Business
Hawaiian Electric Companies Corporate Donations Exceed $1M in 2018
For the year ending 2018, the Hawaiian Electric Companies contributed a total of $1,052,650 to support hundreds of nonprofit, charitable and social welfare organizations.
Hawai‘i Visitor Statistics Released for January 2019
Visitors to the Hawaiian Islands spent a total of $1.62 billion in January 2019, a decrease of 3.8% compared to January 2018.
Traffic Signal Work Along Kanoelehua Avenue
Motorists are advised to drive with caution as the traffic signal timing has been updated along Kanoelehua Avenue from Kawailani Street to Kekūanāo’a Street.
Southwest Airlines Inches Closer to Hawai‘i Service
Southwest Airlines’ plans for its first-ever service from the Mainland to Hawai‘i is inching closer to becoming reality.
Pāhala Recycling & Transfer Station Public Information Meeting
The Department of Environmental Management Solid Waste Division invites the Pāhala community and users of the Pāhala Transfer Station to attend an informational meeting.
TSA to Host Recruitment & Hiring Event in Kailua-Kona
The TSA will hold a recruiting and hiring event on the Big Island for to fill Transportation Security Officers vacancies at Kona international Airport.
McMillan Named Hawai‘i Director of Book Trust
Book Trust has selected Katie McMillan as its new Hawai‘i Director.
Hilton Waikoloa Village Appoints Lesher as Food & Beverage Director
Hilton Waikoloa Village has appointed Wendle Lesher as the resort’s new food and beverage director.
Parks & Recreation Seeks Applicants for Temporary Summer Fun Jobs
Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation has extended its deadline seeking applicants for temporary summer jobs working with keiki who attend its 2019 Summer Fun Program.
UH to Receive $1 M for STEM Scholarships
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono reported that the University of Hawai‘i will receive $1 million in support from the National Science Foundation.
Applications Now Accepted for Community Challenge Grant Program
AARP is now accepting applications for the 2019 Community Challenge grant program to fund “quick-action” projects that spark change in local communities.
UH Utilizes Blue Pillar’s Energy IoT Platform
Blue Pillar announced the completion of an Energy Internet of Things (IoT) platform across the University of Hawaiʻi System’s 10 campuses.
County Housing Department’s Administration Section Moves to New Location
Hawai‘i County Mayor’s office reports that the Administration section of the Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) has relocated.
WORKSHOP: Government Contracting 101
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center will be offering a workshop, “Government Contracting 101.”
Connect Hawaii Hosting Free Home Buyers Workshop
Do you dream of owning your own home, but don’t know where to start?
Kaiser Welcomes 2 New Physicians to Hawai‘i Island
Five doctors have joined Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i facilities on O‘ahu and Hawai‘i Island.
Farmers, Fishermen Face March 1, Tax Deadline
Farmers and fishermen who chose to forgo making quarterly estimated tax payments that they must file their 2018 Form 1040 along with a payment for all taxes owed by Friday, March 1, 2019.
Hospice of Kona Seeking Volunteers
From patient companions and respite aides to office and event helpers, Hospice of Kona (HOK) is seeking a range of volunteers.
Public Invited to ‘Lawmakers Listen’ at Waimea School
The public is invited to join Rep. David A. Tarnas (North Kona, North Kohala, South Kohala) and members of the House of Representatives Leadership team.
CPB Appoints Shima as Assistant VP & Trust Officer
Eri Shima joins Central Pacific Bank’s Wealth Management division as assistant vice president and trust officer.
