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Algae Research May Produce Energy With Negative CO2 Emissions
Researchers at UH at Hilo, and Duke and Cornell Universities have authored a study that suggests making croplands more efficient through algae production.
REPORT: Hawai‘i Wages Lower Than U.S. Average
Hawai‘i’s average labor earnings and wages, in general, are lower than the U.S. average.
Hawaiian Electric & GRID2020 Tag Team DER
GRID20/20 is paving the way for the global industry’s planning engineers to cost-effectively gain access to key data.
Big Island Dairy Donates Milk to O‘ahu Public Housing Complex
State Representative John M. Mizuno and Big Island Dairy Farmers announces that Big Island Dairy Farm donated 500 half gallons of fresh local milk.
2018 Hawai‘i Island Business Plan Competition Launch Event
The Hawaii Island Business Plan Competition (HIplan) announces it’s 3rd Annual Competition with a launch event at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo on Wednesday, April 18, 2018.
Hawaiʻi Workforce Development Program Seeks Local Businesses
LEI is the largest workforce development program in the state and focuses on the hospitality industry.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Island to Receive Over $500K for New Accessible Buses
The DOT will award $576,000 in funding to the County of Hawai‘i Mass Transit Agency (Hele-On Bus) for the purchase and deployment of new accessible buses.
New Transportation Strategy Outlines Transition to EVs
Hawaiʻi “poised to be a leader” as global shift to EVs accelerates.
Study: Hawai‘i Among Worst States in Nation for Physicians
Physicians in Hawai‘i earn less than nearly all other U.S. states.
Māmaki Association to Hold Inaugural Conference
The Māmaki Association will launch with the Inaugural Māmaki Conference that will be held at Puʻu Waʻawaʻa Ranch in North Kona on Friday, April 6.
Hawai‘i Public Libraries to Observe Good Friday Holiday
In observance of Good Friday on March 30, 2018, all public libraries and library support offices will be closed.
Petco Announces Opening Date
Another major mainland chain store will open in Prince Kūhiō Plaza soon, following the TJ Maxx opening last month.
Tax Cut Means Electric Bill Reduction for Customers
Customers of Hawai‘i Electric Light will see lower electric bills if a rate adjustment proposal submitted to the Public Utilities Commission is approved.
One-Way Traffic on Kapi‘olani for Easter Season Activities
In observance of the 2018 Easter season activities at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hilo, there will be a temporary one-way traffic pattern on Kapiʻolani Street.
New Dual-Enrollment Program for UH Mānoa and Hawai‘i CC
UH announces that the College of Social Sciences at the UH Mānoa and Hawaiʻi CC have collaborated for a new online dual-enrollment opportunity called the Aloha Pathway.
PISCES Accepting Apps for Women’s STARS Program
Twelve students will be selected to participate in the program, which will be held from July 9 to 13, 2018.
Family Medicine Residency Program Announces 5th Class of Residents
Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation aims to train and retain primary care providers to relieve the severe shortage and improve access to healthcare in Hawai‘i.
Hawaiian & JAL Begin Codeshare Ticket Sales
Hawaiian Airlines and Japan Airlines, began sales of their highly-anticipated codeshare flights for travel on Sunday, March 25, 2018.
County Offices to Close on March 26 & 30
County of Hawai’i offices will be closed for business on Monday, March 26, and Friday, March 30, 2018, for two state holidays.
What Happens To Scrap Tires on the Big Island
Hawai‘i County Mayor’s Office announces that over one million motor vehicle tires are imported into Hawai‘i each year.
