News Releases

Speaker Series: Empowering Our Youth

Friday, April 5th, 2024

Molokai Bahá’í Community News Release

The Global Citizenship Speaker Series at the Molokai Public Library continues Wednesday, April 10 at 5:30 p.m. with a presentation by U’ileiuluwehi Pimental from Kona, Hawaii Island. Her talk is titled “Empowering Youth: Reflections on its implications for individuals and communities.”
The period of youth is full of potential as young people apply themselves to developing their capacity to serve their communities. U’ilei Pimental’s passion is empowering these young people. She has experienced first-hand the impact moral empowerment programs have had on the lives of youth, their family, and the well-being of their community.
U’ilei spent fifteen years leading and training non-profit organizations.…

National Marine Sanctuary Proposal

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

NOAA News Release

Molokai residents can weigh in on a proposal by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) to create a national marine sanctuary in Papahanaumokuakea at a public meeting April 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Kulana ʻOʻiwi.

Following input from state and federal agencies, local communities and the public, NOAA has released for public comment its draft proposal to designate marine portions of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument as a national marine sanctuary. The proposal would supplement and complement existing authorities, including the area’s designation as a marine national monument, which will continue to be in effect.

A detailed description of the proposed sanctuary, as well as additional information about opportunities to provide public comment, can be found on the website for the proposed Papahanaumokuakea National Marine Sanctuary.…

Addressing Sovereignty

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

Molokai Baha’i Community News Release

The third presentation in the Global Citizenship Speaker Series at the Molokai Public Library will occur Wednesday, March 13 at 5:30 p.m. with special guest Dr. Keanu Sai of Hilo. Dr. Sai will speak on the theme “Sovereignty in a Globalized World.”

Keanu Sai is widely known for his research and publications centered on the continued
existence of the Hawaiian Kingdom as an independent state. A founding member of
the Hawaiian Society of Law and Politics, he served as Lead Agent for the Council of Regency representing the Hawaiian Kingdom in arbitration proceedings at the Permanent Court of Arbitration in the Hague from 1999-2001.…

Soup ‘R Bowl 2024

Thursday, March 7th, 2024

Molokai Arts Center News Release

The 14th Annual Soup ‘R Bowl will be held on Saturday, March 9, and brings us back to the Molokai Community Health Center, under the banyan tree with an oceanside backdrop. Doors will open at 6 p.m.This year also sees the return of the VIP Early Entry for our patrons to select bowls and/or find seats first. If you didn’t get your ticket in the mail, we’ll have your name at the VIP entry to the right of the main entrance.
Every year, Molokai waits for the opportunity to select a bowl handcrafted primarily at the Molokai Arts Center (MAC) by Molokai artisans.…

Future Fest 2024

Thursday, February 15th, 2024

Molokai High School News Release

Molokai High School is excited to present Future Fest 2024, an event for students to explore college and career opportunities. Future Fest will take place from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 23. This year, Future Fest will include one and two hour workshops along with the college and career fair. The goals of each workshop are to provide students hands-on opportunities to further explore their career interest and assist students in making a plan to make their post-high school dreams and journeys a reality. Special thanks to Hawaii P20, Molokai High School Academies, and University of Hawaii Maui College for sponsoring this event.…

Bill Proposed for Chartered Healthcare Flights

Thursday, February 15th, 2024

Hawaii House of Representatives News Release
Molokai residents often experience unreliable air transportation services, including frequent last-minute schedule changes and cancellations. While this is highly inconvenient for many, it can be devastating for those depending on air transportation for necessary medical services on Maui or Oahu.
HB2544, introduced this session by State Representative Mahina Poepoe (District 13, Pa’ia, Haʻiku, Nahiku, Hana, Kipahulu, Kaupo, Molokini, Kahoʻolawe, Lanai, Molokai) provides dependable non-emergency medical transportation for residents of medically underserved rural communities by offering chartered flights to seat patients, as well as healthcare providers.
“Delays and flight changes mean patients miss long-awaited appointments and medical care, including chemotherapy, surgical procedures, and dental treatments.…

New Managing Attorney for Molokai Office

Thursday, February 15th, 2024

Legal Aid Society of Hawaii News Release

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is pleased to announce the hiring of K. U’ilani
Goods as the new managing attorney for its Maui County office. This appointment comes at a
crucial time, following the recent Maui fires, where legal assistance is imperative for affected
families.

In this role, Ms. Goods will lead a dedicated team in offices across Maui, Lanai and Molokai to
provide direct legal services, community engagement, outreach and education, and statewide
legal services initiatives. As an attorney, Ms. Goods will be hands-on representing Legal Aid
clients in the areas of family law, public assistance benefits, housing and consumer protection,
and senior legal services.…

New UH-Hilo Pharmacy Dean Visits Molokai

Thursday, February 1st, 2024

Molokai Drugs, Inc. News Release
For 16 years, Molokai Drugs has been a preceptor site for interns from the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (DKICOP) at the University of Hawaii-Hilo. As you can imagine, it was an honor to host Dr. Rae Matsumoto, the new dean at DKICOP, and Dr. Jarred Prudencio, the professor in charge of internships and experiences, on their first ever trip to Molokai. They were hosted by Molokai Drugs’ staff and were able to see first-hand the benefits and challenges of managing a rural, community pharmacy on an island with 7,000 residents.
Pictured left to right: Nooeree Samdani, year four intern, DKICOP; Dean Matsumoto; Dr.…

Snake Found in Shipping Container

Thursday, January 18th, 2024

Dept. of Agriculture News Release

A live snake was found in a shipping container on Molokai the morning of Jan. 8, while it was being unloaded at a hardware store in Kaunakakai. Maui County Police on Molokai were called to the hardware store shortly after 8 a.m. Arriving officers shot and killed the snake with a pellet gun. The snake measured about 20-inches long and has been identified as a non-venomous gopher snake.

Staff from the Molokai Invasive Species Committee (MoMISC) held the dead snake at the hardware store until Maui Plant Quarantine Branch inspectors from the Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) arrived on the island just before noon.…