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Uncles and Aunties: Melvin Matsuda, the karate farmer of Kahuku
Kahuku-born and -raised, Melvin Matsuda decamped to California in the early ā70s with his black belt and ran successful martial arts schools in San Bernadino and Palm Springs for five years. But when his father asked if he would come home to look after the family farm, he signed on, came home, and never looked back.
Cheryl Chee TsutsumiApril 25, 2025
Hawaiāi Island homeowner wins three-year permit battle
Lawsuit against Hawaiāi County could set precedent for other permitting woes, plaintiff says.
Michael BrestovanskyApril 25, 2025
Sheraton returns as Hawaiāi Bowl sponsor
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts previously sponsored the Hawaiāi Bowl from 2003 to 2013.
Christian ShimabukuApril 25, 2025
These airlines are now neighbors in terminals at two major Mainland airports
Hawaiian Airlines has joined Alaska Airlines at terminals in Los Angeles International Airport and New York City's John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Stephanie SalmonsApril 25, 2025
Study: How Hawaiian cultural practices can help heal first responders
Vibrant HawaiŹ»i CEO Janice Ikeda shares findings from its recent study, No NÄ Pua, which put participants knee-deep in fishponds to work with the Ź»Äina āĀ and each other. She shares the nonprofitŹ»s overall goal with studies like these, next steps and even whatŹ»s sheŹ»s been learning as a leader in the community.
Kelsey Kukaua MedeirosApril 25, 2025
WaimÄnalo's Tetairoa McMillan selected by Carolina Panthers in 2025 NFL Draft
McMillan was born and raised in the Islands before relocating to California as a middle schooler.
Christian ShimabukuApril 25, 2025
This cozy shop is a hidden gem for kimbap
Kimbap Plus offers assorted kimbap and acai bowls.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 25, 2025
Behind-the-scenes of Merrie Monarch prep with HÄlau Pua AliŹ»i Ź»Ilima
Kumu Hula Vicky Holt Takamine talks about how HÄlau Pua AliŹ»i Ź»Ilima will share a mele about Queen Emma and her visit to Mauna Kea at Merrie Monarch this week. For the longtime judge of the competition, Merrie Monarch is not about comparing hÄlau but rather supporting performances.
Katie HellandApril 24, 2025
Budget Bites: Basalt WaikÄ«kÄ«ās $55 prix fixe menu
This three-course meal includes a 10-ounce prime rib
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 24, 2025
Pipikaula Corner: UH joins the Resistance
But I have questions about its claims that it was ever politically independent.
A. Kam NapierApril 24, 2025
Hawaiāi men's volleyball set to host Big West Tournament with NCAA Tournament bid up for grabs
The Rainbow Warriors will face either Cal State Northridge or UC Irvine in Friday night's semifinals.
Christian ShimabukuApril 24, 2025
Where to go for Dubai chocolate bar-inspired desserts
This chocolate-pistachio-kataifi combination is popping up in shops all over OŹ»ahu.
Kelli Shiroma BraiottaApril 24, 2025