Good morning, Honolulu.

The new program E Hoʻi Mai will fly up to 80 displaced Lahaina residents from the continental U.S. back home this July as the community recovers from the 2023 wildfires.

Kamaka Ukulele, known for creating the pineapple ukulele, is celebrating 110 years in business with several events this week.

Mayor Rick Blangiardi will sign a proclamation tomorrow (June 17) and a gala concert will be held at Rock a Hula in the Royal Hawaiian Center on July 10.

Taj Clubhouse, a family-owned shop known for hand-drawn local designs, is offering 40% off store items and 50% off aloha wear this week at Ward Centre (where it has served the community for 50 years) before closing for good.

Aloha Nata is introducing iconic Portuguese custard tarts with flavors like ube, coconut and Manoa Chocolate in Honolulu.

The father-son duo sells these treats at KCC Farmer's Market near Diamond Head every Saturday from 7:30 - 11 a.m.

At Iolani Palace on Sunday, celebrations marked the 50th anniversary of Hokulea’s maiden voyage to Tahiti with original crew members enjoying hula + music and panel discussions that reflected on her lasting legacy.

Hawaii’s film industry is rebounding as lawmakers review a tax credit increase for productions that hire local workers while major projects like live-action Moana and a Netflix series spur a fresh wave of local jobs.

Officials expect new projects to further boost the islands’ growing film scene.

Kuleana Coral Restoration restored over 10,000 corals on Waianae Coast after six years of scientific monitoring and hands-on repair.

This summer, the nonprofit will install two coral nursery tables (living classrooms) to boost youth reef stewardship.

The surf along South Shores grows larger than normal as king tides are expected this week, with another pulse predicted late Wednesday (which may affect beach activities).

The Navy will build a new water treatment facility at Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility and reconnect the Red Hill Shaft to the drinking water system at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.

An interim system will run by the end of next year (per the Final Environmental Assessment).

Drivers near Ala Wai Golf Course face delays this morning as the city begins construction on vehicular and pedestrian bridges connecting Kapahulu Avenue to the clubhouse area—flaggers will direct a one-way traffic pattern during work hours.

Chunming Wang, a 77-year-old investor who spent over $100M on Hawaii real estate, is fighting a ruling that lets him leave voluntarily after officials cited immigration violations.

He remains in federal custody and plans to invest another $100M in local projects.

The USTA Hawaii Pacific will launch its ShortCourt Social Series today to let local tennis players of all skill levels enjoy a social and educational twist on the game.

The low stakes sessions offer a fun way to learn and connect.