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Loan program launched for condominium associations
The Condominium Association Loan Program provides direct loans to Associations of Apartment Owners, or AOAOs.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 13, 2026
Hawai‘i baseball enters final Big West series aiming to clinch spot in conference tournament
The Rainbow Warriors need to win one of their three home games against CSUN this week in order to clinch a spot in next week's Big West tournament.
Christian ShimabukuMay 13, 2026
Chef Jason Yamaguchi is the new consulting chef at Ki Club
Yamaguchi — who also owns Konpa, located in Southern California — is bringing Japanese-Peruvian cuisine to the Honolulu eatery. The new menu highlights Nikkei-style dishes ranging from ‘ahi nigiri and lomo saltado to mushroom ceviche.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 12, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball wins national championship match over UC Irvine
After a slow start, the Rainbow Warriors won their third national championship of the decade and first since 2022.
Christian ShimabukuMay 12, 2026
Uncles and Aunties: Ron Montgomery, finds 'thrill' repairing planes
Ron Montgomery served in the Navy for 28 years as an aircraft mechanic and air crewman, and shortly after worked a 25-year career with Hawaiian Airlines. Now, you can find him volunteering to restore a variety of vintage planes, mostly World War II-era, at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum. On May 23, the museum will hold a community event, themed Armed Forces Appreciation.
Cheryl Chee TsutsumiMay 12, 2026
Earning the right to teach
Fame is not the same as mastery, says ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa, as he contemplates the careers of Kamohai and Tristyn Kalama, stars of "Renovation Aloha." The duo was in trouble again recently, this time for having run two illegal short-term rentals.
Sterling HigaMay 12, 2026
Zippy's, Hawaiian Island Creations collab launches this month
The new collection that celebrates the Surf Pac, surfing and the "long-standing relationship between the two." It includes a T-shirt, towel and decals.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 12, 2026
Community Voices: Follow the yellow brick road
Stay tuned for further news on the bills advancing toward the Land of Oz.
Tom YamachikaMay 11, 2026
Molokaʻi-based nail art business owner's tips for design
Līhau Willing, founder of Hawaiʻi-born brand Iwi Nails, talks about the evolution of her business since 2021.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 11, 2026
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Daily Smile: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
"This particular morning was a special one for me and my mom. We were spending time together, and it had been a long, long time since just the two of us sat down, had coffee, and watched a sunrise. We are both older now, and as an only child, we found ourselves reminiscing about things we had not talked about in quite a while. Watching the sunrise felt like more than just the start of a new day. It felt like a new beginning. It was a quiet moment in time where a mother and son could simply enjoy the stillness, the peace, and the beauty of being together at home."
Daily Smile: Monday, May 11, 2026
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AYCE wagyu shabu shabu spot opens in Kapahulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 11, 2026
53 By The Sea has a new chef and tasting menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 11, 2026
Zippy's to open newest Las Vegas location
Stephanie SalmonsMay 09, 2026
Mai Tais & Burgers to Malama campaign runs through May
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 09, 2026
Thirty Eight launches a new happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 08, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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New legislation increases tax credits for Hawaiʻi productions
Katie HellandMay 09, 2026
Native Hawaiian author makes debut as novelist this month
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 08, 2026
7 things to do for Memorial Day 2026
Katie HellandMay 08, 2026
Why these volunteers return to Memorial Day lantern floating ceremony
Katie HellandMay 07, 2026
Keep it Aloha Events brings together Pokémon card collectors and community
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 06, 2026
Sports
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The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: HHSAA wraps up state championships
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Mililani breaks through to win first HHSAA baseball title
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Shakas up: Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to national championship with victory over rival Long Beach State
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Hawai‘i softball eliminated from Big West tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Legendary coaches Pete Carroll and Mack Brown to lead teams in 2027 Polynesian Bowl
Christian ShimabukuMay 09, 2026
Food & Dining
View allAYCE wagyu shabu shabu spot opens in Kapahulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 11, 2026
53 By The Sea has a new chef and tasting menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 11, 2026
Zippy's to open newest Las Vegas location
Stephanie SalmonsMay 09, 2026
Mai Tais & Burgers to Malama campaign runs through May
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 09, 2026
Thirty Eight launches a new happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 08, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allNew legislation increases tax credits for Hawaiʻi productions
Katie HellandMay 09, 2026
Native Hawaiian author makes debut as novelist this month
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 08, 2026
7 things to do for Memorial Day 2026
Katie HellandMay 08, 2026
Why these volunteers return to Memorial Day lantern floating ceremony
Katie HellandMay 07, 2026
Keep it Aloha Events brings together Pokémon card collectors and community
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 06, 2026
Sports
View allThe week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: HHSAA wraps up state championships
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Mililani breaks through to win first HHSAA baseball title
Christian ShimabukuMay 11, 2026
Shakas up: Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to national championship with victory over rival Long Beach State
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Hawai‘i softball eliminated from Big West tournament
Christian ShimabukuMay 10, 2026
Legendary coaches Pete Carroll and Mack Brown to lead teams in 2027 Polynesian Bowl
Christian ShimabukuMay 09, 2026