Business
PKP Plans Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Prince Kuhio Plaza is getting a multi-million dollar facelift that is scheduled to be completed by the 2015 holiday season.
Mauna Kea Resort Appoints VP of Operations
Mauna Kea Resort has announced Craig Anderson as its vice president of operations.
CVS/Longs Drugs Taking Over Mina Pharmacies
Mina Pharmacy locations in Hilo and Kona will be acquired by Longs Drugs effective April 13.
National SBA Recognition for Sen. Ruderman
Small Business Person of the Year winners have been announced by Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet, head of the United States Small Business Administration.
Sen. Ruderman Named ‘Small Business Person of the Year’
Senator Russell Ruderman was named State of Hawai’i Small Business Person of the year by the U.S. Small Business Administration Hawai’i District Office.
Isemoto Named Outstanding Union Builder of the Year
Leslie Isemoto, president and chief operating officer of Isemoto Contracting Company, has been named the 2015 Outstanding Union Builder of the Year.
McDonalds Hawai’i Donates to HS Robotics Programs
McDonalds Hawai’i donated $46,000 to robotics teams at the 2015 FIRST Hawai’i Robotic Regional Competition.
NextEra, HEI Merger Approved by FERC
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved the merger of NextEra Energy and Hawaiian Electric Industries.
Hawai’i Ranked in Tax Help Analysis
Hawai’i was ranked eleventh in the country when it comes to overall finding tax help.
February Unemployment Rate Remains Steady
A steady unemployment rate, compared to last February, has been reported by the Hawai’i State Department of Labor & Industrial Relations.
Kim Announced as Vice President of Blue Zones Project Hawaii
Kim will oversee project aiming to improvement community well-being in Hawaii.
Report: Astronomy Impacts State Economy with Over $168 Million
Report released by UHERO tallies numbers for astronomy sector spending in 2012 statewide.
WallHub: Hawai’i Taxes Some of the Worst
A new analysis conducted by WalletHub has revealed Hawai’i as one of the least tax-friendly states.
Prince Resorts Hawaii Promotes New Director of Group Sales
Naomi Grace promoted after long track record of dedicated service to Mauna Kea Resort.
Pier 1 Imports Prepares to Open at PKP
Pier 1 Imports is preparing for its Friday grand opening at the Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
March 18 Proclaimed Pacific Biodiesel Day
Governor David Ige and Lieutenant Governor Shan Tsutsui have proclaimed March 18 Pacific Biodiesel Day.
Online Travel Companies Ordered to Pay Hawai’i Taxes
Nine online travel companies have been ordered by the Hawai’i Supreme Court to pay back taxes for Hawai’i hotel rooms booked on their websites.
Old Navy Coming Soon to PKP
This fall, Old Navy will open in the Prince Kuhio Plaza, according to a company official.
Hawaii Ranked in Top-Ten States with Lowest Tax-Burden
Study assesses tax burden per capita for each state nationwide.
Palomar Announces Windstorm Insurance for Hawai’i
A new type of windstorm-hurricane insurance will now be offered in Hawai’i by Palomar Specialty Insurance Company.
