02.14.2025 The Hō'ike Weekly | FOUR Interviews - It's a packed show!

Aloha Kauaʻi! 🌺 Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hō'ike Weekly! Join host Tricia Allen as we delve into a packed show featuring in-studio guests and a wealth of community news. 

In this episode, we spotlight the upcoming Waimea Town Celebration from February 15-22, where fun, food, and festivities await! 🎉 Plus, learn about a new YWCA program tailored for Native Hawaiian residents, and catch an inspiring interview with Hawaii's 2025 School Counselor of the Year, Noelani Butcher.

Don't miss our segment on the KAUA'I Community Players' performance of Ripcord, running until March 2nd, and find out about the Mobile Health Clinic pop-up on February 17th, which includes free health resources for all. We’ll also cover significant opportunities like the Mokihana Club’s Music Scholarship competition and cultural events like E Kanikapila Kakou showcasing Hawaiian music.

Stay tuned for our Men's Event at Alakoko Fishpond, updates on the Nurses Strike, and a look at the game-changing Pulse Point App that empowers community members to respond to cardiac emergencies.

For all the details and links mentioned in today's show, make sure to check the description! 🌟 

Whether you're tuning in on YouTube Channel 54 or catching us on the Hoike Podcast, get comfortable and enjoy the show!

👉 **Links to Events and More:**
- Waimea Town Celebration: [waimeatowncelebration.com](https://waimeatowncelebration.com/)
- YWCA Program: [ywcakauai.org](https://www.ywcakauai.org/)
- Music Scholarships: [themokihanaclub.org/MUSIC](https://themokihanaclub.org/MUSIC/)
- Pulse Point App: [content.govdelivery.com](https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/HIKAUAICOUNTY/bulletins/3d19670)
- Counselor of the Year Award: [Hawaii Public Schools](https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Kaua%CA%BBi-middle-school-counselor-named-2025-Hawai%E2%80%98i-School-Counselor-of-the-Year.aspx)
- E Kanikapila Kakou: [gardenislandarts.org](https://www.gardenislandarts.org/ekk-2025-lineup/)
- Health Clinic Pop-Up: [hoolalahui.org](https://www.hoolalahui.org/)
- Ripcord by Kauai Community Players: [kauaicommunityplayers.org](https://kauaicommunityplayers.org/ripcord-2/?eid=137683)

Thanks for watching, and as always, we wish you love and aloha! 💖🌈 

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