Business
Biz Quickies: IHOP Serving Up Free Pancakes
Also, Hamakua Mushrooms new on Sam Choy’s Poke Fest menu, county grants available, visitor numbers stay mixed, and Burger King’s attempt at Lent.
Plant Your Own Koa Tree On Legacy Forest Tour
A new eco-tour package allows guests to plant and dedicate their very own Koa Legacy Tree, Hawaii’s most famous indigenous hardwood.
HPU Plans Big Island Feed Lab
The Big Island could host a new research facility that could help the island’s food sustainability and self-sufficiency.
Biz Quickies: Big Isle Auto Sales Rebound Highest in State
Brief news items about Big Island business. This week’s mentions: Big Island Air, KK Entertainment, Big Island Chocolate Festival, Hualala Academy.
Biz Quickies: Storing Energy, Watching Whales, Filling Rooms
The county and state will be exploring the growing business of energy storage at the Big Island’s Hawaii Ocean Science and Technology park.
Bill Mandates Electric Charging Stations in Parking Lots
The bill would require at least one electric car charging station in parking lots with 100 or more stalls.
County Leaders to Address Kona-Kohala Chamber
Business people and the community will have an opportunity to meet Mayor Bill Kenoi and members of his cabinet in an informal luncheon setting.
Biz Quickies: Cigarettes, Dogs On A Stick, Liens, Bankruptcies
In this edition: CVS quits tobacco sales, isle home prices climb, Hot Dog on a Stick bankruptcy, HFS Federal Credit Union launches its 2014 scholarships, and more.
Biz Quickies: Cool Pahoa, Hilo Lanes Grill, Kona Surf Fest
Business news briefs from around the Big Island, with mentions of: Kona Surf Film Fest, Hilo Lanes Grill up for lease, vote for Pahoa, accommodation statistics, and more.
Kalapana Village Cafe Closed, Kaimu Store Expanding
The Kalapana Village Cafe closed on Jan. 18, making way for expansion of the Kaimu Corner Store.
New Unemployment Claims Fall On Big Island
The Big Island is bucking the statewide trend on filing new claims.
Biz Quickies: HMSA, KTA, BOH, PISCES
HMSA is building a new two-story administration building and call center in Keaau, while KTA Super Stores will match donations to bring Hawaii Public Radio to East Hawaii.
Biz Quickies: Suisan, Donkey Balls, Geocaching
Mentioned in this week’s column: Geocaching Kailua, Hale Moana B&B, Pau Hana business meetings, food distribution company Suisan.
Housing Prices Moving Up On The Big Island
The median price of homes on the Big Island is rising along with the number of sales in many districts.
Biz Quickies: Kona Brewing, NELHA, Mango Court, Hawi
A new fine artisan food restaurant, new execs at NELHA, and visitor recognition for Hawaii and Hawi top this week’s Quickies.
New Brewery Owner Awaiting Permit, Will Retool
Hawaii Nui and Mehana Brewery’s new owner expects to resume production in March.
Biz Quickies: Hilo Paint Job, Starbucks Prizes, Ocean Adventure
The painting is about to begin with a “pre-paint” party Friday in Downtown Hilo.
Bamboo Garden Under New Owner
Waylen Leopoldino’s recipe for success includes the tried and true — good food, fun, friends and family.
Biz Quickies: Kona Brewers, Food Network, Merriman’s
The Food Network is looking for restaurateurs, the Kona Brewer’s Fest is on tap, and Peter Merriman celebrates by giving back.
