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The interactive butterfly exhibit 'Sharing The Butterfly Experience' has returned to Pearlridge Center and runs at Mauka Center Court until Aug.

2 with guided tours among locally raised monarchs. A school supply drive accepts donations during center hours through Sunday, July 19 + contributions aid students in need.

The Hawaiian Humane Society offers 50% off adoption fees for adult dogs, cats and kittens at both Oahu locations through July 26.

The nonprofit cares for over 1,000 animals seeking homes.

Helping Hands Hawaii will distribute free backpacks filled with school supplies to more than 3,000 students starting Thursday at Kahuku High School — part of its annual giveaway at six locations statewide.

The Kahala Zippy’s on Waialae Avenue reopened Tuesday after a four-month closure for renovations.

The updated restaurant now offers its signature dishes (including a sushi bar from Kahala Sushi and Napolean’s Bakery) for local diners.

Contestants with Hawaii ties appear on season 28 of CBS's Big Brother, which premieres Thursday, July 9 at 2 p.m. local time.

Lyric Medeiros, a social media influencer and daughter of pop star Glenn Medeiros, and MMA fighter Kamu Kirk were announced as cast members.

Honolulu and NORESCO won the 2026 Energy Leader Award for updating 49 parks on Oahu that saved $3.5 million in utility bills during the first year; upgrades included pool + shower improvements and LED lighting at key sites.

The project is part of a 20-year contract expected to save $94M.

Hawaii farmers, ranchers, and fishers affected by this year's Kona Low storms can apply for grants (from $2,500 to $10,000) through the Hawaii Farmers Disaster Relief Fund.

Applications are accepted until July 31.

A South Carolina mental health facility is under investigation for withholding records after a Hawaii patient died by suicide last November — the facility must submit a correction plan by Thursday, July 9.

Hawaii officials have sent executives to review the oversight, raising questions about patient care across state lines.

Oahu-born actor Jason Momoa thanked Governor Green and state legislators yesterday after signing Senate Bill 2580, which offers local talent a global stage and a 5% tax credit incentive for film makers across the islands.

Honolulu Medical Examiner data show homeless deaths have more than doubled over the past decade, rising from 87 in 2016 to 180 in 2025, while the average age at death has increased to nearly 56.

Overdose deaths, mostly linked to meth, remain high.

The University of Hawaii Cancer Center opened Hawaii's first early-phase clinical research center on Jul 7, 2026, giving nearly 76,000 cancer patients free access to clinical trials without traveling to the mainland.

Kelsey Pfendler completed a record solo row (2,400 miles) from Monterey to Honolulu in 43 days, 17 hours and 55 minutes.

She overcame rough seas and high winds before arriving at the Hawaii Yacht Club in Waikiki with hundreds cheering.