Thursday, August 6th, 2026
Ronald B. Sagario, 88, a lifelong resident of Molokaʻi, passed away peacefully at his home on July 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Ronald was the beloved husband of Regina “Reggie” Sagario, with whom he shared 61 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and love. He leaves behind his cherished children: Gina (Albert) Agliam, Dina (Thomas) Nii, Bonnie Sagario, Kimie (Franklin) Delos Reyes, and Ronald “Stag” Sagario. He was a proud grandfather to 13 grandchildren and loving great-grandfather to 23 great-grandchildren, each of whom brought him immense joy. He is also survived by his siblings, Maggie Martin, Patricia Bird, Paula Morales, Francisco “Boy” (Nalani) Sagario, Lenny Doyle, and Larry (Peke) Sagario, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, and dear friends.…
Thursday, August 6th, 2026
Weymouth Irwin Nakeleawe Kamakana, Sr., affectionately known as “Uncle Bruddah,” passed away peacefully at his home in Kalamaula, Molokai, surrounded by his loving family. He was 88.
Born November 25, 1937, on Molokai, he was the youngest of 18 children. He attended ʻIolani School on Oʻahu, where he played varsity football, basketball and track. There he met Rachael, a student at St. Andrew’s Priory, whom he later married. After a brief time in California, they returned home to Molokai.
Weymouth worked at the Boys Camp in the Kamakou Forestry Preserve before serving 25 years with the Maui County Fire Department. In 1998, he married Jule Ann Patten.…
Thursday, August 6th, 2026
Kupu News Release
Kupu, Hawaii’s leading conservation and youth education organization, announced that applications are now open for the Conservation Leadership Development Program (CLDP) and Kupu ʻĀina Corps (KAC). Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by September 12, 2026.
Participants are selected to serve at one Host Site organization for their program term. Throughout the term, they will learn and gain hands-on experience alongside experts in the field. Kupu’s extensive network of partner sites offers exposure to the fields of native species conservation, renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, wildfire prevention, Native Hawaiian cultural stewardship, environmental education, and more. …
Thursday, August 6th, 2026
Office of Elections News Release
Voter service centers will be open until August 8 to provide in-person election services, including voter registration and accessible voting.
To beat the long lines on August 8, officials urge voters to take advantage of the opportunity to vote early.
“We encourage Hawaii voters to adopt the mindset that voting is no longer a single-day event. Instead, voters now have an extended window of time if they want to vote in person,” Chief Election Officer Scott Nago said.
What to Know Before Visiting a Voter Service Center
Voter service centers opened July 27 and will remain open until August 8, 2026.…
Wednesday, July 29th, 2026
Rosie Shimae Arinoki, born on January 2nd, 1932, of Kualapuʻu Molokai HI, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026 in Kaneohe at the age of 94.
She is survived by her two sons, David and Craig, six grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, August 22 at The Gospel Shoes of Christ Jesus Church, located at 9997 Kamehameha Highway in Waialua, Molokai.…
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