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Come learn more about this author's journey
Meet Nancy Arcayna in-person this Saturday, April 25, at Ala Moana Center’s Barnes & Noble for a book signing of “Checked Out to Checked In: A Nomadic Journey to Self‑Love.” Through sharing her own experiences, she hopes readers will walk away encouraged to take steps toward living their best life.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 23, 2026

North Shore reigns supreme at inaugural OIA surfing championships
Kahuku's boys team and Waialua's girls team took the team titles on Monday at Kewalo Basin.
Christian ShimabukuApril 23, 2026

Community Voices: The Menehune: A true race of people
Origins of the Menehune you may not be aware of.
Kalani AkanaApril 23, 2026

This sushi spot is celebrating a milestone with discounts
Kaiten Sushi Ginza Onodera is celebrating its two-year anniversary with 50% off on select nigiri. From April 24 to 27 — Friday to Monday — customers can take advantage of discounted maguro sushi. The discount is valid for dine-in only.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 22, 2026

You can find these fancy French cakes in Honolulu
Raphaelle Garwood, baker and owner of Fancy French Cakes, wanted to start a business that features some of her favorite confections. She currently bakes out of a commercial kitchen and her desserts — including caramel pecan tarts and Opera cakes — are available for online orders.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 22, 2026

Ghostly history of Kamāmalu Playground
A home once stood on the property, then known as Emma Street, and its owner seemed unwilling to stay away even after death. But is she the only spirit that haunts the site?
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiApril 22, 2026

PGA Tour confirms exit from Islands in 2027
On Monday, the PGA Tour announced The Sentry will no longer be held on Kapalua. Meanwhile, the organization is exploring plans to turn the Sony Open from a PGA Tour event into a PGA Tour Champions event.
Christian ShimabukuApril 22, 2026

Makaiwa Hills only option for landfill site, says city
The Department of Environmental Services is beginning the process to develop a parcel west of Makakilo for a new landfill.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 22, 2026

Seattle-based Piroshky Piroshky is popping up in Honolulu
The Eastern European bakery’s flagship location is in Seattle’s historic Pike Place Market. It’s bringing its popular pastries to Honolulu Beerworks on June 11 from 4 to 6 p.m. While this event is in June, customers can already place pre-orders.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 22, 2026
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Daily Smile: Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Daily Smile: Tuesday, April 21, 2026

"I took this picture from my son's home in Makakilo on Feb. 4. I love it because of the colors and because my granddaughter and I watched sunrises together before she went to school. I live in North Carolina and come to Oʻahu two or three times a year — I love being in Hawaiʻi!"
Food & Dining
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The Pig & The Lady launches a pay-what-you-can dinner experience
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 21, 2026
New taiyaki spot in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 20, 2026
Da Burger Wing Hub opens second location in Kapolei
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 20, 2026
Neale Asato talks James Beard nomination, inspiration for Asato Family Shop
Stephanie SalmonsApril 18, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day 2026 – part 2
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 18, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Spam Jam, ʻEwa Fest and more: Your guide to this weekend on Oʻahu
Katie HellandApril 21, 2026
Amy Hānaialiʻi and more to star in benefit concert
Katie HellandApril 21, 2026
Bishop Museum opens exhibit honoring artists of the Kanakaʻole and Zane ʻohana
Katie HellandApril 18, 2026
How a poem inspired a career for Hawaiʻi Poet Laureate
Katie HellandApril 17, 2026
“Meet the Drapers” episode films in Kāneʻohe
Katie HellandApril 16, 2026
Sports
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The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball hosts final set of home games
Christian ShimabukuApril 21, 2026
Vladimir Kubr shines in his senior moment
Christian ShimabukuApril 19, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball clinches Big West regular season title
Christian ShimabukuApril 18, 2026
Over-50 soccer league aims to inspire women
Christian ShimabukuApril 17, 2026
Former competitors Maika Eugenio and Bjorn Jurgensen now Hawai‘i teammates
Christian ShimabukuApril 16, 2026