Business
Lex Brodie’s Pahoa Serving Final Customers Thursday
Lex Brodie’s Pahoa location will finish up existing service before cleaning up its store, removing tires and equipment before the projected arrival of lava.
Eyeland EyeDoc Will Suspend Pahoa Operations After Thursday
Eyeland EyeDoc announced Tuesday that as of Thursday, Dec. 18, operations at its Pahoa location will be suspended.
Hawai’i Forest & Trail Expanding Operations
Hawai’i Forest & Trail is expanding its 21-year operation and pair its Hilo tour operation together with Big Island Trading Company.
Matson Lowers Fuel Surcharge for Island Services
A drop in bunker fuel prices will allow the shipping company to drop fuel surcharges by two percent, effective Dec. 21.
Decline in Unemployment Leads to Decreased Contribution Rates
A decrease in unemployment rates statewide means a decrease in contribution rates for employers, according to the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations.
Two Positions Appointed at Mauna Kea Beach Resort
The Mauna Kea Beach Resort has appointed Scott Main as the the resort’s new golf maintenance director and Polly Pagdilao as the resort’s executive sous chef.
Waikoloa Beach Resort Ranked by TripAdvisor
TripAdvisor.com has ranked Waikoloa Beach Resort as number eight on a list of “Destinations on the Rise” in the United States.
Hospitality Advisors: Island Timeshare Visitors Decrease
The Big Island had the lowest rate of timeshare occupancy during the second quarter of 2014. Hawai’i County also had the only decrease in occupancy compared to the same period last year.
Honsador Gains New Investor for Growth
Honsador has announced that Grey Mountain Partners has invested in the company in order to support the company’s growth.
Nutrex-Hawai’i Will Donate Proceeds as Part of #GiveTuesday
Nutrex-Hawai’i will be donating 10 percent of its online sales to the Hawai’i School and Garden Network Dec. 2 as part of #GiveTuesday.
WalletHub Ranks Hawai’i 8th in Frugality
A WalletHub study ranked Hawai’i as the 8th most frugal state, following a metric of 10 key components.
Aloha Information Center Opening in Downtown Hilo
Destination Hilo is scheduled to open its Aloha Information Center at the kiosk near the Mo’oheau Bus Station Nov. 22.
Kona Brewing to Expand ‘Liquid Aloha’ to Canada
Kona Brewing Company will take distribution to Canada. In late November the company will debut at The Hopscotch Whisky Beer and Spirits Festival in Vancouver.
Hawai’i Cargo Shipping Service Slims in Horizon Lines Sale
In the transaction, Pasha Hawai’i will acquire Horizon Lines’ Hawai’i trade-line service. Matson will then acquire Horizon Lines in a merger.
Matson to Reduce Fuel Surcharges in Early November
Matson will be reducing Hawai’i and Guam/CNMI fuel surcharges by five percent beginning Nov. 2.
HHSC West Hawai’i Names New Medical Director
Dr. Richard McDowell, MD, FACEP, has been named the new Medical Director of the Hawai’i Health Systems Corporation West Hawai’i Region.
Rudy Project Ramps Up for IRONMAN
The official helmet manufacturer of the IRONMAN is gearing up for Saturday’s triathlon in Kailua-Kona.
Waikoloa Dental Clinic Opens in Queens’ Marketplace
Dr. Craig Fostvedt returned to the island earlier this year after tending to family needs on the mainland.
Michael Kors Opens in Waikoloa’s Kings’ Shops
The luxury clothing and accessory store opened its doors Thursday on the Macy’s Resort Store end of the Kings’ Shops.
Guild Guitar Company Names Big Island Representative
Hawaiian Ukulele and Guitar is offering a discount on Guild Guitars as part of its new brand representation.
