Thursday, February 5th, 2026
By Kendrick Kansana Jr., Kualapuʻu 6th Grader
What is a community? Many people think a community is just a group of people. But a community is a group of people who help out each other.
First, a healthy community is a group of people who help each other strive by sharing resources. They also notice others’ needs and listen to each other. They also keep good relationships between each other, so they can stay a community.
Why is it important to participate in a community? One reason is because what goes around comes around. If you don’t help out with community events, then the community might not help you when you need help.…
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
AHAF News Release
The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation (AHAF) announced today that its annual Cursive Is Cool(r) handwriting contest is now open to students in Kindergarten through Grade 7, encouraging young writers to express themselves creatively through cursive handwriting.
Now in its 12th year, the Cursive Is Cool(r) contest continues to grow in reach and enthusiasm, engaging students, teachers, and families worldwide. Children are invited to submit original cursive writing entries, which are judged on legibility, neatness, and creative content.
“Our judges are excited every year to see what children write,” said Lauren Mooney Bear, CG, Campaign for Cursive Chair and immediate past President of AHAF.…
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
AlohaCare News Release
The AlohaCare Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications — from February 2 to March 16, 2026. Each scholarship recipient could get up to $10,000 while pursuing careers in healthcare or social services. AlohaCare members, or their family members, are eligible to apply.
For more information or to apply for 2026–2027 scholarships, visit foundation.alohacare.org/scholarships.
In the 2025–2026 academic year, the Foundation awarded $75,000 in scholarships to 19 students across Molokai, Hawaii Island, Kauai, Maui and Oahu — all pursuing careers in healthcare or social services.
“Every scholarship recipient represents someone who can stay in Hawaiʻi and improve the lives of Hawaii families,” said AlohaCare CEO Francoise Culley-Trotman.…
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
By Rick Schonely
Jeff Egusa is the January Ace Winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club.
Egusa, the former owner of Friendly Market Center for many years and one of Molokai’s top professional golfers, shot 42–41 for a net total of 83 and with his 15 handicap his 68 net got him in a playoff with Poncie Raguindin and Rodney Reyes.
Egusa won the playoff to claim the victory for January. Congratulations Jeff.
The Hui O Kukui Golf Club would like to thank the staff and management of iconic Ironwood Hills golf course for perpetuating the game of golf on Molokai.…
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Leeward Kenpo Karate Ke Ola O Molokai News Release
Leeward Kenpo Karate Ke Ola O Molokai is happy to announce we are reopening. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Fridays from 6-8 p.m. at Home Pumehana Community Hall.
The club previously operated from 2003 until 2013, and is a branch of Leeward Kenpo Oahu. We teach Kenpo Karate and are part of the Kajukenbo self-defense system.
The club’s head instructor is Sifu Lori Nartatez, with assistant instructors Elroy Mollena, Ryan Johnston and Kyle Macmillan.
We would like to welcome back any former students, as well as anyone interested in becoming a new student. …
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