A torch from
the volcano
A special flame will help light the journey for Special Olympics Hawaii athletes participating in this year’s State Summer Games. This week, a group of law enforcement officers and Special Olympics Hawaii representatives hiked to Kilauea Volcano to light the Flame of Hope. This flame will be transferred in miner’s lamps to Kauai, Maui, Hawaii Island and Oahu. Later this month officers will carry the flame during their annual Law Enforcement Torch Run and use it to light the flame at their area competitions.
“This torch lighting is a special way for us to honor the 50 years Special Olympics has helped bring intellectual disabilities out of the darkness and into the light, creating a community of understanding and respect,” said Cindy Ujimori, Special Olympics Hawaii vice president of community outreach.
Info: 695-3533, www.sohawaii.org.
HCEOC accepting weatherization applications
Hawaii County Economics Opportunity Council (HCEOC) is now accepting applications until July 7 for the Weatherization Assistance Program, offering free solar water heating systems, Energy Star refrigerators and energy efficient LED bulbs, EPA approved aerators and shower heads. Service prioritized for seniors, families with young children, people with disabilities, households with high energy usage, and families experiencing a high energy burden.
Info: 961-2681 ext. #400 or www.hceoc.net to apply.
