Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
Office on Aging News Release
The County of Maui Department of Human Concerns Office on Aging is inviting community members to share their input on aging services, which will help shape future services and resources for older adults, caregivers and their families across Maui Nui.
“The voices of our community are essential to shaping a stronger, more age-friendly Maui County,” County Executive on Aging Rowena Dagdag-Andaya said. “Every perspective shared helps us better understand the needs of our kūpuna, caregivers and families. By listening and learning from those we serve, we can direct resources where they will have the greatest impact and create a community where everyone can age with dignity, connection and support.” …
Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
Maui Fire Department News Release
The County of Maui’s Department of Fire and Public Safety announce the sale of July 4th fireworks beginning on Monday, June 29, 2026, and ending on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. A fireworks permit is not required during designated times (see below) for consumer fireworks such as sparklers, snakes, and cylindrical or cone fountains, which emit effects not higher than 12 feet off the ground.
Retail stores will not sell firecrackers for this holiday; therefore, Firecracker Permits will not be available for purchase at these stores. The Maui Fire Department also would like to remind residents that fireworks can only be legally set off from 1 p.m.…
Thursday, July 2nd, 2026
AARP News Release
AARP is awarding five grants totaling $57,000 to improve communities on Maui, part of $139,000 given to 12 organizations throughout Hawai‘i through the AARP Livable Communities 2026 Community Challenge grant program.
Marking the program’s 10th anniversary, the grants are part of an $8.3 million commitment by AARP, doubling last year’s total, to fund 750 quick-action projects nationwide aimed at making communities more livable for people of all ages, especially older adults. The funds support improvements to public spaces, transportation, housing, digital connectivity, disaster preparedness and other local priorities that help improve social connections and strengthen neighborhoods and towns of all sizes.…
Thursday, June 25th, 2026
Community Contributed
By Rick Schonely
Rodney Reyes is the June Ace Winner for the Hui O Kukui Golf Club. Reyes, affectionately known as Hot Rod, is one of Molokai‘s professional golfers who also gives back to his golf course. Reyes shot 43-42 for a gross total of 85 and with his 17 handicap his net 68 got him the victory. Congratulations Rodney!
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, June 25th, 2026
Filomena “Lumeng” Duarosan Sayaboc departed this life peacefully at her home surrounded by family and friends on June 4, 2026, in Kualapuu, Molokai.
Filomena was born in Binalonan, Pangasinan, Philippines, on May 18, 1948, to Cristobal and Feliza Duarosan. She is predeceased by her husband Bonifacio “Pacio” Sayaboc.
She moved to Molokai in 1977. She commuted on the ferry and worked at The Westin Maui Kaanapali Beach Hotel as a housekeeper for 28 years before retiring and continuing to work at the Molokai Shores.
She was a devoted wife, nurturing mother, grandmother, loving sister, cherished aunt and steadfast friend to those fortunate enough to know her.…
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