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🌱 Free car seat safety checks coming to Līhuʻe Walmart this month

Lihue, Hawaii Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Lihue! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Free car seat safety checks coming to Līhuʻe Walmart this month
  • Thinking about KCC? See what ʻOhana Night offers in just hours.
  • What we know about the Kauaʻi manhunt suspect charged from Lihue

Also on today's calendar: Bikes on Rice group ride and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: A stray afternoon shower, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Saturday: An a.m. shower; mostly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 71.
  • Sunday: Sunshine and a few clouds, with a high of 83 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Kauaʻi Police Department announces free car seat safety checks in June : Kauai Now (kauainownews.com) — Families in Lihue can get their children’s car seats checked for free at Walmart on Kūhiō Highway on June 13 and 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. Certified technicians and Kauaʻi police officers will be on-site to inspect installations, answer safety questions, and demonstrate proper use, with no appointment required.
   

2. Kauai Community College ‘Ohana Night is free! (thegardenisland.com subscription) — Lihue residents considering Kauai Community College can get free, one-stop enrollment help at the 6th annual ʻOhana Night on Tuesday at the campus Learning Resource Center. From FAFSA assistance and class planning to TB testing, campus tours, and free food, the evening is designed to welcome students and their families into the KCC community before fall semester.
   

3. Man charged in fatal shooting after Kaua'i manhunt (khon2.com) — From Lihue, authorities report that a man has been charged with murder, attempted murder, and firearms offenses after a days-long manhunt that affected Hanalei, Kīlauea, and Kapaʻa. Police say he was arrested near Kapaʻa Public Library following a search that prompted evacuations and lockdowns, and the investigation continues with additional charges expected.
   

4. Hawaii Children's Theatre announces summer lineup (thegardenisland.com subscription) — Lihue families can look forward to Hawaii Children’s Theatre’s Summer Stars shows at Kauai Community College and the After Dark production of “Be More Chill” at Puhi Theatrical Warehouse starting in mid-July. Youth performers and HCT alumni will headline these all-ages and PG-13 productions, with tickets already available online for residents planning their summer entertainment.
   

5. Red Raider baseball tops KIF All-Stars (thegardenisland.com subscription) — Lihue readers can celebrate Kauai High School’s Red Raiders after the Kauai Interscholastic Federation named senior pitcher Kaden Itamura Pitcher of the Year and coach Spencer Yates Coach of the Year. The Central Pacific Bank KIF champions also placed multiple players across infield, outfield, and catcher spots on the Baseball All-Stars list.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • In a recent deal, Hawaii general contractor Nan Inc.
    purchased 280 acres of agricultural land on Kauai from Grove Farm for $10 million. Does anyone know where exactly in Lihue this parcel of land is… (Nextdoor Lihue Corridor)
  • Unifi Aviation, LLC posted a job opening for Airport Ramp Agent - Driving (Alaska) LIH/PM RR in Lihue. Apply here.
  • Denali Staffing Group posted a job opening for Ramp Agent in Lihue. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lihue here.

Ok Lihue! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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