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Kids Learn While Restoring Hawaiian Fishponds

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

Kids Learn While Restoring Hawaiian Fishponds

By Léo Azambuja

Armed with aloha and good intentions, a group of children removed thousands of pounds of invasive species plus some debris from a loko i‘a, or Hawaiian fishpond, on Molokai’s south shore last week. 

“Yesterday, they removed invasive species, gorilla ogo, because we have a lot of gorilla ogo on the south shore of Molokai. And then today, we were just taking all the fence that was located by the second makaha (wooden gate),” said Tiani Cook, executive director of the nonprofit organization Ka Honua Momona.

About 15 children enrolled on Maui Economic Development’s summer program worked at the Kaloko‘eli fishpond in Kamiloloa last week.…

The Healing Power of Horses

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

The Healing Power of Horses

By Léo Azambuja
A nonprofit organization based on Molokai is saying they have delivered positive results after a few months of offering free equine-assisted therapy sessions to families and individuals on the island.
“We have noticed a huge benefit, we are watching folks progress throughout their time with us,” Ho‘aka Mana executive director Kanoe Davis said.
The Pili Na Lio equine therapy program started in February, in collaboration with Maui’s Spirit Horse Ranch. The program is grant-funded until the end of the year, but Davis said it is working so well, that Ho‘aka Mana is hoping to extend it until the end of 2026.…

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Free Movie Night at Mitchell Pauole

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

Maui County News Release
County officials are asking the community to join them for free movie nights, hosted at parks and recreation facilities across Maui County throughout July, in celebration of Park and Recreation Month.
Bring family, friends, snacks, nonalcoholic drinks and a cozy, low-back chair and blanket — and get ready for magical evenings of movies and memories. Let’s make this summer unforgettable.
All movie screenings begin at sunset, except where noted.
Molokai
July 11: Mitchell Pauole Center – The Wild Robot
Lanai
July 11: 6:30 p.m. at Lanai Park Complex Gymnasium – Mufasa: The Lion King
Maui
July 11: Kamaole Beach Park III – Moana 2
July 12: Hana Ballpark Multipurpose Field – Mufasa: The Lion King
July 16: Lahaina Civic Center Amphitheater – Sonic 3
July 18: Mayor Eddie Tam Memorial Complex – Inside Out 2
July 25: War Memorial Complex – A Minecraft Movie
Visit www.mauicounty.gov/412…

A Fun Summer Idea for Molokai Students

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

A Fun Summer Idea for Molokai Students

Molokai History Project News Release
To the students, we would love to have you come to the Molokai History Project now, while you have time on your hands this summer, and meet us, get acquainted and share your creative ideas with us.
We are always looking to improve our displays, for new ideas. A youthful perspective is more than welcome.
We will be there to work with you, to help you feel comfortable, to learn what the History Project is all about, to meet everyone and to get an introduction to our island’s history. You will most likely find something about your family in photos, interviews or looking through all our files and articles.…

Randall Joseph Houk

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

Randall Joseph Houk

Randall Joseph Houk, 73, a man of unique character and a generous heart, passed away peacefully at home on June 6, 2025.
In his hometown of Eagle, Wisconsin, he was an avid hunter of raccoon, coyote, bear and rabbits. He also enjoyed roasting chickens and pigs for family and friends’ outdoor parties. He was very proud of his 40 years of working as a machinist, his German heritage, and his family.
In his retirement home of Kaunakakai, Hawaii, he was known for opening the church windows before Saturday service at St. Damien’s Catholic Church and walking the sidewalks of Ranch Camp.…

James Boettner Kaleolani Bishaw

Thursday, July 10th, 2025

James Boettner Kaleolani Bishaw

James Boettner Kaleolani Bishaw, age 82, of Ho‘olehua, Molokai, passed away on June 17, 2025, at Queen’s Medical Center in Honolulu.
He was born on June 22, 1942, in Hoʻolehua to Christian Alexander Kaulakahinui Bishaw and Eunice Hi‘ileilanikalaponimoi Kamalo. James was known for his deep love for his ‘ohana, quiet strength, and lifelong connection to the land and people of Molokai.
He is survived by his wife, Mona Lynne Bishaw; daughters Jeannie Bishaw-Hamakua (Kanui), Hannah Briones (Alejandro), Sherry Yagin (Bobo), Barbara Rapanot (Noland), Raquel Pacheco (Richard), and Tiana Green (Travis); as well as many grandchildren, great- grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
At his request, no services will be held.…

Smith Tipo Lafaele

Wednesday, July 9th, 2025

Smith Tipo Lafaele

Smith Tipo Lafaele passed away June 14, 2025. Born on June 26, 1984, he is survived by wife Marina Lafaele, beautiful pride and joy daughter Amelia-Rose Luafalemana, mother Pele, and brother Michael, Tipo and Aneki Lafaele. He was a proud uncle to 32 hammah nieces and nephews. Known for his honesty, truthfulness and sense of humor, our #1 jokster. His legacy will forever live on in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to know him. Services will be at Oahu Mortuary Chapel at 2162 Nuuanu Ave., Honolulu July 21, 2025. Public viewing is 5-6 p.m. with services 6-8 p.m.…

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