Good morning, Honolulu.

Kalihi youth and families gathered yesterday for the WE Are Kalihi – YOUth Matter event featuring activities, performances, cultural crafts and community resources.

Local youth helped shape the event by seeking more chances to connect with kupuna and build memories.

More than 11,000 residents attended the free Wings of Aloha Open House at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., where six static aircraft, military equipment and over 45 interactive booths + musical performances were on display.

The Waipahu Public Library celebrated 30 years of community service Saturday, Sept.

12 with a series of cultural festivities (including magic, martial arts demonstrations, balloon twisting, and face painting) after its event was rescheduled from March due to storms.

Hawaiian Airlines restored its Kauai flight schedule and added extra service for passengers and relief supplies from Lihue.

The carrier arranged transport for electricians to Līhuʻe and offered flexible travel options to support Hurricane Lowell recovery.

Hawaii Theatre will host Carnival of the Nearly Extinct Animals in Honolulu on Sept.

18 and 19. The event features puppetry, dance and live music to bring endangered animals to life.

Country tribute artist Kelly Vohnn will honor Dolly Parton with a concert on Monday, Sept.

14 at Blue Note Hawaii in Waikiki as a fundraiser for The Dollywood Foundation. The event starts at 7 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) with tickets at $30 to $45.

DBEDT’s Q3 report shows our economy will grow 1.3 percent in 2026, down from 2.5 percent last year - inflation, fewer visitor days, and modest job growth slowed the pace.

Growth is forecast to ease gradually as conditions improve from 2027 onward.

Mid-Pacific Institute unveiled a new $7.5M track and field facility on Saturday at its Manoa campus, replacing its old athletic field with a six lane track, natural grass infield, and revitalized Wailele Spring to serve students in grades 7 to 12 (supported by a $1.5M gift from late Mike Wood).

The City and County of Honolulu reminds residents to stay prepared during hurricane season + after Tropical Storm Lala caused widespread outages, residents are urged to replenish emergency supplies as other storms threaten through November.

JL Capital converted a 52-year-old office building into 64 affordable rental apartments for moderate-income households in urban Honolulu after a $25 million project.

Tours were offered following last Thursday’s blessing at the Amana Lofts project.

The UH Rainbow Warriors got their first win of 2026 when they beat New Mexico State 29-19 Saturday — breaking a two-game losing streak ahead of their bye week and next Mountain West game against Wyoming.