Librarian Patricia Polansky was honored for over 50 years of service at the University of Hawaii with the Nina D.P. Horio Award for her significant contributions.

Maui County offers a grant writing workshop on August 21 and a 'talk story' community discussion on August 20, as part of the "Holomua Kākou" initiative.

Kaua‘i officials will educate residents on wildfire preparedness, focusing on evacuation and emergency plans, through home visits as part of a wider initiative.

WalletHub ranks the University of Hawaii Community College system as the 11th best in the nation, considering affordability, quality, and post-graduation outcomes.

The Volcano Cat Sanctuary in Hawai'i is expanding as a nonprofit to serve more cats amid demand and new feral feeding laws, with a purchase of 3 acres and a fundraiser for development.

Hawaii Nurses Association secures a new contract, averting a strike at Queen's North Hawaii Community Hospital.

Maui Police Department announced a Mobile Medical Educational Unit to support the houseless with various services at Kalama Park, including health check-ups and counseling.

Four Rancho Cordova business professionals are recognized in the "40 Under 40" awards, representing diverse industries and community impact in the Sacramento region.

Honolulu's airport introduces TSA "Families on the Fly" lanes for easier travel with children, as part of a larger initiative to accommodate diverse groups of travelers.

Maui invites the community to the Abilities Resource Fair on Aug. 23, 2025, showcasing services for those with disabilities at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center.

The Hanapēpē Road Resurfacing Project in Kaua'i began with a traditional blessing, aiming to improve roads, walkways, and safety by fall 2026 at a cost of $3.9 million. Traffic disruptions are expected during the work period.

Maui County offices and services will be closed for Statehood Day on August 15, with reduced landfill hours, but normal trash pickup and bus services will continue.

Hawai‘i's DCCA is launching PSAs to educate the public on hiring licensed contractors, emphasizing the importance of verified skills, insurance, and financial protections.