Thursday, September 19th, 2024
James Kamakea Han Jr. of Molokai died peacefully at home in Ho’olehua on Aug. 28, 2024, at 77 years of age.
He was born at home on June 29, 1947, in Ho’olehua to James Kamakea Poksu Han, Sr, and Tilden Kalamaku (Makaiwi) Han. He attended Molokai High School and then graduated from Kaimuki High School, where he played football. After graduating, he was drafted into the army, served in Vietnam, and is a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.
James was a marathon runner, canoe paddler, fisherman, taro farmer, and a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was married to Jean (Motas) Han.…
Thursday, September 19th, 2024
Molokai Land Trust News Release
The Molokai Land Trust (MLT), along with Sust’ainable Molokai, will be hosting a community meeting on Sept. 26 from 5:30-7 p.m. to begin a community visioning process for restoration of Punalau Pond, a 45-acre wetland on the south shore of Molokai.
MLT is a member of the Molokai Wetland Partnership, which was formed in 2020 with the goal of creating an interconnected network of diverse and resilient wetlands that support thriving traditional community practices, native flora and fauna, and ecosystem services in the face of climate change and sea-level rise. With the support of the partnership, MLT was awarded funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, National Coastal Resilience Fund to begin the development of plans for the restoration and functionality of Punalau Pond, and one other wetland on Molokaiʻs south shore.…
Thursday, September 19th, 2024
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention News Release
Join us on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 4:30-7:00 p.m. for the third annual Molokai Out of the Darkness Walk, at the Molokai Canoe Club. Our team of community volunteers, in collaboration with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Hawaii Chapter (AFSP) is organizing this suicide prevention and awareness event. Food and entertainment at the Veterans’ Center is to follow. Together, we can connect with the community to provide support, break the silence to talk about mental health, participate in purposeful activities, and offer other vital resources for our community.
September has been designated “Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month” in Hawaii.…
Thursday, September 19th, 2024
Polynesian Voyaging Society News Release
After a week in Waiʻanae engaging with students and community, Hokuleʻa will depart Pokaʻi Bay and return to Sand Island. As the crew heads out of the bay, they will honor the late Twinkle Borge with an oli, pu and flower drop. The Hawaiian flag will be flown at half-staff along with a pink lei hulu on Hokuleʻa as the canoe sails along the Waiʻanae coast. The crew will also stop off-shore of Nanakuli to honor the community with pu and oli.
“Twinkle was the navigator who would find the smallest light in each person and help them find their way out of the darkness.…
Thursday, September 19th, 2024
After more than 60 years, the Molokai High School (MHS) Farmers took the field in a home game for 11-man football. Under the mid-morning sky and supported by the MHS cheer team, parents and supporters, the Farmers competed against Baldwin High School in a much-anticipated home opener. Yielding 28 points in the first quarter, the Farmers never quite found their groove, finishing the game 63-0 in favor of Baldwin. Despite the loss, support continued to pour in for the Farmers. Having dominated the 8-man league since 2010, the Farmers have since stepped up to 11-man, competing against the best football schools in Maui County.…
Add your comment
