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Rachel Talon

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Rachel Talon

Rachel Lahela Waialeale Talon, of Maunaloa, (recently resided in Waipio, Oahu) was surrounded by love as she peacefully went with the Lord on March 26, 2011 at the Pali Momi Medical Center in Honolulu, at age 90.  Born February 17, 1921 in Kapa`a, Kauai, she was a pineapple field worker for Libby’s, McNeil and Dole.  She also worked as a senior companion on Molokai.  Known to many for her gift of lomilomi and her hands of healing, she is a blessing to all those who knew her.

She is survived by son Joseph (Betsy) Talon of Lahaina; daughters Earlene (Henry, Sr.) Lindo of Waiehu, Maui, Talia (Milo) Cenal of Waipio, Oahu and Mich`lae Waialeale of Waipio, Oahu; 22 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Aduca Talon; daughters Janette Low and Clara (Low) Kaahanui; son James Low and great grand-daughter Kehaukauiwehiwehionalani Mawae Low.

Celebration of our tutu’s life will be held on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Family viewing 7 – 8 a.m., public viewing 8 – 10:45 a.m., service starts at 11 a.m.; casual attire.  Burial to follow at Maunaloa Cemetery. 

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Veterans’ Corner

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Veterans’ Corner

Community Contributed

By Jesse Church

Hello veterans, old Jesse here with all the veterans’ news and upcoming events. Just a reminder that Joe Thompson from the VA will be at the veterans’ center in Kaunakakai on April 29 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. he will be able to answer your questions and help file claims, and give advice on all VA issues. Supplies of the yellow Molokai Veterans Caring for Veterans (MVCV) shirts are running low, so get yours at the veterans’ center before their gone. The annual MVCV Cribbage Tournament will be on May 7, so get your registration form filled out.

The U.S. Mint has begun selling the 2011 U.S. Army commemorative coins – 50-cent, silver dollar and five dollar gold coins. The coins are in recognition and celebration of the establishment of the Army in 1775 and to honor the American soldier of yesterday and today. The Mint is also taking orders for the 2011 Medal of Honor commemorative coins – silver and five dollar gold coins. The Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force that can be given to a person serving in the U.S. armed forces. The medal was authorized by Congress in 1861 as the Navy’s highest personal decoration, with the Army Medal of Honor authorized in 1862 and the Air Force in 1956. The medals are presented by the president in the name of Congress, and less than 3,500 have been authorized in 150 years. Call 1-800-872-6468 for more information, pricing and to order any of these coins.


Seven veterans from MVCV went to Honolulu on April 4 for the federal court hearing. Our attorney Suki Halevi argued in defense of nine complains filed by MVCV, and Maui County attorney Jane Lowell argued and filed a motion to dismiss our complaint. The judge said he would announce his decision at the end of the month, if any of the veterans’ claims have legal merit. Should the case move on, the trial is set for Oct. 25.

If anyone has any news, stores or experiences while serving this great country they would like to share, give old Jesse a call at 553-3323. A big mahalo to all our veterans, and the people of Molokai, I love you all.

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Aia i Lahaina: Remembering Legacy

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Community Contributed

By Wilson “Manuwai” Peters

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Molokai Loses a Voice

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Molokai Loses a Voice

There has been an unseen hand behind many successful Molokai projects: Irene Lam, former area specialist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development. It was her job to bring money into Molokai for businesses, construction and development – and according to many that have worked with her, she succeeded tenfold. After 19 years of serving Molokai, Lam left to work and care for her mother and work in Los Angeles.

Through USDA Rural Development grants that she researched and wrote, Lam has provided a 90-year-old woman her own home, built the Lanikeha Community Center, restored Kalanianaole Hall, and brought in millions of dollars over the past 19 years for a multitude of other projects.

happen, and continue to make it happen.”

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Habitat For Humanity Begins Anew

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Molokai Habitat for Humanity is moving in a new direction – new executive director, new board members, and new way of looking at affordable living on Molokai.

Zhantell Dudoit, executive director (ED) as of mid-March, said once the three current builds are completed, the organization will be working to rehabilitate houses on Molokai – “we have to take care of what we have first before adding.”

“Having affordable, safe homes is a direct benefit to the [island’s] economy,” she said.

Habitat for Humanity, on-island since 1991 according to founding member and current employee Priscilla Maliu, has built 21 homes and rehabbed countless more.

Homes for All

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Lions Roar

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Lions Roar

Community Contributed by Jackie Cushman

On March 22, Maui eye doctors and technicians came to Molokai to work with the Molokai Lions and provided free vision screening of elementary students.

The Maui doctors and technicians have been working with the Molokai Lions Club for four years. This effort has greatly improved the screening process of the students of Molokai since there is limited eye care for the community. The entire team from Maui Optics consists of three doctors, Drs. Carlys Higuchi, Michael Leong, and Karsten Lee as well as technicians Lei Fujishiro and John Ito. This terrific young team closed their two private practices, Maui Optics in Pukalani and optical services at the Kahului Walmart, to travel to Molokai, at their own expense, to work closely with eight Molokai Lion members in screening students from kindergarten through third grade.

Over 300 students with parental permission were screened. It is the practice of these Maui doctors that any student that needs further testing can be seen at either location on Maui at no charge.

The Molokai Lions Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Contest will be held on the Kaunakakai Soccer field on Saturday April 23. Registration for contest begins at 7:45 a.m. and ends promptly at 8:45 a.m. The contest will be divided into age groups and will include Decorated Eggs, Bonnets and Baskets. The egg hunt, also divided into age groups, will begin at 9 a.m. If you are only participating in the egg hunt be sure you are there on time because the hunt doesn't last long! Prizes will be awarded immediately after the hunt ends! A Golden Egg will be hidden in each age group.
 
The Lions Club will also host a Mother’s Day breakfast at Paddlers Inn, on May 8. All proceeds from this breakfast help the Molokai Lions bring you their yearly events, including the Easter egg hunt, Halloween contest, MOC luncheon and vison testing, as well as the Service Award for MHS seniors. Tickets are available from all Lions and MHS Leos for $12.   

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The Big Wind Scam

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011

Opinion By Mike Bond

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Living Independently…

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

Community Contributed

By Linda Liddell

Aloha from the Hawaii Center for Independent Living (HCIL). This organization has been on Molokai for a few months now and we would like to get the word out of our duties and services to the community.

We are here to serve the disabled community with advocacy, peer counseling, wellness coaching, financial planning, assistive technologies, disability accommodation housing, public assistance, social security benefits, supported employment, accessible learning, on the job training, independent living, and aging in place. We are located at Home Pumehana, Monday through Friday.

Kealoha Laemoa is our office representative, Darlene Umemoto is her office assistant, and Linda Liddell is a board member for HCIL.

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More Ants

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

Community Contributed

By Glenn I. Teves, UH County Extension Agent

Ants are among the most prevalent pests affecting our households and yards. Once established, colonies are difficult to control and present a formidable challenge. Ants are some of the most ancient and most organized insects, and some even bite. In studying their habits, some guys at the state Department of Health Vector Control Branch found a two-mile-long colony of long-legged ants in Kaneohe, Oahu! This same ant, first discovered on Molokai in Halawa Valley, has been seen in Kaunakakai and is not easily attracted to bait.

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Still Running for the Kids

Tuesday, April 12th, 2011

Community Contributed

By Sue Forbes

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