News Releases

Kupu ʻĀina Corps Applications Now Open

Monday, March 16th, 2026

Kupu News Release

Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is seeking to fill paid positions for Kupu ʻĀina Corps (KAC), which has open positions on all Hawaiian Islands for the next terms starting in April. 

KAC is a workforce development initiative established through the State of Hawaii’s legislation for a Green Jobs Youth Corps. To date, KAC has provided paid training to nearly 1,000 young professionals, generating millions in economic benefits for Hawaii. KAC program graduates have gone on to green career paths like GIS specialist, food systems manager, and conservation positions in forestry, trail management, and native/endangered species protection.…

Kalaupapa History Presentation at Molokai Library

Monday, March 16th, 2026

Ka ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa News Release

Ka ‘Ohana O Kalaupapa will present narrated slide shows about “Forgotten Chapters of Kalaupapa History” and “Bernard K. Punikaiʻa: Hawaiian Warrior,” on Thursday, March 19, 9-11 a.m. at the Molokai Library. The public is welcome. 

The event is being sponsored by the Molokai Museum & Cultural Center as part of its Road Scholars program. There is no charge. 

The presentations will be given by Valerie Monson, Executive Director of Ka ‘Ohana. “The Forgotten Chapters of Kalaupapa” will focus on people and events often left out of the history of Kalaupapa, including the many little-known contributions made by the aliʻi, the effects of the Bayonet Constitution and how many of the people of Kalaupapa themselves played such an important part in making life better for the community throughout the history. …

Maunaloa School’s Math Literacy Carnival Mixes Learning with Fun

Monday, March 16th, 2026

Maunaloa School News Release

The atmosphere at Maunaloa School was electric, as students, families, and staff gathered for a spectacular evening at our first-ever Math Literacy Carnival. The event transformed the campus into a vibrant hub of learning, proving that math isn’t just about equations — it’s about exploration, strategy, and a whole lot of fun.

From our youngest learners in Pre-K to our 6th graders, every single grade level participated to make the evening a success. Each class took ownership of a booth, designing math games that challenged students’ critical thinking skills while keeping the energy high and the smiles wide.…

Panel to Address Molokai’s Food Security

Monday, March 16th, 2026

Molokai Bahá’í Community News Release

What will we eat if barge service is cut? It is a serious question considering that Hawaii imports most of its food. Sitting in the middle of the Pacific, it is completely dependent on long supply lines that can fail due to factors such as business disruptions, climate change, pandemics, and global conflicts. 

How to protect Molokai’s food security — our continuous, long-term supply of food — will be the topic of a panel discussion at the Molokai Public Library on Wednesday, March 18 at 5:30 p.m., as part of the Global Citizenship Speaker Series.

Molokai’s supply chain is particularly insecure.…

Flag Book Workshop with Tamara Moan

Monday, March 16th, 2026

MAC News Release

Construct an accordion-spine flag book using stencil prints for your page design. This sculptural book opens with a WOW factor — pages that open in opposite directions to produce a cascade effect. 

We will build a prototype book form with blank pages first to get familiar with the format and construction components. After sketching and refining imagery ideas, we’ll make stencils from your own designs and practice stenciling/stippling techniques using ink pads as the color medium.

We finish by building a second book that includes your stencil imagery plus any additional writing/drawing that’s desired. This book form requires honing measurement, cutting, and assembly skills; the stencil technique lends itself to graphic images/shapes and color layering that can be transferred to many other paper-based creations.…

Fishermen, Scientists Unite to Tackle Shark Depredation

Thursday, March 5th, 2026

WPRFMC News Release

The Western Pacific Regional Fishery Management Council, in partnership with the Pacific Islands Fisheries Group, hosted the region’s first shark depredation workshop Feb. 10–11, 2026, to address the issue and develop mitigation strategies for U.S. Pacific Island fisheries. Fifty-two participants from four countries and all three U.S. Pacific Island territories attended.

Shark depredation was repeatedly raised during the Council’s community consultation meetings held region-wide in 2025. Fishers described lost catch, damaged gear and safety concerns during bottomfishing and trolling—what many called a growing “tax” on their livelihoods. The issue was highlighted in Molokai, Kauai, Waianae, Kona, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands and the Manu‘a Islands, where fishers reported more frequent interactions both nearshore and offshore.…

Circadian Health, AlohaCare Offer Heart Health Monitoring

Thursday, March 5th, 2026

AlohaCare News Release

AlohaCare and Circadian Health announce the successful launch of Circadian’s first Virtual Care Program in Hawaii for members diagnosed with “heart failure.” The term heart failure is used to describe the most severe form of heart disease, making it difficult for the heart to pump effectively. 

From August to December 2025, the program yielded impressive results – 127 members enrolled, 81 fully onboarded and 39 Emergency Department visits/ hospitalizations avoided for 16 participants. 

In the U.S. and Hawaii, heart disease continues to be the number one cause of death. AlohaCare members diagnosed with stage B, C or D heart failure qualify to receive personalized remote monitoring, giving members an additional layer of support for what can be a challenging medical condition.…

Christy Chung is MEO’s New COO

Thursday, March 5th, 2026

MEO News Release

Christy Chung has joined Maui Economic Opportunity as Chief Operating Officer. Her job is to manage, coordinate and support MEO’s day-to-day operations and more than 30 programs in the agency’s five departments and offices in Hana and on Molokai and Lanai. She also is overseeing facilities and ensuring contract compliance.

Currently, Chung holds the third highest leadership position in MEO behind CEO Debbie Cabebe and Executive Director Maggie Batangan.

Across her career, Chung has led complex projects, coordinated multidisciplinary teams and navigated regulatory and interagency processes on Maui and the mainland. Prior to joining MEO, she was employed by the County of Maui Department of Public Works, where she oversaw infrastructure projects, supported grant-funded projects and worked on wildfire debris removal in collaboration with federal and state agencies. …

MAC’s 16th Annual Soup ‘R Bowl

Thursday, February 26th, 2026

MAC News Release

It’s that time of year! Come celebrate all that the Molokai Arts Center has accomplished in 15 years and help us continue our efforts to create outstanding educational opportunities in the visual and performing arts.

What’s the Soup ‘R Bowl you ask? It’s the MAC’s premier event that visitors and part-time residents plan their visits around. It’s the art lover’s haven for unique finds, primarily by Molokai artists (all donations welcome). And for each ticket holder, it’s a chance to find, among over 500 pieces in various colors and styles, THE ceramic bowl or mug, made by Molokai artisans, that calls you to take it home.…

Hawaiian Council Assisting OHA’s Emergency Fund

Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Hawaiian Council News Release

The Hawaiian Council is continuing its statewide effort to assist Native Hawaiian beneficiaries applying for the Office of Hawaiian Affairs I Ola: OHA’s Emergency Relief Fund.

The program, funded by OHA, is designed to support Native Hawaiian SNAP recipients without minor dependents who experienced financial hardship during the 2025 government shutdown. Eligible applicants may receive up to $350 in grocery stipend check, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. To date, more than $500,000 in grocery assistance has been distributed across the pae ʻāina.

Members of the Hawaiian Council outreach team will be on Molokai to provide in-person assistance to eligible Native Hawaiian residents.…