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

Welcoming Back the Molokai Hoe

Friday, October 25th, 2024

Welcoming Back the Molokai Hoe

Early on Sunday, Oct. 13, Molokai residents gathered at Hale O Lono to witness the start of the Molokai Hoe for the first time since 2019. Seventy-five crews from Hawaii, Tahiti, Japan, California and more, turned their wa’a west, dug in their paddles, and embarked on a 41-mile journey across the Ka’iwi Channel. This year, representing Molokai was a crew from Wa’akapaemua Canoe Club, along with Molokai athletes also paddling with Waikiki Surf Club and Wailea Canoe Club.

“This race is special,” said Wa’akapaemua’s Kamakou Mariano, who sits in the stroke seat. On the eve of his seventh channel crossing, Mariano took a moment to reflect on the paddling season, which culminates with the Molokai Hoe.…

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October Golf Ace

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

October Golf Ace

Community Contributed
By Christine Kage

Rick Schonely is the October Golf Ace winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club.
Retired Maui County firefighter, Molokai High’s singing substitute teacher for 40 years and counting, professional musician with Six Pak, Eddie Tanaka, and Rick’s own Kalaupapa Backyard Band, Rick is also the voice of Molokai Farmers’ football and baseball, as “ESPN Molokai” team leader. His weekly Molokai Sports Report can be seen all over the world!
Schonely shot 38-44 for a gross total of 82. With his 15 handicap, his 67 net got him the win. Congratulations Rick!

As always, the Hui O Kukui Golf Club would like to thank the staff and management of the iconic Ironwood Hills golf course for perpetuating the game of golf on Molokai!…

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Young Brothers Invests in New Barges

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Young Brothers Invests in New Barges

Young Brothers News Release

Young Brothers recently christened the new Kalohi and Naulu barges, marking a key milestone in their $45 million investment to boost interisland shipping reliability. Set to enter service in December 2024, these barges will enhance cargo capacity and feature advanced technology for safer, more efficient loading and unloading.

The Kalohi is a nimble 286-foot barge designed to service smaller ports like Kaunakakai, Molokai and Kaumalapau, Lanai. The Naulu, a 365-foot vessel with the largest cargo capacity in Young Brothers’ fleet, allows for increased cargo transport during peak periods and operational efficiencies during off-peak times. Both barges feature advanced ballast technology for stability in varying ocean conditions and multiple cargo ramps for improved loading and unloading efficiency.…

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New Ideas at the History Project

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

New Ideas at the History Project

The Molokai History Project News Release

The Molokai History Project has fired up our idea machine and all the ideas are now progressing into definite plans and events that are fun and full of surprises. So, mark your calendars because you won’t want to miss anything. Our first special experience for you is to stop in and enjoy revolving student displays, enjoying for yourself the talent and creative force of our students of all ages. Don’t worry, we will let you know about each new display, and where it is located. Stay tuned. More details coming.…

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Bayer Helps Fight Hunger During Hunger Action Month

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Bayer Helps Fight Hunger During Hunger Action Month

Bayer News Release

Bayer employees on Molokai donated hundreds of pounds of food to the Salvation Army, helping to provide essential resources to local families in need as part of a national campaign to help end hunger.

Held in September, Hunger Action Month is a national effort by the nonprofit Feeding America to raise awareness about hunger in America and inspire action. In Hawaii, where one in six people face food insecurity, Bayer employees regularly support food drives and feeding programs throughout the year.

During this year’s Hunger Action Month, Bayer employees on Oahu, Molokai and Maui collectively raised more than 1,200 pounds of food for the Hawaii Foodbank, Salvation Army and Maui Food Bank, providing essential support to local families during a critical time.…

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New Artist in Residence

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

New Artist in Residence

Molokai Arts Center News Release

The Molokai Arts Center (MAC) offers several opportunities for artist residencies each year. Molokai provides a perfect backdrop to create, explore and experience a unique culture. The purpose of the MAC Artist in Residence program is to provide guest artists with a respite from daily responsibilities, to enable them to create and concentrate on their work. This month, the MAC welcomed artist in residence Alice Banks from Ottawa, Canada. Banks completed her Bachelor of Design degree at OCAD University in Tkaronto/Toronto, Ontario with a major in material art and design. Upon graduating in 2011, she launched a fashion line using her one-of-a-kind textiles that sold in boutiques across Canada and the USA.…

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Affirming Foundations at the Ohalahala Fishpond

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Affirming Foundations at the Ohalahala Fishpond

“It’s like a combination of Tetris plus Jenga,” explained Hanohano Naehu, head kia’i loko, or fishpond guardian, for Hui O Kuapa.

Beset by storms, waves and currents, the walls of the ancient fishpond have come apart in the estimated 800 years since its construction. Now, the rocks are scattered across the shallow shores of Kumimi Beach and must be carefully stacked to rebuild the walls. On Saturday, Oct. 5, instructors from Hui O Kuapa led over 100 volunteers in restoration work and interactive workshops to help caretake the special space.

“We went all out,” explained Maile Naehu, director of Hui O Kuapa.…

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Record Breaking Ka’iwi Channel Swim

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Record Breaking Ka’iwi Channel Swim

Outrigger canoes aren’t the only method of crossing the Ka’iwi Channel between Molokai and Oahu, as German Olympic swimmer Andreas Waschburger proved on Oct 6. The 37-year-old smashed the current record of 12 hours and 2 minutes with his channel crossing time of 9 hours and 55 minutes.

The nearly 28 mile swim was the longest that Waschburger had ever attempted. Having set a world record crossing the English Channel last year though, Waschburger was confident going into the unknown.

“My training before I arrived [on Molokai] was good,” said Waschburger. “Here, I relax, I swim less, I swim easy, and I try to eat many carbs.”…

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Festivals of Aloha Kicks Off the Molokai Hoe

Wednesday, October 16th, 2024

Festivals of Aloha Kicks Off the Molokai Hoe

This past weekend, the action continued in what has been a busy few weeks here on Molokai. Festivals of Aloha, operating out of a new location at the Molokai Community Health Center (MCHC), punctuated the return of the Molokai Hoe with a ho’olaule’a last Friday night. Featuring tons of Molokai venders, food and award-winning music, the festival offered the opportunity for paddlers and Molokai residents to mingle before the big race on Sunday.

With the new format at MCHC came novel activities for the festival. After the presentation of the royal court and a performance from Moana’s Hula Halau, guests participated in a series of contests from best poke to aloha wear to top motorcycles and trucks.…

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Additional Molokai Artist at Exhibition

Thursday, October 10th, 2024

Hawaii Craftsmen News Release

Lisa Welch’s intricate and stunning ceramic piece, “Octopus O’tel” was also juried into the 2024 Hawaii Craftsmen Annual State Exhibition. This makes it a total of nine artists from Molokai whose works were juried into the show.
Of the 85 artists statewide who were juried into the exhibit, Molokai represents over ten percent of that 85. Congratulations to Lisa Welch!…

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