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Mosa! opens late-night spot in Kakaʻako
The business, known for its ice cream desserts with a shaven peanut brittle topping, just opened its third location in SALT At Our Kakaʻako. This store is open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight, and includes brand-new menu items like matcha and coffee.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 24, 2026

2026 disasters cost the state $1 billion and counting
Two hurricanes so far, two Kona Lows and an earthquake cost than $600 million in recovery funds and another $300 million for future mitigation projects.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 24, 2026

Pritchett Cartoon: Trojan Panda
And this time, we're not talking about the mayor!
John PritchettSeptember 24, 2026

20 questions: Oʻahu voters to decide on updating the City’s charter in November
City and County of Honolulu voters will vote on 20 questions proposed to amend the city’s governing document in the November general election. Here’s a look at what’s on the ballot and how the process works.
Haley LehmanSeptember 24, 2026

Pipikaula Corner: Bowfin leads the way
In Pearl Harbor, the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum is celebrating its 45th anniversary with the debut of $4 million worth of new exhibits. This comes just five years after a $20-million overhaul of the entire museum to bring it into the 21st century. ASD Editor in Chief A. Kam Napier explains why this is possible for a small, historic ship nonprofit.
A. Kam NapierSeptember 24, 2026

Mana Up showcase will highlight Hawai‘i entrepreneurs
Eleven businesses selected to be part of Mana Up's Cohort 11 will be introduced during a television broadcast and livestream that premiers on Sunday Oct. 18. An in-person marketplace will follow from Nov. 5 at Bloomingdale’s in Ala Moana Center.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 24, 2026
Aloha Council camp on Kauaʻi damaged by Hurricane Lowell
Aloha Council CEO and Scout Executive Blake Parsons says Camp Alan Faye on the Garden Isle will be “closed for the foreseeable future.” Meanwhile, the nonprofit has partnered with local government agencies, businesses and community volunteers to clear debris and begin the remediation process. Here’s how folks can support recovery efforts and its broader Scouting mission.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 24, 2026

Kingdom Market Hawaiʻi launches first Christian market this Saturday
The market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Sept. 26 in Kapolei; the event is free to attend and features more than 45 vendors. Attendees can look forward to food, live worship, kids’ activities, and interacting with a variety of local businesses.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026

Izakaya Lala is opening in Honolulu
Located above Totoya on Piʻikoi Street, the new eatery features Fukuoka-style maki kushi — or grilled pork-wrapped skewers — oden, and an extensive sake selection. The restaurant’s name is inspired by the Japanese kanji for “enjoy.”
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026
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Daily Smile: Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026

"Going for a casual walk in ʻEwa Beach and stopping to enjoy a spectacular sunset. "

Daily Smile: Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026
Food & Dining
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Flavors of Waikīkī Restaurant Week is coming in October
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026
Nobu Grand Wailea celebrates one-year anniversary
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 23, 2026
Sushi Sky is a new omakase with an 'entertainment sushi' experience
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 21, 2026
Blue Bird Kauaʻi reopens in Līhu‘e
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 21, 2026
Podmore has a $20 exclusive burger combo for takeout only
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 20, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Catch Aloha Festivals’ floral parade, films and snails: what to do on Oʻahu
Katie HellandSeptember 23, 2026
ʻFrom Samoa to Sinatra’ gives one-night-only performance in Honolulu
Katie HellandSeptember 22, 2026
Pacific Fashion Week unites Islanders through culture and design
Haley LehmanSeptember 19, 2026
Aloha Festivals celebrates 80 years
Katie HellandSeptember 19, 2026
Ballet Hawaiʻi is featuring a bespoke ballet performance at Noe
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2026
Sports
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OHCRA cancels 2026 Na Wahine O Ke Kai
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 23, 2026
Former Kahuku coach Sterling Carvalho aims to lead American Samoa to historic Olympic bid
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 22, 2026
Peekaboo celebration reminds UH receiver Tama Uiliata of his daughters
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 19, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball hits the road for Las Vegas trip
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 18, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific University adds surfing team to athletics department
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 17, 2026