Katie Helland
I’m excited to help bring a brand new source of news to the state. In my coverage, I look forward to sharing stories that will help you plan fun things to do for date nights and spend family time in Hawaii. I also hope to share stories about the people behind events and organizations, as well as their interests in music, hula, film, comedy and more.
I started working at the city newspaper when I was still in high school through summer internships. Since then, I have worked for the community newspaper in my college town, as well as The Santiago Times when I lived abroad in Chile. Most recently, I worked for Pacific Business News in Honolulu.
At ASD, I can’t wait to talk story, which is how reporters hear some of the best news tips! Hawaii has such an incredibly rich culture. And for me, it is home.
Latest from Katie Helland

Hilo museum resorts to donations, volunteers to keep doors open
This museum located in a nearly 100-year-old building, designed by Charles William Dickey, is seeking money to bring back its staff members and re-imagine exhibits.
Katie HellandJanuary 07, 2025

Free and fun on Oahu: monthly activities for the family
Hokulea comes to Oahu! Visiting the voyaging canoe is one of many things your family can enjoy without spending much money.
Katie HellandDecember 31, 2024

Seven can't miss arts and culture events in January
From a songwriting festival to McKinley High's modern art legend, here are seven Oahu museum exhibits and cultural events you don't want to miss.
Katie HellandDecember 31, 2024

January headliners: 20 shows to kick off your 2025
Comedy acts and tributes to Frank Sinatra and Queen are among the 20 shows you don't want to miss in January
Katie HellandDecember 30, 2024
Lahaina Printsellers' hard reset makes giving back easy
A Maui business shuttered from the 2023 Lahaina fire has reopened and is looking to revamp the local art community.
Katie HellandDecember 24, 2024

Pickleball pop-up to open in Downtown Honolulu in January
This new entertainment venue will open in the former Walmart space
Katie HellandDecember 24, 2024