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How world events are influencing travel decisions
Hawaii.com surveyed more than 300 people in March to gauge traveler sentiment. Here’s what they found.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 11, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 1
Whether you’re planning to dine-in or takeout, we’ve got you covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 11, 2026
Donate blood, help support disaster recovery
For every blood donation made through the end of April, Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi will make a monetary contribution to Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Stronger Hawaiʻi Fund. The fund provides grants to nonprofits on the frontlines of disaster and emergency-related preparedness, response, recovery, mitigation and resilience.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 11, 2026
Sumida Farm launches collabs to celebrate watercress season
The farm's watercress season was delayed as a result of heavy rains from the Kona Low storms in March. Sumida Farm is celebrating the start of watercress season this month with a series of collaborations with other local businesses.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 10, 2026
Faster than prayer
Pastors are doing it, legislators are doing it — everyone is turning to AI to write out their thoughts for them. Is anyone thinking for themselves, asks ASD columnist Sterling Higa.
Sterling HigaApril 10, 2026
Update: Kīlauea eruption paused again; Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reopens
Episode 44 of the ongoing eruption began at 11:10 a.m. Thursday, April 9.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 10, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball closes in on Big West regular season title
The Rainbow Warriors could see themselves clinch the top seed in the conference tournament as early as Friday.
Christian ShimabukuApril 10, 2026
Presidential disaster declaration issued for Kona lows 1 and 2
Gov. Josh Green announced that federal aid will be available to recover from the March storms.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 10, 2026
Community Voices: A story of enduring love
Beyond training people to preserve and perpetuate hula through hālau Nā Pualei o Likolehua, founder Leināʻala Kalama Heine wanted to instill in her students a love for all that is Hawaiian and determination to move the lāhui forward. Now under the leadership of her oldest daughter, Kumu Hula Niuliʻi Heine, the hālau is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year at the Merrie Monarch Festival.
Puanani Fernandez-AkamineApril 09, 2026
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Daily Smile: Saturday, April 11, 2026
Daily Smile: Friday, April 10, 2026
"I've taken many great photos in Maui over the years. As you know the sunsets are magnificent. These photos were taken in different spots in Whalers Village. All photos are with my cell phone. And crazy as it sounds my photos seem to come out brighter and more vibrant then most others. Wish I knew why that is. Any way I love sharing my pictures, thanks for giving me the opportunity to do that."
Food & Dining
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Honolulu named one of the best U.S. cities for coffee
Stephanie SalmonsApril 09, 2026
Kooks Coffee opens second location in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 09, 2026
Alan Wong’s Restaurant officially opens at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 08, 2026
La Birria opens new brick-and-mortar restaurant
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 08, 2026
Chef Jason Peel is launching a new weekend omakase
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 07, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Hawaiʻi Opera Theatre presents world premiere of new opera
Katie HellandApril 09, 2026
Merrie Monarch, steel guitar and Ziggy Marley: Friday, April 10, to Sunday, April 12
Katie HellandApril 08, 2026
Benefit concert with Jason Momoa, Jack Johnson, Kolohe Kai, The Green and more
Katie HellandApril 07, 2026
Symphony sets sail with ode to Hōkūleʻa
Katie HellandApril 07, 2026
How to watch Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 04, 2026
Sports
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'Masters Weekend' promotion celebrates Hawai‘i's love of baseball and golf
Christian ShimabukuApril 09, 2026
Hawai‘i Athletics makes final appearance at legislative hearing before 2026-2027 decision
Christian ShimabukuApril 08, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH beach volleyball set for senior weekend
Christian ShimabukuApril 07, 2026
No. 6 Hawai‘i water polo earns Big West regular season title in dominant senior night victory
Christian ShimabukuApril 04, 2026
Hawai‘i surfing community comes together for Kona low storm relief
Christian ShimabukuApril 03, 2026
Food & Dining
View allHonolulu named one of the best U.S. cities for coffee
Stephanie SalmonsApril 09, 2026
Kooks Coffee opens second location in Kakaʻako
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 09, 2026
Alan Wong’s Restaurant officially opens at The Kāhala Hotel & Resort
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 08, 2026
La Birria opens new brick-and-mortar restaurant
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 08, 2026
Chef Jason Peel is launching a new weekend omakase
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 07, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allHawaiʻi Opera Theatre presents world premiere of new opera
Katie HellandApril 09, 2026
Merrie Monarch, steel guitar and Ziggy Marley: Friday, April 10, to Sunday, April 12
Katie HellandApril 08, 2026
Benefit concert with Jason Momoa, Jack Johnson, Kolohe Kai, The Green and more
Katie HellandApril 07, 2026
Symphony sets sail with ode to Hōkūleʻa
Katie HellandApril 07, 2026
How to watch Merrie Monarch
Katie HellandApril 04, 2026
Sports
View all'Masters Weekend' promotion celebrates Hawai‘i's love of baseball and golf
Christian ShimabukuApril 09, 2026
Hawai‘i Athletics makes final appearance at legislative hearing before 2026-2027 decision
Christian ShimabukuApril 08, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH beach volleyball set for senior weekend
Christian ShimabukuApril 07, 2026
No. 6 Hawai‘i water polo earns Big West regular season title in dominant senior night victory
Christian ShimabukuApril 04, 2026
Hawai‘i surfing community comes together for Kona low storm relief
Christian ShimabukuApril 03, 2026