Business
Mi’s Italian Wine Market Gambles on ‘Gourmet’
Owners of Mi’s Italian Bistro open a gourmet food store focused on wine and ready-to-eat gourmet foods.
UPDATE: Savio Wants Waiakea Villas for Pagoda Hotel
The owner of Oahu’s popular Pagoda hotel is looking to expand the brand with a new budget-conscious hotel in Hilo.
Big Island Home Prices and Sales See Big Gains
Last month the volume of home sales on island was up 20% compared to the same month last year while condo sales were up a whopping 67%.
Business Networking Tonight in Waimea & Nov 14 in Waikoloa
KKCC will offer two networking events this month: an informal gathering tonight in Waimea and its monthly After Hours mixer at Lava Lava Beach Club next week.
Lani’s Island Snack Shack Targets Local Cravings
New gift shop uses scratch-made shave ice syrups and direct sourcing of ingredients to lure customers.
Business Wrap: Busy Week for Big Isle Real Estate
In real estate related business news this week, the sale of affordable homes in Waikoloa got the green light and the Waimea Country Club was officially sold.
Celebrate Hilo’s Entrepreneurs with Black and White Night
If there’s ever a time to get to know area businesses, this is it.
Big Island Bankruptcies Continue Downward Trend
The number of bankruptcies continues to drop on the Big Island and across the state.
Free Small Business Help Available Tomorrow
The Business Action Center will be open tomorrow as part of the state’s biweekly outreach to assist Big Island residents with business registration forms.
Lighthouse Deli in Hawi Expanding
A popular Hawi eatery is expanding to include longer hours and a bar.
Kohala Center Receives Grant for Farmer Training Program
At least 40 new farmers in Hamakua will be given business training and other assistance as part of a nationwide initiative to increase local food production.
Biz Wrap: Job Fair for Vets, New Name for Kayaking Company
There’s a job fair for veterans next month in Kona, Hu Honua Bioenergy has a new General Manager, and a Kealakekua kayaking company has a new name and location.
Business Fair Workshop Today; Business Fair This Weekend
A business workshop/networking event will be held this afternoon and evening in Hilo, leading up to a two-day business fair tomorrow and Saturday at the Civic.
Annual Workshop on Sheep and Goats for Island Ranchers
A two-day annual workshop on raising sheep and goats will be held at Kahua Ranch on November 9 and 10.
Governor Releases $91.9 Million for CIP Projects Statewide
Governor Abercrombie released more than $91 million in CIP funds for various projects around the state, including at least $13.9 million for the Big Island.
Business Wrap: Verizon Expands 4G Network; Flower Sales Down
Business news this week included good news about unemployment, but the economic picture is less rosy for flower and nursery farms.
State Unemployment Drops Below 6% for First Time Since 2008
The state’s unemployment rate dropped to the lowest level since December 2008 according to data released today by the Dept. of Labor & Industrial Relations.
Speed Networking Tomorrow in Kona
KKCC is holding a speed networking event for West Hawaii business professionals tomorrow at the West Hawaii Civic Center from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Island Princess Acquires Gift Company Asano of Hawaii
Keaau-based Island Princess, already well known for its chocolate confections, announced the purchase of Japanese gift company Asano of Hawaii.
State Encourages Realtors to Renew Their Licenses Online
DCCA is encouraging local real estate professionals to renew their licenses online before the end of the year.
