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Today's Hawai'i Skies was captured by Kam Napier in Mānoa.

Hawai'i Skies: Rainbows in Mānoa

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Crime & Courts

Hundreds gathered Tuesday to show support for Kamehameha Schools after a lawsuit was filed challenging its admissions policy.

Virginia-based nonprofit Students for Fair Admissions filed on Monday the 

: calling Kamehameha Schools’ admissions policy illegal race-based discrimination, the suit demands that a court issue a permanent injunction from considering applicants’ Native Hawaiian ancestry when making admissions decisions.

The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Hawai‘i, claims that the admissions policy — which KS 

 gives preference to applicants with Native Hawaiian ancestry “to the extent permitted by law” — has prevented any non-Native Hawaiian student from attending in at least 15 years.

In response, KS assured parents on Monday that the school is “resolved to vigorously defend our admissions policy and will engage ever legal and operation resource to protect [it].”

“The facts and the law are on our side and we are confident that we will prevail,” read the KS letter.

That message was reinforced at a Tuesday rally before ‘Iolani Palace, where scores of attendees sang and chanted in support of the school.

Crystal Kauilani Rose, chair of the KS Board of Trustees, told attendees that she had helped KS fight against the “Doe Lawsuits” — two suits in which non-Hawaiian teenagers sought admission to KS but were ruled against by a U.S. District Court judge — 20 years ago and is prepared to do so again.

“We understand the law,” Rose said. “We understand the facts. And the law and the facts are on our side … we are warriors, we are fighters and we know how to do it.”

KS won the first Doe suit, filed in 2003, by arguing that it is privately funded and exists to correct educational imbalances that Native Hawaiians face compared to other ethnicities.

 in the first Doe suit that KS is in a unique situation, as the U.S. has a special trust with Native Hawaiians after Congress adopted the Apology Resolution — which acknowledged that the U.S. overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom was unlawful — and that KS’ policies align with Congress’ own goals of remedying the systemic disadvantages faced by Native Hawaiians following the state’s annexation.

But the latest suit argues that KS won that first Doe suit “by the narrowest of margins” and only prevented it from being appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court by paying the student $7 million.

The suit claims to represent two Hawai‘i families — identified only as Family A and Family B — who would prefer to allow their daughters, respectively in ninth and second grade, to attend KS rather than public schools. However, the suit states that they have not applied, as their children are not Native Hawaiian and believe they would not be accepted.

In its explanation of the background the case, the suit takes great pains to highlight abuse leveled at the plaintiffs and Edward Blum, founder of Students for Fair Admissions. About eight pages of the 56-page suit enumerate various comments and voicemails strewn with profanity, racial slurs and death threats directed at the plaintiffs and Blum following the announcement of the lawsuit.

The first specific legal argument in the case takes aim at the contract that parents are required to sign upon their child’s admission to KS. Given that KS’s admission’s process does favor specific people by race, the argument goes, these contracts are inherently “race-based contracting,” which is illegal.

The second argument claims that KS’ policy cannot stand as a valid affirmative action policy, given that it bars practically any non-Native Hawaiian applicant and has no stated end date. 

At the same time, the suit the need for any affirmative action policy to benefit Native Hawaiians may have passed, as educational outcomes for Native Hawaiian students have improved over the last 20 years. The suit goes on to state that public schools in the state are chronically underfunded, suggesting students of other ethnicities would benefit from a more open admissions process at KS.

The suit also argues that creating a statutory carveout so as to make an exception for KS would also be unconstitutional.

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<title>Kamehameha Schools promises to fight for admissions policy</title>

Lawsuit filed Monday challenges KS's policy of preferential treatment toward Native Hawaiian applicants.

Kamehameha Schools promises to fight for admissions policy

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Kelli Shiroma Braiotta

Food & Dining

 is known for being a premier source of local products, meat and dairy. The business is popular for connecting local farmers and food producers directly to O‘ahu residents.

The business just opened its first-ever grocery store and deli, Hōʻiliʻili Market. The store will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The market is located in the space of ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry, which is temporarily closed (its chef, Aker Briceno, is undergoing cancer treatment).

The new market is designed to bring Hawaiʻi’s food system together under one roof, and will feature products from local farmers, ranchers, bakers and brewers.

Prior to this in-person market, customers could only access Farm Link’s selection of locally sourced produce, meats and prepared foods by ordering online for pickup and delivery across O‘ahu.

“We’ve been operating online only for many years, which has been wonderful because I think this selection of products being available across Oʻahu has been very important,” says Claire Sullivan, CEO of Farm Link. “For those of us who really want to touch and feel a product for ourselves — there’s this incredible bounty of local products in one place that we get to be inspired by.

“We don’t see ourselves at Farm Link as solving all of the food system problems by any means,” she adds. “We are just a partner to many producers who are.”

Hōʻiliʻili Market is designed to be more than a grocery store, and is an extension of Farm Link’s mission to make good food accessible to all, while increasing local food production.

There are a few products Sullivan is especially excited about.

“This is the first time local milk is available on Oʻahu since 2018,” she says. “This is the fruition of a partnership building with our friends at Meadow Gold Dairy, to be able to sell the local milk here.”

Sullivan also notes that the business makes its own butter. They learned how after the proprietor for Naked Cow Dairy, which was the only butter maker in the state for many years, had to move to the Mainland for family reasons, according to Sullivan.

“We got trained by Monique (of Naked Cow Dairy); we bought her churn, and learned how to make butter,” she says. “We make the butter in house with cream from Kohala.”

Customers can also look forward to local product tastings and collaborations between farmers and producers. Look forward to favorites like Neko Koneko’s lattes and cold brews; Mille Fete’s frozen kūlolo and Rocky Road ice cream, cookies and breadcrumbs; ‘Ulu Mana’s ‘ulu and cassava chips; a variety of breads from La Tour Bakehouse; and more.

“We weren’t able to do ice creams previously on delivery because we don’t deliver with dry ice,” Sullivan says. “Finally, we have ice cream in store!”

Not only will you find a curated selection of locally sourced produce, pasture-raised meats, fresh-baked goods and artisan honey, but you can also enjoy deli offerings from two renowned chefs — Chuck Wakeman, formerly of Butcher and Bird, and Robert Urquidi, formerly of Ethel’s Grill.

“I’ll be in charge of all the fresh local meats,” says Chuck Wakeman, culinary manager for Farm Link Hawaiʻi. “We make our own sausages in house. We get lamb, pork, and venison; it’s all 100% local. We’re also doing ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry’s pizza and hoagie menu. We’re going to run that for them; it’s kind of a collaboration.”

The deli’s opening week menu will feature customer favorites from ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry, including subs, salads and Choke Garlic Balls (fried dough coated in Parmesan and garlic butter), originally made by Briceno.

“Starting out, it’s going to be mostly sandwiches during the day,” Wakeman confirms.

On the market’s first day, mortadella ($17), veggie ($16) and Italian combo ($20) sandwiches were available. The Italian combo ($20) — which is filled with turkey, salami, prosciutto, mozzarella, local tomatoes, Lanai mixed greens, pepperoncini, shaved onions, oil and vinegar — is a customer favorite.

Additional menu items, like meatball subs, will eventually be added.

The deli will also feature the square-shaped Sicilian pizza slices that ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry was known for.

Wakeman also encourages customers to check out the market’s housemade sausages and locally sourced meats.

“We’ll have Molokaʻi venison — all the cuts you can think of,” he says. “I’m excited for people to come in and see how revamped it is, and get a look at this selection of local stuff that’s now all in one place.

“Hōʻiliʻili means a collection or gathering,” Wakeman adds. “We’re gathering — Aker’s people — Robert and I have worked with him in the past. And then just a bunch of producers, famers and community — this has been the focus, goal and mission for a long time.”

The company will offer 50% off all local poi and produce for customers paying with SNAP-EBT, both in-store and online. This initiative is through The Food Basket’s DA BUX program, in an effort to make Hawai‘i-grown vegetables and fruits more affordable.

“Eating local is so powerful,” Sullivan says. “It’s this accessible way we have to participate in the local economy. It doesn’t mean we have to be 100% (local) all the time — that’s a very high bar. I think getting comfortable with the idea that you can just swap out an ingredient here and there (for something local) … that’s meaningful for producers who are keeping our islands growing and need us as the consumers to be their partners.

“That’s really the reason Farm Link exists,” she adds. “To make that connection and make it more accessible for folks to participate in the food system that way.”

Limited on-site parking is available; nearby street parking is also available. Visit 

Hōʻiliʻili Market will be open daily, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

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<title>Farm Link just opened its first-ever grocery store and deli</title>

Hōʻiliʻili Market by Farm Link just opened on South Beretania Street. It’s in the former space of ‘ili ‘ili Cash & Carry (which is temporarily closed). Here’s a preview of what you’ll find.

Farm Link just opened its first-ever grocery store and deli

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Stephanie Salmons

Government & Politics

Thousands of riders made their way aboard Skyline in the days after the second segment of the rail 

According to the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services, there were:

— 11,879 rides taken on Skyline on Thursday, Oct. 16, the first day segment two opened to the public; 

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"DTS is extremely pleased with the first four days of Skyline segment two service!" Travis Ota, information specialist for the department told Aloha State Daily in an email. "Not only did we open Skyline to some of the island’s largest employment centers, but we also saw a tremendous turnout of riders eager to experience the new segment. From keiki to kūpuna, thousands of riders boarded Skyline over the weekend, taking in the views and exploring new commute options.

"Many riders also went multimodal, coming in by our newest rapid bus lines, and bringing their e-bikes and scooters aboard to test their full commute from Skyline to work or school," he continued.

 and spans just under 11 miles from East Kapolei to Aloha Stadium. This section includes the rail's first nine stations: Kaualakaʻi (East Kapolei), Keoneʻae (University of Hawai‘i-West Oʻahu), Honouliuli (Hoʻopili), Hōʻaeʻae (West Loch), Pouhala (Waipahu Transit Center), Hālaulani (Leeward Community College), Waiawa (Pearl Highlands), Kalauao (Pearlridge), and Hālawa (Aloha Stadium).

The newly opened 5.2-mile stretch of guideway now carries riders beyond Aloha Stadium to the Middle Street Transit Center and has four new stations: Makalapa (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam), Lelepaua (Daniel K. Inouye International Airport), Āhua (Lagoon Drive) and Kahauiki (Middle Street Transit Center).

Ota says DTS had volunteers providing assistance to riders throughout the weekend "and couldn’t be happier with the response."

"There were a lot of people cheering for the airport station, and even families coming straight off the plane with their suitcases, heading west on Skyline for the first time," he says. "Of course, as with any new service, there are technical details we’re continuing to fine-tune. Rider feedback from the busy opening weekend is incredibly valuable and helps us continue improving the Skyline experience."

, daily ridership counts ranged from 1,842 to 7,519. Monthly ridership numbers this year have been as low as 89,167 in June and as high as 119,513 in September. You can find more 

New and modified bus routes, which also take effect Oct. 16, aim to "improve connectivity between Skyline, TheBus and key destinations across O‘ahu," a recent announcement from DTS noted. Read more about 

 to the ground transportation operations at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.

People with inquiries, questions or reports for Skyline rail operations should call 808-848-5555 (option 4) or email 

More information about Skyline can be found at 

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<title>Thousands turn out for Skyline's expansion, free-fare weekend</title>

The newly opened 5.2-mile stretch of guideway now carries riders beyond Aloha Stadium to the Middle Street Transit Center and has four new stations.

Thousands turn out for Skyline's expansion, free-fare weekend

 on Thursday, commuters should also take note of changes to TheBus route that coincide with new leg of the rail system.

The 5.2 miles stretch of new guideway runs from Aloha Stadium to the Middle Street Transit Center and has four new stations: Makalapa (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam), Lelepaua (Daniel K. Inouye International Airport), Āhua (Lagoon Drive) and Kahauiki (Middle Street Transit Center).

Passenger service for the new segment begins at 4 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. Riders must use a loaded HOLO card with fare or valid pass in order to board. A single ride for an adult is $3. Find more about 

But new and modified bus routes, which also take effect Oct. 16, aim to "improve connectivity between Skyline, TheBus and key destinations across O‘ahu," a recent announcement from the City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services noted.

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 provides frequent, limited-stop service between the Āhua station on Lagoon Drive and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. It replaces the discontinued Route A CityExpress! that ran between Pearlridge and the university.

According to DTS, the segment between Pearlridge and Center Drive will be discontinued but will still be served by routes 40, 42 and 51, as well as Skyline.

Lagoon Drive, Nimitz Highway, Vineyard Boulevard, Liliha Street, King and Beretania streets, Kapiʻolani Boulevard and University Avenue. 

The A Line runs from 4:15 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily, every 10 minutes during peak hours, 15 minutes during off-peak hour and 20 minutes on weekends.

 offers "expedited weekday service" between the Āhua station and UH Mānoa via the freeway.

This route travels Lagoon Drive, Nimitz Highway, H-1 freeway, University Avenue, Dole Street, St. Louis Drive, Wai‘alae Avenue and Kapiʻolani Boulevard, running every 60 minutes from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays, with two additional eastbound trips in the morning and two westbound trips in the afternoon during peak hours.

 offers frequent, limited-stop service between Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Waikīkī. It replaces the discontinued Route 20 between Waikīkī and Aloha Stadium.

The new route travels Ala Onaona Street, Aolele Street, Lagoon Drive, Nimitz Highway, Ala Moana Boulevard, Kalākaua Avenue, Kūhiō Avenue, Ohua Avenue and Kapahulu Avenue.

DTS says that Skyline replaces the former Route 20 segment between the Aloha Stadium station and the airport station, but the Iwilei Road segment remains served by Route 7. Meanwhile, Downtown segments continue to be served by existing routes along King, Beretania and Hotel streets.

The W Line runs from 4:15 a.m. to 2 a.m. the next day, running every 10 minutes during peak times, 15 minutes in off-peak times and 30 minutes after 7 p.m.

Makalapa (Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam) station and Hickam Air Force Base and other military facilities. It replaces the discontinued Route 303 (Hickam-Airport-Kalihi Transit Center). Military ID is required.

The route runs every 65 minutes from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. on weekdays and every 35 minutes from 6:15 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekends.

The former Route 303 segment between the Kalihi Transit Center, the airport and Hickam will now be served by Skyline, DTS notes.

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 now offers "direct, faster service" between the Makalapa station and the Naval Shipyard, DTS says, noting that discontinued service areas are now covered by Routes PH1, PH2, PH3, PH4, PH6 and PH7, while the discontinued Hickam AFB segments are replaced by the new Route 331.

The route runs from 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 65 minutes off-peak.

, ‘Ewa Beach-Waikīkī, have been modified to serve the Āhua station, adding new service along Ualena Street and Ohohia Street and discontinuing stops on Nimitz Highway between Ohohia Street and Lagoon Drive. Hours and frequency remain the same.

, Waipahu-Waiawa, has been extended to serve the Waiawa Pearl Highlands Skyline station. Hours and frequency are the same.

, Honolulu-Wahiawā, also will serve the Āhua station on Lagoon Drive via Ualena Street and Ohohia Street, discontinue stops on Nimitz Highway between Ohohia Street and Lagoon Drive, and extend to serve the Waiawa Skyline station. Hours and frequency are unchanged.

, Kapolei Commons to UH West O‘ahu, remains unchanged but hours have been extended from 3:45 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and will now run every 15 minutes.

To celebrate the new rail expansion, Skyline, TheBus and TheHandi-Van will be free to ride from 4 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, and Sunday, Oct. 19. Riders, though, will still have to tap their HOLO cards at station gates or when boarding TheBus, DTS says, but no fare will be deducted.

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The second leg of Honolulu's rail system opens to the public on Thursday, Oct. 16.

Skyline extension brings new and modified bus routes, free rides

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Katie Helland

Arts & Entertainment

Aloha Spirit

Aloha State Daily rounded up some of the spooky and fun activities happening on Oʻahu this month. From a surf costume contest to a haunted mansion there are lots of ways to celebrate autumn.

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 has a new spooky bar. Buy a drink or dessert and get another free in a deal that runs through Oct. 12. The buy one, get one deal allows customers to mix and match drinks and desserts. For drinks, enjoy the vampire’s kiss ($16), witch’s blood or pumpkin pie margarita ($16), eyeball Jell-O shots (three for $9), or a shareable witch’s brew served in a 64-ounce cauldron ($35). There are also 

, which are not listed on the menu but are available by request.

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 Kūpuna are invited to take part in a leisurely stroll from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. where they can pick up clues and complete an autumn-themed scavenger hunt at Pearlridge Center. The event takes place in Wai Makai and is intended for seniors age 55 and older, but all are welcome. 

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 will share ghost stories, accompanied by the 

, as part of a one-night-only performance called “Hapa Halloween: Mysteries of Hawaiʻi in Concert,” at Hawaiʻi Theatre. Kapanui and his wife, Tanya, started the ghost tour company, 

, which offers tours of neighborhoods, as well as programming for schools and corporate events. The duo also writes a 

 for Aloha State Daily. Attendees can also arrive an hour before the concert for a costume contest and trick of treating. 

Keiki can embark on a self-guided treasure hunt from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 18 through Oct. 31 at Kailua Town. On the treasure hunt, they will pick up stamps and treats from participating merchants. The adventure starts at the Lau Hala Shops entrance, which is located below the UFC Gym, where participants will find instructions and a treasure map. At the end of the quest, bring that treasure map to Oceans End in the Straub Building at 602 Kailua Road, Unit 103. The more stamps collected, the bigger the prize. Adults will also receive a complimentary gift from Oceans End while supplies last. 

Aloun Farms hosts Pumpkin Fall Festival. 

Aloun Farms will host its 23rd annual Pumpkin Fall Festival. Select pumpkins from the field, walk through sunflower fields and enjoy free tractor hayrides and activities for keiki. There are also carnival rides, ʻono foods and a farmers market. Tickets are $5. The event is pet friendly. Admission is free for keiki ages 2 years old and younger.

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Staff of the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host a Halloween event from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. where keiki can walk between cars in the parking lot of the Hoʻaeʻae Community Park and trick or treat. There will also be carnival games. The parking lot will be closed from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. that day. Free. 

Staff of the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host an event from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the George Fred Wright Wahiawā District Park. Keiki can wear costumes and trick or treat around the football field or visit booths from supporters, including the Honolulu Police Department. There will be games, a photobooth and activities. Free.

Staff of the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation and Kāhala Mall will host a costume contest for keiki who range in age from newborns to sixth graders. There will also be a family category. Contests include gift cards or gifts from 

 merchants. The contestants should line up in the center court / theatre wing at 4:30 p.m. for the contest which starts at 5 p.m. at Center Court Stage.

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 Jamie O’Brien Surf Experience will host a Halloween surf contest at The Ritz-Carlton Oʻahu, Turtle Bay. Surfers of all ages and levels are invited to paddle out in costume from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. There is a $20 entry fee, which benefits the 

 Staff of the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host a Pumpkin Palooza from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Koko Head District Park. There will be games, arts and crafts, and hidden pumpkins. Goodie bags are available for keiki up to 12 years old. Keiki who complete the activities and mark them on a passport can enter a drawing for a special grand prize. Free. Space is limited to 200 participants. 

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This contest runs from 2 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at The Royal Grove at the Royal Hawaiian Center. There are multiple prize categories, including an ʻohana competition where parents and keiki can compete as a team. The first-place winner for each category gets a $150 gift card to the Royal Hawaiian Center. There are also prizes for second and third place in each category. The overall grand prize is a $250 gift card. Keiki from up to 10 years old can compete. Families are encouraged to preregister to secure spots in the contest. 

 Participating stores and restaurants will hand out candy and treats while supplies last from noon until 6 p.m. at the Royal Hawaiian Center. Keiki and their families are invited to dress up and trick or treat. 

 The Honolulu Zoo is also getting in on the Halloween fun. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., keiki can wear costumes and follow clues to collect stamps. The Haunted Habitat Treat Trail will feature 15 spots where keiki can trick or treat. 

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Take the keiki trick or treating from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pearlridge Center. There is a keiki costume contest. The entertainment and costume contest is hosted by PBS Hawaiʻi while Longs Drugs is the candy sponsor.

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Staff of the City and County of Honolulu’s Department of Parks and Recreation will host an inaugural haunted mansion from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the parking lot of the McCully District Park. There will be games, face painting and a haunted house suitable for all ages. There will also be opportunities to trick or treat in the parking lot. Limited parking is available at the King William C. Lunalilo Elementary School. The parking lot of the park will be closed as it is in use for the event. High visibility clothes and lights are encouraged for traffic safety.

 is partnering with The Row Kakaʻako to host a Halloween party from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. with live music, entertainment and themed drinks. There will also be a costume contest. 

. Ala Moana Center will host trick or treating from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at more than 100 stores and restaurants. There will be live entertainment, balloons and photo opportunities. Keiki and their families are invited to dress up in costumes and collect candy. The event includes a dance party hosted by The Hawaiʻi DJ as well as custom balloon creations by Adventure Balloons. 

will host a Dave and Boo’sters party with crafts, games and awards for the best costume as part of its Halloween celebrations.

Watch aquarists carve pumpkins underwater at 10:30 a.m. at the ʻAlohilani Resort, Waikīkī Beach. 

Keiki and their families can participate in trick or treating from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 

Jamie O'Brian Surf Experience

<title>Your guide to a faboolous Halloween on Oʻahu</title>

What do a haunted mansion, a costume contest for surfers and pumpkin palooza have in common? The three events are happening on Oʻahu this month! Learn more about 20 fun activities related to pumpkins, Halloween and autumn planned for October.

Your guide to a faboolous Halloween on Oʻahu

Business & Tourism

The state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations will host a hiring event Tuesday that aims to connect military spouses with "meaningful employment opportunities."

The event — DLIR's first-ever hiring event on a military base — will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 22, at the 604 Ballroom, 1249 Kolekole Ave. at Schofield Barracks.

“We want our employers to recognize military spouses as valuable assets to their organizations,” DLIR Director Jade Butay said in Monday's announcement. “This event reflects our ongoing commitment to empowering Hawai‘i’s workforce by supporting our military families and creating pathways to meaningful careers.”

Military spouses face unique employment challenges, especially with frequent moves," a DLIR spokesperson told Aloha State Daily in an email Tuesday afternoon. "We wanted to create a space where they can connect directly with local employers and find opportunities that match their skills."

Although the numbers vary, the spokesperson says that military spouses make up a "significant part of our community," especially in the Islands.

"They're an important part of the local workforce."

According to the department spokesperson, the companies and organizations attending Tuesday's event include Allied Universal, FBI - Honolulu Division; the City and County of Honolulu; U.S. Secret Service; the state Department of Health Environmental Resources; Hawai‘i Public Housing Authority; Navy Child & Youth Program Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam; Diagnostic Laboratory Services Inc.; Kumabe HR; U.S. Navy, Commander Pacific Fleet; state Department of Human Resources Development; Island Distributing, Reyes Beer Division; Palekana Aquatics Academy; and Y. Hata & Co. Ltd.

According to the department, this is start of a "growing partnership" between DLIR and military leadership "to support service members and their families in building careers and remaining part of Hawai‘i's workforce."

"This partnership grew out of conversations about better supporting military families in the workforce," the spokesperson noted. "We’re starting with this event, but the goal is to continue working together to offer more resources and regular support going forward."

DLIR says those who attend Tuesday's hiring event are encouraged to bring multiple copies of their updated resume and to dress professionally for potential on-the-spot interviews.

"The goal is to connect people to jobs," the spokesperson said when asked about DLIR's ultimate goal with this hiring event. "We also want to build stronger ties with the military community so we can support them more consistently in the future."

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The July 22 event, hosted by the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, will focus on helping military spouses connect with employment opportunities.

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