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25 things to do on Oʻahu to celebrate the semiquincentennial

Looking for ways to celebrate 250 years of the U.S. being a nation? Aloha State Daily has compiled a list of events — including firework shows — happening for the semiquincentennial. From ʻEwa Beach to Waimānalo, here are some of the events happening across the Island this weekend. READ MORE

Hawaiʻi says ‘No can’ to Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C.

Hawaiʻi government officials will not be present at the Great American State Fair, put on by Freedom 250 now through July 10, along with at least 10 mostly Democratic-led states citing cost, staffing and for some, political reasons. Gov. Josh Green says no funds were earmarked for the fair by the state or Congress and instead, has thrown support behind local celebrations. READ MORE

How to celebrate July 4 on Kauaʻi, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island

Looking for ways to celebrate the semiquincentennial of the U.S. becoming a nation this long week weekend? Aloha State Daily has you covered. From poolside barbecues to a chili cook-off, which will be judged by Lahaina firefighters, to a helicopter flower drop at the Flowerworks Festival, there are lots of events happening across the Neighbor Islands. READ MORE

Family, friends continue to seek justice for Amber Jackson 16 years after Kaua‘i murder

For 16 years, the murder of Amber Jackson on Kauaʻi has gone unsolved, but in December 2025, the Kaua‘i Police Department issued an arrest warrant for Gregory Glaser, wanted for second degree murder in connection with the case. ASD crime writer Christina O’Connor spoke with Amber Jackson’s family and friends to learn about Jackson’s life and their tireless pursuit of justice for her. READ MORE

Hawaiian Airlines’ new main cabin menu launches July 1

For in-flight meals on domestic flights between Hawaiʻi and the Mainland, guests can pre-order from a menu curated by Maui-based chef Sheldon Simeon. The menu features elevated takes on local favorites and comfort foods, and features dishes like corned beef hash and eggs, banana pancakes, teriyaki cheeseburgers, crispy mochiko chicken and garlic noodles, and more. READ MORE

Zippy’s Kāhala location to reopen

The restaurant will reopen next week, following four months of renovations. READ MORE

Moanalua’s Haunting History

If an old Hawaiian woman asks you to cut a cord for her in Moanalua Valley, be very, very careful what you do next. That’s just once of the eerie tales of this part of O‘ahu where many battles have raged, from the invasion of Kahekili from Maui to the dispute over the route of H3. READ MORE

Aloha Tower at 100 years old: Part 1

A hundred years ago, Aloha Tower was built as an intentional landmark for the bustling harbor where all visitors to O‘ahu arrived, and that plan worked, as it quickly became synonymous with Hawai‘i itself. In part one of our look back at the tower’s history, ASD history columnist DeSoto Brown takes us from the creation of the tower to just after WWII. READ MORE

Supreme Court: ‘I’m sorry’ doesn’t mean you’re guilty

Honolulu man’s reflexive apology to a police officer in 2019 shouldn’t have been admissible in court, the Hawai‘i Supreme Court ruled. READ MORE

After over a decade in the NFL, Marcus Mariota continues to share his gift

On Monday, Mariota’s Motiv8 Foundation held its 10th annual golf tournament, a key fundraiser for the organization’s mission in supporting local communities, underserved youth and homeless populations, among other initiatives. READ MORE

Feast by Jon Matsubara has a new local-style breakfast

The Mānoa eatery — known for its lobster rolls — is offering breakfast from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays to Sundays. Customers can look forward to dishes like lobster omelets, salmon chazuke, “churro” French toast, kalua pig loco moco and more. READ MORE

Local high school students learn to cook under Chef Thomas Wong

As part of a scholarship-supported summer culinary cohort at Kapi‘olani Community College’s Culinary Institute of the Pacific, Wong — who is from Oʻahu and is now based in California as a professor at Culinary Institute of America at Greystone — created this custom curriculum to challenge teens in an intensive five days of training. Teamwork, timeliness, organization and having a good attitude were among the lessons learned by students. READ MORE

No contested case for tow woes at Ala Wai

Despite complaints over tow-happy parking enforcement at Ala Wai Small Boat Harbor, a contested case hearing will not be going forward. READ MORE

Food and fireworks: Your guide to the weekend on Oʻahu

From a patriotic sing-along to a new happy hour, there are lots of events happening on Oʻahu this weekend, including non-Fourth of July events. READ MORE

Reader Submissions: Send us your sky photos

Kindly submit your high-resolution, horizontal Hawaiʻi Skies photo that you own and/or have the rights to general@alohastatedaily.com. Additional details here: READ MORE

Daily Smile: Saturday, July 4, 2026

Happy 4th of July! READ MORE

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