Business
HEPA Accepting Scholarship Applications
The funds are from the Hawai’i Emergency Physicians Associated, Inc., the physicians who staff the Hilo Medical Center’s emergency room and Hale Ho’ola Hamakua in Honoka’a.
As Tax Filing Deadline Nears, Officials Warn Against Scams
The United States Justice Department urges the public to be weary of dishonest tax return preparers
Hawai’i’s United Laundry Services Partner to Fight Infections
In 2012, the PC/Network was formed by UMF to work towards the reduction of healthcare-associated infections.
Gov. Ige: Hawai‘i to Save $32.8 M Through GO Bond Sale
Previously issued at a higher interest rate, the bonds fund construction or the acquisition of public improvement projects like public buildings, elementary and secondary schools, and university facilities.
Hawaiian Electric Seeks to Expand Smart Grid Technology
In its proposal, Hawaiian Electric is requesting permission to install smart grid technology for near half-a-million customers on the Big Island, Maui County, and Oahu.
Pahoa Elementary Principal Among Leadership Award Nominees
Pahoa Elementary School principal Michelle Payne-Arakaki is in the running for the award.
Hawai’i Forest and Trail Nestles into New Hilo Storefront
The new storefront is located along Kamehameha Highway in Downtown Hilo.
KapohoKine to Serve as Exclusive Grand Naniloa Hilo Activity Agent
Under an $18.5 million renovation of the Hilo Naniloa Hotel and Golf Club, KapohoKine Adventures was signed as the exclusive activity agent for the hotel.
KKCC to Host Annual Luncheon in Early April
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s annual luncheon will be held at the Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay on Tuesday, April 5.
Kailua-Kona Fuel Average Cracks, Hilo Fuel Fluctuates
Regular fuel in Hilo was an average of $2.55 on Monday, while Kona’s regular gas continues to hang on to an average of $2.79.
HIFMR Announces Third Class of Recruits
The National Resident Match Program matched Vincent Giani, MD, Ashley Noelani Kong, Tereza Molfino, MD, and Kapaakea Charles Puaa, MD with HIFMR.
Hawaiian Airlines Hangs On to Most Punctual Airline Status
The statics were recently reported in the United States Department of Transportation’s Air Travel Consumer Report for the month of January.
Robotics Week Fundraiser at McDonald’s
McDonald’s Restaurants of Hawai’i will donate money from purchases of select breakfast sandwiches to local robotics teams participating in the FIRST in Hawai’i Robotics Regional Competition.
Hardly Any Movement in Island-Wide Fuel Averages
Regular fuel in Hilo was an average of $2.55 on Tuesday, while Kona’s regular gas continues to hang on to an average of $2.79.
Big Island Unemployment Number Rises Slightly
Hawai’i’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate dropped by a tenth of a percent in January to 3.2 percent from the revised adjusted employment rate of 3.3 percent in December.
Paradise Helicopters First in HAI Safety Program Certification
The air tour company operates out of both the Kona and Hilo International Airports, as well as the Turtle Bay Resort on Oahu.
Manufacturing and Innovation Sector Funding Boosts Available
Each of the programs provides funding to support the development and growth of technology research and development companies, along with manufacturers and energy development companies.
HTDC Selected to Join TechHire Program
Hawai’i’s High Technology Development Corporation was selected by President Barack Obama to participate in the program.
Weekly Fuel Costs Clench Steady Averages
Regular fuel in Hilo was an average of $2.54 on Monday, while Kona’s regular gas continues to hang on to an average of $2.79.
Walmart: Higher Wages Coming for Hawai’i Employees
Officials announced Monday that a total of 3,800 Walmart employees across the state will soon receive a pay raise.
