Cross declared a blood supply crisis; donors are urged to book appointments at Young Street or Waikele.
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