Stories by The Garden Island

CHRISTMAS FUND: Couple with keiki searching for housing

Diane and John with their two children, Billy and Knox, have been staying in the emergency homeless shelter for a couple of months. The family was evicted from their rental home when John became ill and was not able to continue to work. Diane cares for her two children, one of whom is a special needs child. They recently received a housing voucher and are searching for affordable housing.

CHRISTMAS FUND: Man seeks assistance with housing

LIHU‘E — Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share daily, front-page stories about families and individuals (we don’t use their real names), who are facing challenges and would appreciate a little help this holiday season.

Free wrestling clinic on Friday

LIHU‘E — Wrestling coach Jody Strittmatter, also the director of the Young Guns Wrestling Club, will lead a free half-day wrestling clinic on Friday at the old Kaua‘i High School gym.

Vendor opportunities at benefit rodeo

PO‘IPU — The Hawai‘i High School Rodeo Association, Kaua‘i District will host its first benefit rodeo on Nov. 24 and 25 at the CJM Country Stables in Po‘ipu.