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The Median Price of Single-Family Homes on O‘ahu Hits 1 Million Dollars

It doesn’t seem that Hawai‘i’s blazing real estate market will be settling down soon.

Christi Young,

In 12 Years Two Kakaakos Have Emerged And New Plans For What Will Come May Change Our Skyline And Streets Yet Again Ward

Two Kaka‘akos Have Emerged in 12 Years and New Plans for What Will Come May Change Our Skyline and Streets Yet Again

Since 2009, Honoluluans have had front-row seats to the rebirth and redevelopment of Kaka‘ako, the city’s much-touted future urban hot spot.

Lesa Griffith,

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New Dorm-Size Dwellings Provide Rental Housing Close to Jobs, Bus Lines and Much of Urban Honolulu

Compact in Kaka‘ako.

Robbie Dingeman,

Drink Just Brewed Beer Buy Fishing Gear Fix Something And Eat Old School Japanese Food On Kaneohes Kahuhipa Street

Drink Just-Brewed Beer, Buy Fishing Gear, Fix Something and Eat Old-School Japanese Food on Kāne‘ohe’s Kahuhipa Street

Near the intersection of Kahuhipa and Alaloa streets, a diverse mix of businesses are tucked into two-story warehouses.

Robbie Dingeman,

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Your O‘ahu Neighborhood Guide: Monsarrat Avenue

Once a sleepy burger stop for surfers, Monsarrat Avenue has transformed over 19 years into a food and fashion scene noted for outdoorsy authenticity.

Don Wallace,

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Hawai‘i’s First All-Vote-by-Mail Election Has Begun

What you need to do now and where to go to make sure your vote gets counted.

Robbie Dingeman,

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Afterthoughts: Google Maps Can’t Keep Up with the Rapidly Changing Face of Honolulu

Takin’ it to the streets.

Katrina Valcourt,

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Light Up the Holidays with Four Seasons’ 2019 December Event Lineup

(Sponsored) Get into the Christmas spirit with a tree-lighting ceremony, shop the last Moonlight Market of the year, plan a holiday staycation on the West Side and more.

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Dcca Businesscheck Sale

Use This Online Tool to Research Local Businesses You Want to Hire

(Sponsored) Before you spend a cent or sign a contract, check out new businesses, individuals or licensed professionals with the Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs BusinessCheck.

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Andys Sandwiches And Smoothies Editors Letter

Editor’s Page: HONOLULU’s Long History with Andy’s Sandwiches and Smoothies

It all began with a bowl of lentil soup and a brownie.

Christi Young,

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Yes, That Big Red Box in Honolulu’s Chinatown (and Waikīkī) is Talking to You

Shinae Lee, Photos by David Croxford,

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5 Things Every Local Should Know About Flood Risk in Hawai‘i

(Sponsored) Don’t let water damage rain on your parade. If you own or rent a home, here’s what the Hawai‘i DCCA Insurance Division says you need to know about flood risk.

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8 New Treats to Try at the KCC Farmers Market This Summer

Come for the healthy greens and fruit, then linger over more recent arrivals—ube and taro tarts, macadamia nut soft serve, honey slushies and sausage sushi.

Don Wallace,

Hawaii Dcca Hurricane Insurance

Use This Checklist to Get the Most Out of Your Hurricane Insurance

(Sponsored) Mother Nature happens. To help you prepare for possible hurricane damage, the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division shares 17 pre- and post-storm tips.

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Are You Getting the Best Rates for Your Insurance? There’s a Way to Find Out

(Sponsored) The Hawai‘i DCCA Insurance Division offers annual premium comparison guides to help consumers get the most out of their money.

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