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River of Life Mission expands homeless ministry

River of Life Mission expands homeless ministry

Over the summer, Aloha State Daily visited one of the nonprofit's weekly hub sites in Waikīkī, where guests were treated to haircuts, showers and meals thanks to combined efforts of various church members and community organizations. We talked with leadership about what they've been working on and toward, in light of this year's Point in Time Count findings.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 20, 2026

Miss Kimchi Korean Barbecue is now open in ʻEwa Beach

Miss Kimchi Korean Barbecue is now open in ʻEwa Beach

The local-style Korean plate lunch spot is open in the former place of Elim Korean Barbeque. Choose from popular plates like Mama’s special, kalbi plate and seafood special.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 19, 2026

U-Kitchen opens a new bento and musubi cafe

U-Kitchen opens a new bento and musubi cafe

The business, whose original location is in Kalihi, just opened a third location on Young Street in the former J-Shop space. The business’s Downtown Honolulu store has been temporarily closed since July 23, according to U-Kitchen owner Yudai Fukuda.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 19, 2026

Hamada: Lack of investment in infrastructure taking a toll

Hamada: Lack of investment in infrastructure taking a toll

This state has never had a money problem, it's had a problem setting priorities to deliver the basics and we pay the price every time a storm strains the system.

Rick HamadaAugust 19, 2026

Among the Graves at Kawaiaha‘o

Among the Graves at Kawaiaha‘o

Nearly 200 years ago, American missionaries at Kawaiaha‘o Church introduced the Western practice of graveyards with tombstones. While the living carry on with church services and wedding receptions and happy occasions, grief seems to bind some spirits to the graveyard — unhappy souls who make their presence known.

Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiAugust 19, 2026

New UH women's volleyball assistant coach Kolby Kanetake embraces new challenge at alma mater

New UH women's volleyball assistant coach Kolby Kanetake embraces new challenge at alma mater

During Monday night's exhibition match, Kanetake coached against his former team, Chaminade. He was the associate head coach for the Silverswords until UH came calling.

Christian ShimabukuAugust 19, 2026

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