HIGH-SURF ADVISORY ISSUED FOR NORTH-FACING SHORES
WAILUKU - The National Weather Service has issued a high-surf advisory for the north-facing shores of Molokai and Maui through 6 a.m. Tuesday.
A strong storm over the north Pacific several days ago generated a large northwest swell expected to arrive this morning and continue for several days. Surf on Kauai, Niihau and Oahu was expected to rise to 12 to 18 feet this morning, with the swell moving on to Molokai and Maui later today.
Beachgoers should stay out of the water and away from hazardous shore break, according to the weather service.
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GIFT DRIVE TO GET UNDER WAY AT AZEKA SHOPPING CENTER
KIHEI - Gifts for the needy will be collected at Azeka Shopping Center as part of the Lokahi Giving Project.
To participate, drop off a new, unwrapped gift or donation to any restaurant or shop at the shopping center between Thursday and Dec. 24.
The drive also will include a "giving event" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 5 at the shopping center, featuring local performers and a live radio broadcast on KPOA to encourage donations.
Honolulu TV station KHON2 is partnering with Azeka on the project.
For information or to volunteer, call 879-5000.
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COMMENT PERIOD EXTENDED FOR 'SUSTAINABLE ENERGY'
WAILUKU - Maui County has extended the deadline to comment on the draft plan "Sustainable Energy: Strategies for Implementation" until 4 p.m. Dec. 4.
The comment period was extended "due to numerous requests from the public," according to a county release.
The draft plan contains recommendations from the Maui County Energy Alliance working groups. It can be viewed online by going to www.mauicounty.gov and clicking on the "Renewable Energy" button on the lower right of the page. It is also available at public libraries.
To comment, e-mail energy.program@mauicounty.gov, or write to Energy Commissioner, c/o Office of Economic Development; 2200 Main St., Suite 305; Wailuku 96793.
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AKAKU OFFICE TO BE CLOSED TO PUBLIC THURSDAY, FRIDAY
WAILUKU - Akaku: Maui Community Television's offices at 333 Dairy Road and its Molokai Media Center in Kaunakakai will be closed to the public Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday.
The media lab in Kaunakakai will be open Saturday for certified producers with appointments. The studio and offices on both islands will reopen to the general public at 9 a.m. Monday.
For more information, call 871-5554.
