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

Summer Surf Results

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Summer Surf Results

Ko Molokai Keiki O Ke Kai News Release

The 2013 Ko Molokai Keiki O Ke Kai summer surf series has come to an end, providing dozens of keiki with an opportunity to spend quality with their families and a fun, safe and drug-free activity during the summer break. The series celebrated its 24th anniversary this year, organized by a not-for-profit group of dedicated parents and volunteers to perpetuate the culture and traditions of surfing for the next generation.

Organizers would like to thank supporters and sponsors Friendly Market, Molokai Drugstore, Volcom, Dennis Kirk-HIC, Mickey Neilson-Quiksilver, Donald and LaVonne Pahia-Quiksilver, Kehau Mckee- Wailua Beach, Pua and Heather Rochlen- Jams World, Aunty Shirley Rawlins- Chevron, Pu`u O Hoku Ranch and Friendly Isle United Fund.…

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The Amazing Local Pumpkin

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Community Contributed

By Joe Kennedy

The Filipino/Hawaiian pumpkin is totally a winner for you folks who are growers, gardeners and farmers. It’s easy to grow (just keep watering it) and it’s resistant to insects and drought — even if it gets powdery mildew, it keeps producing. To plant it, dump half a wheel barrow full of manure or, if you don’t have manure, you can use dirt from under the kiawe or koa tree. Spread it around to about three to four inches. After watering it until the ground is soaked, spread newspaper over this area two or three sheets thick.…

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Don’t Know Beans?

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

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By Glenn I. Teves, UH County Extension Agent

Legumes or beans are high in protein, and called the meat substitute of the plant family, but what makes them unique from meat is their high water and fiber content that fills us up, and we don’t get enough fiber in our diets. The recommended weekly dietary intake of beans was recently increased three-fold to three cups a week! Of 100 foods measured for their antioxidant capacity, three beans made the top four: azuki, kidney and pinto beans.

Native to the tropics and members of the Leguminosae family, types of beans are endless including limas, wing beans, soybeans, snap or green beans, and even peas.…

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Join the Choir

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

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By Kristi Dudoit

Do you enjoy singing but don’t like to sing by yourself in front of crowds?  Or perhaps you grew up singing in choirs when you were small and wish you could be in one again?  Come and join the Molokai Community Choir, made up of people from all backgrounds and skill levels.  We meet once a week on Thursdays from 6-8pm at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and will start rehearsals for our Christmas season on Thursday, August 1.

The Community Choir started in January and ended the season in June with a successful concert. …

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Increased Visitors, Spending on Molokai

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Visitors to Molokai are slightly on the rise, according to data released last week by the Hawaii Tourism Authority. The number of tourists arriving on the island by air increased almost two percent in the first six months of 2013 from the same period last year — 27,738 people from January to June of this year, compared to 27,270 in 2012. Visitors coming to Molokai by boat increased by more than 33 percent — from 2,266 last year to 3,018 in 2013 as of last month. Those numbers are for visitors stopping on Molokai among other islands in Hawaii. For those vacationing on Molokai only, the number dropped from 3,978 people in the first six months of last year to 3,625 this year — an almost nine percent drop.…

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Soon to be Cinder

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Soon to be Cinder

Cinder — a porous, low-density rock material — is used commonly on track and road surfaces and for landscaping. In high demand on Molokai, there’s currently no cinder harvesting operation on the island. That could change soon, however. Last week, Tri-L Construction was granted a permit that will allow them to operate the Waieli cinder pit in West Molokai.

The pit is located on 1.3 acres of state agricultural district land at Pu`u O Waieli, off the road to Hale O Lono in Maunaloa. After lengthy discussions over responsibility for maintenance of the access road, the Molokai Planning Commission approved Tri-L’s request for an extension of their special use permit to operate the pit.…

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Increasing Island Food Storage

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

With growing concerns on Molokai about food security, Friendly Market Center (FMC) is taking a big step to enhance their food storage capabilities. The Kaunakakai grocery store plans to build a 7,544-square-foot warehouse that will more than double the business’ current walk in chiller storage capacity for perishable items, according to co-owner Jeff Egusa. The warehouse will offer a buffer in case the barge cannot deliver on its current twice-weekly schedule, and could also mean cheaper food for Molokai shoppers, Egusa said.

The expansion of Friendly Market Center’s storage facilities highlights the critical role of secure storage in ensuring food security and stable supply chains.…

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Dancing with the Spirits

Thursday, August 1st, 2013

Dancing with the Spirits

On the lawn of the Molokai Guzeiji Soto Mission Buddhist temple, dancers stepped with slow grace in a circle beneath glowing paper lanterns and a fading sky. Families joined in the dance or enjoyed food and the company of family and friends. But there was more to the rhythmic steps than just a dance — for those in the Buddhist tradition, it was a once-a-year chance to reunite with the spirits of those who have passed.

“Bon dance is the time that we remember our departed loved ones… a time to celebrate and honor life,” said Rev. Shuji Komagata, of Oahu, who helps lead the Bon Festival on Molokai every year.…

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Join the Crop of Producers

Wednesday, July 24th, 2013

Whole Foods News Release

Are you a farmer or producer interested in creating excellent products? A day-long summit to share information, inspiration and networking opportunities with Hawaii farmers and producers will be held on Kaui, Maui and Oahu Aug. 6-10. Called Sprout, the program is intended to cultivate Hawaii’s next crop of artisanal producers.

Whole Foods welcomes all existing and aspiring Hawaii farmers and producers to learn more about topics including becoming a Whole Foods Market supplier, pricing and business models, the retailer’s perspective, branding and marketing, financing, Whole Food’s Market’s local producer loan program, distribution, packaging, local ingredient sourcing, and more. …

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Hawaiian Studies Degree

Wednesday, July 24th, 2013

UH Maui College Molokai News Release

The University of Hawaii Maui College, Molokai will be offering an associate in arts degree in Hawaiian studies starting this fall.

“Establishing the associate degree program is an important step for UH system initiatives perpetuating Hawaiian language, culture, and values,” the Hawaiian Studies instructors at UH, Maui College said.

The new associate degree program will benefit all students seeking a deeper understanding of Native Hawaiian culture and history and is a pathway to any four-year degree.  The degree also is expected to be of interest to those entering the workforce or other areas of study where knowledge of the host culture is desired.…

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