Business
Sally’s to Sell Rare Admission Day Newspapers
The Salvation Army’s family thrift store, The Sally Shop in Hilo, will sell rare Admission Day newspapers on Friday, Aug. 19.
Hawai‘i Island Leaders Join Omidyar Fellows
Omidyar Fellows has selected 14 emerging executives for its 2016-2017 program, including two from Hawai‘i Island—Brad Bennett and Kyle Chock.
Kona Village Resort to Reopen
Kamehameha Schools and Kennedy Wilson have reached a final agreement on a ground lease of the Kona Village Resort property on Hawai‘i island.
Hawaiian Most Punctual Airline in US in June
Hawaiian Airlines completed the month of June 2016 as the US airline industry’s top-ranked carrier for on-time performance,
Qigong Master to Offer Workshops in Hilo
Dr. Liu Ya Fei will discuss this medical form of qigong on Monday Aug. 22, 2016, 7 to 9 p.m., at the UH-Hilo University Campus Board, room 100.
Kona Dance and Performing Arts Studio Opens
Kona Dance and Performing Arts, a new nonprofit arts organization in Kealakekua, held its grand opening on Aug. 13, hosting over 250 keiki and adults.
Paradise Helicopters Enrolls in New Service Plan
Paradise Helicopter is the first helicopter tour company to enroll its fleet of Bell 407s in Bell Helicopter’s Customer Advantage Plans, a new service solution.
Forum Explores Ways to Improve Big Island Workforce
The forum was the first of its kind to unite education and industry leaders to discuss current obstacles and viable solutions to benefit West Hawai’i’s economy.
Kohala Student Wins HI Pride T-Shirt Design Contest
Brigette Agustin’s design incorporates the Hawai‘i island chain to form the letters “HI” in “HI Pride.”
Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit
Register online for the second annual Hawai‘i Island Women’s Leadership Summit, scheduled for Friday, Aug. 26, 2016, at the Hilton Waikoloa Village.
DLNR Website to Provide Conservation Congress Info
The DLNR has established a special website for information on the upcoming International Union for Conservation of Nature World Conservation Congress Hawai‘i.
Phishing Scheme Targets Tax Professionals
The email scheme is the latest in a series of attempts by fraudsters to use the IRS or other tax issues as a cover to trick people into sharing information.
Zumba Fundraiser for Domestic Violence Shelter
On Saturday, Aug. 27, zumba teachers from Kona, Waimea, Honokaʻa and Hilo will join forces at the Sheraton Kona for “Light The Night,” a zumba fundraiser.
Verizon Offers Android & iPhone Workshops
Verizon is offering free, in-store workshops to keep the community updated and informed on their latest devices—Androids and Apple iPhones.
Free Brown Bag Talk: Employee Recognition
The nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center will host a free talk on Thursday, Aug. 18, as part of its “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace” Brown Bag Lunch Series.
Preview of Coming Attractions: Waikoloa Luxury Cinemas
Since most of North Hawai‘i gets its movie fix in Kona or Honoka‘a or from Netflix on the sofa, Waikoloa Luxury Cinemas is date night waiting to happen.
2016 BIAN Fall Horticultural Show and Plant Sale
The BIAN will host the island’s largest plant sale, with educational booths and more on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 2 and 3, at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium.
Michael Fujimoto Joins Parker Ranch Board
Parker Ranch Inc. has appointed Michael “Mike” Fujimoto to its Board of Directors.
UH Community Colleges Rated Most Affordable in US
Hawaiʻi ranked third overall as the most affordable state when considering the percentage of family income required to finance a public higher education.
KTA Continues Centennial Celebration
Hilo resident Shimomi Araujo is the final $1,000 Shopping Spree winner of KTA’s Centennial Customer Appreciation Celebration.
