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Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani

Kimberly Agas promoted to new leadership role at Aulani

Agas, who has been general manager of the Disney resort in Ko Olina for the past decade, is now executive director, a newly created position.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 28, 2026

Hilton Grand Vacations, Honolulu Habitat work to finish Waimānalo home

Hilton Grand Vacations, Honolulu Habitat work to finish Waimānalo home

Mitch Yokoyama, general manager of Hokulani Waikīkī, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club, reflects on the rewards of volunteering with HGV Serves, a corporate social responsibility program with several community partners, including Habitat for Humanity International. Yokoyama and colleagues recently joined Honolulu Habitat on a home build project in Waimānalo. Aloha State Daily also checked in with two Honolulu Habitat employees — Shana and Feta Petelo, the mother-daughter team that works directly with local families and volunteers.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 28, 2026

West O‘ahu redevelopment breaks ground

West O‘ahu redevelopment breaks ground

A blessing ceremony was held Thursday for the redevelopment of the former Paradise Cove Lū‘au site near Ko Olina.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 27, 2026

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues Mainland expansion

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue continues Mainland expansion

The Hawai‘i-based restaurant chain has recently opened new locations in Washington and California.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 25, 2026

Honolulu launches AI training program for O‘ahu businesses, nonprofits

Honolulu launches AI training program for O‘ahu businesses, nonprofits

The city's Office of Economic Revitalization, in partnership with Māpunawai and Skilled Tomorrow, is set to launch "AI for Everyone at Work: Training Trainers to Teach Across Generations." The program aims to help organizations on the island introduce artificial intelligence "in practical, responsible and accessible ways for a multigenerational workforce."

Stephanie SalmonsMay 23, 2026

Maui eatery included on 'legendary' best-of list

Maui eatery included on 'legendary' best-of list

Only in Your State’s newest 50 Best list looks at 'Legendary Local Restaurants Across the U.S.' A popular Pā‘ia restaurant is included.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 21, 2026

Maui County looks to acquire water assets from Maui Land & Pineapple

Maui County looks to acquire water assets from Maui Land & Pineapple

The county says this move marks the first phase of a broader effort that aims to also secure other private water systems in Olowalu and Launiupoko.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 21, 2026

Jarod Hester now oversees Oʻahu’s Polynesian Cultural Center

Jarod Hester now oversees Oʻahu’s Polynesian Cultural Center

Earlier this month, Hester succeeded P. Alfred Grace as president and CEO of the cultural attraction in Lāʻie and in his role plans to prioritize people — workforce, guests and community members. Hester, who previously served as PCC's chief operating officer and chief financial officer, is originally from New Zealand and shares what initially drew his family to Hawaiʻi nearly 13 years ago, pleasant surprises in the role so far, and his vision to continue to enhance experiences at PCC.

Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosMay 18, 2026

UHERO warns higher prices to come as Iran war continues

UHERO warns higher prices to come as Iran war continues

UHERO's second quarterly forecast significantly less rosy than the first after Strait of Hormuz closure.

Michael BrestovanskyMay 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

'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

Zippy's, Hawaiian Island Creations collab launches this month

Zippy's, Hawaiian Island Creations collab launches this month

The new collection that celebrates the Surf Pac, surfing and the "long-standing relationship between the two." It includes a T-shirt, towel and decals.

Stephanie SalmonsMay 12, 2026

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