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Hawai’i Chevron to be Acquired by One Rock Capital Partners
Chevron U.S.A. operations in Hawai’i will be acquired by Island Energy Services, LLC, a subsidiary of One Rock Capital Partners, LP.
Hawaiian Airlines Keeps ‘Most Punctual’ Status in February
Hawaiian Airlines also held the top rank for on-time arrivals in January with an on-time percentage of arrivals on schedule at 91.7 percent, and in December, on-time percentage of 93 percent.
Hu Honua Names Komeiji to Board of Directors
The company also named two new members of its advisory board.
ILWU, Kaiser Reach Tentative Contract Agreement
Employees are expected to conduct a ratification vote beginning on April 18 and will conclude on April 21.
Island Air Plans Big Island Expansion
Island Air will use a check-in ticket counter in Terminal 1, and its arrivals and departures will be out of Gate 5 at Kona International Airport.
McDonald’s Hawai’i Awards $26K in Employee Tuition Assistance
Archways to Opportunity is a set of programs that have been developed to support McDonald’s employees throughout the United States in pursuing their educational goals.
Hawaiian Airlines Names New VP of Financial Planning and Analysis
In his new role, Noel Villamil will lead all aspects of strategic financial planning, forecasting, and projects. He will also oversee Hawaiian’s financial governance and capital budgeting process.
Hawai’i Employment Forecasted to Expand by 2.6 Percent
Growth will be led by the construction industry, according to the forecast, with a growth rate of 12.1 percent and the creation of 3,880 new jobs. Across all other industries, except natural resources and mining, growth is also anticipated.
Hawai’i Energy Offers Ratepayers Free Energy Saving Kits
Ratepayers can choose from one of the two free kits: the “Water and Energy Saver Kit” and the “Negawatt Kit.”
Hawai’i Ranked Second Highest Tax Burden in U.S.
Hawai’i was ranked with the second Overall Tax Burden at 11.86 percent and was number one when it came to Total Sales & Gross Receipts Tax Burden at 6.95 percent.
Kona Fuel Sees Moderate Average Increases After Stalling
Regular fuel averaged $2.62 in Hilo, while regular fuel in Kona averaged $2.85.
Analysis: Hilo International Airport Ranked Among Top Small Airports
The ranking is based on the reports of 170,000 travelers between November 2015 and February 2016.
Kaiser Seeks Local Participants for National Research Bank
The research, which entails members providing genetic and environmental information, is designed to improve health care, treatment, and preventative disease for generations to come.
KAPA Hawaiian FM, HIUW Distribute 3,000 Pairs of Slippers
The project is one of three annual events of the Kākoʻo I Nā Keiki-Support the Keiki Project,
Dr. Grace Chen Named Among Top Hawai’i Dentists
Honolulu Magazine released its list of honorees, including the long-time Big Island resident among dentist professionals in Hawai’i.
Kuikahi Receives $5K to Support Elementary Mediation
Kukikahi Mediation Center recently received a $5,000 donation from First Hawaiian Bank in support of its Peer Mediation Elementary School Pilot Project.
Hawaiian Airlines Expands Training in Anticipation of New A321neo Fleet
The airline announced on Wednesday that an agreement with Lockheed Martin Commercial Flights had been entered to purchase a FFS.
McDonald’s Donates $45K to Robotics
An extra $1,000 will go to five schools, including Kealakehe High School, that are headed to the FIRST World Championship competition in St. Louis, Mo. this month.
KCH Recognizes ICU for Infection Prevention
Kona Community Hospital recently recognized its Intensive Care Unit for infection prevention.
NHCH Offers Nursing Scholarship Opportunities
Two scholarships are being offered by the North Hawai’i Community Hospital to support individuals going into the nursing field.
