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Hawai‘i women's volleyball hits the road for Las Vegas trip
The Rainbow Wahine will play three matches in as many days at the Lucky Aces Women's Volleyball Invitational, beginning on Friday against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 18, 2026

West Maui nonprofit rallies to raise funds after hit from hurricanes Lala and Lowell
Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, which provides local youth free ocean-based education and mentorship, needs to raise $18,000 following the recent storms to repair a damaged classroom before the arrival of its fall school groups in the coming weeks. Here’s how to help.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 18, 2026

Aloha Tofu Factory is offering $1 tofu for Aloha Tofu Day
While Aloha Tofu Day is technically on Oct. 2, the family-run tofu business is celebrating on Oct. 1. Customers can get $1 tofu from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on that Thursday only; online pre-orders will also be accepted.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2026

This $36M sale is the highest residential sale in Hualālai Resort history
The house last sold for $25 million in 2015 to former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 18, 2026

Hamada: The good and bad of where Hawai‘i ranks
You can compare Hawai‘i against other states an infinite number of ways. ASD opinion columnist Rick Hamada takes a look at where we rock and where we, well, most definitely do not rock.
Rick HamadaSeptember 18, 2026

Cino is starting weekend brunch in Kakaʻako
The Ward Village restaurant, known for its Italian specialties and seafood, is starting weekend brunch on Sept. 19. Brunch will be every weekend from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the menu features some of the restaurant’s most popular dishes. A keiki menu is also available.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 17, 2026

Pacific Media Group launches 'Culture'
CULTURE by Pacific Media Group offers up local podcasts, social media shorts, YouTube shows and documentaries, bringing new media platforms together with legacy media.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 17, 2026

Hawai‘i Pacific University adds surfing team to athletics department
The Sharks will become the first college in the state to have an official surfing team.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 17, 2026

Community Voices: The widespread implications of the demographic cliff for Hawai’i
HPU Provost and Senior Vice President Alan Shoho believes the demographic enrollment cliff is here. The question remains: what will Hawai’i do to mitigate its adverse effects and ensure a softer landing? Shoho shares why this is worrisome for local leaders, and how taking notes from other states could help.
Alan ShohoSeptember 17, 2026
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Daily Smile: Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026

Hawaiian Humane Society volunteer finds 'true purpose' helping animals

Daily Smile: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026
Food & Dining
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Choco leʻa is celebrating its 12th birthday
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2026
Taste of Ward is back Sept. 16 to 30
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2026
Jessica’s Restaurant is now open in Kapolei
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 15, 2026
Neighbors is a new bakeshop pop-up in Honolulu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 15, 2026
At Lahaina bakery Papi's ‘Ohana, every pastry is a blessing
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 15, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Hawaiian History Month: A Month to Remember, A Year to Celebrate
Ka Wai Ola StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Buckle up, cellos! HSO heads to Maui
Katie HellandSeptember 17, 2026
Hollywood ponders movie remake of “Hawai‘i Five-0” directed by Ha‘ikū helmer Destin Daniel Cretton
Ed RampellSeptember 16, 2026
Hoʻolauleʻa, Mid-Autumn Festival, and more: Your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu
Katie HellandSeptember 16, 2026
This week only: CANstuction sculptures on display in Downtown Honolulu
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 15, 2026
Sports
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Saint Louis football makes coaching change
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 15, 2026
Late gamble pays off as Hawai‘i football earns first victory of 2026 season
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 13, 2026
2026 NFL season kicks off for Hawai‘i's best
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 12, 2026
WWE to hold tryouts prior to October live shows
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 12, 2026
Great Aloha Run returns with new, temporary route
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 11, 2026