Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala on Kauaʻi was named this year’s Miss Aloha Hula.

The first night of competition at the 62nd Merrie Monarch Festival at Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium saw contestants performing ...

Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao, Kumu Leina’ala Pavao Jardin, Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina’ala winner of the title of Miss ...

As the Merrie Monarch becomes more than just a stage for hula—it transforms into a vital marketplace for small businesses, artisans, and creatives from across the Hawaiian Islands.

Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao performs during the Merrie Monarch hula festival at Edith Kanakaole Stadium on Thursday night.

Last year, Kaʻōnohikaumakaakeawe Kananiokeakua Holokai Lopes earned the title of Miss Aloha Hula 2024, preceded by three ...

Tetairoa McMillan was the eighth pick in the NFL Draft and one of the highest selections for a player of Hawaiian decent.

Without a doubt, the best attended event during Merrie Monarch week, at least in person, is the Merrie Monarch Festival Royal ...

Waimanalo-born Tetairoa McMillan was the first pure wide receiver off the board in Thursday’s first round of the NFL Draft, ...

Competition kicks off Thursday night at the 2025 Merrie Monarch Hula Festival in Hilo with the soloist competition. Thirteen ...

Tuesday is Earth Day, and it is also Native Hawaiian Plant Month. One of our most important and beloved native flora is the ...