Business
UH Hilo Chancellor Moves to UH System Position
UH at Hilo Chancellor Don Straney will move to a UH Systemwide leadership role as vice president of academic planning and policy effective Aug. 1.
Hospice of Kona Royal Tea Fundraiser Tickets Available
The ninth annual Hospice of Kona Royal Tea Party will be held on Sunday, Aug. 13 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Four Seasons Hualalai Resort.
HELCO Extends $10K Rebate for New Nissan LEAF
Nissan North America’s $10,000 rebate offer on the all-electric 2017 LEAF sedan has been extended through Sept. 30 for Hawaiʻi Electric Light Company customers.
Gov. Ige Reappoints Three Land Use Commissioners
The three are considered holdover commissioners and their re-appointments are subject to Senate confirmation.
Record Number of Medical Students Will Attend 5-Month Training
Thirty-nine JABSOM medical students will attend this year’s longitudinal clerkship program.
New Book Offers Simple Advice for ‘Getting Affairs in Order’
“A Guide to Getting Affairs in Order” helps people prepare paperwork and make their final wishes known.
County Wins Financial Reporting Award for 29th Year in Row
The County of Hawai‘i first received the award in 1988 and has won it every year since.
AARP Accepting Applications for Community Challenge Grants
The deadline to apply is July 15, 2017, and projects must be completed by November 1, 2017.
DaKineQ BBQ, Burgers & Tacos Set Roll in Fall
DaKineQ will bring the tastes of Texas to two new locations in the Kona, Kohala and Kamuela areas of the Big Island this fall.
Christmas in July in Kona: Art, Gift, Jewelry & Craft Fair
The 25th annual Joann “GOOSE” Williams Christmas in July Art, Gift, Jewelry and Craft Fair will be held at the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel on July 15.
Habitat for Humanity’s Blitz Build Offers Giveaway Series
Each week leading up to the Blitz Build, individuals signing up to be a volunteer will be entered into a drawing to win a prize from the organization.
Local Health Centers Receive $4 Million
Bay Clinic on Hawai‘i Island will receive $1,006,129 of that money.
North Hawai‘i Community Hospital to Host Forum
Hospital officials will provide an update on services and facilities, including ER expansion plans, and discuss physician recruitment and new technology.
Members Sought for National Boating Safety Advisory Council
The U.S. Coast Guard is seeking applications for membership on the National Boating Safety Advisory Council.
West Hawai‘i Transmission Line Upgrades Completed
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company has completed the final phase of transmission line upgrades along Highway 190 in West Hawai‘i.
HFS Federal Credit Union Raises over $26,000 for Hospice
HFS Federal Credit Union members and staff have raised over $26,000 for Big Island hospice centers.
ʻChristmas in Julyʻ Crafts Fair Returns to Kona on July 15
Support local craftspeople and artists and find an assortment of unique, handmade gifts for friends and family.
Puna Community Medical Center Partnering with Hilo Medical Center
The partnership aims to improve health and urgent care services for Puna residents.
Malama Honua Fund Awards Five Schools and Organizations
Each selectee received a $500 award toward projects and programs that benefit Hawai‘i Islandʻs land, community and/or culture.
Biofueled Emergency Power Generators Operational at HNL
The $23 million power facility can power Honolulu airport in the event of an emergency.
