News Releases

Molokai Robotics Launches Fundraiser for Worlds

Thursday, April 2nd, 2026

Molokai Robotics News Release

Molokai Robotics is proud to announce that two of its teams — one middle school and one high school division — have officially qualified for the prestigious VEX Robotics World Championship, set to take place in St Louis, Missouri from April 21 to 27. This marks the third consecutive year and fourth total time that the program has qualified for a robotics world championship.

However, attending the world championship presents a significant financial challenge. Travel costs — including airfare, lodging, registration, and equipment transport — are substantial. The program is launching a fundraising campaign with a goal of $40,000 to ensure both qualified teams can attend and compete.…

MEO Seeking 2026 Client Survey Responses 

Friday, March 27th, 2026

MEO News Release

Maui Economic Opportunity is seeking responses from clients across Maui, Molokai, and Lanai for its 2026 client survey.

Input from the community helps MEO to better understand the experiences of those it assists throughout Maui County and plays an important role in evaluating and improving its programs and services.

“Providing excellent service that meets the needs of our community is our top priority,” MEO Chief Executive Officer Debbie Cabebe said. “Feedback from our annual survey helps us to ensure we are providing services in ways that best support our clients and the community.”

The survey closes on Friday, April 3.…

Iwi Nails Selected for Disney’s Project Elevate

Friday, March 27th, 2026

Iwi Nails News Release
Iwi Nails, a Hawai‘i-founded gel nail strip brand inspired by storytelling and cultural identity, has been selected for Project Elevate, a Disney Advertising initiative supporting emerging, purpose-driven businesses.
Through the program, Iwi Nails receives strategic mentorship and creative development support, culminating in the launch of its :30 second national campaign, “Let Your Nails Do The Talking,” now streaming across Disney+ and Hulu.
Founded by Līhau Willing, Iwi Nails creates easy-to-use, long-lasting gel nail strips featuring designs inspired by Hawaiian culture and individuality. The campaign highlights self-expression and the belief that beauty can tell a story.
“At Iwi Nails, we believe everyone deserves to feel seen in the products they use,” said Willing.…

Printmaking Studio Celebrates Success with Juried Selection

Friday, March 20th, 2026

Pa’a Printmakers News Release

Less than a year after opening, Paʻa Printmakers is already making its mark on the statewide art scene. The studio is proud to announce that student and Kaunakakai resident Leila Anasazi has been selected for the Honolulu Printmakers 98th Annual Juried Exhibition, opening April 3, 2026, at the Downtown Arts Center in Honolulu.

Anasazi is one of only 68 artists chosen from across Hawai’i. Her accepted piece, “In the Ulu,” was created using gel plate printing — a medium she only first discovered in January during a workshop at Paʻa Printmakers taught by visiting Oahu artist Helena Noordoff.

“We are thrilled to see our local artists gaining statewide recognition so quickly,” said Keao Chow.…

Registration for 2026 OHCRA Championships Now Open

Monday, March 16th, 2026

OHCRA News Release

The Oahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (OHCRA) invites the world back to Hawai‘i for another year of extraordinary competition across the Kaiwi Channel. Registration for the 2026 Molokai Channel World Championships: Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai and Moloka‘i Hoe is now open for all eligible competitors, bringing together elite paddlers from the Junior level to 65 years and over.

Two weeks of inter-island paddling launches with the world’s greatest female paddlers in the Nā Wāhine O Ke Kai Championship race on Sept. 27. Two weeks later on Oct. 11, 2026, the men answer the call with the Molokai Hoe.…

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.…