News Releases

Medical Records Update

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

Molokai Family Health Center News Release

We are writing to announce that a final decision has been reached that Molokai General Hospital (MGH) will be the permanent home for former Molokai Family Health Center patients’ electronic records. Molokai Family Health Center (MFHC) has no successor health care provider to preserve and maintain former patients’ electronic records and did not maintain any “paper charts.”

The Molokai Family Health Center officially closed one year ago on April 30, 2023. Prior to the closure, letters by mail, email and/or MyChart were sent to inform each patient that they could access their individual medical records on-line for an indefinite time at mychart@queens.org.…

Molokai Turmeric Workshop

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

UH CTAHR News Release

The Molokai Extension Team will be hosting a turmeric production workshop on Thursday, April 25 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop will cover the history, marketing, production, and harvesting of turmeric. Presentations will be provided by Ted Radovich, CTAHR Sustainable and Organic Agriculture Program (SOAP) and Transition to Organic Production Program (TOPP) Specialist from UH Manoa, and Jennifer Hawkins, CTAHR Molokai Extension Agent for Edible Crops. The workshop will be held at the UH CTAHR Molokai Cooperative Extension Office at 69-1 Puupeelua Avenue, Hoolehua, next door to the Hoolehua Post Office. Participants will have the opportunity to observe the aromatic and visual qualities of various varieties.…

Kamp Kaohi

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024

MEO News Release
Twenty-three Molokai youth participated in games and activities that highlighted the negative impacts of alcohol, tobacco and bullying and learned about their “sources of strength” at the second Maui Economic Opportunity (MEO) run Kamp Kaohi on April 13 and 14 at Molokai Baptist Church.
The middle and high school youth maneuvered around an obstacle course wearing goggles that simulate drunkenness, played the telephone game to illustrate the harm of spreading rumors, and learned the power of listening. Other activities focused on leadership, resiliency and effective communication.
Dr. Deborah Goebert of the John A. Burns School of Medicine stopped by to present her “Sources of Strength” curriculum, which touched on mental health and suicide prevention.…

Atherton Foundation Supports Hokulani CTOM’s Vision

Wednesday, April 17th, 2024

Hokulani CTOM News Release

The Atherton Foundation has awarded a generous grant to Hokulani Children’s Theatre of Molokai (CTOM), furthering its commitment to enriching the lives of children through the arts. With a grant totaling $16,150, the Atherton Foundation is empowering CTOM to expand its programming and provide invaluable opportunities for young performers across Hawaii.

The Atherton Foundation has been a cornerstone of philanthropy and community enrichment in Hawaii for years. With a rich history rooted in a commitment to social responsibility and cultural preservation, the foundation has consistently championed initiatives that uplift and empower communities across the islands. Guided by its mission to promote education, arts, and culture, the Atherton Foundation has supported a diverse range of programs and organizations, striving to foster a more vibrant and inclusive society for all residents of Hawaii.…

Spring into Freshness: Nite Farmers Market

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Sustʻainable Molokai Press Release

Join Sustʻainable Molokai for our monthly Nite Farmer’s Market on Saturday, April 20 at the Molokai Community Health Center from 4 to 7 p.m.

Each month, we strive to bring new experiences, flavors, and connections to our Nite Farmers Market. We aspire to host these markets regularly and serve as a vital hub where farmers, artisans, and community members come together to exchange goods, stories, knowledge, and support. Join us in this journey of growth and abundance, as we sow the seeds for a brighter, more connected future.

We welcome vendors of all kinds to be part of this Nite Farmers Market.…

Education Scholarships Available

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

AlohaCare News Release
Scholarships of up to $5,000 per year are available for Molokai residents who are AlohaCare members pursuing higher education in a healthcare related field.
To help celebrate World Health Day on April 7, nonprofit healthcare plan AlohaCare pledged to donate $1 million this year through its Imua Loa giving program. The program supports community organizations and future healthcare workers to help improve the health and well-being of our community. AlohaCare welcomes applicants for 2024 funding. Submissions will be reviewed and awarded on a rolling basis until June 3 for scholarships and through Oct. 31 for other funding requests until funds have been distributed.…

Molokai Business Shines at FoodEx in Tokyo

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Maui Food and Technology News Release

Molokai’s Hawaii Kai Corporation – Gourmet Sea Salts, was one of 40 Hawaii companies to showcase their products at the renowned 49th International Food and Beverage Exhibition (FoodEx) 2024. The event, held from March 5-8, at the Tokyo Big Sight in the Tokyo International Exhibition Center, stands as Asia’s premier food and beverage trade show.

With an impressive attendance of approximately 76,000 qualified buyers, FoodEx featured over 3,000 booths from more than 70 countries, making it a global platform for culinary innovation and commerce.

The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism sponsored the Hawaii Pavilion at FoodEx, a popular stop for buyers at the show.…

Free Community Concert

Thursday, April 11th, 2024

Molokai Arts Center News Release

Join us for a free concert on Monday, April 22 at the St. Damien Catholic Church in Kaunakakai. Dive into the vibrant world of brass quintets and unlock the secrets of their melodious magic with the Honolulu Brass Quintet. This program offers an exciting exploration of the instruments that form this ensemble, blending classical elegance with the toe-tapping rhythms of jazz, the breezy charm of Hawaiian tunes, and the infectious energy of New Orleans brass bands. Get ready for a musical journey like no other, where learning meets fun in a harmonious fusion of genres!

Since its inception in 1976, the Honolulu Brass Quintet has been in demand throughout Honolulu and the state of Hawaii for all kinds of special occasions ranging from church services to private parties, from graduations to in-school performances.…

Proposed Research Activities at Saint Joseph’s

Friday, April 5th, 2024

National Science Foundation News Release

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is conducting consultation under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act related to NSF funding to the University of Hawaii for research entitled “Unmarked Burials at a Molokai Cemetery: Building and Broadening Community Engaged Research Methods, Faculty Networks, and Student STEM Opportunities.”

The research is in response to a request made by the Saint Damien Cemetery Committee for identification of unmarked burials at a cemetery located on Molokai, which would allow the Cemetery Committee to place commemorative markers where appropriate, to identify space for future burials, and to document who is buried at unmarked burials, to the extent that those are known, based on archival and ethnographic research.…