Friday, October 25th, 2024
Community Contributed
By Ric Ornellas
The third annual M.Y. Molokai Youth Summit kicks off this Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Molokai High School (MHS) cafeteria from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Six to eight student panelists venturing beyond their comfort zones will present, question and discuss their concerns: Molokai unemployment, homelessness in Hawaii, athlete resources, cultural comprehension, LGBTQ+ rights, and women’s reproductive healthcare. These are not topics adults would normally consider to have teens talk about.
The overall summit theme is “Hua” – who are you? These students are exploring the theme as they simultaneously tackle thorny issues which could affect their adult lives.…
Friday, October 25th, 2024
Community Contributed
By Vicki Boswell
In a landmark moment for the Hokulani Children’s Theatre of Molokai (CTOM), 21 excited students, accompanied by six dedicated chaperones and staff, embarked on a memorable journey to Lanai over the weekend of Oct. 11 to 13. The occasion was a joint performing arts camp in collaboration with the Lanai Academy of Performing Arts (LAPA), which culminated in CTOM’s first-ever off-island performance of “Jane and the Giant Peach” at the Lanai Intermediate High School Gym.
The adventure began as students boarded boats from Molokai to Lanai, embarking on a weekend filled with learning, fun, and new friendships.…
Friday, October 25th, 2024
Molokai History Project News Release
The Molokai History Project is ready for ghosts and goblins to stop by on their way to Ranch Camp on Halloween night. We have fun treats for everyone. It’s a worthwhile stop as the history project has good stuff to fill your bag on your way to a busy exciting evening. But wait, there’s more! The history project has plans for three events you won’t want to miss. Our keiki are honored on Halloween night but November brings treats for all ages. We’re looking forward to three events full of nostalgia, good laughs and sharing of knowledge.…
Friday, October 25th, 2024
Friends of Molokai High and Middle Schools Foundation
Established in 1952, the Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA) is a non-profit organization committed to perpetuating the rich heritage of Hawaiian canoe racing.
OHCRA is the organizer of Na Wahine O Ke Kai and Molokai Hoe canoe races across the Ka’iwi Channel from Molokai to Oahu. Both events are regarded as among the most famous and challenging outrigger canoe events in the world. More than 2,000 canoe paddlers from around the globe come to Molokai to compete in the annual 41-mile event from Hale O Lono Harbor on Molokai to Waikiki Beach on Oahu.…
Friday, October 25th, 2024
Last weekend, Molokai High School played host for the 2024 Maui Interscholastic League DII Girls Volleyball tournament. Teams from across Maui County made the trip to the Barn to take on the best of the best.
The Lady Farmers started out strong with a 3-0 victory over Kulanihakoi High School with scores of 25-10, 25-18 and 25-4. Advancing to the semi-finals, the Lady Farmers took on Seabury Hall. Seabury ultimately took a close 3-1 win over Molokai, with scores of 25-17, 25-19, 23-25 and 25-14.
In the finals, number one seeded Maui Prep continued their dominant season in a back-and-forth match which ended in a 3-2 set victory over Seabury.…
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