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Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Curses, foiled again!
Todayʻs social media find comes from jasonpolakaw, a collection of foil board fails.
ASD StaffApril 25, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 25, 2025: Pup named Burger loves to eat
"Like his namesake, Burger is extremely food-motivated," says the Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 25, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 24, 2025: Joyful Jeffrey needs a home
Meet your ultimate companion, Jeffrey, at the Hawaiian Humane Society’s Mōʻiliʻili Campus, which is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
ASD StaffApril 24, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Comedian's response to Facebook group posts
Today's social post comes to us from @jason.nomoa, who spent some time scrolling on Big Island Thieves, Hawaiʻi Island's "No. 1 source of theft, news and information happening in [the] community." Good Times Comedy Club will host Jason, among other comedians, in Hilo next month.
ASD StaffApril 24, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 23, 2025: How sweet is chocolate-eared Charlie from Maui Humane Society
Charlie is trained to walk on a leash and has a blast running free in the yard. MHS is looking for an ‘ohana that will show Charlie the kind, patient love he's been waiting for.
ASD StaffApril 23, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 23, 2025: Farrah, a calm and cool lab
If you’re looking for a loyal and loving companion, she can’t wait to meet you at the Hawaiian Humane Society’s Kosasa Family Campus at Hoʻopili.
ASD StaffApril 23, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Reading local names at graduation
Today's social post from ekahi808 will help you prepare for Hawai‘i's upcoming graduation season.
ASD StaffApril 23, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 22, 2025: Meet sweet, smiley Sarang
"This playful and affectionate little girl has an incredibly sweet demeanor that brings joy to everyone she meets," says Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 22, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: A hot take on how roadwork planning gets done
Ever wonder how Hawaiʻi handles an abundance of traffic cones? Check out this oldie but goodie from @kaitlyn.hoefling reposted by @808viral.
ASD StaffApril 22, 2025
Adopt-a-pet April 21, 2025: Jasmine, 2-year-old Boxer mix with a mellow demeanor
This sweet and gentle girl was found wandering in Mākaha Valley. With time, patience and lots of love from HHS dedicated staff, Princess Jasmine has begun to blossom.
ASD StaffApril 21, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Must be the "seefood" diet
Today's social media find comes from hawaiisonly, living off the bounty of the ocean.
ASD StaffApril 20, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: An amazing chain of events
Today's social media find comes from nailsbydanny, and it's all about the links.
ASD StaffApril 18, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 18, 2025: Sassy, a senior with the heart of a puppy
This 6-year-old Bull Terrier mix was found as a stray in Mililani and needs a home.
ASD StaffApril 18, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 17, 2025: Kalohe, the big-smiled Terrier mix
Kalohe "hasn't lost his spark" waiting patiently for his loving family. Learn how to adopt him from the Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 17, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: "Local braddahz every time they go thru the H3 tunnel"
Today's social media find was posted by jesstoomuch, and we have never seen anyone so excited about oxygen deprivation.
ASD StaffApril 17, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 16, 2025: Meet Max from Maui Humane Society
According to Maui Humane Society, Max is "a 1-year-old pup with a big heart and an even bigger hope — to find [his] forever ‘ohana!"
ASD StaffApril 16, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 16, 2025: Pua has "mesmerizing hazel eyes"
"She shows off her joy with the cutest honking and snorting sounds that are sure to melt your heart," says the Hawaiian Humane Society
ASD StaffApril 16, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Growing up goth in Hawai‘i
Today's social media find is from comedian Zak Toscani, looking back on his attempt to pull off tropical goth.
ASD StaffApril 16, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 15 2025: ʻJudge is waiting to give you all the affectionʻ
Judge is the sweetest pup you’ll ever meet, the Hawaiian Humane Society says of the 4-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix.
ASD StaffApril 15, 2025
Hawaiʻi Scene on Social: Must be a Mainland Maui
Todayʻs social media find comes from katkamalani, on how to spot the real thing.
ASD StaffApril 15, 2025
Adopt-a-Pet April 14, 2025: Send Rover on over
"Rover is a Reid Krucky Memorial Fund recipient, which means his adoption fee is waived, and he will go home with a special bundle of goodies to help him settle into his new home," says the Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 14, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: The rules on when to call someone Aunty or Uncle
In today's social media find, justsmallkinethings explores the local tradition of respectfully referring to older people you don't know as Aunty or Uncle.
ASD StaffApril 13, 2025
Adopt-A-Pet April 11, 2025: Meet Coast, 'the perfect adventure buddy'
"Coast is a 46-pound, 1-year-old terrier mix, who’s as sweet as he is photogenic," according to Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 11, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Why you do not wanna get into a fight with a local guy
da_local_haole offers words to keep living by in today's social media find.
ASD StaffApril 11, 2025
Adopt-A-Pet April 10, 2025: Meet Nelson, an affectionate 'cuddle bug'
"Nelson is a 46-pound, 2-year-old terrier mix with a heart of pure gold," says Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 10, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: "Burn dat buggah!"
Alex_farnham has a very particular drive-through order in today's social media find.
ASD StaffApril 10, 2025
Adopt-A-Pet April 9, 2025: Meet Fab, a furry friend up for adoption on Oʻahu
Fab is excited to meet you at the Hawaiian Humane Society’s Mōʻiliʻili Campus.
ASD StaffApril 09, 2025
Adopt-A-Pet April 9, 2025: Meet this Sweetie Pie from Maui Humane Society
Sweetie Pie is up for adoption at Maui Humane Society. This snuggly dog lives up to her name.
ASD StaffApril 09, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Where is the manapua man?
In today's social media find, timothy.burke riffs on giving directions to a tourist using no street names at all ... as we do.
ASD StaffApril 09, 2025
Adopt A-Pet April 8, 2025: Uno is the one for you
Hereʻs how to adopt Uno from the Hawaiian Humane Societyʻs Mōʻiliʻili Campus. Its staff members say, "He’s the perfect cuddle buddy and would do best in a home filled with patience, kindness and lots of love."
ASD StaffApril 08, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Auntie Therapy
Pashyn gives local style advice in today's social media find.
ASD StaffApril 08, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: You will not guess where this weed-wacking goes
In today's social media find, thepoipoundah demonstrates the proper technique for lawn maintenance with style.
ASD StaffApril 07, 2025
Adopt A-Pet April 7, 2025: Nalu, who ʻresponds well to vocal cues and loves to show off his skillsʻ
This 'lovable goofball' loves rides in the car.
ASD StaffApril 07, 2025
Adopt-A-Pet April 4, 2025: Kinako canʻt wait to ʻshower his new family with unconditional loveʻ
"He may be a little shy at first, but with patience and kindness, he blossoms into a playful, goofy companion, who will steal your heart," says the Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 04, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: Sharing is caring
In today's social media find, kingkennyslay and kili_so_silly celebrate the joy of friendship.
ASD StaffApril 04, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: The secret life of monk seals
Today's social media find comes from adventure_hawaii, with a bird's eye view of monk seals cavorting.
ASD StaffApril 03, 2025
Adopt A-Pet April 3, 2025: Is there an Echo in here?
You can adopt this kind and well-mannered pup named Echo at Hawaiian Humane Society’s Mōʻiliʻili Campus, which is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
ASD StaffApril 03, 2025
Adopt A-Pet April 2, 2025: Meet MewMew, this shy but sweet kitty
"MewMew will be going home with a special adoption package filled with goodies like a cat tree, toys and two weeks’ worth of her special C/D food to help her settle in with her new ʻohana."
ASD StaffApril 02, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: The shoyu hack
Culinary advice from the world of local social media.
ASD StaffApril 02, 2025
Adopt A-Pet April 1, 2025: Angelique is très magnifique
"If you’re searching for a laidback pup who’s just as happy on a walk as she is lounging on the couch, Angelique is your perfect match," says Hawaiian Humane Society.
ASD StaffApril 01, 2025
Hawai‘i Scene on Social: OMG the cost of housing!
In today's social media find, local comedian Tumua jokes about the joys of trying to buy a completely ordinary home at $1.1 million.
ASD StaffApril 01, 2025
Adopt A-Pet March 31, 2025: Meet Hashbrown, ʻa gentle and adaptable companionʻ
Hashbrown is a social pup, who gets along well with people and other dogs, and remains composed when exploring new spaces.
ASD StaffMarch 31, 2025
