Hawai‘i’s Economic Outlook 2026
Construction is expected to be strong, driven in part by large infrastructure projects, but tourism is slipping and the safety net fraying.
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Not Grown in Hawai‘i
Some local companies – including the state’s biggest seller of macadamias – use foreign nuts in some of their products. Local growers and companies that sell only Hawai‘i-grown nuts want a label-of-origin law with added teeth, not the limited version that takes effect Jan. 1.
Talk Story: Trevor Ozawa, Honolulu City Council
This talk story features Honolulu City Councilmember Trevor Ozawa, who received the inaugural Hawaii Lodging and Tourism Association Award for Leadership In the Industry: Young Achiever It’s become a tradition for Honolulu City Councilmember Trevor Ozawa to volunteer his time to…
Hawai‘i’s Social Media Stars
Six influencers describe how they gain followings and make money. It’s riches for a few and much harder for the rest.
Hawai‘i’s Best Places to Work 2025
90 Companies and Nonprofits Where Employees Thrive.
Talk Story: Corbett Kalama, Executive VP and COO, Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation – Hawai‘i Office
Kalama grew up in poverty but had a successful banking career and now leads a nonprofit that provides $12 million in grants annually in Hawai‘i. He is using his personal and professional experience to seek answers to some of Hawai‘i’s…
The Unplanned Success of Char's Bar Hawai‘i
Char's Bar Hawai‘i wasn't built on a five-year plan. It was built on trust, grit, and the values two Filipino-American women carried from the generations before them.
This Houseless Village in Wai‘anae Keeps Twinkle’s Vision Alive
Before she died, Twinkle Borge selected leaders for Pu‘uhonua o Wai‘anae. They’re holding the harbor community together as a permanent village is built.
Time to Leave the College Nest. Now What?
Searching for a job right after graduation can be a perilous task. Here's what I learned from my journey that might help others.
Hawai‘i Has the Longest Life Expectancy in the Nation, But Not for Everyone
A brief look at health statistics and disparities, including among men and Native Hawaiians.
Top 10 Species You’re Likely to Spot While Snorkeling in Hawai‘i
Is that a manani or a Hawaiian whitespotted toby? Here’s how to tell the difference.
Tapping Hawaiʻi’s Spiritual Grounding, Good Mana Shares It With the World
Denny Kwock recognized an opportunity to build something local. Struck by the quality and purity of the turmeric grown here, the Oʻahu native saw potential for “taking the goodness of Hawai‘i and sharing it with the world.”