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Hilo gains 8 new nurses graduating from innovative ‘earn-and-learn’ program

Nonprofit Healthcare Association of Hawaiʻi’s CNA+ to LPN Bridge program enables working certified nurse aides to become licensed practical nurses without having to leave their jobs to attend school or take labs.

Credit union shows support for nonprofits that provide critical services at risk of funding shortfall

Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union announces gifts of $25,000 each for the Hawai‘i Resilience Fund at Hawai‘i Community Foundation and Safety Net Fund at Aloha United Way as part of the statewide “Aloha for Hawai‘i” giving campaign.

Fourth-quarter forecast: Hawai‘i faces mild recession, weak recovery in 2026

Inflation, while currently low, will rise next year as tariffs continue to pass through to consumer prices; construction remains the one consistently strong sector, supported by major new federal contracts and ongoing housing and infrastructure needs.

Hawaiian Airlines surprises 14 nonprofits with combined 7M Atmos Rewards points

Special gift is airline’s way to celebrate Giving Tuesday, new loyalty program and mark its commitment to local nonprofits that rely on air travel to deliver essential services in Hawai‘i and beyond.

Hawai‘i unemployment down to 2.5% in September; jobs increase 9,500 from 2024

There were 669,850 people employed in September and 17,200 unemployed for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,000 statewide.

Business Monday: Hilo International Airport opens new café inside the terminal

The newly opened Laniākea Café in the Hilo International Airport terminal offers travelers an all-day menu of food, coffee and alcoholic beverages from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day.

Honolulu Cookie Company, Hawaiian Airlines team up for sweet surprise to delight of travelers

The Hawai’i-based brands partnered to give some extra aloha and holiday cheer to people on several flights Thursday (Dec. 4) by greeting them with complimentary peppermint macadamia cookies on World Cookie Day.

Popular cheese products recalled for potential bacterial contamination

The recalled cheese products are from the Locatelli, Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark brands sold through Sam’s Club and Foodland in Hawai‘i, which were potentially contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis.

Business Monday: From cattle to sustainable pet food, Kamuela ranchers innovate with leftover animal parts

Celebrate Cyber Monday with Pawniolo Pets, a family business that sells raw pet food and treats made fresh on their ranch using only extra parts from grass-fed cows and other local animals.

CONSUMER ALERT: Hawaiʻi shoppers urged to know their refund, exchange rights

“Understanding your rights before you buy can help prevent disputes and protect your wallet” during the busy holiday shopping season, said Hawaiʻi Office of Consumer Protection Executive Director Mana Moriarty.

Aloha United Way CEO takes part in Nasdaq closing bell ceremony Tuesday in New York City

Aloha United Way President and CEO Michelle Bartell joined senior leaders from the United Way network at Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square for the 4 p.m. bell ringing on Tuesday.

Business Monday: ‘Goose’ Williams started this holiday craft fair in Kona 44 years ago

The Christmas Treasures Gift, Jewelry, Art and Crafts Fair will take place this week on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday.

Castle Resorts & Hotels names Oneha new sales, distribution and marketing chief

Oneha in his new position will focus on driving revenue growth and developing comprehensive sales strategies throughout the organization.

Hawaiʻi County Council passes first reading of bill to prohibit use of disposable plastic

Bill 53 aims to align Hawaiʻi County with goals set forth by the county’s Zero Waste Plan that was adopted in 2007.

Hawai‘i Giving Machines return in 2025, vending joy and igniting holiday cheer

There will be two Big Island locations community members can find the big red vending machines to donate to people in need; one will be at Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo and the other at Queens’ Marketplace in Waikōloa.

Rate increase for Hawai‘i shipping company starts in January

The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for the limited liability company, Young Brothers, effective Jan. 1, 2026.

Business Monday: Wahine-owned business bottles harmony, healing from Hawaiʻi blossoms

Melia Goodenow has spent three decades harnessing the healing energies of Hawaii’s indigenous flowers through Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals and nine different flower essences.

Trump administration removes most coffee products from reciprocal tariffs

U.S. Representatives Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi and William Timmons of South Carolina co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Coffee Caucus that urged the administration to remove coffee from tariffs in an effort to protect American jobs and secure a stable supply chain.

Quarterly meeting scheduled for Hāmākua Energy

Hāmākua Energy supplies 20% of the electricity on Hawai‘i Island, and is continuing its ongoing partnership with Hawaiian Electric Company to deliver reliable, cost-effective energy to feed the utility’s grid for island residents and businesses.

White Guava Café gets go-ahead to reopen nearly month after closed for multiple food safety violations

The Hilo restaurant was closed until further notice after receiving a red placard in mid-October from state food safety officials because of several violations, not the least of which was a roach infestation.
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