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Tuition Increase for UH Schools Approved
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents approved a tuition increase for the 10-campus system over a three-year period.
Pacific Media Group Becomes KKCC Platinum Sponsor
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Pacific Media Group has recently become a Mauna Kea – Platinum Membership sponsor.
YWCA Preschool Lunch Program Receives Walmart Grant
YWCA of Hawaii Island awarded $30,000 grant from Walmart Foundation to provide a year of free lunches for preschool children.
Pacific-Wide Storytelling Initiative Launches
Pacific Resources for Education and Learning has launched the Pacific Storytellers Cooperative, an Internet platform for stories from the Pacific Islands.
Hawai‘i CC to Hold Enrollment Workshops
Hawai‘i Community College’s Express Admissions Day workshops, which will be held on July 28, will help prospective students navigate the enrollment process.
KAPA Radio to Host Back to School Supply Drive
KAPA Hawaiian FM, in partnership with Hawaii Island United Way, will hold a school supplies drive on Saturday, July 23, at the Hilo and Kona WalMart stores.
HEI Withdraws Request for Natural Gas Generation Upgrades
HEI withdrew its applications for approval of a liquefied natural gas contract with Fortis Hawaii Energy Inc. as well as other plans…
Hilo Ranks in Top 10 Retirement-Friendly Towns
According to a recent study from SmartAsset, Hilo ranks number 8 in a list of the state’s 10 tax-friendliest places for retirees in Hawai‘i.
Over 100,000 Log Onto KP.ORG
Over 100,000 registered users have logged onto kp.org, representing a milestone in Kaiser Permanente’s push to provide convenient digital services in Hawai‘i.
Game Management Advisory Commission Seeks Members
Individuals who want to represent the interests of local hunters and participate in resource management can apply to serve on a Game Advisory Commission.
PUC Says No to HECO-NextEra Merger
The PUC concluded that the proposal for the $4.3 billion purchase of HEI by NextEra failed to demonstrate that the merger is “in the public interest.”
IRS Offers Tax Tips for Members of Military
While the tax season is behind us, the IRS has provided tax information specific to the military, particularly those who may have requested an extension…
Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy Names New Board Chair
Scott Bradley has been named chairman of the Board of Trustees at Hawai‘i Preparatory Academy in Waimea.
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.
