Letters

International Aloha

Wednesday, September 8th, 2021

Let’s all hold our hands together on Molokai, in our mind, and feel the positive energy, spirit of our international aloha. Keep our cultures strong and keep our life strong, healthy and safe with this deadly disease. Think about the younger generations of life, keep them safe and all of us. It’s a very important mission, purpose and reason for our adults, parents, to protect ourselves and our younger generations of life. 

Don’t ever say, “I wish I did that.” Wishes die a long time ago – yesterday, today, tomorrow, every day. Say, “I’m so happy I did that.” I believe that will help all of our lives.…

Heartfelt Condolences

Wednesday, September 8th, 2021

I am writing this as a means to communicate our heartfelt condolences to Anakala Pilipo, Greg and family on the passing of Dianna.

We came to Molokai for the first time six years ago, fell in love with the island but especially the people. They have brought us back year after year until COVID grounded us. We miss so many friends there and it is especially hard to lose a dear soul so far away.

We always went to Halawa every year and we felt a real bond with the Solatarios — I blew conch with Greg and had some nice moments with the family beyond the usual tourist visit.…

A Year on Molokai

Wednesday, September 1st, 2021

As a 74-year-old I treasure the memories of past lives, one of which was a lifetime spent on Molokai in one year. It was 1982 and I had lost my job in Washington state due to an economic downturn. I traveled to Koloa on Kauai and after working and living there for a month, I recalled a friend-of-a-friend had a charter sailboat business on Molokai and said he would take me out, so I took the next plane to the Molokai airport. I remember it was difficult to find a ride to Kaunakakai so thankfully most of my walk was downhill.…

Mokulele Pet Policy

Wednesday, July 14th, 2021

The “What’s Happening Molokai” Facebook page has multiple examples from residents attempting travel with a pet on Mokulele Airlines. The latest policy requires 48 hours notice for a pet to travel or pay a fee of $120.00. The pet must also be in an enclosed carrier to sit on your lap.

This policy has not been consistently addressed by Mokulele Airlines staff so many customers are not told of the policy when making a reservation. This leaves a pet owner scrambling to comply when they arrive at the airport for their flight.

Will The Molokai Dispatch please reach out to Mokulele Airlines to provide clear policy information for pet travel?…

Mahalo for Car Assistance

Wednesday, July 14th, 2021

At midday on Wednesday, June 7, on a very hot sunny day, my car, a dark green ‘97 Honda CR-V, stalled from overheating on the west end Kalua Koi Road. I let the engine cool down then started again. After several seconds it quickly overheated and stalled again. Three for four times as I was trying to continue on my way, I had to stop along and requested a gallon of water each time to fill the radiator. When I realized it was futile because I discovered the radiator was leaking profusely, I had to call for help. Fortunately, I had my cell phone with me and made a call to get emergency towing near me.…

Seeking Waipahu Alums

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021

Waipahu High School Class of 1971 (Island of Oahu) requests fellow classmates who graduated and now reside on island of Molokai to provide us their current phone number, email or mailing address for the upcoming 50th reunion. Email waipahuhs71@gmail.com; or mail to Waipahu High School Class of ‘71, c/o Cambe Corp., 4348 Waialae Avenue #387, Honolulu, HI 96816. Save the reunion date: Nov. 13, 2021 at Ala Moana Hotel, Oahu.

Thank you,

Carol Kia…

Fire Assistance Mahalo

Wednesday, July 7th, 2021

On Friday, June 25, because of faulty and not to code electrical wiring, my small hale in Kawela was engulfed in flames within seconds and left me with literally nothing but the pajamas I was wearing and my dog.

I want to thank the Fire Department that responded, the Police Department and all these amazing people that helped me; Ben and Chris Ann Severson, Patty Keaweamahi, Pattee Kawaauhau, Theresa Kealoha, Jelden Jose and Titah English, and a neighbor whom I have never met but held my hand and stayed with me and offered me his couch to sleep on that night (would love to know you and thank you in person), Aaron Boswell and Sean Simon (both with the Fire Department).…