The Hawaiʻi Foodbank is addressing hunger, highlighting 1 in 3 residents need food aid. They're hosting a food drive and fundraising events to support their food security programs.

The DCCA is hosting the 20th Annual NCPW Fair in Hawai'i to educate residents about consumer rights and fraud prevention, with over two dozen vendors participating. The event will include metal detection screening for attendees.

Emergency response training will occur at Bayer Facility in Kīhei on Feb. 27 with MEMA, Maui Fire, Police, EMS, and the 93rd CBRN Response Team. No live ammunition or hazardous agents will be used.

Coast Guard Cutter Joseph Gerczak's 37-day patrol in American Samoa enforced maritime law, ensuring safety and regulation compliance on U.S.-flagged vessels.

The Hawaiʻi DLIR is organizing a job fair to support federal workers affected by policy changes, offering immediate job openings and an expedited hiring process.

Hawaiʻi has started the 'Akamai Arrival' pilot to digitize its Plants and Animals Declaration Form for travelers, aiming to protect its ecosystem from invasive species and streamline arrival processes.

Hilo police invite the community to a "Meet & Greet" with officers on February 26, 2025, aimed at improving relationships and discussing neighborhood safety.

Kauaʻi hosted the first Lifeguard Exchange Program with Okinawan lifeguards, culminating in a week of joint water-rescue training to enhance skills and cultural ties.

Detective Donovan Kohara of Hawai‘i County received the Haweo Award on February 20, 2025, for his exceptional law enforcement work and dedication to community safety in Kona, as reported by Nixle.

The security contract for the Lahaina Impact Zone, following the August 2023 wildfires, is ending, but restricted access will continue in the recovery phase.

Hawaii's Island Flex Open Enrollment for state employees runs from March 1 to April 30, 2025, for tax-free medical and dependent care spending accounts.

Fire debris clearing from Lahaina, Maui's commercial properties is complete, allowing owners to apply for building permits and move towards reconstruction.

K-PAL inaugurated a new multipurpose court in Līhu‘e next to the Kaua‘i Philippine Cultural Center to promote positive youth-law enforcement interactions.