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WINDWARD

Bird habitat to be improved

Kamehameha Schools biology students and members of Hui Lama will help restore the dryland forest and wetland bird habitat at Na Pohaku o Hauwahine in Kawai Nui Marsh from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

The public is invited to participate in the restoration project that begins with a Hawaiian chant and tour of the most recent activities at the site.

Other service projects in the marsh include protection and maintenance of Hawaiian cultural sites of Holomakani and Ulupo heiau.

To volunteer for projects or for more information, e-mail Chuck Burrows at cburrow@aloha.net or call 595-3922.

College drive beats goal

The Friends of Windward Community College has raised $165,000 for the school, surpassing its goal by $65,000.

The money, which will support programs and scholarships, includes a $93,000 grant from the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation for the school's new Imaginarium.

The campaign began in September 2000, when the group was formed.

CENTRAL

Kidney checks free Saturday

Free kidney screening will be offered by the National Kidney Foundation of Hawai'i from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at the Waipahu United Church of Christ, 94-330 Mokuola St., across from the Waipahu Public Library.

Residents with family histories of high blood pressure or diabetes are at high risk for kidney disease and are urged to get checked. They must be 18 or older.

Medical officials will check their weight and blood pressure and collect blood and urine samples from those who appear to be at increased risk of developing kidney disease.

An appointment is recommended. Call the Kidney Foundation at 593-1515, Ext. 228, or visit the National Kidney Foundation of Hawaii Web site.