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CONGRESS WATCH: Metals and medals
Congress ends a quiet week with a mining bill and three Medals of Honor.
Michael BrestovanskyFebruary 07, 2026
Community Voices: Beyond the poverty line: Why income alone doesn't tell Hawaiʻi's economic story
Several states and regions have created multidimensional poverty measures tailored to their specific contexts. Hawaiʻi could do the same.
Corey IdleburgFebruary 07, 2026
Kaimukī sandwich shop named best in Hawai‘i on new 50 Best list
The newest 50 Best list from Only in Your State — devoted to the 50 Best Sandwich Shops Across the U.S. — has declared its winner.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 07, 2026
Where to eat on Valentine’s Day – part 3
From prix fixe menus and specials to limited-time desserts, we’ve got your Feb. 14 covered.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 06, 2026
Local floral designer presents the ‘Spirit of Aloha’ on global stage
Sue Tabbal-Yamaguchi, who owns Kakaʻako-based business SU‑V Expressions, set out to share "the aloha spirit through flowers" at IPM Essen 2026, the world’s largest trade fair for horticulture in Germany.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 06, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific University receives $10M grant
The grant will allow HPU to fully fund the tuition for health care professional students who commit to working and caring for patients in rural Hawai‘i for five years after graduating.
Stephanie SalmonsFebruary 06, 2026
What to know about Kimié Miner’s new music
Catch the Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winning singer and songwriter as she performs some of her new music, including “Kuʻu Hawaiʻi” her first original mele Hawaiʻi, or song written entirely in ‘Ōlelo Hawaiʻi. The performance at ʻAlohilani Resort Waikīkī Beach celebrates Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi, or Hawaiian Language Month.
Katie HellandFebruary 06, 2026
Mid-Pacific's Isiah Kiner-Falefa to sign with Boston Red Sox
Kiner-Falefa will play with his fifth MLB team in 2026.
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 06, 2026
Alan Wong’s Kāhala restaurant is opening March 25
Hoku’s at The Kāhala’s last dinner service is Feb. 20. Alan Wong’s Kāhala Hotel & Resort will open to the general public on April 8; guests who book The Kāhala Hotel & Resort’s Legacy of Aloha package can secure early access to experience the new restaurant.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 06, 2026
Food & Dining
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This Japanese-style hamburger steak spot now has curry
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 05, 2026
Inari Factory brings back $1.50 deals
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 05, 2026
Grill N’ Eats specializes in smashburgers with ube buns
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 04, 2026
Budget Bites: Up Roll Café’s $10 poke bowls
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 04, 2026
Café Miro Kaimukī has a new a la carte menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 03, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Where to go for Valentine’s Day on Oʻahu
Katie HellandFebruary 05, 2026
Your guide to the weekend: 'Moana 2,' Kimié Miner and more
Katie HellandFebruary 04, 2026
Love to eat poi? This contest could be for you
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 04, 2026
How to get discounted tickets for this Honolulu museum
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 03, 2026
Chef from Honolulu competes in cooking show
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 02, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i softball set to officially begin Panita Thanatharn era
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 05, 2026
Hawai‘i football begins spring practices, staying with strategy to take the field early
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 04, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball set to begin 2026 season
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 02, 2026
Beeman's Big Bash obliges lively crowd from start to finish
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's basketball enters Beeman's Big Bash with serious momentum
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 31, 2026
Food & Dining
View allThis Japanese-style hamburger steak spot now has curry
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 05, 2026
Inari Factory brings back $1.50 deals
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 05, 2026
Grill N’ Eats specializes in smashburgers with ube buns
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 04, 2026
Budget Bites: Up Roll Café’s $10 poke bowls
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 04, 2026
Café Miro Kaimukī has a new a la carte menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaFebruary 03, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allWhere to go for Valentine’s Day on Oʻahu
Katie HellandFebruary 05, 2026
Your guide to the weekend: 'Moana 2,' Kimié Miner and more
Katie HellandFebruary 04, 2026
Love to eat poi? This contest could be for you
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 04, 2026
How to get discounted tickets for this Honolulu museum
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 03, 2026
Chef from Honolulu competes in cooking show
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosFebruary 02, 2026
Sports
View allHawai‘i softball set to officially begin Panita Thanatharn era
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 05, 2026
Hawai‘i football begins spring practices, staying with strategy to take the field early
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 04, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH softball set to begin 2026 season
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 02, 2026
Beeman's Big Bash obliges lively crowd from start to finish
Christian ShimabukuFebruary 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's basketball enters Beeman's Big Bash with serious momentum
Christian ShimabukuJanuary 31, 2026