Business
Paniolo Power Will Withdraw from Utility Merger
Paniolo Power Company, LLC has announced its plans to withdraw from the Hawaiian Electric Companies/NextEra Energy, Inc merger docket.
Island Insurance Makes Nations Top List Again
Island Insurance Company, for the eight consecutive year, has made the list of top 50 property and casualty insurers in the nation.
West Hawai’i Community Health Center Opens Fifth Location
The West Hawai’i Community Health Center opened its fifth location on Monday
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Names GM
Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa has appointed a new general manager in Steve Yannarell.
State to Receive Nearly $1M from Chase in Settlement
Nearly $1 million will be received by the State of Hawai’i in a joint federal-state settlement involving unlawful credit card debt collection practices by Chase.
KKCC Pūalu Awards
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s Pūalu Awards were recently awarded to nine individuals, businesses, or organizations within seven categories.
Hawai’i Ranked Worst State to Make a Living
Residents of Hawai’i get 55 cents per dollar, contributing to the state’s position as the worst to make a living in.
Richard Named Regional Director of Sales at Starwood
David Richard was recently named Starwood Hotels & Resorts’ regional director of sales and marketing.
Townsend Named Sierra Club Hawai’i Director
Marti Townsend has been named the Hawai’i Chapter of the Sierra Club’s newest Director.
Hawai’i Forest & Trail Grows into New Kona Headquarters
Hawai’i Forest & Trail has a new headquarters located in the Kaloko Industrial Park in Kona.
PKP Confirms Old Navy Opening
Prince Kuhio Plaza officials have confirmed that Old Navy will occupy a storefront near the recently opened Pier 1 Imports.
Water Board Names Okamoto DWS Chief Engineer
Keith Okamoto was named as the Department of Water Supply’s Manager-Chief of Engineering by the Water Board.
HIUW Names Campaign Chair
Hawai’i Island United Way named its 2015-2016 campaign chair at its annual meeting and recognition.
Hawaiian Air Names Security and Compliance Director
Hawaiian Airlines announced Tuesday that it has named John MacMichael its new Director of Information Security and Compliance.
Easter Seals Hawai’i to Receive $28K Donation
HFS Federal Credit Union raised $28,000 in member and staff donations for Easter Seals Hawai’i.
KKCC to Host Community Business Workshop
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will present a public business-related workshop on June 25.
Hawaiian Telcom’s Yeaman to Take Leading Role at FHB
Big island raised Eric K. Yeaman, former President and Chief Executive Officer of Hawaiian Telcom, has been named First Hawaiian Bank’s new President and COO.
CVS Health Plans Target Pharmacy Take-Over
Target pharmacies throughout the country, including two on the Big Island, will be acquired by CVS Health and rebranded.
Big Island Gas Prices Rival Honolulu
Gas prices in Hilo are averaging $3.26 for regular fuel, the same that Honolulu motorists are paying.
Hawaiian Remains Top On-Time Airline
During the month of April, Hawaiian Airlines improved its on-time rate of 92.7 percent, better than any airline in the country.
