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$300K Raised by Hawaiʻi Residents to Support Local Charities
Nearly $300,000 was raised from thousands of walkers and runners who gathered to raise funds to benefit dozens of the island’s non-profit organizations.
Last Day to Register for Kahakai Elementary Summer Enrichment Program
Kahakai will offer both academics and enrichment classes including Kindergarten Readiness, Jump Start for Incoming Grades, 1st and 2nd Grade Jump Start, Hula Halau O’ Kahakai, ‘Ukulele, Art and more.
Habitat West Hawai‘i Receives $1500 Grant
Habitat for Humanity West Hawai‘i says the grant will go towards the Key Ohana home.
Outdoor Science Professional Development Program for Teachers
West Hawai‘i teachers and their students will have opportunity to leave the classroom and study the island’s ahupua‘a
Unemployment Numbers Continue to Fall on Hawai‘i Island
Unemployment rates in Hawai‘i County are at 3.1 percent for March, 2017, down from 3.8 percent last year.
Kona-Kohala Chamber to Host AfterHours Event, May 17
The event is open to the public and attendees will learn about the marina’s business community and West Hawaiʻi’s ocean recreation industry.
IRS Reminds Tax-Exempt Organizations to File by May 15
Many Tax-Exempt organizations must File by May 15; IRS reminds to not include social security mumbers or personal data
HCFCU Welcomes New Human Resource Manager
Leigh will be responsible for the Human Resources and Training Departments, and will oversee the Credit Union’s performance management, employee relations and service excellence.
Hawai‘i Community Foundation Announces New CEO
The Hawai‘i Community Foundation announced today that Micah Kāne will be the new chief executive officer beginning July 1.
Hawaiian Airlines Hits Milestone in Fuel Use Reduction
Hawaiian Airlines recently achieved a milestone in is continuing effort to reduce jet fuel consumption and emissions.
Big Island Student Among Winners of Memorial Day Poster Contest
One of the winners was Saige DeloSantos, fourth grader from Keaukaha Elementary School.
DoubleTree Hilo to Honor Late Sen. Gilbert Kahele
The DoubleTree by Hilton in Hilo will unveil “Kahele Point” in Honor of Late Hawai’i Senator Gilbert “Gil” Kahele.
Global Survey Leads to Hawai‘i Coral Bleaching Recovery Plan
A committee surveyed opinions and best practices from experts around the world and analyzed peer-reviewed literature related to coral bleaching and recovery.
2017 Legislative Update Meeting at UH Hilo
Sen. Kahele will provide a legislative update at UH Hilo on Monday, May 15, 2017 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Hu Honua Reaches Agreement with HELCO on Biomass Plant
Hu Honua can resume construction on its half-completed facility and begin delivering clean, firm renewable energy by the end of 2018.
John A. Burns School of Medicine Posts First Faculty Member on Big Island
The John A. Burns School of Medicine in Honolulu has placed one of its paid faculty members on the Big Island for the first time.
Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club Opens
Marriott’s Waikoloa Ocean Club overlooking ‘Anaeho‘omalu Bay is now open on the western shore of Hawaiʻi Island.
Hawaiian Airlines to Relocate to Terminal 5 at LAX
Hawaiian Airlines will move to Terminal 5 from Terminal 2 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) effective May 17.
Statewide Adult Corrections Officer Recruitment Open
The Department of Public Safety is looking on all islands for applicants interested in becoming adult corrections officers.
Island Air and Jin Air Partner to Connect Destination Flights
Island Air and Jin Air have entered an inter-airline agreement to connect flights in Hawaii, Korea and Southeast Asia.
