Business
Libraries Closed on Kamehameha Day
In observance of the Kamehameha Day 2016 Holiday, all public libraries in Hawai‘i will be closed on Friday, June 10. Some will also be closed on Saturday.
KTA Super Stores Shopping Spree Winner Announced
The winner of KTA Super Stores Kailua-Kona $1,000 Shopping Spree is William Hussey.
Department of Ag Celebrates Homeownership Month
In addition to mortgage financing, USDA provides grants and loans to help rural homeowners make improvements or repairs.
Free Window Screening Workshop in Kona
A free window screening workshop will be held on Thursday, June 16, at the Lowe’s Kona store location from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Lili‘uokalani Gardens Seeking Volunteers
Kenji Kuroshima of Friends of Lili‘uokalani Gardens will lead efforts to complete the year-long bamboo thinning project and other projects.
State Government Upgrades GIS System
The state has made upgrades to its geographic information system that take advantage of current advances in server-based GIS and cloud services…
UH Hilo Offer Non-Credit Classes in June
The University of Hawai‘i Hilo College of Continuing Education and Community Serviceis offering non-credit professional development courses in June 2016.
Fireworks Permits Available Through July 4
Fire Chief Darren Rosario announced that firework permits are being issued through Monday, July 4, 2016, at 8 p.m. Each permit costs $25 and will entitle the holder to purchase up to 5,000 individual firecrackers. Permits will be issued to persons 18 years of age or older and are non-transferable, and non-refundable. Permits are not required for novelties and […]
Hilo Gala to Kick Off Orchid Show & Sale
Hilo Orchid Show Gala Preview Party will be held on Thursday, June 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium.
HCFCU Offers Free Homeownership Seminar
The Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union will host a free educational seminar on the “ABCs of Homeownership” in Kailua-Kona on Saturday, June 4.
Chocolate Factory Earns TripAdvisor Award
The Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory recently received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence.
Visitor Numbers Up .8 %, Spending Up 13.1%
Hawai‘i Island experienced little growth in visitor arrivals (+.8%) in April 2016, but a notable gain in visitor expenditures (+13.1%).
KapohoKine Adventures Helps Fill Food Basket Shelves
For the 7th year, KapohoKine Adventures gave away free ziplining to kama‘āina over Memorial Day weekend. Kama‘āina brought non-perishable food donations.
South Kohala Wind Farm: How Will It Work?
The South Kohala wind farm will consist of five wind turbines that will produce a total of 3.3 megawatts of power.
‘Imiloa Brings Hawai‘i Night Sky to DC, NYC
‘Imiloa will share what the night sky looks like over Hawai‘i through planetarium presentations in Washington, DC, and New York City.
Big Island Schools Earn Awards for Active Living
Three schools on Hawai‘i Island received cash awards to fund the purchase of physical activity and sports equipment or support wellness initiatives on campus.
HPA Students Among 25 Selected in Writing Contest
Sofia Howard and William Wawner, both of Hawai’i Preparatory Academy, were each selected for their pieces “A Spider’s Web” and “The Point of No Return,” respectively.
Kona Drug Court Collects Food for the Hungry
The drug court choose to support the food basket for its efforts in providing food resources for those in need.
First Blue Zones Approved School in Hilo
The school was recognized by the Blue Zones Project team for its outstanding achievement and commitment to student well-being with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its May Day celebration.
New Spa Opens within Waikoloa’s Kings’ Shops
The new spa offers a variety of treatments and services, ranging from Swedish, Lomi-Lomi, and reflexology massages to body exfoliation.
