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And the Nā Hōkū Hanohano finalists are…

And the Nā Hōkū Hanohano finalists are…

The Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts has released the list of finalists for its prestigious Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards. Nominees were selected for each of almost 30 categories. Awards include Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Female Vocalist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and more.

Katie HellandMay 15, 2026

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue aims for record year

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue aims for record year

April was a record month for the Hawai‘i-based chain which has opened 13 new locations this year, including six in April alone. CEO Elisia Flores says the chain expects to open even more before 2026 ends.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 15, 2026

Mākaha waterman receives lifetime achievement award

Mākaha waterman receives lifetime achievement award

Brian Keaulana got his start in the movie industry as a stuntman. Recently, the waterman was a producer for Apple TV’s “Chief of War,” which stars his cousin, Jason Momoa, and Fox’s “Rescue: HI-Surf.” Keaulana reflects on the ocean, plus opportunities for youth to grow into careers in the film industry, where he has worked for more than three decades.

Katie HellandMay 15, 2026

Honolulu to consider landfill alternatives

Honolulu to consider landfill alternatives

Honolulu City Council passes resolution forming "End Landfills Task Force"

Michael BrestovanskyMay 15, 2026

'Play with a purpose' at this kids gym in Honolulu

'Play with a purpose' at this kids gym in Honolulu

Owner of We Rock the Spectrum Honolulu John Ross shares the intention behind his first venture inspired by his son with autism and the families who are navigating a similar path. He describes it as "a place where every child, neurotypical or not, is genuinely celebrated."

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 15, 2026

Reckoning With George Ariyoshi’s Hawai‘i

Reckoning With George Ariyoshi’s Hawai‘i

ASD political history columnist Perry Arrasmith takes a deep dive into the career, accomplishments and legacy of the late Gov. George Ariyoshi. His last year in office was 1986 but, as Arrasmith explains, the social and political tensions Ariyoshi navigated remain with us to this day.

Perry ArrasmithMay 15, 2026

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