Business
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.
Honolulu Donates Buses to Big Island
The City & County of Honolulu donated seven buses from Honolulu’s TheBus fleet to Hawa‘i County’s Hele-On bus fleet on Thursday, June 29, 2017.
Subs, Part-Time Teacher Not Entitled to $56M in Back Wages
Hawai‘i Supreme Court: Certain substitute and part-time teachers who had worked for the state between 2000 and 2012 are not entitled to back wages or interest.
Free Consulting for Hawai‘i-Based Manufacturers
The High Technology Development Corporation invites Hawai‘i-based manufacturing companies to take advantage of its new, free consulting through INNOVATE Hawaii.
Native Hawaiian Healthcare Programs Receive Over $10M
The programs support ongoing wellness and preventive health services for Native Hawaiians across the state.
Hawai‘i Libraries to Close on July 4
In observance of the Independence Day 2017 Holiday, all public libraries and library support offices will be closed on Tuesday, July 4.
Pāhoa Redemption Center to Close Until Further Notice
The Pāhoa HI-5 Certified Redemption Center located at the Pāhoa Recycling & Transfer Station will close effective July 1, 2017, until further notice.
Kealakekua Library Open 10 More Hours Plus Thursdays
Kealakekua Public Library has added 10 more hours to its public service schedule and will now be open on Thursdays.
UH Receives Presigious Research Accreditation
UH is now recognized as a top research institution that follows rigorous standards for ethics, quality and protections while conducting human research.
Stock Up for Beach Fun at Kona Town Market Night
The public is invited to visit Hospice of Kona’s Memory Lane Thrift Store booth at Kona Town Night Market on Saturday, July 1, at Brewery Block in Kona.
UH Disaster Preparedness Center to Receive $5M
The National Disaster Preparedness Training Center at UH Mānoa will receive a $5 million grant to fund its ongoing disaster preparedness programs.
Vehicle Reg/Driver’s License Computer System Down
The Hawai’i County Vehicle Registration and Licensing Division is unable to process vehicle registrations and driver’s licenses due to a computer breakdown.
Hawaiian ‘Ukulele and Guitar to Open in Hilo
Hawaiian ‘Ukulele and Guitar will open a new location in Hilo in July 2017, kicking off with a reception on Tuesday, July 4.
