Dear Editor:Over four years ago.

praised the work of the honorees and their organizations.”The event was moderated by veteran business reporter Frank Mottek.

Guests for the evening included comedian and National Public Radio personality Paula Poundstone.The other honorees for 2023:Michaela Pereira.we’re a small community newspaper.

Five tables of Muranakas friends and colleagues came to show their support.“That’s why having this recognition is so important to us.

who joked about traveling all the way from Santa Monica for the event.

Such has been the mission of the paper for more than 120 years.and Japan entering World War II.

grandchildren and family friends — continue to educate others on their legacy and wont let that spirit fade away.Fishing was the main industry there; the men went out to sea on fishing boats while the women worked at the large fish canneries.

The original Terminal Islanders are in their eighties and nineties with a couple of centenarians.Rafu ContributorLONG BEACH —The Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach honored the Terminal Islanders by presenting them with the Heritage Award on Nov.