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This biz showcases authentic paella

This biz showcases authentic paella

Santi's Paella, which officially opened last year, is known for its paella, which is always cooked fresh on-site. Customers can find Santi’s Paella at farmers markets and events across Oʻahu.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026

'Archives change lives': Archives Month kicks off this week

'Archives change lives': Archives Month kicks off this week

The Hawaiʻi State Archive kicks off American Archives Month on Thursday with a five-week long virtual program about Waikīkī. Aloha State Daily sat down with State Archivist Adam Jansen to learn more.

Haley LehmanSeptember 29, 2026

The Hawaiʻi GOP’s real problem isn’t its platform

The Hawaiʻi GOP’s real problem isn’t its platform

Today, a party that runs on “faith, family, freedom” has a lieutenant governor candidate who traces mankind to the kalo plant. ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa on why civic renewal in Hawaiʻi starts with what we worship, and why the greatest Hawaiian statesman — Kamehameha III (Kauikeaouli) — is the proof.

Sterling HigaSeptember 29, 2026

HPD seeking photographs following Kailua shooting

HPD seeking photographs following Kailua shooting

Photos, videos of Kailua Fall Festival could help identify alleged shooter.

Michael BrestovanskySeptember 29, 2026

Rainbow Drive-In is celebrating 65 years with $6.50 chili plates

Rainbow Drive-In is celebrating 65 years with $6.50 chili plates

The eatery is offered discounted chili plates on Friday, Oct. 2, all day at its Kapahulu location and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its Pearlridge Center location. Customers will also have the chance to win prize giveaways and meet Rainbow Drive-In third generation owner Chris Iwamura. The business’s 65th anniversary shirts will also be for sale starting that day at its Kapahulu location and online.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 29, 2026

The Kini Room is open in this redesigned Waikīkī resort

The Kini Room is open in this redesigned Waikīkī resort

The Kini Room is the new signature restaurant at renovated Ka La‘i Waikīkī Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts. The 86-seat open-air space features a refined dining experience inspired by global culinary traditions and modern Hawaiʻi. Customer favorites so far include the lemongrass lamb shank, double rainbow roll, and Kini Kini Pie — along with the eatery’s daily sunset happy hour.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 28, 2026

HCAN rings in 30 years with fundraiser, renewed future plans

HCAN rings in 30 years with fundraiser, renewed future plans

Hawaiʻi Children's Action Network turns 30 this year and recently celebrated champions for children in the community and its work to provide local keiki and families what they need to succeed in the Islands at a decades-themed fundraising gala. At the event, HCAN Executive Director John-Paul Chaisson-Cárdenas also shared the organization’s path forward into the next decade.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 28, 2026

Brown Butter Delights is a new porch bakery

Brown Butter Delights is a new porch bakery

Business owner Kristy Caldwell has always loved baking, and started Brown Butter Delights in 2024. Her goal was to create familiar treats, but to use brown butter to give them “something extra.”

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 28, 2026

Third Hui Kapili cohort launches

Third Hui Kapili cohort launches

Hui Kapili began in 2024 and works to address the state's construction labor shortage and foster sustainable growth in the industry. The 11 companies selected for the third cohort represent a range of construction-related specialties across the Islands.

Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 28, 2026

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