Business
Biz Wrap: First Friday Tonight in Hilo
In business news around the island this week, Hilo Downtown Improvement Association is holding its monthly First Friday Art Walk tonight in an effort to draw people to downtown businesses.
Economist Paul Brewbaker Featured Speaker at Realtor’s Meeting
Hawaii economist Paul Brewbaker will be the featured speaker at the Hawaii Island Realtors annual general meeting July 18 in Waimea.
Matson Reducing Fuel Surcharge
Matson announced it will reduce its fuel related surcharges starting July 7, the third consecutive decrease this year.
Free Small Business Help Available July 11 and 25
The Business Action Center will be open on July 11 and July 25 as part of the state’s outreach to assist Big Island residents with business information.
Biz Wrap: Food Producers Sought for Ag Festival
In island business news, Mealani’s Taste of the Hawaiian Range is looking for agricultural festival vendors, and initial unemployment claims dropped slightly.
Simulated Shooting Range Opens in Kona
A West Hawaii couple has opened the state’s first indoor simulated shooting range in Kona.
Two East Hawaii Events to Mark National Social Media Day
Two tweet-ups will be held in East Hawai’i this Sunday, June 30, as part of National Social Media Day.
Hawaii Youth Business Center Offering Marketing Workshops
A four-part workshop series on global marketing will start on July 10 at the Hawaii Youth Business Center in Pahoa.
Governor Signs Bill to Make Homeownership More Accessible
Gov. Abercrombie signed legislation last Friday that will bring homeownership within reach for more island families.
Biz Wrap: Lex Brodies Opens Fast Lube Store
Lex Brodies opens its first Fast Lube store on the Big Island, while Hilo Coffee Mill wins a TripAdvisor award.
Statewide Unemployment Dropped to 4.7% Last Month
State officials announced today that Hawaii’s unemployment rate has dropped to 4.7%, nearly 3% lower than the national average.
Mt. Everest Climber to Speak at Kona Chamber Luncheon
World-renowned mountaineer and inspirational speaker Gary Guller will be the featured speaker at the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s annual installation luncheon June 28.
Free Smartphone Classes Offered This Month
Free workshops on using smartphones and tablets will be offered at Verizon Wireless stores in Kona and Hilo this month.
National Small Business Week Starts Today
As part of National Small Business Week, the Small Business Administration and the IRS are offering free online seminars geared toward business owners.
Biz Wrap: Entrepreneur Workshop; Kona Chamber App
In business news around the island this week, the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce has a new app and a workshop on how to start a business will be held next Thursday in Hilo.
Hawaii Island Chamber Installation Banquet June 24
Gov. Abercrombie will be the keynote speaker at the Hawaii Island Chamber of Commerce annual installation banquet in Hilo on June 24.
Royal Hawaiian Orchards Names New Interim President
The president of Hawaii Island’s largest macadamia nut company was terminated from the company last week.
Free Small Business Help Available Thursday and June 27
The Business Action Center will be open on Thursday and on June 27 as part of the state’s outreach to assist Big Island residents with business information.
New Longs Drugs Now Open in Waimea
A grand opening and blessing was held today for a new Longs Drugs store in Waimea.
Biz Wrap: The Rim Restaurant Opens; KAHU Radio Closes
In business news around the island this week, the YWCA plans to honor two east Hawai‘i women and Ka‘u loses its only radio station.
