Business
What’s the Forecast for Hawai‘i’s Economic Recovery with Looming U.S. Recession?
You might have heard that when the United States economy goes one direction, about six months later Hawai‘i’s economy follows suit.
Vibrant Hawaiʻi Announces Economic Development Strategy Micro-Investments
Several Big Island businesses and organizations are getting a financial boost to help fund pilot ideas or scale up concepts.
New Dining Options Open at Queens’ Marketplace Food Court
New dining options have arrived at the Queens’ Marketplace food court: Waikoloa Shrimp Co., Island Greens, Waikoloa Pizza and Hawaii Kind.
UHERO Economic Forecast For First Quarter of 2022 Optimistic
A University of Hawaiʻi organization is optimistic about the state’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, predicting a broader recovery in the first several months of 2022 in its March report.
Big Island Businesses on Board With Decision to Lift COVID Restrictions
Businesses in downtown Hilo have struggled since the beginning of the pandemic and onset of restrictions. Some pivoted and made changes to their operations to weather the storm.
Artisan Market Sets up in The Brew Block This Sunday
Nihilo Artisan Market, a bi-monthly event that strives to stimulate the creative community in Hawai’i, is hosting an Art Walk from 4-8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 20 in the Brew Block, 74-5599 Pawai Place in Kailua-Kona.
Hawaiian Airlines Offers Travel Waivers Due to Intense, Protracted Storms
Changes can be made by phone, text or via Hawaiian Airlines website.
HTA Issues RFP for MCI Marketing and Management Services
The new contract will engage these services for four years, with an option for a fifth year.
KCH Looks to Grow Staff Through Specialty Hires, New Accredited Program
With COVID-19 cases on the steady decline, Kona Community Hospital is looking at long-term solutions to expand and bolster its workforce.
American Job Center Hawaiʻi to Host Free, Virtual Job Fair Thursday
The American Job Center Hawaiʻi will host a free virtual Job Fair on Thursday.
Kona Commons to Host Artisan Market in November
More than 55 vendors from around the island will offer a variety of products to shoppers.
September Visitor Spending in Hawai´i Down 15% From Pre-Pandemic Total
Through the first nine months of 2021, total visitor spending was $9.03 billion. This was a decrease of 32.1 percent from the $13.30 billion spent through the first nine months of 2019.
Hawaii Hotels Report September 2021
Hawaii hotels statewide reported substantially higher revenue per available room, average daily rate, and occupancy in September 2021 compared to September 2020.
Health Department Issues Red Placard to Kona Restaurant Over Several Violations
The restaurant has been directed to contact the DOH when the violations have been corrected, at which time a follow-up inspection will be conducted.
Big Island Healthcare Services to Merge
Bay Clinic, Inc. and West Hawaii Community Health Center are joining together.
HTA Resumes Support of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives
HTA is resuming its Community Enrichment Program, which supports community-based projects, festivals and events that enhance resident and visitor experiences, and create opportunities for meaningful economic development.
Hawai´i Visitor Tallies Continue to Climb Toward Pre-Pandemic Norm
Visitor arrivals to Hawai´i, and monetary spend within the state, continue to creep closer to pre-pandemic levels.
Outrigger Revives Plan to Acquire Ownership of Sheraton in Keauhou
Outrigger Hospitality Group announced today that it has revived its plan to acquire ownership of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, a 509-room property in a prime oceanfront location on the Island of Hawai‘i.
Tasty Kona Highlights Products From Local Small Businesses
Tasty Kona is open 9 am to 7:30 pm Tuesday through Sunday and looking for employees and vendors.
New McDonald’s Location Opens at Puna Kai Shopping Center
The Puna Kai Shopping Center in Pāhoa is welcoming a new, but familiar tenant.
