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

Victories on the Diamond

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Victories on the Diamond

By Jack Kiyonaga, Reporter 

Molokai High School Baseball and Softball teams took on the Hana Dragons at home this past weekend. Both teams emerged victorious in all games. 

For the Lady Farmers, the weekend started off well with a 18-3 win on Friday. Tania Yamamoto threw three innings, earning three strikeouts and the win. Pi’imoku Victorino smashed a homerun and brought in three RBIs. Kailana McGuire-Guerrero likewise contributed to the offensive deluge with a triple and RBI of her own. The game ended after three innings due to Maui Interscholastic League’s 10-run rule. 

The boy’s Baseball Team put out an impressive performance on Friday, defeating Hana 12-2 in only four innings.…

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Billion Dollar Budget Hearing

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

By Jack Kiyonaga, Reporter

Garnering nearly half of its strength from property taxes, the Mayor’s proposed Maui County Budget for the 2024 fiscal year sits at over $1 billion.  For the first time since 2019, the Molokai community had a chance to voice their proposals and questions in-person. 

Before the panel of County Councilmembers, which included Molokai’s Keani Rawlins- Fernandez, Molokai residents offered mahalos, concerns and petitions for future funding for Molokai-specific projects. 

Multiple Molokai residents took to the microphone in support of expanding the Maui Boys and Girls Club to include Molokai. With a less active Youth Center, Molokai kids between the ages of 7 and 17 lack positive activities, outside of sports, to participate in, according to Juvenile Probation Officer Brent Nakihei. …

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Eager for Easter

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Eager for Easter

By Jack Kiyonaga, Reporter 

Hundreds of keiki lined the fields at Kaunakakai Elementary School last Sunday morning, ushering in the Easter season. Before them, 8,000 plastic eggs awaited. In a matter of seconds, it was all over. Pouring in from all sides, keiki filled their baskets in pursuit of the golden egg. This egg hunt was hosted by King’s Chapel Molokai. …

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‘Legend of Mulan’ Upcoming Performances

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Hokulani Children’s Theatre News Release 

Hokulani Children’s Theatre of Molokai proudly offers our first ever community performance!  The “Legend of Mulan” features the efforts of 22 Molokai keiki on Friday, April 14 at  6.p.m and Saturday, April 15 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Home Pumehana Recreational Hall.  

Performances are free — we do not want any child to miss this opportunity for wholesome family entertainment.  For those who are able, donations are gladly accepted to support our scholarship program for interns and future program offerings to develop performing art skills for our island children.  There will be a drink and snack concession available for purchase.…

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Broiler Chicken Project

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Broiler Chicken Project

Sust’ainable Molokai News Release

The Molokai community has a new opportunity to increase local poultry production, boost our island’s economy, and support farmers and ranchers in their business goals. Sustʻainable Molokai is looking for 30 beginning Native farmers/ranchers on Molokai for our Mahiʻai Moa Project! This project is a five-month educational program on commercial broiler chicken production utilizing a blend of in-person and Zoom classes. 

Participants will have access to workshops with J. Ludovico Farm, workshops with the College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR), off-island field trips, one-on-one farm business support with a Farm Business Specialist, a built-in market for broiler bird sales, a cohort-style model that encourages farmer-to-farmer support, and $4,000 worth of supplies to get your chicken business up and running. …

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Hot Malasada Sale

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

St. Damien Parish News Release

St. Damien Parish is hosting a hot malasada sale on Saturday, April 8 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, or while supplies last, at the Damien Church in Kaunakakai.

There are two ways to get your sweet treat! You can walk up to the front of the church, or drive in the back parking lot. Malasadas are priced at six for $10.

This will be the replacement for the Mardi Gras event back in February that was canceled due to the weather. …

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Anti-Vaping Campaign Youth Contest

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

MEO News Release

The deadline for ‘Imi Pono: The Greatest Challenge, which this year calls on high school and intermediate youth to develop an anti-vaping media campaign, has been extended to April 20.

The prize money for the top three places in the high school and intermediate divisions also have increased. The first place prize in each division has grown to $1,000; second place to $750; and third place to $500.

The contest is open to youth in public, private and home school on Maui, Molokai and Lanai.

Campaigns must include three components: a slogan, a poster/brochure and a short public service announcement video.…

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

DOH News Release 

On March 20, Governor Josh Green, M.D., proclaimed April 2023 as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” (SAAM), which is part of a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about the issue of sexual violence. A statewide SAAM sign-waving is planned for Tuesday, April 4, including an event at the Hawai‘i State Capitol from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. and at other locations and times across the islands. Molokai sign-wavings will be held every Wednesday in April. 

This year’s theme, “Foundations for the Future,” aims to envision a future without sexual violence through healthy relationships and safer communities. During the month of April, the Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) and partner agencies are providing statewide trainings, events, and activities to bring awareness to the continuum of sexual violence from primary prevention to response and intervention.…

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Na Ali’i Sunday Service

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Na Ali’i Sunday Service

Community Contributed

By Wailana Purdy-Avelino

On March 26, ‘Aha Hui Ka’ahumanu Chapter VIII, Molokai and Hale O Na Ali’i honored our Queen Elizabeth Ka’ahumanu, who lived from March 17, 1768 to June 5, 1832, and Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole, born March 26, 1871 and died Jan. 7, 1922. We attended Ali’i Sunday Church Service at the Ho’olehua Congregational Church on Lihi Pali Avenue. Na Ali’i Sunday Service included sister Molokai congregational churches Kalaiakamanu Hou, Waialua and Kalua’aha. It was an inspiring day of worship. 

Mahalo to Kahu Janice Ogoshi and the church kokua, and all that attended to honor our Creator and Ali’i, and also for the ‘ono mea ‘ai prepared by Puni Ignacio.…

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Golf Ace

Wednesday, April 5th, 2023

Golf Ace

Community Contributed

By Rick Schonely

Retired USPS federal employee and Molokai samurai professional golfer Ronald Nakagawa is the April Ace winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club. Nakagawa shot 40-40 for a gross total of 80 and with his 13 handicap his 67 net got him the victory. Congratulations Oda NobuNaka! The Hui O Kukui Golf Club would like to thank the staff and management of iconic Ironwood hills for perpetuating the game of golf on Molokai.…

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