Thursday, July 10th, 2025
Maui County News Release
Registration for the 2025 Molokai Youth Basketball leagues have already started July 1.
All keiki ages 8 and 9, 10 and 11 are welcome to register. Registration is free, and will last until July 31.
The Kaunakakai Gymnasium will be the venue for the youth basketball leagues. The season goes from Aug. 4 to Oct. 2.
To register your keiki, visit the Molokai Parks and Recreation office at the Kaunakakai Gymnasium. For more information, contact Melveena Starkey at (808) 553-5141 or Melveena.Starkey@co.maui.hi.us.…
Thursday, July 10th, 2025
State of Hawaii News Release
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) announced Friday it has secured a substantial $22.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant (NHHBG).
Established under the Native American Housing Assistance and Self Determination Act (NAHASDA), the NHHBG exclusively provides funding to DHHL to address the unique housing challenges faced by Native Hawaiians by offering affordable housing options for low-income Native Hawaiian families.
“The ongoing allocation of these federal funds allows us to continue offering affordable housing options that ensure our beneficiaries’ success and stability for generations to come,” said DHHL Director Kali Watson.…
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…
Thursday, July 10th, 2025

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.…
Thursday, July 10th, 2025

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.…