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Hawai‘i softball coach Panita Thanatharn reflects on series win over her alma mater
Thanathan guided UH to a series win at Long Beach State over the weekend, the same school where she was a player and assistant coach for a total of over 20 years.
Christian ShimabukuMarch 26, 2026

Hawai‘i Community Foundation launches storm relief fund
Stronger Hawai‘i Fund to issue grants to nonprofits statewide for storm recovery projects
Michael BrestovanskyMarch 26, 2026

Who controls the rain?
Conspiracy theories fell like raindrops, even as the Kona Low system pummeled the Islands. ASD columnist Sterling High digs into what it means as people search for answers to calamity.
Sterling HigaMarch 26, 2026

Hamada: Beware the scammers who take advantage of bad times
In the wake of a calamity like the Kona Low floods, people generously step up to help — while others wickedly step up to steal. ASD columnist Rick Hamada has advice for how to avoid charitable giving scams.
Rick HamadaMarch 25, 2026

What's next for the Wahiawā Dam?
The dam that nearly failed last week will likely be transferred to the state on Friday.
Michael BrestovanskyMarch 25, 2026

Nānākuli principal receives national recognition
Christine Udarbe, principal of Nānākuli High and Intermediate School, has been named a finalist for National High School Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Aloha State Daily asked Udarbe more about her career and priorities, as well as what this award means for the school and community.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMarch 25, 2026

Hawaiʻi football enters crucial second phase of offseason
The Rainbow Warriors deliberately began spring practices early in order to have more time focus on their strength and conditioning program, which begins this week.
Christian ShimabukuMarch 25, 2026

Kōkua Waialua, FoodieCon, and more: What to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Ready to help farmers in Waialua who were impacted by floods? Want to see a humuhumunukunukuapua‘a formed entirely from Legos? Aloha State Daily rounded up a list of things to do Friday, March 27, through Sunday, March 29.
Katie HellandMarch 25, 2026

Pipikaula Corner: The climate change dodge
Hawai‘i lawmakers are advancing a bill that would allow insurers to sue fossil fuel companies when they have to make big payouts for disasters allegedly caused by climate change. What they really aim to do, however, is shield local government and powerful interests from accountability for any role they themselves may have played.
A. Kam NapierMarch 24, 2026
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Daily Smile: Thursday, March 26, 2026

"I took this picture while sailing on Nov. 9, 2025. It’s not unusual to see a rainbow over Waikīkī, but this one was low and seemed to be hugging the city."

Daily Smile: Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Food & Dining
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New taco carousels in Hawaiʻi Kai
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 24, 2026
Jamba Hawaiʻi is offering $2 lychee smoothies
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 24, 2026
New Vietnamese café open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 23, 2026
WESTMAN CAFE is open for brunch in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 21, 2026
Hawai‘i Farm Bureau, partners, launch farm damage survey
A. Kam NapierMarch 21, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Island vibes at the heart of Kelandy’s new single
Katie HellandMarch 21, 2026
Chuck Norris dies
Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026
Honolulu Festival adapts to weather
Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026
Movies, yoga with baby goats, and more: what to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandMarch 19, 2026
Save the date for 2026 Irasshai: Eat, Drink, Kanpai!
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 18, 2026
Sports
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The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH baseball returns home after extended road trip
Christian ShimabukuMarch 23, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball emerges as Big West favorite after series sweep at Long Beach State
Christian ShimabukuMarch 22, 2026
Aloha Stadium marches towards 2029 completion
Christian ShimabukuMarch 21, 2026
Hawai‘i basketball eliminated by Arkansas in NCAA Tournament
Christian ShimabukuMarch 20, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball opens up Big West play at archnemesis Long Beach State
Christian ShimabukuMarch 19, 2026