About Town 12-21-19

Hawaii Civil Air Patrol Cadet receives General Billy Mitchell Award

Cadet 2nd Lt. Ruby Mandini of Hawaii Wing Civil Air Patrol’s Kona Composite Squadron recently pinned on her current rank after earning the General Billy Mitchell Award. The award honors the late Brigadier General Billy Mitchell, aviation pioneer, advocate and supporter of an independent Air Force for America. The award is earned after completing the first eight achievements of the Civil Air Patrol cadet program. In addition, the cadet must pass an arduous 100-question examination testing leadership theory and aerospace topics.

Those cadets who receive the prestigious Mitchell Award are also eligible for advanced placement in the grade of Airman First Class should they choose to enlist in the U.S. Air Force, and they also receive advanced credit in the Air Force Reserve Officers Training Corps. Mitchell Award cadets may also apply for a variety of scholarships and Civil Air Patrol special activities.

Mandini was also honored with a special Certificate of Recognition signed by members of the Hawaii County Council in congratulations for her outstanding achievement. The certificate was presented by Councilwoman Karen Eoff.

Final days of Salvation Army Red Kettle drive

With fewer bell ringing days between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Red Kettle donations are down approximately 5 percent compared to last year, and the Salvation Army Hawaiian &Pacific Islands Division is encouraging the public to step up and support their Red Kettles located at various businesses across the state. Donations to Red Kettles stay in the local communities where they are donated. Bell ringers will be staffing the Red Kettles through Christmas Eve.

For more information about The Salvation Army Hawaiian &Pacific Islands Division, the outreach programs, and to make online donations, visit hawaii.salvationarmy.org.