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David Earles to step down from Junior Achievement of Hawai‘i
Earles, who has called the Islands home for nearly 30 years serving in various leadership roles across the nonprofit sector, plans to move to Nevada with his family after more than four years at the helm of JAH. The organization, which provides financial literacy and entrepreneurship programs to K-12 students statewide, is looking to hire its next president and CEO. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 3.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 26, 2026
Kumu Hula Kalani Viloria heads hālau in California
Since 2023, Kumu Hula Kalani Viloria and wife Hiwa Gacutan-Viloria have operated Kapiliwaiokeao, a hālau in Southern California that offers traditional and contemporary hula classes to haumāna (students) ages 3 and older. Viloria shares more about his upbringing in dance and the Hawaiian culture, the hālau’s evolution and recent hōʻike, future goals, and more.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 26, 2026
Fusion Cafe has a limited-time burger and beer deal
The cafe — located next to Dada Spa and Salon in Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra — is offering a $20 burger and beer deal during happy hour, which is daily from 3 to 5 p.m.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 26, 2026
Looking to buy a home in Hawai‘i? Here's what you should know.
Aloha State Daily talks with Aaron Tangonan, president of the Honolulu Board of Realtors, to learn more about the home-buying process, how feasible it is to become a homeowner, what opportunities are available and more.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 26, 2026
New mural unveiling on Kauaʻi this Saturday
The Garden Island has new art, which will be unveiled to the public this weekend. The project is a collaboration between Common Ground Kauaʻi, a 63-acre regenerative farm, and Capitol Modern. The project involves 11 artists, including many who call Kauaʻi home.
Katie HellandJune 26, 2026
Warriors Don't Bully returns for sequel at Hi Fit Expo
Two anti-bullying and self-defense sessions will be held at the Hi Fit Expo at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall this weekend.
Christian ShimabukuJune 26, 2026
Kaua‘i Coffee Co. secures 15-year lease
The brand's parent company, Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, negotiated a new 15-year lease for the 3,100-acre farm on which it has been operating with property owner Brue Baukol Capital Partners. Kaua‘i Mayor Derek Kawakami shares what this means for the Garden Isle community.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 26, 2026
U.S. Supreme Court stakes Hawai‘i's 'vampire' gun law
A 2023 law prohibiting bringing concealed firearms onto private property without the owner's explicit consent has been deemed unconstitutional.
Michael BrestovanskyJune 26, 2026
BirdyGo! offers fried chicken sandwiches in Downtown Honolulu
The new concept from the Bar Leather Apron and MĀZE is located downstairs from Bar Leather Apron in Topa Financial Center. The business is in its soft opening and features fried chicken sandwiches, chicken tenders, seasoned fries and cauliflower nuggets.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 26, 2026
Inside Hunter Hayes’ new album: ʻEvergreenʻ
The singer and songwriter spoke with Aloha State Daily about his new music and upcoming performances at the Blue Note Hawaiʻi in Waikīkī, ahead of the start of a tour to promote his new album. Catch him in Honolulu on Sunday, June 28, and Tuesday, June 30.
Katie HellandJune 26, 2026
What's new at Ala Moana Center
The shopping center has welcomed a number of new tenants with more coming soon.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 25, 2026
GoFundMe warns new Hawaiʻi law will impact nonprofits
Hawaiʻi's Act 205, which goes into effect July 1, requires written consent from nonprofits using GoFundMe, among other online charitable fundraising platforms, to keep its accounts active online and able to receive donations. GoFundMe VP Amanda Brown Lierman shares what local organizations need to know about the company’s process.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 25, 2026
Pipikaula Corner: Hawai‘i’s crappy priorities
The state just announced a process for Hawai‘i’s businesses and nonprofits to apply for funding out of the new $120-million “green fee” fund. ASD editor in chief A. Kam Napier opines that we could be aiming all of that money at a single very significant environmental problem we made for ourselves right here in the Islands. Instead, it will get diluted.
A. Kam NapierJune 25, 2026
Haveli Da Tandoor food truck serves authentic North Indian flavors
The food truck features Punjabi cuisine, including tandoori chicken, wagyu beef samosas and tandoori lamb lollipops. Customers can find the truck at events across Oʻahu, including Ono Grindz & Makeke at Wai Kai, What the Truck?! and at the Village Night Market.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 25, 2026
And the Wailuku Film Festival winners are...
It’s a wrap for the inaugural Wailuku Film Festival. Brian Kohne, the festival's director and the Maui film commissioner, reflected on the event and how it impacted local businesses. Read more to learn the festival’s winners.
Katie HellandJune 25, 2026
Q&A: New Hawai‘i women's volleyball head coach Joshua Walker hits the ground running
Walker, a former UH men's volleyball player and assistant coach, returns to his alma mater after four seasons on Baylor's staff.
Christian ShimabukuJune 25, 2026
DOJ awards $17 million to over 600 Red Hill plaintiffs
Military family members impacted by the Red Hill water contamination receive settlements, but the case continues as thousands more plaintiffs remain.
Michael BrestovanskyJune 25, 2026
Hamada: Let me be a warning to you
ASD columnist Rick Hamada gets personal with some health news, in hopes that you'll be inspired to take better care of yourself.
Rick HamadaJune 25, 2026
UBAE opens second location in Pearlridge Center
The business — which stands for “ube before anything else” — just opened in ‘Aiea. Its Pearlridge Center store has several exclusive treats, including ube slushies and ubaegato, or soft serve topped with a shot of hot espresso.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 25, 2026
Mid-Pacific Institute looks for next leader
The private school in Mānoa Valley has launched its search for president. The deadline to apply is Sept. 4, with the school hopeful to announce its new president on July 1, 2027. Outgoing president Paul Turnbull will head to North Carolina for a new role next summer.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosJune 24, 2026
New from Maui Gold Pineapple Co.: Maui Pineapple Farm
The new brand launched this week, offering value-added products made from Maui Gold pineapples.
Stephanie SalmonsJune 24, 2026
Wehiwehi artists perform at Bishop Museum, Shangri La
Six Kānaka Maoli artists shared their work with the community at the Wehiwehi artist showcase on June 19 at Bishop Museum. This week, artists from the Wehiwehi residency program will also perform at Shangri La before an evening crowd of up to 200 people at the first event of its kind for the museum and cultural center, after an expanded conditional use permit went into effect this year.
Katie HellandJune 24, 2026
Hau Tree launches a refreshed brunch menu
Executive chef Chaz Wilmore and chef de cuisine Denecio Urias recently revamped The Kaimana Beach Hotel restaurant’s brunch menu. Diners can look forward to dishes like shakshuka and naan, an updated avocado toast, fish sandwich and more.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaJune 24, 2026
Community Voices: The art of the tax deal
We, the people, have an interest in the deals that our government is making. Especially if tax money, or government resources paid for by tax money, is part of the deal.
Tom YamachikaJune 24, 2026