Business
IRS: Visits to Taxpayer Assistance Centers Require Appointments
The Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers that IRS offices provide service by appointment.
Sustainable Transportation Forum Held in Hilo
At the Sustainable Transportation Forum held in Hilo on Thursday, Feb. 15, 201, some of the ideas shared were reducing the amount of miles vehicles travel.
New East Hawai‘i Pet Resort Opens for Business
Pau Hana Pet Resort, a luxury dog boarding and doggy daycare facility in Kea‘au, officially opened its doggie door on Jan. 1, 2018.
Tip-A-Cop for Special Olympics
The Hawai‘i Police Department is hoping to top it previous fundraising efforts for Special Olympics East Hawaiʻi and help the nonprofit reach its goal.
Harbors Division Receives Upgraded Bond Rating
HDOT announces that the Fitch Ratings affirmed that it has upgraded the HDOT Harbors Division’s revenue bonds.
Kaiser Recognizes Hawai‘i Doctors for National Award
Kaiser Permanente recognized Hawai‘i Island physician Daryl Kurozawa and Tammi Onaha as recipients of the national David Lawrence Community Service Award.
Albizia Removal and Control Projects Planned
The Hawai‘i Island Albizia Task Force is pleased to announce over $1 million of albizia removal and control projects are planned for 2018.
Support Group for Cancer Patients and Families
North Hawai‘i Community Hospital’s offers a monthly support group for cancer patients from throughout Hawai‘i Island, as well as their families and caregivers.
Kona-Kohala Chamber Networking Event Open to the Public
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event, AfterHours.
Better Business Bureau Scholarships Available for Hawai‘i Students
The Better Business Bureau Northwest & Pacific announces that they are extending the application deadline for the 2018 Students of Integrity Scholarship.
Hilton Waikoloa Village Replaces Plastic Straws with Sustainable Alternatives
THE LAST STRAW: To care for Hawai‘i’s marine environment, the Hilton Waikoloa Village switches to compostable paper straws in its food and beverage operations.
Hawai‘i Island Living + Design Show
Coming up on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 17 and 18, the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce presents the 13th Annual Hawai‘i Island Living+Design Show.
AARP to Hold Retirement Planning Workshops
AARP Hawai‘i is offering free Think of Your Future workshops in Waimea, Kailua-Kona and Hilo over the next few weeks.
EPA Reaches Agreement With Syngenta for Farmworker Safety Violations
Syngenta will develop a curriculum and training materials tailored to local growers who face pesticide compliance challenges related to language, literacy, geographic and cultural factors.
Community Meetings Regarding Proposed Increase in General Excise Tax
The Mayor’s office is encouraging the public to attend community meetings scheduled islandwide regarding a proposed .05% General Excise Tax (GET) surcharge.
Presentation on Bio-Based Economy
A public lecture on developing a sustainable bio-based economy, will be held by Peter Matlock of the Joint BioEnergy Institute.
Writers, Agents, Publishers to Attend Writers Conference
Writers, literary agents and publishers will convene on Kaua‘i this fall to take part in the fourth annual Kaua‘i Writers Conference.
Hawai‘i School Counselors Care
In celebration of National School Counseling Week, counselor Silvia Koch shares the joys and challenges of the profession.
UH Press to Publish Rapa Nui Journal
Rapa Nui Journal includes studies on Easter Island and the Eastern Polynesian region.
Companies Ask Approval to Seek New Renewable Projects
Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai‘i Electric Light Companies are asking the Public Utilities Commission for approval to seek new renewable projects.
