Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Marvelee Melba Nahalaomapuana Heu Puaa
With deep love and fond memories, we announce the passing of our beloved Marvelee H. Puaa, who was born on February 19, 1934, and peacefully entered into eternal rest on June 20, 2025, at her home on Molokai, surrounded by her lovely ‘ohana. Marvelee lived a long and full life, filled with love, laughter, and countless cherished moments with family and friends. She is now reunited with her late husband, Nelson Puaa. Marvelee is survived by her three daughters, Willa Loa, Rina Bobiles, and Nelma Place. Her legacy continues through her 10 grandchildren, each a beautiful reminder of her love and strength.…
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
UH CTAHR Farm to School News Release
On June 3, five dedicated educators from Molokai gathered at the Molokai Cooperative Extension Office (CTAHR) to take part in the Lepo and Roots STEAM Workshop — a hands-on, garden-based professional development experience that blended science, art, and culture in creative and meaningful ways.
The workshop introduced teachers to the vibrant possibilities of integrating gardening with STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) education. Participants explored natural dye-making techniques using locally sourced plants, including ʻolena (turmeric), beets, and ukiuki berries. They also learned how to make “lepo” paint, connecting them to the cultural and environmental significance of lepo (soil).…
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
MCHC News Release
Molokai Community Health Center is excited to announce a significant expansion of its dental services, aimed at addressing the growing oral health needs of our community. This initiative underscores our commitment to delivering accessible dental care for all Molokai families.
The expansion includes the addition of three new operatories, doubling patient access to dental services, state-of-the-art dental equipment, and an extended range of services to include advanced restorative care and pediatric dentistry. These upgrades will enable our team to serve more patients and reduce patient waiting times.
To support this growth, six dental professionals were added to the dental team. Several…
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Hamilton College News Release
Mele Kanealii, of Kaunakakai, has been named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton College for the spring 2025 semester.
To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must be a current member of the Class of 2025, 2026, or 2027, have carried a course load of four or more graded credits throughout the semester, and earned an average GPA of 3.5 or above on a 4.0 scale.
Kanealii, a rising junior majoring in public policy, is a graduate of Molokai High School.
Hamilton College, a leading liberal arts institution located in Clinton, New York, is where exceptional students explore passions through an open curriculum and robust research, internship, and off-campus study opportunities. …
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Aloha Ahiahi Makeke News Release
This Friday, July 25 will be the first “Aloha Ahiahi Makeke.”
This will be an ongoing evening market on the lawn behind The Storehouse Building and Hoʻala Cafe with crafts, homemade goodies, food vendors and live music featuring Molokai musicians and local talent.
Makeke begins at 5 p.m. For more info and the vendor application to reserve a spot please call 808 213-4691. Join us for an evening of food, music and fun.…
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