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The Honolulu Advertiser
Posted on: Saturday, August 16, 2008

HAWAII BRIEFS
No arrest in Waikiki robbery

Advertiser Staff

A man was robbed at gunpoint early yesterday morning in Waikiki, but no suspect was arrested, police said.

The 29-year-old man said another man demanded his wallet at 1 a.m. today. After the 29-year-old handed over the wallet, the robber ran away. The case was referred to the Honolulu Police Department robbery detail for further investigation.



NO INJURIES IN KAILUA CLOSET FIRE

Firefighters yesterday quickly extinguished a closet fire at 1296 Ulupi'i St. in Kailua. Four juveniles were home at the time and escaped without injury, said Capt. Robert Main, fire department spokesman.

The first fire company was called to the scene at 11:59 a.m., Main said.

The fire was confined to a bedroom closet in the single-family home and extinguished at 12:24 p.m., Main said.

A monetary estimate of the damage was not immediately available. The cause of the fire was still under investigation.



KAUA'I POLICE SEEK MISSING BOY, 15

The Kaua'i Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding 15-year-old Jacob Poepoe, who was reported missing July 7.

Poepoe is 6 feet tall and weighs about 150 pounds. He has brown eyes and black hair.

Poepoe has a tan complexion and a small build. He has a tattoo across his shoulder that reads "POEPOE."

Poepoe was last seen at his residence in 'Ewa Beach on O'ahu and is believed to be on Kaua'i. He was seen at the Kapa'a Shopping Center.

Anyone with information about Poepoe is urged to call Kaua'i Police Dispatch, 808-241-1711, KPD Investigative Service Bureau, 808-241-1696, or Crime Stoppers, 808-241-1887.



ARBORETUM OFFERS GUIDED TOURS

Lyon Arboretum is now offering one-hour guided tours Monday through Saturday at 10 a.m.

Visitors can tour the lush tropical rainforest, see native Hawaiian plants, Hawaiian cultural plants, and a diverse collection of tropical plants from all over the world.

The arboretum's trained guides share information about Hawai'i's natural history, rich cultural heritage, and the Arboretum's essential work in rare plant conservation.

The tour costs $5 per person. Call 988-0461 to make reservations.

The arboretum is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The arboretum is closed on state and federal holidays. Admission to the gardens is free.

Lyon Arboretum is a 193.5 acre rainforest botanical garden administered by the University of Hawai'i at Manoa. It is located at 3860 Manoa Road.



E-CYCLING SOON TO BE YEAR-ROUND

The twice-a-year E-Cycling program to recycle electronics such as computers and televisions will be available year-round when Habitat for Humanity Maui moves into a new space in Wailuku, The Maui News reported.

The agency is relocating to space in the Maui Farmers' Cooperative Exchange warehouse at 970 Lower Main St., with the larger space allowing an expansion of its ReStore project. The move may take place as early as next year.

While Habitat won't move immediately, the new space is already in use for containers of donated appliances that Habitat will be selling from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday at discounted prices.

With county support and community volunteers, the E-Cycling electronics recycling event is offered to allow businesses, students and homeowners to dispose of electronic gear that should not be going into county landfills.