Goodwill Industries of Hawai'i plans a reuse event on October 24th, welcoming donations of usable items at Kaua'i Resource Center. Certain items like eWaste are not accepted.

The Neal S. Blaisdell Center updates Box Office hours to Tuesday-Saturday, 8 AM-4 PM, starting November 1, 2025, with closures on non-event Sundays and Mondays.

Detective Jason Grouns was honored by NAMI with the inaugural CIT Officer of the Year award for his work in mental health crisis intervention in law enforcement.

Healthcare workers in Hawaii, represented by Local 5 union, are initiating a five-day strike for better wages and staffing, which has been contested by Kaiser Permanente despite offering a 21.5% wage increase over four years.

Maui County invites residents to influence the FY 2027 budget via meetings, with the next sessions scheduled across various locations, including the option for remote input through their website.

Hawai‘i Police host "Coffee With a Cop" events to engage with West Hawai‘i residents in informal conversations at local coffee shops, aiming to strengthen community relations.

Officer Michael Gusman received the October 2025 Officer of the Month award for de-escalating a situation with a distressed individual claiming to be "Thanos," preventing potential tragedy.

The 98th Maui County Fair featured a Baby of the Year contest, eSports, and agriculture showcases with over 115,000 attendees celebrating community and local culture.

Restoration of Waimānalo Beach Park Pavilion by Honolulu's Department of Design and Construction begins October 14, 2025, with modern materials for durability.

The "Aloha to Aloha Stadium Farewell Concert" is an upcoming event on October 25, 2025, featuring Hawaiian music artists and aimed at celebrating the legendary venue.

KCSW and the Zonta Club of Kaua'i launch Breast Cancer Awareness Month with calls for unity, education, and early detection to combat the disease, highlighting events and support for those affected.

Kaua'i Fire Department, in partnership with Kaua'i Philippine Cultural Center, will host the 2025 Fire Prevention Week event on October 4 to educate about fire safety.

HDOT's new internship program provided over 120 students hands-on experience in Hawaii's transportation sector, including mentorship and project presentations.