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Shipping Out
Earlier this year, the USS Honolulu bid a final aloha to its namesake city when the submarine left Pearl Harbor to deactivate at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. It was the third ship named after the Islands’ capital. See how the name has sailed through history.
Do You Speak Ocean?
Like Morse code, Hawai‘i’s surf beats out a message—one that reaches surprisingly far. Meet some global citizens who heeded this call.
Trail Time
With only one person overseeing more than 40 of O‘ahu’s hiking trails, the state gets extra help from an unexpected source.
Our Town: Look familiar?
A local bank building models after the state capitol, or does it?
Environment: Wiliwili Trees Under Attack
A mysterious wasp is spreading through Hawai‘i.
Parks for Rent?
As the state moves toward public/private partnerships, Malaekahana will serve as a test.
Manoa to Pigs: Drop Dead!
Manoa Residents have more to worry about than just rising property taxes—they’ve got pigs. Here’s what they’re aiming to do about it.
Use It or Lose It
We’re so concerned with spreading democracy to other countries, but can’t be bothered to use it here at home.
The Arts: Crème de la Screen
For movie buffs, October is the most wonderful time of the year.
Scene: Lounge Lizard
The Dragon Upstairs is Hank’s Café’s jazz-filled, martini-swilling alter ego.
Bleak Chic
Gothic fun for grownups this Halloween.
Scene: Stretch Marks
Appealing to grandmothers, athletes and grandmothers who are athletes, a Pilates studio draws a diverse crowd.
Our Town: Scottish Rite Cathedral
This building boasts a rich history, a little conspiracy and a lot of charity.