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By Star-Bulletin Staff

Beach warning issued for monthly jellyfish invasion

The May influx of box jellyfish is expected to begin tomorrow, according to the Ocean Safety Division.

The influx should peak on Monday and wane by Tuesday.

The most commonly affected areas are the South Shore beaches, including the Ala Moana Beach park swim channel and Waikiki Beach waters. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Pokai Bay and Makaha Surfing Beach have also been affected.

During the alert period, lifeguards will assess beaches for box jellyfish and post hazard-warning signs as warranted.

Individuals stung by box jellyfish are advised to flush the sting site with copious amounts of vinegar. Anyone experiencing breathing difficulty, muscle cramps or spasms or persistent pain is advised to seek immediate medical attention.

For more information on ocean conditions, advisories and warnings, a prerecorded report can be accessed at 922-3888, ext. 51.

UH Foundation VP takes job at Washington State

The University of Hawaii Foundation vice president for development will leave his post June 1 to become president of the Washington State University Foundation and vice president of development.

Rick Frisch joined the UH Foundation in March 2001 and was interim president prior to the selection of Betsy Sloane as president earlier this year.

"I'm disappointed that my stay in Hawaii has not been as long as anticipated, but the Washington State position is a terrific opportunity," Frisch said. "Pullman, Wash., is certainly not Honolulu, but this move offers a variety of professional and personal opportunities for my family and me."

In addition to its main campus in Pullman, WSU has campuses in Spokane and Vancouver, Wash., and the tri-cities area of eastern Washington.

Sloane said Frisch would be missed. "Rick brought professional expertise and overall guidance to the foundation during his time here. He was responsible for a number of initiatives and new approaches to help make the foundation a more effective organization."

Group to sponsor events for Mental Health Month

"Mental Health Matters -- Now More Than Ever" is the theme of activities this month to help people recognize the importance of mental health.

The Mental Health Association in Hawaii is sponsoring a number of events in recognition of Mental Health Month.

Health exhibits will be displayed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at Pearlridge, next Saturday at Ala Moana and May 25 at Kahala Mall and Ward Warehouse.

For more information about mental health services, call 521-1846.

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Corrections and clarifications >> There were 1,141 assaults reported in Honolulu last year, and the area from Red Hill to Village Park reported the most auto thefts. A story on Page A3 yesterday had incorrect information. >> The St. Francis Healthcare System's 75th-anniversary celebration will be held May 31 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village. An item in Thursday's "In the Mix" column said incorrectly that it would be this weekend. >> The four girls in a Page A1 photo in Thursday's morning edition were from Halau Hula 'O Hokulani, whose kumu hula is Hokulani DeRego. The photo caption gave the wrong halau and kumu hula. The Honolulu Star-Bulletin strives to make its news report fair and accurate. If you have a question or comment about news coverage, call Managing Editor Frank Bridgewater at 529-4791 or email him at fbridgewater@starbulletin.com.

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Police, Fire, Courts



By Star-Bulletin staff

Honolulu Police Department Crimestoppers

HONOLULU

Woman caught in alleged Kmart shoplifting attempt

A 30-year-old woman was arrested for second-degree theft Thursday night for allegedly trying to shoplift $900 worth of merchandise from the Kmart store in Iwilei by stuffing the items in Wal-Mart shopping bags.

Police said a Kmart store security officer watched the woman place the items in her shopping cart about 8 p.m., conceal them in Wal-Mart shopping bags and then exit the store without paying for the merchandise. Store security officers stopped the woman outside and held her until police arrived.

EAST OAHU

Argument leads to arrest of couple in Kahala

A 33-year-old man and his 28-year-old wife were arrested for domestic abuse and a firearm violation Thursday night following an argument near Kahala Mall.

Police said an officer was sent to an office building at 4647 Kilauea Ave. about 6 p.m. on a report of a domestic argument.

The wife was arrested for abuse of a household or family member based on information provided by witnesses, police said. As she was being arrested, the woman told the officer that her husband threw a handgun wrapped in a sock by a nearby tree.

Officers located the sock with the handgun in it and arrested the woman's husband for a firearm violation.

The woman was also arrested for a firearm violation after her husband told the officers that the gun belongs to his wife, police said.