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General news which affects the Molokai community in one way or another.

Peter Paul Soares, Sr.

Wednesday, May 11th, 2022

Peter Paul Soares, Sr.

Peter Paul Soares Sr. 77, of Las Vegas Nevada and formerly of Kahului Maui, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2022 in Summerlin Las Vegas with his loving family at his side. He was born to the late Jack and Dolores (Omalza) Soares on June 29, 1944 in Ho’olehua on Molokai.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Cheryl; sons Peter Soares Jr (Desiree) and Daniel Soares (Ginger); daughters Tammy Locke (Bruce) and Raynette Yap (Byron); eight grandchildren; brothers Jacob Soares (Ruth) and Patrick Soares; his extended family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren; hanai son James Hirozawa and hanai daughter Lynette Sakamura.…

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Elizabeth Nani Aki Street

Wednesday, May 11th, 2022

Elizabeth Nani Aki Street

Elizabeth Nani Aki Street was born on Jan. 28, 1933 in Ho’olehua, Molokai and died on Feb. 26, 2022 in Seattle, WA. She is survived by sons Butch, Carl and Eric; daughters Gail and Doris; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great grandchildren; and sister Mahiki Lankford. She was preceded in death by husband Duane Street and parents William and Annie Wahinealii Aki.

Burial will be on Saturday, May 28th, 2022, at 10 a.m. at Homelani Cemetery.…

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Kualapu’u La Ali’i

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Kualapu’u La Ali’i

By The Molokai Dispatch Staff

Last week, Kualapu’u School’s Hawaiian Immersion Program honored Hawaiian royalty in the annual La Aliʻi celebration. The entire school, along with some others island wide, will be prerecording May Day observances for broadcast this month, while a few schools will be doing live May Day celebrations this year. Donning colorful lei and representing the royal courts and colors of various islands, Lei Day is a beloved annual tradition among schools, one of many that was put on hold during the pandemic.

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Inspected Meat Remains Safe as bTB Outbreak Continues

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

By Catherine Cluett Pactol | Editor

With concern about bovine tuberculosis (bTB), which has rapidly spread across livestock herds in central and west Molokai this year, some residents have wondered, is it safe to eat meat slaughtered on Molokai? The answer is yes. 

“The Molokai Livestock Cooperative would like to assure you, our community, that the procedures of how we handle every single animal, whether it be cattle, hogs, deer or sheep, must go through a stringent inspection by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, also known as the USDA,” wrote Randy Cabreros, interim manager of Molokai’s slaughterhouse, in a social media post last week.…

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Judo Preps for States, Track Heads to MILs

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Judo Preps for States, Track Heads to MILs

By The Molokai Dispatch Staff

Four Molokai judoka won titles at the Maui Interscholastic League Championships last weekend, while two more earned second places and all six will be advancing to states this Saturday. 

Kaia Yamashita won the championship at 109 pounds, Sonni Han took the 154 division title, ‘Ekolu Horner won first place at 178 pounds and Nalu Kalipi won gold at 220 pounds. Kiliohu Duvauchelle took second at 109 pounds and Ara Puaa also earned silver at 172 pounds. 

The State Judo Championships will be held on May 7 at the Stan Sheriff Center in Honolulu. 

The Track team competed in its last regular season meet last weekend and are headed to the MIL championships this weekend. …

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Softball, Tennis End Their Seasons

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Softball, Tennis End Their Seasons

By The Molokai Dispatch Staff 

The Lady Farmers went to bat at the Maui Interscholastic League Softball tournament on Lanai, closing their season short of the win. On Thursday, Molokai beat Hana 15-6, advancing to the final game. Lanai bested Molokai 15-6 in four innings on Friday, winning the championship and the state berth.  “Great moments are born from great opportunity.  As a coaching staff we are so very proud of our Lady Farmers Softball team and the progress they have made this season,” said Head Coach Kalei Pastrana. “Although they fell short this weekend, they played with a lot of heart. …

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Volleyball Hosts Championship, Ends Season

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Volleyball Hosts Championship, Ends Season

By The Molokai Dispatch Staff

The Boys Volleyball team hosted the Maui Interscholastic League Championships at the Barn last weekend for the first time since 2016. Molokai won Thursday’s game against Lanai 3-0 — 25-15, 25-15, 25-16 — then fell to Seabury 3-0 in a close championship Friday night, 25-22, 25-22, 25-18. 

“You know, it’s not quite the ending we wanted but the MIL will be very well represented by Seabury [at states],” said Head Coach Hale Domingo. “We had a game plan from the start but when you fall behind from the start, the game plan goes out the door.…

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Developing Resilience Hubs

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Maui County News Release

The Maui County Office of Climate Change, Resiliency and Sustainability is discussing the formation of Resiliency Hubs in Maui County. 

“Resilience Hubs help communities respond to natural and other disasters to expedite emergency recovery,” said Mayor Michael Victorino. “These hubs work best when they are customized to meet specific community needs. So please participate in the workshop closest to where you live. In this era of climate change and extreme weather, there’s no such thing as being over-prepared for the unexpected.”

Community input will help determine what services will be offered in Resiliency Hubs, but they are envisioned as places, most of the time, for residents, businesses and organizations to come together for workshops, events and training.…

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Free Energy-Savings Kit

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Hawaiian Electric News Release

Molokai residents are invited to pick up a free kit containing energy-saving items to help reduce energy use at home on Wednesday, May 11, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the drive-through locations on the island. The events will be held at Kaunakakai, Maunaloa and Kilohana elementary schools. 

Hosted by Hawaiian Electric in partnership with Hawaii Energy and the County of Maui Department of Water, the drive-through events will be distributing one kit per vehicle, first come-first served and while supplies last.

The kits include energy-saving light bulbs, water-saving faucet aerators and other items to help residents reduce energy use and manage their energy bills.…

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Molokai Organizations Get Funding Awards

Thursday, May 5th, 2022

Sen. DeCoite News Release

Thirteen organizations in Maui County were chosen to receive grant-in-aid (GIA) awards from the Hawaii State Legislature, including some on Molokai, Senator Lynn DeCoite (District 7 –Hana, East and Upcountry Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Kahoʻolawe) announced last week.  

“For two years during the height of the pandemic, the Legislature has been unable to grant aid to organizations across our state,” said Sen. DeCoite. “This is why I am so pleased to announce a total of $2,188,694 has been allocated to help organizations across our district continue their impactful work that touches so many lives.”

The 13 District 7 organizations that received GIA awards are: Aloha House, Inc.…

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