Business
Kona Master Roaster Is Hawaii’s Top Employee
Laura Ross, a “local girl” from Kamuela, was named Hawaii’s top retail employee of the year for her work as Master Roster at Hula Daddy Kona Coffee.
Big Island Sets Pace in New Auto Sales
New car sales on the Big Island outpaced the rest of the state during the first half of 2013.
Online Travel Companies Hit with $246 Million Judgement
The ruling is the final judgement against nine online travel companies selling Hawai`i hotel rooms.
Kona Coffee Farm Gets Study Grant
Arianna Farms was awarded a $25,000 USDA grant to study how to make drying coffee less costly and more efficient.
State Jobless Rate Falls, Big Isle Highest
Hawaii’s unemployment rate is as low as it’s been since August 2008.
Mac Nut Firm Posts 2nd Quarter Loss
Royal Hawaii Orchards struggles to transition from bulk sales of macadamia nuts to retail sales of mac nut products.
HPR Takes Over Ka`u Radio Station
KAHU-FM, Ka`u’s only radio station, has been transferred to Hawaii Public Radio which plans to be on the air within four weeks.
Shop Celebrates 40, Giving Away Cars
Auto Body Hawaii in Kona is giving low-income families refurbished cars this Friday to celebrate its 40th anniversary.
Hilo’s Jason Johnson Named Volcano House Chef
Hilo born-and-raised chef Jason Johnson has been named manager of culinary activities at Volcano House Restaurant.
Kay LC Restaurant in Hilo Closing, “Kenichi” Opening
Hilo’s popular Kay LC restaurant is closing Aug. 15 and will reopen as ramen noodle house by the end of the month.
‘Agbusiness’ Classes Help Plan Growth
New Hawaii Community College “agbusiness” classes apply business and marketing skills to agriculture.
Zippy’s Opens to Long Lines in Hilo
Zippy’s restaurant and Napoleon’s Bakery opened to long lines Aug. 1 at Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
New Execs Named at Sheraton Kona Resort
Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa names Matthew Grauso new hotel manager, and Revell Newton new general manager.
Zumiez Opens in Hilo
National action sports gear and clothing retailer Zumiez has opened a store in Prince Kuhio Plaza in Hilo.
Wednesday is Deadline to Apply for Walmart Product Program
July 31 is the deadline to apply for the “Get it on the Shelf” program at Walmart, in which businesses compete to get their products featured on Walmart.com.
Biz Wrap: Big Island Coffee Wins Big at Cupping Competition
In business news this week, Big Island coffee farms scored big at a coffee cupping competition on Kauai last week.
Job Fair for Veterans Aug. 2 in Hilo
A job and resource fair for veterans will be held Aug. 2 at Hawaii Community College in Hilo. The job fair includes free workshops on resume writing and career exploration.
Grand Opening This Saturday for Waimea Pet Grooming Business
Happy Tails To You pet grooming, which recently moved to Aina Hou Animal Hospital in Waimea, will hold a grand opening this Saturday with free pet seminars and door prizes.
Hilina`i Bookkeeping Opens in Hilo
Hilina’i Bookkeeping and Payroll Services recently opening in Hilo in the Manono Marketplace.
Bookkeeping Workshop for Non-Accountants Offered Aug. 1
Hawaii Small Business Development Center will offer an accounting fundamentals class for non-accountants on August 1 in Hilo.
