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Partnership Raises Drug Use Awareness
New campaign to spread anti-meth message. Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Maui County and the Partnership for a Drug-Free America are working together to bring an anti-methamphetamine campaign to Maui County. The Meth360 campaign kicked off last week Tuesday on Maui, with a press conference featuring several key figures including Mayor Charmaine Tavares. “Our goal is to attack it from all angles,” said Jazmin Tinsley, BBBS Project Manager. The campaign is targeting drug awareness by focusing on youth, caregivers, and parents. Workshops will provide professionals and parents with the necessary skill sets to help youth in dealing with exposure to drug use.
Add your commentMHIS Gears Up for Landmark Anniversary
Planning begins for 75th celebration. By Jennifer Smith Molokai High School (MHIS) alumni will soon have yet another reason to proudly celebrate their alma mater. With the 75th anniversary only six years away, the Alumni Association has already begun planning for the momentous occasion. Unlike the annual luau that hosts every graduating year sharing the last digit of the current graduating class, all MHIS graduates are invited to attend the 75th Anniversary celebrations. Several exciting plans are underway, and the planning committee is asking alumni to dig through their old boxes and share old pictures, articles, and annuals. They are requesting graduates to submit these memories for a special collection of 75 years of MHIS that will be available at the 2014 celebration.
Young Brothers Increases Cargo Rates
Public Utilities Commission approves 5.5 percent zone increase. The Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has approved Young Brothers, Limited’s application for a 5.5-percent zone increase on all cargo categories effective August 1. Under the PUC Decision and Order number 24139, the company has rate flexibility within a range, called a “zone of reasonableness.” The proposed zone increase does not include or reflect the increased cost of fuel, which is covered in the company's separate fuel price adjustment. Young Brothers may request a zone of reasonableness rate increase once per year and may adjust fuel prices quarterly.
Election Candidates Announced
The race begins for the 2008 Primary Elections. By Zalina Alvi Candidates in the 2008 Primary Elections have been announced, and Molokai has four familiar faces and two new names on their ballot. Those looking to return for another term are Molokai Councilmember Danny Mateo, OHA Trustee Island of Molokai Colette Y. Piipii Machado, State Representative District 13 Mele Carroll, and State Senator District 6 J. Kalani English. New to the elections are Waipa Purdy running against Machado for OHA Trustee Island of Molokai, and John Blumer-Buell running for State Senator District 6. Voting will take place on Sept. 20 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. You can contact the Office of Elections by phone at 453-8683 or (800) 442-8683, or by email at elections@hawaii.gov.
Health Care for Keiki
Temporary assistance for children from families impacted by business closures. Press Release The Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA) and the State of Hawaii are working together to ensure local keiki are taken care of increasingly difficult economic times. On August 1, HMSA began enrolling children from families affected by Hawaii business closures, and who have no other health insurance coverage, under the existing Keiki Care Plan. The coverage will be effective through the end of this year. “With all the stresses that come with losing a job, I think what hits families hardest is concern over their children continuing to get good health care,” said Senator Roz Baker (Dist, 5 - South and West Maui, Kapalua, Ka’anapali, Lahaina, Ma’alaea, Kihei, Wailea, Makena), Chair of the Senate Ways and Means Committee. “While we are confident...
Innovation on Molokai
Maunaloa-based company recognized for lowering building energy costs. Chelsea Group Ltd. CEO George Benda with Governor Linda LinglePhoto Courtesy Office of the Governor Press Release Developing a way for commercial building owners to cut energy costs and meet national efficiency standards has earned Chelsea Group, Ltd., recognition by the State of Hawaii. Governor Linda Lingle honored the Molokai-based firm for its “ingenuity and commitment to developing creative ways to improve Hawaii and help the state meet the challenges of the 21st century.” Presenting the Governor’s Innovation Award to Chelsea CEO George Benda, Gov. Lingle praised the firm for developing “an innovative way to use virtual technology to help its customers around the nation become more environmentally friendly and energy efficient.”
Father Damien on Doorstep to Sainthood
Pope’s approval clears way for canonization. By Jennifer Smith What residents of Kalaupapa have known for over a century, has now been confirmed by Pope Benedict XVI. The pope approved last week Thursday, Father Damien de Veuster’s second miracle, finally allowing for the priest’s canonization to sainthood. “The response was wonderful,” Kalaupapa’s Father Felix Vandebroek said, explaining how his parishioners have responded. “They are elated that their hero, Father Damien is going to be a saint.” Damien was beatified in 1995 after being linked to the 1895 miracle recovery of a Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary nun. Then in 1999 a Honolulu woman credited her recovery from terminal lung cancer, to prayers she made to Father Damien. The recovery could not be explained medically.
Governor's Advisory Council Meeting
To discuss conservation and resource management for Kawela and East Molokai. The Governor’s Moloka‘i Community Advisory Council will meet on Tuesday, July 8, 3:00 p.m. at the Kūlana ‘Ōiwi, DHHL / OHA Conference Room, 600 Maunaloa Highway, in Kaunakakai. The public is invited. Representatives from state, county and federal resource conservation agencies will discuss possible solutions to prevent flooding and erosion as well as potential actions to mitigate property and environmental damage in the Kawela Stream area. Governor Linda Lingle created community advisory councils to give the neighbor islands a stronger voice in state government. The Moloka‘i Community Advisory Council holds monthly public meetings to seek community input and advise the Governor of important issues on Moloka‘i. The council also recommends potential nominees...
Getting Molokai in the Right Zone
County brings zoning inspectors to the island. In an attempt to simplify and streamline the often confusing zoning process, the County of Maui will bring zoning inspectors to the island once a month. "These visits will provide additional access to department staff for residents in these distant communities," Mayor Charmaine Tavares said in a press release. Visiting inspectors will be available to answer questions regarding zoning and enforcement, as well as conduct on-site property inspections. The inspectors will also be available by appointment during each visit, and the department anticipates an initial schedule of eight appointments per visit. Typical zoning and enforcement issues that are investigated include non-permitted uses under Title 19 of the County Code, such as setbacks, non-permitted TVRs and doing business on...
Meet the Molokai Dispatch Again for the First Time
Kids, Politics and Hawaiian Culture – the foundation of this island newspaper. By Todd Yamashita The first time I had my picture printed in a newspaper I was 15 years old and crazy about skateboarding. George Peabody of the Molokai Advertiser News snapped a shot as I was doing tricks off a launch ramp in Kualapu`u. I’ll never forget how proud I felt featured in print for all of Molokai to see. Almost two decades later, I don’t really launch off of anything anymore, but I am still excited about newspapers and the positive changes they can make within our community. This is precisely why you’ll find news in the Molokai Dispatch that focuses on youth, culture, history, leadership and community voice – the foundation of a healthy community.