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New program brings free tennis to Hawai‘i schools
The United States Tennis Association already began its tour of Island schools in March, which brings free lessons and equipment to schools.
Christian ShimabukuJuly 25, 2026
Here's the best of Hawai‘i, according to the people
The best family attraction, cruise, lū‘au, resort, restaurant and tour company in Hawai‘i have been decided by voters in USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. Read on to see who made the lists.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 25, 2026
Ala Moana Center to launch luxury shopping event
For two weeks in August, the popular shopping destination will offer shoppers exclusive experiences at 14 luxury boutiques.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 25, 2026
Miya Bowls is a new acai bowl shop in Wahiawā
The shop — located next to Teapresso — opened recently in the space of Mia Bella gelato shop. Miya Bowls offers build-your-own acai bowls with a variety of bases, ranging from acai and pitaya to mango, coconut, guava and lilikoʻi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 24, 2026
Artificial reef coming to Waikīkī
$9 million NOAA project to stimulate coral restoration.
Michael BrestovanskyJuly 24, 2026
Updated: Bayer to make changes to Hawai‘i operations
These changes include consolidating some of the company's farm activities on O‘ahu and Maui over time, which will affect more than 70 employees.
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 24, 2026
Changing Kaka‘ako: The first high-rise
Perhaps no urban Honolulu neighborhood has changed more over the past 50 years than Kaka‘ako. ASD history columnist DeSoto Brown looks back on the changes, starting with the skyline, which used to boast but a single high-rise building. That has certainly changed! The condo 1350 Ala Moana once stood as a landmark and now is lost in the crowd.
DeSoto BrownJuly 23, 2026
SinIceStir Speakeasy opens in Honolulu
The hidden lounge — tucked away behind SinIceStir Shave Ice — features handcrafted cocktails and boozy shave ice in a cozy setting, complete with views of Waikīkī Beach. Customers must message the business on Instagram for the speakeasy password, which changes periodically.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 23, 2026
Common Ground launches The Food Fix in downtown Honolulu
AC Hotel Honolulu’s elevated coffee shop just started a new grab-and-go menu with comforting eats like breakfast burritos, grilled cheese sandwiches, croissant sandwiches and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 23, 2026
Food & Dining
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30th annual Walk in the Country Gala is coming this August
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 22, 2026
Matsumoto’s Okazuya by JV Kitchen is giving out free chow fun
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 22, 2026
DKT Jesus & Coffee opens its first storefront in Wahiawā
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 21, 2026
Chef Chai just launched a new menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 21, 2026
Kyoto’s Dragon Burger is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 20, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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New book features Hawaiʻi film spots
Katie HellandJuly 22, 2026
Hula, surf films, and more: Friday, July 24, to Sunday, July 26
Katie HellandJuly 21, 2026
Hawaiʻi Island hālau returns for Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition
Katie HellandJuly 20, 2026
Native Hawaiian Convention returns to Honolulu
Katie HellandJuly 17, 2026
Hawai‘i's Bretman Rock makes 2026 Time100 Creators list
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 16, 2026
Sports
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New LPGA tournament set to debut on Big Island in 2027
Christian ShimabukuJuly 23, 2026
Years later, fate leads Hawai‘i head football coach Timmy Chang back to his alma mater
Christian ShimabukuJuly 22, 2026
Maui's Milaniakai Padilla wins national beach volleyball honor
Christian ShimabukuJuly 21, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball releases 2026 schedule, announces assistant coach changes
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
University of Hawai‘i right at home in new-look Mountain West Conference
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
Food & Dining
View all30th annual Walk in the Country Gala is coming this August
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 22, 2026
Matsumoto’s Okazuya by JV Kitchen is giving out free chow fun
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 22, 2026
DKT Jesus & Coffee opens its first storefront in Wahiawā
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 21, 2026
Chef Chai just launched a new menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 21, 2026
Kyoto’s Dragon Burger is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJuly 20, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allNew book features Hawaiʻi film spots
Katie HellandJuly 22, 2026
Hula, surf films, and more: Friday, July 24, to Sunday, July 26
Katie HellandJuly 21, 2026
Hawaiʻi Island hālau returns for Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition
Katie HellandJuly 20, 2026
Native Hawaiian Convention returns to Honolulu
Katie HellandJuly 17, 2026
Hawai‘i's Bretman Rock makes 2026 Time100 Creators list
Stephanie SalmonsJuly 16, 2026
Sports
View allNew LPGA tournament set to debut on Big Island in 2027
Christian ShimabukuJuly 23, 2026
Years later, fate leads Hawai‘i head football coach Timmy Chang back to his alma mater
Christian ShimabukuJuly 22, 2026
Maui's Milaniakai Padilla wins national beach volleyball honor
Christian ShimabukuJuly 21, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball releases 2026 schedule, announces assistant coach changes
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026
University of Hawai‘i right at home in new-look Mountain West Conference
Christian ShimabukuJuly 17, 2026