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Dine and donate to Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy on Maui this month
Hana Hou Hospitality Group’s Round-up program allows its restaurants’ patrons to round their checks up to support nonprofit efforts on the Valley Isle. This month, the company will donate proceeds to KOA, which is focused on strengthening the mental well-being of Maui keiki through connection to kai and ʻāina.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 02, 2026
Community Voices: When do judges have free speech?
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justices must follow federal interpretations of federal laws and the U.S. Constitution, but are in no way subordinate to the U.S. Supreme Court on issues of state law or the state constitution. That is part of the way our government was set up.
Tom YamachikaSeptember 01, 2026
Aliʻi Coffee Co. opens on Monsarrat Avenue
The coffee biz — which recently moved its Ward Centre store to Ala Moana Center — opened another location on Monsarrat Avenue. This location has a slightly different food menu — compared to the business’s other stores — and brought back dishes like the roast beef sandwich, brie and balsamic toast, and prosciutto pear flatbread.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 01, 2026
Diner en Blanc is celebrating its 10th Anniversary Edition
The popular outdoor garden party returns Saturday, Sept. 12 at a brand-new, secret location. This year, the event’s curated meals will be catered by Memoirs Hawaiʻi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 01, 2026
Budget Bites: $9.99 plates at Marukai
This plate lunch special is available every Wednesday in September, starting from 3 p.m. Hamburger steak is the featured plate for September; each plate includes a 10-ounce hamburger patty, rice, veggies and a brown gravy/Japanese demi-glace sauce.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 01, 2026
CU Hawai‘i opens in Pagoda Hotel
In the 648-square-foot retail space you'll find fresh grab-and-go items, customizable beverages, a ramen bar with various Korean instant ramen offerings, travel and wellness necessities, and a range of Korean and local products, according to an announcement Monday.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 01, 2026
Lazar names HPD's new deputy chiefs
Maj. Brandon Nakasato and Maj. Parker Bode are Chief David Lazar's permanent deputy chiefs after Monday announcement.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 01, 2026
Community Voices: A Denver dad carries his kūpuna with him
Timothy Lot Kamaka Kamanā grew up in Honolulu connected to music through his family's ʻukulele business, Kamaka Hawaiʻi, with dreams of becoming a professional athlete. He traveled to the Mainland for greater opportunity and now with a second keiki on the way, is hopeful to return to the ʻāina.
Megan Ulu-Lani BoyantonSeptember 01, 2026
Dolly Parton in Hawaiʻi: Photos from the Hawaiʻi State Archives
Dolly Parton, who died last week, has a number of ties to the Islands, where she once operated a restaurant and owned a home. Staff at the Hawaiʻi State Archives found some historical photos of her time on Oʻahu to share with Aloha State Daily readers.
Katie HellandSeptember 01, 2026
2026 Okinawan FEASTival is coming Sept. 7 to 21
Celebrate Okinawan-owned restaurants and businesses by enjoying specials from Sept. 7 to 21. This year, individuals can look forward to Oki-dog chimichangas, Okinawan sweet potato croquettes, pandan andagi and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 01, 2026
Community Voices: What nobody tells you before you buy a condo in Hawaiʻi
Hawaiʻi condominium prices may look manageable compared to single-family homes. The carrying costs are another story.
Corey IdleburgSeptember 01, 2026
Former news anchor Carol Lin shares memoir ahead of 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
Carol Lin, an award-winning journalist who now calls Honolulu home, wrote “When News Breaks: A Memoir of Love and War” for her daughter Chloe, who is navigating life as a young adult. Now, nearly a year since its launch, the book has created space for an online collection of personal stories from 9/11.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosAugust 31, 2026
7-Eleven Hawaiʻi launches new, Japanese-style egg salad sandwiches
The new sandwich — featuring a creamy egg salad filling between locally baked Shokupan bread — is available at 7-Eleven Hawaiʻi stores starting Sept. 1.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 31, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball shows room for growth in opening weekend for new head coach Joshua Walker
The Rainbow Wahine went 1-2 in the Hawaiian Airlines Rainbow Wahine Volleyball Classic, the first official weekend of the Walker era.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 31, 2026
Hawai‘i football loses season opener at Stanford in heartbreaking fashion
The Cardinal pulled away from the Rainbow Warriors, who were on the verge of a historic victory on multiple fronts.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 30, 2026
Hawaiʻi County lease of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach Park to end
Negotiations between the county and landowner Black Sand Beach LLC will cease Saturday without an agreement. County officials aim to "minimize the disruption" to the community, while tourism operators work to shift their itineraries.
Haley LehmanAugust 29, 2026
DAGS seeks assistance in Maui school vandalism incident
Unknown people caused "thousands" of dollars in damage at Maui High School restroom construction site.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 29, 2026
Catch Hawaiʻi-made films on the big screen at Consolidated Theatres
Films featuring Hawaiʻi directors and actors will be at movie theaters across Oʻahu starting in September. Catch the new series, curated by the Hawaiʻi International Film Festival, every other Wednesday.
Katie HellandAugust 29, 2026
JL Capital prepping for next steps in Muse Honolulu development
Demolition preparation activity at the site of the planned condominium in Honolulu's Ala Moana neighborhood is expected to begin in October and new pricing has been announced for a number of residences.
Stephanie SalmonsAugust 29, 2026
Waters out of council race after Supreme Court verdict
The Hawai‘i Supreme Court found Waters ineligible to run for reelection this year.
Michael BrestovanskyAugust 28, 2026
Q&A: Hawai‘i football offensive coordinator Anthony Arceneaux ahead of highly anticipated 2026 season
Arceneaux has been on the UH coaching staff since 2024 and was named offensive coordinator in 2025.
Christian ShimabukuAugust 28, 2026
44th annual Okinawan Festival is coming in September
This year’s festival features a modified format, due to renovations at the Hawaiʻi Convention Center. There will be no bon dance or early admission, but new this year is Prince Waikīkī’s House of Sakura pop-up that will include Okinawan-inspired dishes.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 28, 2026
Shopping carts could be banned if removed from commercial stores
Sponsored by Chair Tommy Waters, Bill 53 is a "step toward reducing avoidable cost increases, while helping keep neighborhoods across O‘ahu safe and accessible," he says.
Haley LehmanAugust 28, 2026
Chick-fil-A has new chicken & waffles sandwiches for a limited time
The sweet-and-savory sandwich — which debuted on National Waffle Day — is available at Chick-fil-A locations nationwide until Nov. 14, while supplies last. Chick-fil-A also has two new s’mores-inspired desserts.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaAugust 28, 2026