All in the Family: Dr. Christina Marzo Advocates for Her Patients
Dr. Christina Marzo, a family physician, wants to help her patients make the right decisions for themselves and their ‘ohana.
People & Profiles
No Pain, A Lot to Gain: Dr. Jerald Garcia Leads in Chronic Pain Management
Meet our cover doctor, Dr. Jerald Garcia, who offers comprehensive, one-stop chronic pain management at the Hawai‘i Institute for Pain.
Q&A With Representative Kim Coco Iwamoto
In her third try, in 2024, Kim Coco Iwamoto finally defeated longtime incumbent Scott Saiki to represent District 25 in the Hawai‘i House of Representatives, which includes Ala Moana, Kaka‘ako and Downtown. We check in as part of ongoing discussions with local leaders.
Hōkūle‘a’s 50th Anniversary
As Hōkūle‘a celebrates 50 years of sailing, female navigators carry a message of cultural resilience and hope to a worldwide community.
A Conversation with Kamalani Hurley, Author of Kaho‘olawe: The True Story of an Island and Her People
Hurley’s upcoming book has been named a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard and earned a starred review from the School Library Journal.
Potter Skye Yonamine Finds Beauty in the Perfectly Imperfect
Meet Skye Yonamine of Earth & Skye Ceramics whose art balances striving for perfection while embracing disruption.
Breaking Tradition
Hawai‘i author Virginia Loo channels her great-grandmother as she reflects on her journey on becoming a single mother.
The Art of Dying: Jonathan Pascual Defies Terminal Cancer as a Triathlete
Jonathan Pascual finished the Ironman while battling terminal cancer, an act that resonated around the globe.
“You’re Going to See Me Everywhere,” Says University of Hawai‘i’s New President
Wendy Hensel plans to travel to all UH campuses to learn how to better serve the college community and elevate the university’s reputation.
What Should We Do About Our Parents?
As Hawai‘i’s population ages, younger generations are being tasked with caregiving. But the lack of resources poses significant challenges.
Pursuits: A Touch of Glass
Interior designer Dominica Rizzo raises a glass to stylish glassware of the past gathered here and from across the world.
Home Is Here: A Taste of Tradition, Art and Holiday Cheer
We take a closer look at Kāko‘o ‘Ōiwi’s kalo farm, 104-year-old Esther Nowell’s art legacy and the Christmas light displays at Anapau Place.
Pursuits: Gregory Pai Is a Messenger for Compassion
In Pālolo Valley, a former economist’s free talks relate ancient Buddhist teachings to life in the modern world.
Bottles4College Converts Recycling Fees to College Scholarships
A teen’s community recycling program has made college possible for other local students.
We’ve Got Seoul: The Korean Wave in Hawai‘i
From K-pop and K-dramas to food, beauty and more, all things Korean have exploded in popularity in Hawai‘i and beyond.
Miss Hawai‘i 2024 Hayley Cheyney Kāne Is Unapologetically Authentic
As the first openly gay Miss Hawai‘i, Hayley Cheyney Kāne wants people to show aloha to themselves.
Pursuits: The Light and Dark in Joey Chiarello’s Ceramic Sculptures
Do you take demons with your tea?
Tails of the City: Barkhaus Instills Pack Mentality
Barkhaus owners Andres Monasterios and Natalie Sanchez share what it takes to successfully train dogs.
Solario Studio Art Unlocks Core Memories
Meet illustrator Matías Solario, whose nostalgia-fueled style pays homage to the Hawai‘i of the 1940s through ’90s.
Pursuits: Meet the Women Carrying on Trophy House's Legacy
Behind the scenes at the decades-old South King Street shop, the most-valued prize is connection to community.
Paris Bound: A Conversation With Volleyball Star Erik Shoji
Erik Shoji will be competing on Team USA at the Paris Olympics with four other volleyball players with Hawai‘i ties.
Hawai‘i Ties: Locals Making It Big
Here are some people from the Islands making headlines across the nation and world, from athletes to actors.
Dreamy Blooms at the Petal Mettle Flower Farm in Waialua
Petal Mettle farmer-artist Laarni Gedo finds strength in the delicacy of flowers.
