Business

Intrastate barge operator reports 5.3% increase in volume over first three quarters of 2013.

A Hilo art gallery is staging a benefit for the Hawaii Island Humane Society and will have animals ready for adoption at the event.

Kambucha, a bubbly brew of sweetened green tea believed to have certain health benefits, is becoming popular quickly on the Big Island.

A Health & Beauty Trade Show Sunday at Aunty Sally’s Luau House will feature vendors, a fashion show, and a fundraiser for typhoon victims in the Philippines.

Independently-owned yogurt bar caters to downtown Hilo’s sweet tooth.

Too many customers turned out to be a problem for the newly opened Tin Shack Bakery in Pahoa, but customers aren’t complaining.

Historic Kailua Village is the focus of an effort to install a new nighttime lighting design that goes beyond just safety and security. Courtesy photo.

Made-to-order sushi, sake-soy pork belly and more can be found at the restaurant’s new seaside location.

Tracie Yoshimoto, who shopped at the Most Irresistible Shop with her mom when she was a kid, has purchased the business from its founder and long-time Hilo businesswoman Sally Mermel.

First Hawaiian Bank will open a new branch in the former Blockbuster at Prince Kuhio Plaza and close its Kamehameha branch on Waianuenue Ave. next year.

College of Business and Economics major Mark Tokuuke finished first in the international version of the Business Strategy Game, a popular business simulation used in undergraduate and MBA programs all over the world. UHH photo.

More than 45 employers will be attending the event, offering both paid positions and internships to students.

Hawaiian Airlines announced new direct flights between Los Angeles and Kona next summer.

The Four Seasons Resort at Hualalai was named the top resort in Hawaii by readers of Conde Naste Travel magazine.

A “brand” opening celebration will herald the new HouseMart brand for Maui Varieties Limited, owners of Ace Hardware and Ben Franklin stores in four states, including Hawaii and the Big Island.

Frustration is mounting in Volcano Village as the federal government shutdown continues to put a huge dent in the local economy.

Hotel occupancy is down but room rates are higher, pushing revenues higher in the Big Island’s hospitality industry.

Big Island home and condominium sales make strong gains in September while sale prices climb.

The Nature Conservancy is taking votes for Hawaii’s favorite green restaurant.

Verizon Wireless offers free workshops to learn how to master your smart phone.