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Ballet Hawaiʻi is featuring a bespoke ballet performance at Noe
The Italian restaurant at the Four Seasons Resort Oʻahu at Ko Olina will offer an exclusive five-course dining experience — with ballet performances featured in between each course — on Saturday, Oct. 3. Attendees can look forward to a unique culinary experience; a portion of the proceeds benefits Ballet Hawaiʻi.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2026
Hawai‘i women's volleyball hits the road for Las Vegas trip
The Rainbow Wahine will play three matches in as many days at the Lucky Aces Women's Volleyball Invitational, beginning on Friday against Texas A&M-Corpus Christi.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 18, 2026
Puppet designer puts spotlight on conservation
Artist Greg Corbino brings to life a manta ray and a larger-than-life native land snail, along with other creatures who call Hawaiʻi home as part of the world premiere of “Carnival of the Nearly Extinct Animals” this weekend. The production combines music, dance and puppets to tell the stories of the world’s disappearing animals.
Katie HellandSeptember 18, 2026
West Maui nonprofit rallies to raise funds after hit from hurricanes Lala and Lowell
Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, which provides local youth free ocean-based education and mentorship, needs to raise $18,000 following the recent storms to repair a damaged classroom before the arrival of its fall school groups in the coming weeks. Here’s how to help.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 18, 2026
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court affirms decision to re-do House District 43 primary
Kanani Souza and Sheila Medeiros will remain on the general election ballot in November under a section labeled “Republican Party Voters Only” in House District 43, while the Senate District 20 tiebreaker result will remain in place.
Haley LehmanSeptember 18, 2026
Traffic fatalities down over the summer, HPD reports
"Safer Roads, Together" initiative sees traffic fatalities on O‘ahu cut by more than half compared to 2025.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 18, 2026
Aloha Tofu Factory is offering $1 tofu for Aloha Tofu Day
While Aloha Tofu Day is technically on Oct. 2, the family-run tofu business is celebrating on Oct. 1. Customers can get $1 tofu from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on that Thursday only; online pre-orders will also be accepted.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 18, 2026
This $36M sale is the highest residential sale in Hualālai Resort history
The house last sold for $25 million in 2015 to former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 18, 2026
Hamada: The good and bad of where Hawai‘i ranks
You can compare Hawai‘i against other states an infinite number of ways. ASD opinion columnist Rick Hamada takes a look at where we rock and where we, well, most definitely do not rock.
Rick HamadaSeptember 18, 2026
Changing Kaka‘ako: GEM Is The Big One!
Back in the day, kama‘āina used to refer to these department stores as "Gem's." Here's the real history — and the real name — of these stores that once spanned the Islands.
DeSoto BrownSeptember 18, 2026
Cino is starting weekend brunch in Kakaʻako
The Ward Village restaurant, known for its Italian specialties and seafood, is starting weekend brunch on Sept. 19. Brunch will be every weekend from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; the menu features some of the restaurant’s most popular dishes. A keiki menu is also available.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 17, 2026
Pacific Media Group launches 'Culture'
CULTURE by Pacific Media Group offers up local podcasts, social media shorts, YouTube shows and documentaries, bringing new media platforms together with legacy media.
Stephanie SalmonsSeptember 17, 2026
Hawai‘i Pacific University adds surfing team to athletics department
The Sharks will become the first college in the state to have an official surfing team.
Christian ShimabukuSeptember 17, 2026
Community Voices: The widespread implications of the demographic cliff for Hawai’i
HPU Provost and Senior Vice President Alan Shoho believes the demographic enrollment cliff is here. The question remains: what will Hawai’i do to mitigate its adverse effects and ensure a softer landing? Shoho shares why this is worrisome for local leaders, and how taking notes from other states could help.
Alan ShohoSeptember 17, 2026
UHERO: Hawai‘i's housing vouchers costing more, helping less
Federal spending on Section 8 vouchers in Hawai‘i has increased by 70% since 2003, but the number of enrollees has not increased commensurately.
Michael BrestovanskySeptember 17, 2026
Hawaiian History Month: A Month to Remember, A Year to Celebrate
This year’s celebration features living history performances, panel discussions, cultural demonstrations and more that bring Hawaiʻi’s history to life. See the list of remaining events this month.
Ka Wai Ola StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Buckle up, cellos! HSO heads to Maui
Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra, which was recently designated the official state orchestra, will make its first appearance on Maui in 10 years with a free concert, Mele for Maui, on Saturday, Sept. 19. The outdoor performance under the stars of Kā‘anapali celebrates the resilience and courage of Lahaina, Kihei and Kula, and features guest artists such as Keola Beamer, Amy Hānaiali‘i and John Cruz.
Katie HellandSeptember 17, 2026
Honolulu Hiking Club founder combines recreation with respect and community
Shilo Garner founded Honolulu Hiking Club in 2024 to build community among outdoor recreationists. Today, he wants hikers to take home a sense of pride and responsibility for the beauty of Hawaiʻi.
Haley LehmanSeptember 17, 2026
Hawaiian Humane Society volunteer finds 'true purpose' helping animals
Kevin Clegg, who first adopted a pet rat from the nonprofit 13 years ago, now volunteers at the organization’s Mōʻiliʻili campus weekly. He shares what initially prompted him to give back to the community, what he likes most about working in adoptions and why if you love animals, it’s a great cause to join.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosSeptember 16, 2026
Choco leʻa is celebrating its 12th birthday
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, the Mānoa-based business will be offering free samples, a free gift with purchase, and a first look at its new merchandise. Choco leʻa also recently launched a variety of interactive experiences; come with Aloha State Daily on its mini kitchen access tour, where we learned more about the chocolate-making process.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2026
Taste of Ward is back Sept. 16 to 30
For two weeks, you can take advantage of featured dishes and limited-time offers at participating Ward Village restaurants and businesses.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaSeptember 16, 2026
The Forgotten Landscape of Mapunapuna
Tides and rain, time and spirits converge in this now-industrial area mauka of the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Here is the true history of a region shaped first by nature and then by two different cultures in two different eras, where traces remain of days and people long past.
Lopaka Kapanui and Tanya KapanuiSeptember 16, 2026
Hollywood ponders movie remake of “Hawai‘i Five-0” directed by Ha‘ikū helmer Destin Daniel Cretton
If produced, this wouldn’t be the first time Tinseltown tried to bring the iconic CBS-TV crime series shot in the 50th State to the big screen.
Ed RampellSeptember 16, 2026
Cultural nonprofit spearheads bill to 'huli the system'
Stewards of the Kūʻīlioloa Heiau in Waiʻanae successfully advocated for Bill 31 to establish a framework for stewarding cultural sites around the island.
Haley LehmanSeptember 16, 2026