Business
Proceedings to Investigate Performance-Based Regulation for Electric Companies
A proceeding to investigate performance-based regulation for the Hawaiian Electric Companies has been opened by the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission (PUC).
Goodfellow Bros. Awarded Pōhakuloa Quarry Contract
The U.S. Army has awarded Goodfellow Bros. Inc. a $34.9 million contract for the production of blue rock basalt in Pōhakuloa Quarry.
Industrial Hemp Trial Program to Begin
The State of Hawai‘i’s Industrial Hemp Pilot Program will begin accepting applications for licenses to grow the crop beginning Wednesday, April 18, 2018.
Kui‘kahi Mediation Center Brown Bag Lunch Series Continues
The Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center invites the public to another lunch-and-learn series with a focus on “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace.”
Hawai‘i Senate Confirms PUC Commissioner
The Hawai‘i State Senate voted to advise and consent on Jennifer Potter to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) on Monday, April 16, 2018.
UHH Students Attend Tomodachi Daiwa House Leadership Conference
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo announces that three students were recently selected to participate in a student leadership conference sponsored by the Tomodachi Daiwa House.
HCFCU Presents Free Youth Month Events
Parents who want their teens to get a head start on financial independence and planning for the future may take part in HCFCU National Credit Union Youth Month events.
Last-Minute Tax Tips; E-file for Convenience, Faster Refund
The Internal Revenue Service offers taxpayers still working on their 2017 taxes a number of tips.
Hawai‘i Gas Prices Rise 6.5 Cents Per Gallon
Gas prices on April 14 were 51.9 cents per gallon higher than the same day one year ago and are 9.5 cents per gallon higher than a month ago.
Workshop: Skills for Transforming Conflict with Confidence
The Kui‘kahi Mediation Center presents a workshop entitled “Conflict is an Opportunity:
Skills for Transforming Conflict with Confidence.”
Mulch Procedures & Availability at County Facilities
In order to minimize the spread of invasive species such as insects, weeds and diseases, the mulch at the East Hawai‘i Organics Facility in Hilo undergoes an enhancement process.
Habitat for Humanity Restore Grand Reopening
Habitat for Humanity Hawai’i Island will celebrate the grand reopening of its new Hilo ReStore on Saturday, April 21, at its new location at 863 Iolani St.
Hawai‘i County Seeking Applicants for Boards, Commissions
The County of Hawai’i is seeking applicants to fill vacancies in various boards and commissions.
Enrollment in UH Hilo Psychology Graduate Program Resumes
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo announces that the Psychology Department is admitting a new cohort of 19 students in the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Counseling Psychology.
KCH First Blue Zones Project Approved Hospital on the Big Island
Kona Community Hospital (KCH) announces they are celebrating their recognition as the first hospital to become Blue Zones Project Approved on Hawai‘i Island.
HCFCU Announces New Manager for Kaloko Branch
Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union announced that Rose Kagawa has been named manager of its Kaloko Branch.
HCFCU Appoints De Luz Jr. as Board Member
Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) announces the appointment of Hawai‘i Island business owner and community supporter David De Luz Jr. as its new board member.
Students Explore Interests with Parker ‘Interim’
Parker middle and upper school announces that students explored interests and passions outside the classroom with the school’s annual Interim held Thursday and Friday, April 5 and 6.
Public Invited: Kona-Kohala Chamber AfterHours & Kuleana Green Business Fair
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event on Wednesday, April 18, at NELHA Hale ‘Iako in Kailua-Kona.
KTA Express Opens in Kealakekua
KTA Super Stores has announced the opening of KTA Express Kealakekua, the company’s first new store since the opening of KTA Waikoloa Village in 1990.
