In this Pearl City Local Issue:

🌤️ Pearl City Weather

📰 Samantha Kanehailua Leads Pearl City to Bowling Glory

🗞️ Free COVID-19 Test Kits Return

🐾 Pearl City Named No. 1 for Retirement Quality of Life

📆 Pearl City Neighborhood Board Meeting

📆 Upcoming Events

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

✅ Advertising Opportunities

Two-Time State Champion Samantha Kanehailua Leads Pearl City to Bowling Glory

Pearl City's bowling star, Samantha Kanehailua, has led her team to a state championship victory, showcasing her skill and determination. Coming from a family of bowlers, she blends intuition and technique to dominate the lanes. With a 3.7 GPA and plans to attend college in Nebraska, she continues to thrive both academically and athletically, while her tight-knit family prepares for her next chapter.

Free COVID-19 Test Kits Return: New Orders Open in Late September

A federal program offering free at-home COVID-19 test kits will reopen in late September. Households will be able to order four test kits through covidtests.org, with USPS handling deliveries. The tests will detect current strains of the virus, but it’s unclear how long this offer will last. Uninsured individuals can still get free testing through the ICATT program, while insured individuals may have coverage depending on their health plan.

Pearl City Named No. 1 for Retirement Quality of Life, Although Cost of Living Are High

Pearl City and Honolulu rank as the top U.S. cities for retirees in terms of quality of life, thanks to their favorable weather and outdoor activities. However, high living costs and risks of natural disasters make Hawaii a challenging option for some. Retirees are encouraged to explore potential destinations thoroughly before committing.

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 Crafts:

• Waimalu Plaza Craft & Gift Fair - Pop Up with local crafters, makers, jewelers, Japan and Korean imports, toys, DIY crafts, direct sellers, resellers & more! Saturday September 28, 2024 from 10am-2:30pm.

• Vegas Lucky Frog - Learn the basics of working with UV resin and some simple jewelry making techniques to make an adorable shaker charm for your Vegas loving friends! Friday, September 27, 2024 • 10:30am-12:30pm More Info

• Lefties Red Heart Granny Square - Join us for this brand new Crochet workshop for our ! Come and learn how to use the new granny square yarn. You will also be showed how to assemble the granny squares. Thursday, September 26, 2024 • 10:30am-12:30pm. More info

 Business:

• 2024 Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair - 13th Annual Hawaiʻi Small Business Fair held at Leeward Community College on Saturday, September 28, 2024, from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM!

 Food:

• What the Truck - Pearl City High Schools Food Truck Fundraiser on Friday, September 27, 2024 at Pearl City High School between 4:00pm-8:00pm. Please support this fundraiser for PCHS Class of 2025 Project Graduation.

• The Village Market has arrived at Pearlridge Center! Every Saturday, indulge in a variety of food trucks, browse through craft and retail vendors, and have fun with your friends and family! Don't forget to visit the beer garden featuring signature spirits and cocktails, relax in ample seating, and enjoy live entertainment! Stop by from 5-9 p.m in the Mauka parking lot fronting TJ Maxx.

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