Business
Business Wrap: Kohala Resorts Rank for Best in the World
In business news, two resorts on the Kohala coast have received prestigious recognition and the Kona Jet Ski is up for sale.
New HGTV Show Features Big Island Real Estate Firm
HGTV launches a new show next month focusing on a Big Island real estate firm.
Hawaii-Built App Helps Homeowners in Disasters
A Hawaii-based company has developed an app to help homeowners in the event of a disaster.
Website Offers Tips on Getting out of Debt
Just in time for the holidays, a federal government websites offers tips for Hawaii residents on money management, credit counseling, and debt consolidation.
Home Sales Down, Condo Prices Up
The dramatic rise in condo prices last month was the only positive news in the latest housing statistics for the Big Island.
Business Wrap: New Art Gallery in Waikoloa; Radio Station Loses Tower
A Pahala radio station dismantles its tower while a Kona resort adds staff and a new art gallery opens in Waikoloa.
Learn the Art of the Business Pitch at Dec. 11 Workshop
An interactive workshop for people interested in perfecting the art of the business pitch will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 11, at the NELHA Gateway Center in Kailua-Kona.
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Holding Gift Drive Dec. 12
KKCC will hold its 2012 gift drive for local during its monthly After Hours networking event at the Sheraton Kona Resort and Spa on December 12.
Business Networking Tuesday Night in Waimea
An informal business networking event will be held Dec. 4 in Waimea at the Red Water Cafe.
Business Wrap: Openings, Expansions, and Closings
From interior design to car audio systems, Big Island businesses continue to expand and grow. Restaurants on the other hand, have a notoriously high failure rate.
Kamikaze Sushi & Vietnamese Food: Banking on Broth
Owners pin their success on the national dish of Vietnam.
Hawaii Consumers of LCD Flat Screens Part of Price Fixing Settlement
If you bought a flat screen TV, monitor, or laptop in recent years you may be eligible for a refund under the terms of a $1.1 billion settlement fund.
Matson Raising Hawaii Shipping Rates
Starting January 1, Matson will increase its 2013 westbound Hawaii service rates by $225 per container.
Big Island Carbon Files For Bankruptcy, Seeks Buyer
A Kawaihae company honored last year for its technology is looking to reorganize under a bankruptcy filing.
Hilo Bay Soup Company: a One-Man Show with Attitude
Former home builder teams up with New York restaurateur to target the Hilo soup and sandwich crowd.
Christmas Wreath Entries Sought from Kea`au Businesses
The deadline for Kea`au businesses to submit entries for the annual Kea`au community Christmas wreath competition is this Friday.
Kona Beach Steak House Opens in Kona
The owners of an Indian restaurant on Ali‘i Drive have now opened a steak and seafood restaurant in the same location.
Business Wrap: Book Store Opens 2nd Store, Uncle Robert’s Closes
A variety of stores are expanding in both east and west Hawaii, while a popular night time market is closed due to bad behavior.
