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ʻThe Book of Mormonʻ and more headed for Honolulu
The Neal S. Blaisdell Concert Hall will be alive with music from Broadway in Hawaiʻi in 2026 and 2027. The group has announced its next season, and tickets are now available.
Katie HellandMarch 30, 2026

The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: No. 6 Hawai‘i water polo closes out home slate
The Rainbow Wahine will close out their home slate on Friday evening against Cal State Fullerton.
Christian ShimabukuMarch 30, 2026

Community Voices: The Legislature found $150 million. So where’s our tax relief?
Gov. Josh Green kicked off this year’s session claiming the state’s budget crunch is so bad that it justifies “pausing” the phase-in of the historic income tax cuts he signed into law in 2024. If that’s true, why has the Legislature put forth a budget that blows past his suggested spending by more than $195 million?
Keliʻi AkinaMarch 30, 2026

The buzz: Hawai‘i Beekeeper Legacy Project open on Hawai‘i Island
You'll find the exhibit at the Anna Ranch Heritage Center, 65-1480 Kawaihae Road in Waimea, through May 30. The exhibit was previously housed at the Kona Historical Society, where it welcomed more than 2,000 visitors and 250 students.
Stephanie SalmonsMarch 28, 2026

Behind-the-scenes with Takehiro Hira on Apple TV+’s “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters”
The Emmy-nominated actor, who calls Oʻahu home, shares how a poignant scene in “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters” came together, as well as his favorite food to eat after being away from home.
Katie HellandMarch 27, 2026

Hawai‘i's celebrity politicians
From Duke Kahanamoku to Herman Wedemeyer to Augie Tulba, there have been local celebrities who have added one more role to resume — politician. ASD columnist Perry Arrasmith walks us through the legends.
Perry ArrasmithMarch 27, 2026

NFL standout Nick Herbig hosts hometown camp
Through HerbieGives, a nonprofit organization founded by Herbig in 2023, multiple charitable events have been held on his home island over the years.
Christian ShimabukuMarch 27, 2026

Bill prohibiting corporate political donations nearing the finish line
A bill limiting a corporation's ability to make political donations has passed all but one committee in the state Legislature.
Michael BrestovanskyMarch 27, 2026

Waimānalo Country Farms asks visitors to return this summer
The farm known for its sunflower fields and fresh corn, as well as lemonade and pumpkins, was hard hit by the recent Kona Low storms and lost its spring harvest. But Shawn Kadooka wants people to give to those who lost homes and says they can support the farm later by visiting when it opens this summer.
Katie HellandMarch 27, 2026
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Daily Smile: Monday, March 30, 2026

"This looks remarkably like a little cloud spirit looking back at you! It's peeking out behind the Lychee's tree in my backyard, here in Hilo on Hawaiʻi Island."

Daily Smile: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Food & Dining
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House of Sakura pop-up opens in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 26, 2026
Budget Bites: Zippy’s $10.99 Korean fried chicken and chili plate
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 25, 2026
New taco carousels in Hawaiʻi Kai
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 24, 2026
Jamba Hawaiʻi is offering $2 lychee smoothies
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 24, 2026
New Vietnamese café open in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMarch 23, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Kōkua Waialua, FoodieCon, and more: What to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandMarch 25, 2026
Island vibes at the heart of Kelandy’s new single
Katie HellandMarch 21, 2026
Chuck Norris dies
Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026
Honolulu Festival adapts to weather
Katie HellandMarch 20, 2026
Movies, yoga with baby goats, and more: what to do on Oʻahu this weekend
Katie HellandMarch 19, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i softball coach Panita Thanatharn reflects on series win over her alma mater
Christian ShimabukuMarch 26, 2026
Hawaiʻi football enters crucial second phase of offseason
Christian ShimabukuMarch 25, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: UH baseball returns home after extended road trip
Christian ShimabukuMarch 23, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball emerges as Big West favorite after series sweep at Long Beach State
Christian ShimabukuMarch 22, 2026
Aloha Stadium marches towards 2029 completion
Christian ShimabukuMarch 21, 2026