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‘Sip’ on these aesthetic matcha lattes
Sippin’ Pretty specializes in curated matcha lattes and coffees. The biz pops up at various events across Oʻahu. While the banana bread latte and cream latte are popular choices from its regular menu, the biz also offers monthly specials. March brings St. Patrick’s Day-themed specialties like End of the Rainbow and Charmed & Lucky.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 28, 2026

Pitch Sports Bar launches a new lunch sushi omakase
This Kakaʻako sports bar’s omakase is a hidden gem. Its new lunch offering costs $80 per person, features 12 courses, and is available daily between 12 and 1 p.m.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 27, 2026

UHERO report: Hawai‘i to recover from recession this year
UHERO economic forecast for the year is cautiously optimistic.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 27, 2026

Federal funding will support housing, transportation projects on Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i County will receive nearly $7.5 million for three projects.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 27, 2026

This late-night Chinatown spot has a new menu
Bar 35’s new food menu launched in December and now includes tacos and more shareable dishes. Its new chef, Julio Gutierrez, came from now-closed Tlaxcalli — and brought his popular tacos with him.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 27, 2026

Four Hawaiʻi beaches make Tripadvisor’s best U.S. beaches list for 2026
Tripadvisor’s list of best beaches in the nation includes one location on Kauaʻi, another on Hawaiʻi Island and two on Oʻahu. Make your guesses for which beaches made the list ...
Katie HellandFebruary 27, 2026

Aloha Stadium Authority holds first meeting at new location
Thursday morning's meeting also served as the first for Walter Thoemmes as the new Stadium Authority chair.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 27, 2026

This “Shokudo Throwback” menu is available for a limited time
Shokudo is celebrating its 21st anniversary with different specials at its various locations from March 1 to 14. Waikīkī Shokudo will offer 21% off select dishes; Kaimukī Shokudo will feature a “throwback” menu — with favorites from the business’s original Kapiʻolani location — and Poke Stand by Shokudo will offer $10 poke bowls.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 26, 2026

Hamada: State of the Union — fractured
We're looking at a Congress in which one party would rather sit on its hands than stand or applaud the most basic decencies or functions of government.
Rick HamadaFebruary 26, 2026
Food & Dining
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Where to find treats for Girls’ Day 2026
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 25, 2026
CU Hawaiʻi opens in Kāhala
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 25, 2026
Kanoya Sushi Grill & Bar launches new lunch specials
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 24, 2026
New Kamana Kitchen 3 opens in Kailua
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 24, 2026
James Beard Foundation collaboration dinner coming to Waikīkī
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 24, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Roberts Hawaiʻi to open new entertainment venue
Katie HellandFebruary 26, 2026
Kaula Lūʻau, new Bruno Mars music, and more: your guide to the weekend
Katie HellandFebruary 25, 2026
Maui County provides funding to strengthen community
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 25, 2026
Kaula Lūʻau launches in Ko Olina this week
Katie HellandFebruary 24, 2026
AI music regulations, a state symphony, and more in these bills to watch
Katie HellandFebruary 20, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i men's volleyball reignites BYU rivalry on short notice
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 24, 2026
Hawai‘i cornerback Caleb "C-Bo" Brown is back like he never left
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 23, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH women's basketball closes out home slate
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 23, 2026
Hawai‘i men's basketball triumphs over UC Santa Barbara on AC Carter night
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 22, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball wins on Les Murakami Hall of Fame night
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 21, 2026


