WAHIAWA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Tragic news is turning into a story of hope in Wahiawa.
The District Park’s newly refurbished playground was destroyed by arson just a couple of weeks after it was refurbished, but the community is now stepping up with an unexpected donation.
Blaze devastates newly revamped playground at Wahiawa park
“It feels amazing. You know? I mean, unfortunate that things happen in Wahiawa with the fire, but you know what, we’re here to make it better. So you know when people join, join together, we can make that difference,” said Goals Hawaii Vice President Al Legaspi.
Arsonists burned the structure beyond repair in early May after the Wahiawa District Park playground surface was refurbished, but help came from an unexpected place nearby. Another playground miles away at Hokulani Community Center was about to be scrapped…