Leis are traditionally a symbol for celebration, made up of a fragrant garland of flowers. In Southern California, the most popular leis are made from dendrobium orchids, in either purple or white.

At commencement time, new graduates don their decorated caps and gowns, waving diplomas as they smile for photos. But many graduates also wear lei — made from flowers, candies, or ribbons around their ...

After countless years at her craft, Nellie Lua’s fingers have found a rhythm. The 68-year-old jabs a needle through the bottom of each carnation blossom and tugs the frilly flower along the thread. In ...

Whether you are finishing high school or some form of higher education, graduation is an enormous accomplishment in a student's journey. Four years of dedication and discipline is finally being ...

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Parents of some Leilehua High School students have started a petition to protest a ban on lei at this year’s graduation ceremony. A letter was recently sent home explaining ...