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.…