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Shunya Ku'ulei Arakaki's master bathroom ceiling cakes in due to storm, revealing mold and gunk. Photo by: Shunya Ku'ulei Arakaki
Storm Floods O’ahu, Affects Communities
Keilana Yandall • May 26, 2026
Water fountain filtration indicating maintainance is required, followed by a red blinking light to show poor water quality. Photo by Poli’ahu Cootey-Garcia
McKinley Running Dry
Poli'ahu Cootey-Garcia, Reporter • May 21, 2026
The Difficulties: Student struggles
Ellie Gonzaga • May 10, 2026
Senior Council Reflects on Fun Yet Stressful Year
Phone Ban Takes Effect Next Year
In Memoriam: Dianne Boons
Review: ‘Gachiakuta’ – It Is Absolute Trash
Commendation: The Dynamic Duo Wiring Robotics Success
Review: Dispatch – A Game About Second Chances
Athletes Note Pros and Cons of Social Media
Beyond the Court: Lessons from the Girls’ Basketball Team’s Kona Trip
Tigers Rep the Black and Gold
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