Business
KCH, HHSC West Hawai’i Region Board Chairman Dies
Kona Community Hospital officials say William Cliff died “suddenly” while on vacation with his family. Cliff was 75 years old.
Chef Choy to Highlight KKCC Annual Building & Design Expo
Celebrity Chef Sam Choy will be a featured guest at the event;and will conduct a live cooking demonstration and book signing, along with a feature of his newest kitchen accessory line.
Hilo, Kona Gas Prices Keep Within Trends
Regular fuel in Hilo was averaging $2.55 on Monday, while regular fuel in Kailua-Kona was $2.79 on average.
KCH Bids Aloha to Retiring Oncologist
Beginning Monday, Feb. 1, The Queen’s Health System will provide radiation oncology physician coverage daily to the KCH Radiation Oncology Clinic.
Tourism Industry Breaks Records in 2015
A record amount of visitors and spending came through the islands in 2015, according to preliminary year-end statistics put out by the Hawai’i Tourism Authority this week.
Big Island’s First Old Navy Store Opens in PKP
Dozens gathered Wednesday evening as store General Manager Mindy Juan took part in the traditional untying of the maile lei at the 15,600-square foot store, located within the Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
First Insurance Co. Donates over $600K in 2015
Donations from the company in 2015 included $319,140 from the FICOH Charitable Foundation and over $216,470 in FICOH corporate donations.
Jan. 31 Deadline to Enroll for 2016 Healthcare Coverage
Anyone previously enrolled who does not re-enroll will be not be insured.
KTA Kicks Off 28th Supermarket Safety Poster Contest
KTA Super Stores is ready to kick off its 28th consecutive Supermarket Safety Poster Contest.
Hawaiian Airlines Donates $25K to ‘Imi Hale
The donation is part of the airlines’ “Time is Precious” breast cancer awareness campaign.
Refunds Offered to Pregnant Travelers Booked to Zika-Infected Areas
Zika has been linked to birth defects in babies.
Big Island Fuel Averages Balance Out
Regular fuel in Hilo averaged $2.57 on Monday, while Kona saw an average of $2.79 for regular fuel.
TripAdvisor: Kalaekilohana Named Among Top Small U.S. Hotels
Kalaekilohana Inn & Retreat ranked moved up five spots after ranking eighth in 2015.
HTLA Moves to New Office
The Hawai’i Lodging and Tourism Association will remain in Waikiki, but will move into a larger suite in the Waikiki Business Plaza.
HFI’s MAHALO ‘AINA Raises $60K
The public-private initiative aims to protect and perpetuate Hawai’i’s forests and has raised funds through its grassroots fundraising efforts.
Ku’ikahi Receives $5K Grant from Hawai’i Electric
Ku’ikahi Mediation Center was a recent recipient of a $5,000 grant from Hawai’i Electric Light.
Four Seasons Hualalai Hangs onto AAA Five Diamond Star Statue
The Four Seasons Resort Hualalai was initially named to the list in 1998.
Big Island Gas Prices Fluctuate, National Prices Drop
On Monday, regular fuel prices in Hilo were averaging $2.56. Kona regular fuel costs were an average of $2.79.
Kaiser Permanente Employees Give Back
The day of service is Kaiser Permanente Hawai’i’s 11th Annual Day of Service.
