Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Community Contributed
By Christine Kage
Rick Schonely is the October Golf Ace winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club.
Retired Maui County firefighter, Molokai High’s singing substitute teacher for 40 years and counting, professional musician with Six Pak, Eddie Tanaka, and Rick’s own Kalaupapa Backyard Band, Rick is also the voice of Molokai Farmers’ football and baseball, as “ESPN Molokai” team leader. His weekly Molokai Sports Report can be seen all over the world!
Schonely shot 38-44 for a gross total of 82. With his 15 handicap, his 67 net got him the win. Congratulations Rick!
As always, the Hui O Kukui Golf Club would like to thank the staff and management of the iconic Ironwood Hills golf course for perpetuating the game of golf on Molokai!…
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Young Brothers News Release
Young Brothers recently christened the new Kalohi and Naulu barges, marking a key milestone in their $45 million investment to boost interisland shipping reliability. Set to enter service in December 2024, these barges will enhance cargo capacity and feature advanced technology for safer, more efficient loading and unloading.
The Kalohi is a nimble 286-foot barge designed to service smaller ports like Kaunakakai, Molokai and Kaumalapau, Lanai. The Naulu, a 365-foot vessel with the largest cargo capacity in Young Brothers’ fleet, allows for increased cargo transport during peak periods and operational efficiencies during off-peak times. Both barges feature advanced ballast technology for stability in varying ocean conditions and multiple cargo ramps for improved loading and unloading efficiency.…
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
The Molokai History Project News Release
The Molokai History Project has fired up our idea machine and all the ideas are now progressing into definite plans and events that are fun and full of surprises. So, mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss anything. Our first special experience for you is to stop in and enjoy revolving student displays, enjoying for yourself the talent and creative force of our students of all ages. Don’t worry, we will let you know about each new display, and where it is located. Stay tuned. More details coming.…
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Bayer News Release
Bayer employees on Molokai donated hundreds of pounds of food to the Salvation Army, helping to provide essential resources to local families in need as part of a national campaign to help end hunger.
Held in September, Hunger Action Month is a national effort by the nonprofit Feeding America to raise awareness about hunger in America and inspire action. In Hawaii, where one in six people face food insecurity, Bayer employees regularly support food drives and feeding programs throughout the year.
During this year’s Hunger Action Month, Bayer employees on Oahu, Molokai and Maui collectively raised more than 1,200 pounds of food for the Hawaii Foodbank, Salvation Army and Maui Food Bank, providing essential support to local families during a critical time.…
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Molokai Arts Center News Release
The Molokai Arts Center (MAC) offers several opportunities for artist residencies each year. Molokai provides a perfect backdrop to create, explore and experience a unique culture. The purpose of the MAC Artist in Residence program is to provide guest artists with a respite from daily responsibilities, to enable them to create and concentrate on their work. This month, the MAC welcomed artist in residence Alice Banks from Ottawa, Canada. Banks completed her Bachelor of Design degree at OCAD University in Tkaronto/Toronto, Ontario with a major in material art and design. Upon graduating in 2011, she launched a fashion line using her one-of-a-kind textiles that sold in boutiques across Canada and the USA.…
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