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Hawai‘i home care agency recognized

Ho‘okele Home Care is among Hawai‘i home care agencies recently recognized in Activated Insights' Best of Home Care Awards.

Stephanie SalmonsApril 25, 2026

Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 3

Whether you’re looking for specialty desserts or an all-inclusive buffet, we’ve got you covered with a list that spans across the Islands.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 24, 2026

The 18th annual East Honolulu Food Festival is coming May 2

The festival, hosted by Mary, Star of the Sea Church and Schools in Kāhala, is themed “Under the Moon in Old Hawaiʻi” and features vintage vibes. The family-friendly event invites the public to celebrate local cuisine.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 24, 2026

Community Voices: Combining career and kuleana in California

Jessica Kaʻiulani Hilo, who lives in Los Angeles, found strength intertwining her career goals with her Kānaka identity. “For being in the diaspora, I very much lucked out in still being very connected to the culture,” she said.

Megan Ulu-Lani BoyantonApril 24, 2026

Led by international roster, UH water polo set for another NCAA Tournament run

The Rainbow Wahine, who take on California in Friday's NCAA quarterfinals, feature players from eight different countries and three different states.

Christian ShimabukuApril 24, 2026

Hawaiian, Alaska airlines transition to one passenger service system

A spokesperson for the airline says that the move is the "biggest and most complex integration project" in the combination of the two airlines.

Stephanie SalmonsApril 24, 2026

10 things to do for Lei Day 2026

May Day is Lei Day in Hawaiʻi. Aloha State Daily has your guide to lei-making contests, music and more. Catch art installations and lei contests, plus multiple performances from Nā Hōkū Hanohano award winning artists, such as the Grammy nominated Raiatea Helm and four-time Grammy winner Kalani Peʻa.

Katie HellandApril 24, 2026