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Maui County review recommends total 'reform' of volunteer boards
The Maui County Cost of Government Commission found systemic dysfunction throughout 15 of the county's volunteer boards and commissions.
Michael BrestovanskyJune 13, 2026

Your guide to Father’s Day 2026: laugh, eat, fish
Ready to make Father’s Day plans? From fishing to eating, Aloha State Daily has your guide for how to celebrate on Oʻahu.
Katie HellandJune 13, 2026

Nonprofit aims to scale programs to serve more ʻohana
Family Promise of Hawaiʻi Executive Director Ryan Catalani discusses findings from the most recent Point in Time Count and how the organization serving families on Oʻahu and Maui plans to be part of the solution to end homelessness.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 12, 2026

Coming soon, for six years
Maui County promised a new zoning code on a six-year timeline, notes ASD opinion columnist Sterling Higa. The six years are up, the website says “coming soon,” and the County is calling for a fresh start.
Sterling HigaJune 12, 2026

West O‘ahu landfill no longer in the works
Makaiwa Hills landfill goes unfunded in county capital improvement budget.
Michael BrestovanskyJune 12, 2026

Dancer in diaspora brings art home to Oʻahu
Wehiwehi is an artist residency program that is bringing six Kanaka Maoli artists from Hawaiʻi and the Mainland together to collaborate on hula, mele, modern dance, theater and more. These artists will share their work in showcases at Shangri La and the Bishop Museum in June. Kealoha Ferreira is one of the artists living in the diaspora, who will return to Oʻahu this month to participate in the program.
Katie HellandJune 12, 2026

For sale: Queen Theater in Kaimukī
Originally constructed in 1936, the long-shuttered 12,497-square-foot theater sits on a 10,396-square foot parcel at 3588 Wai‘alae Ave.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 11, 2026

Coffee Cruiser offers lattes and stuffed croissants in West Oʻahu
The business sells coffees and matchas out of its 1973 VW bus. The business usually pops up at Laulani Community Park in ‘Ewa Beach, and partners with other local businesses, like Lyman Lattes, to offer baked goods with its beverages.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 11, 2026

Pipikaula Corner: Aloha, Stadium!
ASD Editor in Chief A. Kam Napier bids a personal, Gen X farewell to Aloha Stadium after watching some of the demolition firsthand. Anyone else remember The Police playing in ’84? This column is for you!
A. Kam NapierJune 11, 2026
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Daily Smile: Friday, June 12, 2026

"Good morning, this picture doesn’t do justice to colors of this rainbow. It felt amazing, it was so big! Beautiful start to Aloha Friday!"

Daily Smile: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Food & Dining
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Biryani King serves Punjabi-style soul food
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 10, 2026
Choco leʻa launches summer specials
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 10, 2026
The Corndog Company of Hawaiʻi offers savory, hand-dipped treats
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 10, 2026
The Well Kailua just launched a new summer menu
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 10, 2026
Uncles and Aunties: The Logan ʻohana serve up sweet treats
Cheryl Chee TsutsumiJune 10, 2026
Arts & Entertainment
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Pan-Pacific Festival returns to Waikīkī
Katie HellandJune 11, 2026
Award-winning food and travel series stops in Hawaiʻi
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 11, 2026
King Kamehameha Day, High Watah and hula: your guide to the weekend
Katie HellandJune 10, 2026
Hawaiʻi 4-H livestock events teach youth real-life skills
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 08, 2026
'America’s Got Talent' has Hawaiʻi contestants
Katie HellandJune 08, 2026
Sports
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UH Mānoa Athletics get $5M for NIL opportunities
Stephanie SalmonsJune 10, 2026
Pipikaula Corner: UH athletics and the race for dollars
A. Kam NapierJune 03, 2026
Pālolo proud: Jayden Maiava doesn't shy away from his roots along football journey
Christian ShimabukuMay 26, 2026
HHSAA reveals Hall of Honor Class of 2026
Christian ShimabukuMay 25, 2026
Darren Matsuda out as Punahou boys basketball coach
Christian ShimabukuMay 23, 2026