In His Words: Why Jon Matsubara Closed Feast Last Week (But You Can Still Get Lobster Rolls)
Feast still has its KCC Farmers Market booth, but the rest is up in the air. Here’s the story.
People & Profiles
Celebrating Wāhine Awards 2026
We highlight 37 women who have made impactful contributions to the community, asking them about the purpose they find in their work and to offer advice to others.
Lahaina Is Still Healing Three Years After the Wildfires
A Buddhist priest, a Hawaiian cultural practitioner and husband-and-wife restaurateurs reflect on what has happened since the Maui fires.
Pursuits: Lifeguard Joey Cadiz’s New Calling Brings Him Full Circle
His instincts kicked in when he raced to rescue North Shore families during the Kona low floods. Now, that’s opened a new chapter.
Meet The Bucket List Family
Take off on an adventure with this jet-setting Hawai‘i-based family of five.
We’ve Got Seoul: The Korean Wave in Hawai‘i
From K-pop and K-dramas to food, beauty and more, all things Korean have exploded in popularity in Hawai‘i and beyond.
The Path to Pro
Pursuing professional sports is an arduous, costly journey, requiring grit and an all-in commitment from young athletes and their families. So why does the dream burn so big in Hawai‘i?
Honolulu Stories: Belonging
I hadn’t initially planned to take on a new surname later in life, tied to an ancestry that clearly wasn’t mine.
Honolulu Stories: The Joy of Aging
I don’t want to be younger and don’t care much about looking younger because I know who I am.
Honolulu Stories: Pet Mama
In a place I never planned to land, through a dog I got as a bribe, I became essential.
Honolulu Stories: The Worst Tap Dancer in Honolulu
Everyone else at open adult tap is zippy and syncopated. I’m a half-step behind on the second twirl.
What Should We Do About Our Parents?
As Hawai‘i’s population ages, younger generations are being tasked with caregiving. But the lack of resources poses significant challenges.
In His Words: How Alan Wong Got His Second Chance
Five years after closing Alan Wong’s, the legendary chef reopened at The Kāhala Hotel. Here’s his story.
Meet Our Two June 2026 Cover Doctors: Dr. Janice Harada and Dr. David Cho
Dr. Janice Harada and Dr. David Cho were named among this year’s Castle Connolly Top Doctors.
Pursuits: For Nicole Kahale, Her Calling Came During the Waialua Floods
Amid the devastation of the Waialua floods, Nicole Kahale stepped up to help the North Shore community regain its health and strength.
How Kainoa Wade Stays Healthy
The standout UH men’s volleyball player prioritizes protein, sleep and mental health.
Hawai‘i Folks in the News
From athletes to actors, these people from Hawai‘i are making their marks.
Find Beautiful Blooms and Fellowship at Haus of Puas
The ‘Ewa Beach floral boutique offers 100% locally sourced flowers and products in addition to flexible wedding arrangements that meet queer couples’ needs.
Da ‘Ōpala Man’s a Hit on Instagram
The anonymous O‘ahu refuse collection operator offers a behind-the-scenes look at his job.
Pursuits: Ichthyologists Richard Pyle and Brian Greene Dive Deep
Richard Pyle and Brian Greene have devoted their careers to discovering and documenting marine life in the ocean’s depths.
Poetry Recs from the New Poet Laureate of Hawai‘i, Lee A. Tonouchi
“Da Pidgin Guerrilla” Lee A. Tonouchi shares the poems and books that have inspired him.
Talk Story with Hawaiʻi Poet Laureate Lee A. Tonouchi
We caught up with the writer, teacher and Pidgin advocate after his appointment.
Hand Letterer Jeff Gress Crafts Signs with Soul
The artist has hand-painted iconic signage for several local businesses.
Behind the Book with Kelsie Dayna, Illustrator of From Aloha to Zippy’s
Get a sneak peek at the alphabet book newly updated with illustrations of local life by Kelsie Dayna.
