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COVID Vaccines Q&A

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

By the Molokai Health Foundation

Question: I’m healthy. Why should I get vaccinated?
Answer: Anyone can get the virus and give it to other people who might not be as healthy. If you get vaccinated, you’re protecting family and friends, plus yourself!

Q: What side effects could I get from a vaccination?
A: The main side effect is a temporary sore spot where you got the shot. Other symptoms, like tiredness, headache or slight temperature, might last a few days, but go away quickly.

Q: I have diabetes and heart problems. My friend has cancer. Is it safe for us to get vaccinated?…

Fishpond Restoration Workdays

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

By Maile Naehu

Spend a day with us in Mana’e with Hui o Kuapa! We are hosting four Community Workdays for the restoration of ʻOhalahala fishpond at Kumimi Beach located after the 20 mile marker, East Molokai. 

Our dates are Saturday, Sept. 4 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 17 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 14 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 18 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Lunch and water will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, towel, work and protective gear such as hat, long sleeved rash guard or shirt, longer shorts or leggings, reef shoes or tabis and/or an old pair of shoes, work gloves (we will have some in limited supply), and a light breathable mask. Limited…

Residents Sought for Broadband Mapping Project

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

ʻAuamo Collaborative News Release

ʻAuamo Collaborative is hiring short-term data collectors to serve on a community outreach team for its Rural Broadband Mapping Project aimed at discovering broadband capabilities in the rural areas of Molokai, as well as Hawaii Island, Maui, Lanai and Kauai. Team members will be deployed in these regions to monitor quality of Internet coverage, ability to access broadband services, and gauge broadband utility.

“The COVID-19 pandemic exposed poor or non-existent broadband service in Hawaii’s rural areas and we need a better understanding of what connectivity exists in our communities,” said Brad Bennett, founder of ʻAuamo Collaborative. “The lack of access affects a families’ ability to obtain educational opportunities, telehealth services, and government assistance, made even more acute by pandemic restrictions that hinder people’s access to in-person services.”…

Congressman Kahele Visits Molokai

Wednesday, August 25th, 2021

Congressman Kahele Visits Molokai

By Catherine Cluett Pactol | Editor

Congressman Kaiali’i Kahele spent four days Molokai last week to get a better understand of the challenges and strengths of the community, as the last stop in a district-wide tour. He spoke with sustainability leaders and fishpond restorers, large-scale farmers and backyard gardeners, as well as staff at a variety healthcare organizations on island.
U.S. Rep. Kahele took office on Jan. 3 of this year, representing the second Congressional district, which covers the whole state.

“My first six to nine months in office [I wanted to] get a chance to go to all the different islands to really start to hear what are the community’s concerns and how can my voice at the federal level help answer some of those things,” he said during his Molokai visit, which spanned Monday to Thursday last week.…

Woman Still Missing on Molokai

Tuesday, August 17th, 2021

Woman Still Missing on Molokai

By Catherine Cluett Pactol

Nearly two months after her disappearance at the Pala’au State Park in Kalae on June 24, Gianina Reid is still missing. The 25-year-old woman is described by police as Caucasian, 5-foot-8, weighing about 120 pounds, with blonde hair and hazel eyes and a tattoo of a crescent moon shape on her forehead.

Molokai Police Detective Kyle “Ikaika” Bishaw-Juario said police have conducted multiple searches for her in the Kalae area with no results.

A $500 reward has been posted for information leading to her whereabouts.

Moments before her disappearance on June 24, her speeding vehicle hit Pala’au Park caretaker Jerry Rich, who was working near the side of the road.…

Molokai Whippas Awards 3 Scholarships

Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

Molokai Whippas Awards 3 Scholarships

Molokai Whippas News Release

Another beautiful late spring day and the Molokai Whippas could only wonder what might have been. This year’s 44th annual Molokai Whippas Invitational Fishing Tournament became another victim to the COVID pandemic that has plagued the world for well over a year. Earlier this year, the Whippas made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s event.

Despite the cancellation, the Molokai Whippas ohana stepped up and really came through to help the Whippas attain their goal. A late decision was made to produce a limited edition commemorative shirt. Artist and designer Wayne Ng of Design Ng came through with a great design and collaborated with Guy Inocelda, who operates T’s On Me which screens the designs, to add masks to match the shirts.…

Golf Ace

Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

Golf Ace

By Rick Schonely | Sports Reporter

Billy Moore is the August Ace winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club. Moore shot 51-54 for a total of 105 and with his 36 handicap his net score of 69 got him into a playoff with Rick Schonely and Dana Takashima. Moore won on the first playoff hole with a par and his handicap stroke.…

MAC Show Deadline Coming Up

Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

MAC News Release

Friendly reminder to all members, affiliates, and students (keiki through college) of the Molokai Arts Center (MAC) that the submission deadline is approaching for the 10th annual MAC Member Show.

We are currently accepting artwork for the Show! Deadline for submission is Sunday, Aug. 15 at 5 p.m. Notifications for juried works and cash prizes will be made the week of Aug. 31. All work juried in will be exhibited online from Sept. 28 through November.

Artwork must be dropped off with an entry form at the MAC studio Aug. 8-15. Reservations for drop off required! No walk-ins, please.…

Na Pu’uwai Fair Encourages Healthy Lifestyles

Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

Na Pu’uwai Fair Encourages Healthy Lifestyles

By Catherine Cluett Pactol | Editor

Despite a last minute switch from a traditional event to drive-thru style, Na Pu’uwai’s Mauli Ola Health Fair went on last Saturday afternoon featuring free goodie bags, healthy food, COVID testing and vaccinations, raffle drawings and gym membership signups.

Due to last week’s spike in on-island cases, event organizers made changes for safety, with COVID testing also offered as a last minute addition. Participants could meet Na Pu’uwai healthcare providers, learn about healthy lifestyles – learn it from numan, integrative programs and take a fitness test. COVID Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccine shots were offered, administered as participants remained in their vehicles.…

Culture-Based Science Program

Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

Project Hokulani News Release

A free culture-based science program and paid internship called Project Hokulani is available to high school students from Molokai, Oahu and Hawaii Island. The program, through the University of Hawaii, aims to help Hawaii high schoolers learn about going to college and science related fields through culture-based hands-on activities, mentoring and work-based learning.

Program components include hands-on science activities, science exploration within Native Hawaiian culture, college preparation and a 40-hour paid summer internship of up to $1000 per student. The program begins mid-September for one year, with two classes per month on Saturdays. Classes will occur from September 2021 to May 2022, then students will complete their internship between June and July 2022.…