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Zippy's to open newest Las Vegas location
Zippy's Camino Al Norte will open on Tuesday, May 19.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 09, 2026
Mai Tais & Burgers to Malama campaign runs through May
The Marriott Waikīkī Collection and Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa have launched this fundraising campaign to support the Hawaiʻi farmers affected by the Kona Low storms. Until May 31, five resort restaurants are donating $1 from every designated burger and mai tai sold to the Hawaiʻi Farmers’ Disaster Relief Fund.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 09, 2026
Thirty Eight launches a new happy hour
The Pier 38 eatery’s new happy hour is from Mondays to Saturdays. The restaurant also added a variety of new dishes — ranging from blackened ‘ahi salad to mahi sandwiches — to its lunch menu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 08, 2026
UHERO: Hawai‘i housing affordability improves slightly but housing crisis 'remains severe'
UHERO has published its Hawai‘i Housing Factbook 2026, the fourth edition of an annual report that analyzes the state's housing market.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 08, 2026
Native Hawaiian author makes debut as novelist this month
California-based writer Kauakanilehua Māhoe Adams is set to release her first Young Adult novel in verse, “An Expanse of Blue,” on May 19. The fiction story loosely drawn from the author's own life experience, follows a teen with ties to Hawaiʻi and Washington as she navigates faith, family and love.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 08, 2026
Legislature OKs bills reducing pennies, kids in pickup trucks and more
With only one day left this legislative session, what new laws might take effect this year?
Michael BrestovanskyMay 08, 2026
'Of course we take that personally': Hawai‘i men's volleyball set to battle Long Beach State in Final Four
A pair of upside down shakas gestured toward UH's fans in the most recent matchup between the 'Bows and The Beach has stoked the rivalry's fire.
Christian ShimabukuMay 08, 2026
ʻGotta start somewhereʻ
ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa digs into the claimed Christian ethics of would-be assassin Cole Tomas Allen, who stormed the White House Correspondent's Dinner in Washington, D.C.
Sterling HigaMay 08, 2026
Oakberry Hawaiʻi is opening in Honolulu
Acai business Oakberry Hawaiʻi is opening its newest location at the Park Shore Waikīkī on Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. This store is located close to Waikīkī Beach and Honolulu Zoo.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 08, 2026
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Daily Smile: Friday, May 8, 2026
Daily Smile: Thursday, May 7, 2026
"Kukuiolono Park always has amazing sunrises and each time of year has its own unique quality. This picture was exceptional and one that I have not experienced in my 10 years living on Kauaʻi. "
Food & Dining
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Hot Pot Heaven Kailua is offering pho during lunch
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 07, 2026
Fairway Tavern is now open at ‘Ewa Villages Golf Course
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 06, 2026
Mother’s Day, flowers, Ko Olina Children’s Festival and more
Katie HellandMay 06, 2026
Stix Asia expanding to Las Vegas
Stephanie SalmonsMay 06, 2026
Tango Empanadas is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 05, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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7 things to do for Memorial Day 2026
Katie HellandMay 08, 2026
Why these volunteers return to Memorial Day lantern floating ceremony
Katie HellandMay 07, 2026
Keep it Aloha Events brings together Pokémon card collectors and community
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 06, 2026
Mother’s Day, flowers, Ko Olina Children’s Festival and more
Katie HellandMay 06, 2026
Master featherworker shares kuleana as consultant for 'Chief of War'
Katie HellandMay 05, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i softball gears up for final Big West tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 07, 2026
Hawai‘i ace Isaiah Magdaleno racks up accolades after historic outing
Christian ShimabukuMay 06, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: Spring state championships abound across Islands
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to NCAA Final Four with thrilling victory over USC
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball to host USC in national quarterfinals
Christian ShimabukuMay 02, 2026
Food & Dining
View allHot Pot Heaven Kailua is offering pho during lunch
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 07, 2026
Fairway Tavern is now open at ‘Ewa Villages Golf Course
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 06, 2026
Mother’s Day, flowers, Ko Olina Children’s Festival and more
Katie HellandMay 06, 2026
Stix Asia expanding to Las Vegas
Stephanie SalmonsMay 06, 2026
Tango Empanadas is now open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 05, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View all7 things to do for Memorial Day 2026
Katie HellandMay 08, 2026
Why these volunteers return to Memorial Day lantern floating ceremony
Katie HellandMay 07, 2026
Keep it Aloha Events brings together Pokémon card collectors and community
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 06, 2026
Mother’s Day, flowers, Ko Olina Children’s Festival and more
Katie HellandMay 06, 2026
Master featherworker shares kuleana as consultant for 'Chief of War'
Katie HellandMay 05, 2026
Sports
View allHawai‘i softball gears up for final Big West tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 07, 2026
Hawai‘i ace Isaiah Magdaleno racks up accolades after historic outing
Christian ShimabukuMay 06, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: Spring state championships abound across Islands
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to NCAA Final Four with thrilling victory over USC
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball to host USC in national quarterfinals
Christian ShimabukuMay 02, 2026