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Master featherworker shares kuleana as consultant for 'Chief of War'
Feather cloaks, capes, helmets and lei are featured throughout the Apple TV miniseries “Chief of War.” Aloha State Daily speaks with Kumu Hulu Nui Rick Makanaaloha Kia'imeaokekanaka San Nicolas, a master featherworker who helped the show's costume department develop pieces that could be worn by actors and actresses in a variety of scenes, including battles.
Katie HellandMay 05, 2026
Community Voices: More on the Menehune
Famous to this day are the Menehune's wondrous works: Kīkī-a-Ola irrigation canal of Waimea; the koa forest and home of Hālau-a-Ola; the walkway through Alakaʻi, Kīpapa-a-Ola; and, this wondrous work, ʻAlekoko Fishpond, also called the “Menehune Fishpond.”
Kalani AkanaMay 05, 2026
Ala Moana Center nominated for 10Best list
Several other Hawai‘i businesses are also up for spots on various other 10Best lists.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 05, 2026
This popular brunch spot has new dishes
Guieb Café — known for dishes like ube mascarpone pancakes, ube haupia French toast and prime rib loco moco — just added new dishes to its menu. New items are available at all Hawaiʻi locations; options range from strawberry red velvet waffles to Dubai waffles and a 12-ounce Korean rib-eye.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 04, 2026
The week ahead in Hawai‘i sports: Spring state championships abound across Islands
State champions in six different high school sports across multiple divisions will be crowned this week.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball advances to NCAA Final Four with thrilling victory over USC
The Rainbow Warriors outlasted the Trojans in four sets in front of a sold-out Stan Sheriff Center crowd on Saturday night.
Christian ShimabukuMay 04, 2026
Hawai‘i men's volleyball to host USC in national quarterfinals
The Rainbow Warriors will face the Trojans at 4 p.m. on Saturday with a spot in the Final Four up for grabs.
Christian ShimabukuMay 02, 2026
Renovation of old Hilo Memorial Hospital underway
The Hawai‘i County Office of Housing and Community Development has been working on the renovation of the former hospital since 2022.
Stephanie SalmonsMay 02, 2026
'Paper Bag Plan' streams internationally
This independent film from Keʻalohi Lee Lucero, an executive producer who grew up in Kaʻaʻawa, written and directed by her husband, Anthony Lucero, is now streaming on four major platforms. Find out where you can watch the film and what viewers are saying.
Katie HellandMay 02, 2026
Food & Dining
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This hidden sushi spot has a revamped happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 02, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 4
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 01, 2026
Everbowl is soft opening second store with free acai bowls
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 30, 2026
Where to find treats for Children’s Day 2026
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 29, 2026
Grand Lānai Restaurant Week starts May 1
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Baritone Quinn Kelsey returns to stage where he started his career
Katie HellandApril 30, 2026
Punahou School grad is guest conductor for new opera
Katie HellandApril 30, 2026
Lei Day, festivals, opera, and more: Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3
Katie HellandApril 29, 2026
Lei Queen celebrates family, aloha spirit
Katie HellandApril 28, 2026
Benefit concert brings more than 7,000 people to Ko Olina
Katie HellandApril 25, 2026
Sports
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Hawai‘i Pacific baseball endures road gauntlet en route to PacWest contention
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball program carries on with heavy hearts following Robyn Ah Mow's resignation
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's head volleyball coach Robyn Ah Mow resigns
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
After embracing new coaching staff, Hawai‘i softball team emerges as serious Big West contenders
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway graces cover of EA Sports UFC 6
Christian ShimabukuApril 27, 2026
Food & Dining
View allThis hidden sushi spot has a revamped happy hour
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 02, 2026
Where to celebrate Mother’s Day – part 4
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaMay 01, 2026
Everbowl is soft opening second store with free acai bowls
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 30, 2026
Where to find treats for Children’s Day 2026
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 29, 2026
Grand Lānai Restaurant Week starts May 1
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 29, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
View allBaritone Quinn Kelsey returns to stage where he started his career
Katie HellandApril 30, 2026
Punahou School grad is guest conductor for new opera
Katie HellandApril 30, 2026
Lei Day, festivals, opera, and more: Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3
Katie HellandApril 29, 2026
Lei Queen celebrates family, aloha spirit
Katie HellandApril 28, 2026
Benefit concert brings more than 7,000 people to Ko Olina
Katie HellandApril 25, 2026
Sports
View allHawai‘i Pacific baseball endures road gauntlet en route to PacWest contention
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball program carries on with heavy hearts following Robyn Ah Mow's resignation
Christian ShimabukuMay 01, 2026
Hawai‘i women's head volleyball coach Robyn Ah Mow resigns
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
After embracing new coaching staff, Hawai‘i softball team emerges as serious Big West contenders
Christian ShimabukuApril 30, 2026
Wai‘anae's Max Holloway graces cover of EA Sports UFC 6
Christian ShimabukuApril 27, 2026