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Maui Public Safety: Maui Police added 21 new members to its Crisis Intervention Team after completing a 40-hour certification aimed at de-escalating mental health and emotional crises before they turn violent. Maui County Finance: The county is moving ahead with a delinquent real property tax auction, with the next sale set for May 19 (and continuing May 20 if needed). Search Update: Authorities have suspended the search for a 75-year-old swimmer missing off Kaanapali Beach after extensive efforts by Maui Police, Maui Fire, and the U.S. Coast Guard. Roadwork Disruptions: Makawao Avenue will see weekend closures from May 16 through June 21 as part of a larger upgrade project expected to finish in February 2027. Energy & Business: Hawaiian Electric is seeking proposals for a large-scale renewable project on Lāna‘i, targeting dispatchable solar plus storage by December 2030. Local Economy: UH Venture Competition winner Makai Aquatics took first place with reef fish aquaculture innovation.

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