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Hamada: Why I'm happily celebrating the Fourth of July

Hamada: Why I'm happily celebrating the Fourth of July

ASD opinion columnist Rick Hamada remembers firsthand the tumultuous year of 1968 — and how Americans nevertheless united to celebrate the Fourth of July. He's keeping that spirit alive this year, even if some people seem determined to sit the party out.

Rick HamadaJuly 01, 2026

Moanalua’s Haunting History

Moanalua’s Haunting History

If an old Hawaiian woman asks you to cut a cord for her in Moanalua Valley, be very, very careful what you do next. That's just once of the eerie tales of this part of O‘ahu where many battles have raged, from the invasion of Kahekili from Maui to the dispute over the route of H3.

Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiJuly 01, 2026

Aloha Tower at 100 years old: Part 1

Aloha Tower at 100 years old: Part 1

A hundred years ago, Aloha Tower was built as an intentional landmark for the bustling harbor where all visitors to O‘ahu arrived, and that plan worked, as it quickly became synonymous with Hawai‘i itself. In part one of our look back at the tower's history, ASD history columnist DeSoto Brown takes us from the creation of the tower to just after WWII.

DeSoto BrownJuly 01, 2026

25 things to do on Oʻahu to celebrate the semiquincentennial

25 things to do on Oʻahu to celebrate the semiquincentennial

Looking for ways to celebrate 250 years of the United States being a nation? Aloha State Daily has compiled a list of events happening for the semiquincentennial. From ʻEwa Beach to Waimānalo, here are some of the events happening across the Island this weekend.

Katie HellandJuly 01, 2026

Pilot program aims to support North Shore businesses affected by Kona Low storms

Pilot program aims to support North Shore businesses affected by Kona Low storms

Hawaiian Council, in partnership with the Hawai‘i Visitors & Convention Bureau, E Noa Tours and Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, this week launched North Shore Huaka‘i, connecting visitors and kama‘āina to businesses in Hale‘iwa and Waialua.

Stephanie SalmonsJuly 01, 2026

Community Voices: When licensing goes too far

Community Voices: When licensing goes too far

Highlights from Grassroot’s annual legislative wrap-up visits, including how a hair braider in Hawaiʻi got their license to open a small business.

Keliʻi AkinaJune 30, 2026

Arancino on Beachwalk has a new happy hour

Arancino on Beachwalk has a new happy hour

The popular Italian restaurant’s new happy hour menu is exclusive to this location. It launches July 1 and will be available daily from 4 to 5 p.m. Customers can enjoy dishes like gnocchi with gorgonzola, lobster bisque, mortadella paninis and more.

Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 30, 2026

After over a decade in the NFL, Marcus Mariota continues to share his gift

After over a decade in the NFL, Marcus Mariota continues to share his gift

On Monday, Mariota's Motiv8 Foundation held its 10th annual golf tournament, a key fundraiser for the organization's mission in supporting local communities, underserved youth and homeless populations, among other initiatives.

Christian ShimabukuJune 30, 2026

No contested case for tow woes at Ala Wai

No contested case for tow woes at Ala Wai

Despite complaints over tow-happy parking enforcement at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, a contested case hearing will not be going forward.

Michael BrestovanskyJune 30, 2026

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