Business
Hawai’i Loa DAR to Hold Awards Luncheon
The Hawai’i Loa Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution will honor three individuals and two organizations.
May Hawaiian Airlines Flights Most Punctual in US
Hawaiian Airlines was the US airline industry’s top-ranked carrier for on-time performance in May, according to a recent US Department of Transportation report.
West Hawai’i Real Estate: Sweet Deals and Stunners
Big Island Now has begun its series of real estate articles featuring affordably priced “Sweet Deals” and big-buck “Stunners.”
Pacific Media Group Sponsors HIplan Competition
HIplan organizers have selected Pacific Media Group as the official media sponsor of its upcoming Hawai‘i Island Business Plan Competition.
Entrepreneurs Launch $25,000 HIplan Competition
The HIplan launch event will be held on at the Wainaku Executive Center on Thursday, July 21, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Island Air Completes 99.5% of Flights in Second Quarter
Island Air completed 99.6% of its 1,006 scheduled flights and cancelled four flights, with 91% of its flights arriving on time in June 2016.
Hawai‘i Electric Conducts Aerial Line Inspections
Hawai‘i Electric Light Company will conduct aerial line inspections of its major overhead transmission lines through Thursday, July 14, 2016.
Hawaii SBDC to Host Franchise Workshop
If you’ve ever wonder what it would be like to own a franchise or to franchise your own existing business, attend an upcoming workshop hosted by Hawaii SBDC.
North Hawai‘i Hospital Gets New President, VP
The Queen’s Health Systems has selected a new president and an interim vice president/chief nursing officer.
Demystify Your Electronic Devices at Verizon Workshop
You can simplify your life after one easy class that teaches you how to streamline your Apple and Android devices.
Hawaiian Hale Building Workshop Rescheduled
The Hawaii Forest Institute has rescheduled its traditional Hawaiian Hale Building Workshop from July 9 to Saturday, July 16, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Show & Shine for School Supplies July 16
A car show at Lanihau Center in Kailua-Kona on Saturday, July 16, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. will help support the center’s annual drive for school supplies.
Hawaiian Airlines Begins KOA-HND Ticket Sales
Hawaiian Airlines will begin its new non-stop service between Hawai‘i Island’s Kona International Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda International Airport on Dec. 20.
Big Island Real Estate Prices Near Record High
Median prices in several Hawai‘i County markets are steadily recovering toward pre-recession levels, while one market in particular saw explosive sales growth.
Kona Stories Books to Commemorate Shadow’s Passing
Kona Stories Book Store will hold a special memorial event on Saturday, July 9, 2016, in honor of it’s mascot, Shadow, who passed away on July 2, 2016.
Island Air Offers 48-Hour Fare Sale
Island Air’s 48-hour summer fare special on its newest routes to Kona and Līhu‘e begins Wednesday, July 6, and ends Thursday, July 7.
Hilo Designers to Help Create Hawaiian Airlines Livery
Hawaiian Airlines has enlisted Hilo-based design studio Sig Zane Kaiao to join a a fashion collective to help create the airline’s first new uniform since 2008.
Walmart Launches Smartphone Pay Service
Walmart has introduced Walmart Pay—a fast, easy and secure way for customers to pay with their smartphones in Walmart stores.
Parker School Student Attends Gifted Writers Camp
Kyra Matsuda, a Parker School (Waimea) student, has been selected to participate in a creative writing and cultural exchange program for promising young writers.
Kona-Kohala Chamber Announces Pūalu Winners
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce announced its 2016 Pūalu Award winners on Friday, June 24, at its annual installation banquet at the Four Seasons Hualalai.
