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Flu Shots Available for Community

Monday, September 13th, 2010

Flu Shots Available for Community

Molokai Health Systems News Release

Several flu shot clinics are being set up around the island during the month of September, for residents to receive the 2010-11 seasonal and H1N1 vaccine.

This project is a collaborative effort between Dr. Daniel McGuire, Molokai Community Health Center, Molokai Drugs Inc., Molokai Family Health Center, Molokai General Hospital and Na Pu`uwai, to provide a community service to enhance the health of Molokai residents. The shots are administered by Certified Healthcare Professionals, while supplies last.

There is no co-pay for the vaccine, and a health plan membership card is required if you are insured. You must be 18 years or older to receive a flu shot at these locations. Bring a driver’s license or other photo ID. If you are running a fever or are allergic to eggs you are not able to receive the flu vaccination.

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Locally Made Film Gets Exposure

Friday, September 10th, 2010

Locally Made Film Gets Exposure

Blending ancient Hawaiian practices – malama ka `aina – with modern methods of sustainability – solar panels and food forests – is the topic of one of Matt Yamashita’s latest films, showing now on `Oiwi TV.

Yamashita is a local filmmaker who has shot a wide range of documentaries. “Sustainable Living on the Island of Molokai” was recently picked up by Oahu-based, video-on-demand station `Oiwi TV. The station began three years ago with a focus on Native Hawaiian programming, even featuring a news program delivered in Hawaiian.

“I first saw the trailer for this when he released it, [and] I knew instantly that I wanted it on `Oiwi TV,” said `Oiwi Chief Financial Officer Keoni Lee. “It is pieces like this, ones that tell the stories no one else is telling but should be. It was kind of like "This American Life" on NPR but Molokai style.”

The video brings attention to the efforts of people on Molokai, who are not just trying to live lightly upon the earth, but in some cases replicating ancient Hawaiian practices.

, ones that are out in the many pockets around the island where lots of good (and unfortunately bad) things are happening,” Lee said. “We want to create a network of producers around the state to contribute to the conversation and venue that we have built.”

Yamashita’s documentary will be highlighted on `Oiwi TV starting Sept. 6 through the 19th. It can be viewed on digital cable channel 326 or on their website http://www.oiwi.tv/.
Yamashita’s videos can be previewed on YouTube via his channel ‘molokaimatt,’ or on his website http://www.islandlifevideos.com/index.html

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Need a State ID?

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Need a State ID?

Residents needing a state identification card have their once-a-year opportunity next Saturday, Sept. 18, to apply on-island. Officials will be on Molokai at the Mitchell Pauole Center to process applications from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Interested parties must fill out the application, found at http://hawaii.gov/ag/hcjdc/main/hawaii_id_cards/, and provide the following documents:

- Proof of Hawaii address: tax form, rental or time-share agreement for six months or more, current utility bill, vehicle registration or driver’s license.
- Original Social Security card and certified birth certificate OR certificate of citizenship or naturalization OR valid U.S. passport.

Persons under 14 must have parent or guardian signature. The fee is $10 for citizens 65 years or older; $15 all others.

More information can be found at http://hawaii.gov/ag/hcjdc/main/hawaii_id_cards/ or call 1-800-468-4644 x.73111.

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A Light from Heaven

Wednesday, September 1st, 2010

Provided by John Thoene

Located right above American Savings Bank in Kaunakakai is Molokai’s newest store, A Light from Heaven. On Sept. 7, A Light from Heaven will be celebrating its grand opening. Come and celebrate with the owners, John and Lina Thoene. We sell camping, hunting and fishing supplies and accessories.

Hours of operation are 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday – Saturday; 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Wednesday, and closed Sunday. Although there are a couple of stores on the island that sell fishing merchandise and some camping equipment, we do not have a store that specifically specializes in camping, hunting and fishing. We do not wish to compete with the other stores; rather, we will sell what the other stores do not.

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At Home on the Homestead

Wednesday, August 25th, 2010

At Home on the Homestead

After 37 long years of waiting for Hawaiian homestead land, Judy Caparida still has a smile on her face.

“I’m the kind of person that whatever comes, comes,” she said, standing in front of her new house in Ho`olehua. “We’ve had a lot of challenges, we’ve had plans, [and] then they don’t work out. [We] let the Lord work it out for us.”

One of the challenges Caparida and her husband Cappy faced was finding a contractor. After 35 years on the Department of Hawaiian Homelands (DHHL) wait list, they were awarded a lot in Ho`olehua – although they had requested a lot on Molokai’s east side. Judy said officials told her they would not be awarding east side lots in her lifetime.

In the two years that followed, the Caparidas met with seven different contractors – but none could commit. Then they met Shannon Au, owner of Molokai-based Auco Construction.

Au said he normally does remodelings and refurbishments, but he builds about four houses a year from the ground up.

“Every time is different; I like to build for people and get to know them as friends,” he said. When he met with the Caparidas, he said he fell in love with their story, and agreed to build their house.

God, Jesus made it possible to make our home, for the future of our children,” Judy said.

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Emergency Response Drills This Week

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Emergency Response Drills This Week

Monsanto News Release

If you happen to see fire trucks, police cars and ambulances descend on one of Monsanto’s fields this week, don’t panic. It’s all part of a safety drill that provides emergency response training for Monsanto employees and public safety personnel.

“Safety is integral to Monsanto’s daily operations, and is incorporated into everything we do,” said Dawn Bicoy, community affairs manager for Monsanto Molokai. “This practice drill is a great way to provide hands-on training so our employees are prepared for emergencies and know what to do.”

The emergency drill is being carried out with the cooperation and assistance of the Molokai fire and police departments, and EMT personnel.

“We’re very fortunate to have such enthusiastic fire fighters, police and EMTs here on Molokai who want to participate in a pro-active safety event like this,” Bicoy said.  “They’ve been extremely helpful in planning for this drill.”

Monsanto employees have been given training and are aware that a drill will take place, but in order to simulate real emergency conditions, the specific date and location have not been disclosed to them.  “This is really exciting to know we’re going to participate in something that also provides civic emergency training,” said Chiemi Talon, administrative assistant at the Monsanto Molokai site. 

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Nonprofits at Risk

Monday, August 23rd, 2010

Community Contributed

By Karen Holt

Are you a Molokai nonprofit that hasn’t filed your tax return yet? You may lose your tax exempt status if you don't file tax returns immediately.

The IRS recently implemented a new tax filing requirement for small nonprofit organizations.  Those who have not filed tax returns with the IRS now risk losing their 501(c)(3) status.  The IRS has a complete list of all the endangered Hawai'i nonprofits at this link: http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-tege/hi.pdf

The following Molokai nonprofits are on the IRS list to lose their tax exempt status because they have not filed IRS tax returns:

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Manley Makes the Grade

Friday, August 20th, 2010

Manley Makes the Grade

Azusa Pacific University News Release

Ho`olehua, Hawaii resident and Azusa Pacific University student Colton R. Manley made the academic Deans' List at Azusa Pacific University. Manley is honored for a spring semester 2010 academic standing of a 3.5 or better grade-point average. Manley is a Nursing Major, who is joined by nearly 1,500 other students receiving the same honor.

Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to God First and excellence in higher education. Offering more than 60 areas of undergraduate study, 26 master's degree programs, and 7 doctorates to a total student population of more than 8,500 on campus, online, and at seven regional centers across Southern California, APU has been recognized as one of U.S.News' America's Best Colleges for six years running and by The Princeton Review as one of the Best in the West. APU graduates are known for professional excellence, the highest ethical standards, and their desire to make a difference in the world. www.apu.edu

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Metal Recycling to Resume

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

After seven months with no metal recycler on Molokai to dispose of junk cars and appliances, the County of Maui has secured a new contractor to run the island’s facility.

Kitagawa Towing, a metals recycling company based on Maui, will oversee the disposal of metal scraps, appliances and junk cars with an event-based collections program on Molokai. The public can dispose of metal material for about two weeks during the collection events, which are expected to take place two to four times per year.

Patience Gaia, vehicles and metals administrator for the county’s Solid Waste Division, said the first Molokai collection event will be held within the next sixth months.

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Sirens Tested on Thursday

Tuesday, July 20th, 2010

County of Maui News Release

As part of routine maintenance, two Civil Defense emergency warning sirens on Molokai will be tested this Thursday, July 22, 2010. The test will include a two-minute sounding of each siren, the County of Maui Civil Defense Agency announced.

The two sirens, which are part of the state Emergency Alert System (EAS), are located at Kilohana Elementary School and at Kamalo. The siren at Kilohana will be tested at approximately 10 a.m.; the siren at Kamalo is expected to be tested at noon.

Thursday’s scheduled two-minute siren tones are for maintenance and testing purposes only.

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