Business
New Coffee Varietal to Compete at HCA Cupping Competition
A new Big Island coffee varietal will be among the competitors at a statewide cupping event at the Hawaii Coffee Association’s annual conference in July.
Flagship Bank of Hawaii Branch Opens at Kona Commons
The Bank of Hawaii today opened a new larger branch at Kona Commons Shopping Center.
Cyanotech Announces Jump in Earnings
The Kona-based grower of micro-algae said an increase in demand for its products last year pushed its sales to a record $24 million.
Big Island Home For Future Washington Oysters
A Washington oyster company has found the Big Island a perfect place to raise its seed larvae.
Pier 1 Imports Opening in Kona
Pier 1 Imports will officially open its first store on the Big Island at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 22 at the Kona Coast Shopping Center, 74-5586 Palani Road, Kailua-Kona.
UH Report: NELHA Contributes $88M to Economy
The Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaii Authority gets some good news following a critical audit of its operations.
Horner Announced as BIVB Managing Director of Marketing
Resort management veteran Paul Horner has joined the Big Island Visitors Bureau in a marketing role, according to a release Tuesday.
Matson Lowers Fuel Surcharge by 3.5%
Following an increase in February, the shipping company has reduced its surcharge because of lower costs for bunker oil.
Kaiser Permanente To Open New West Hawai’i Clinic
Kaiser Permanente is planning to build an upgraded West Hawai’i Clinic to serve its customers, with ground breaking expected later this year.
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce to Host Banquet, Expo
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) will install its new officers and directors for 2012-2013 on Friday, June 29 at the Four Seasons Resort.
NELHA Receives $3M Grant for Biotechnology Incubator
The Kona facility has been given a $3 million grant to foster development of businesses involved in alternative energy and biotechnology.
“Olive You”
The Hawai’i agriculture industry has a potential new crop with exciting business prospects.
Japanese Visitor Arrivals Surging
Government statistics show visitor traffic from Japan tracking significantly higher than in 2011.
3 Big Island Restaurants Get Top Ratings
Blue Dragon restaurant, Brown’s Beach House at the Fairmont Orchid, and Sam Choy’s Kai Lani were selected by Open Table’s users as top picks for Al Fresco dining.
Experts Predict Growth in Jobs, Income on Big Island
Tourism will lead the Big Island’s economic recovery, and construction activity will finally turn the corner this year, according to the University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization.
Big Island Unemployment Claims Decline
Unemployment claims on the Big Island were down over 38% from the same period a year ago according to recent data.
Surf Break Café Riding the Wave of Mobile Technology
Malissa Thompson is betting on hand-pressed Italian coffee, free Wi-Fi and a relaxed atmosphere to filter working professionals away from the competition.
Sheraton Keauhou Resort Names Preza Sales Director
Angelina Preza has been named the new director of sales and marketing at the Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort & Spa, which is also undergoing major renovations.
A Rarity, Southern Comfort Food in Hilo
Popolo’s is having a soft opening on Friday, April 5, and will welcome all to their cozy hideaway for gumbo, grits and fried chicken and waffles. The brothers plan to have their grand opening during the week of Merrie Monarch.
State’s Unemployment Rate Lowest in 3 Years
Hawaii’s unemployment rate fell in February to 6.4%, its lowest rate in three years, the state Department of Labor and Industrial Relations reported today.
