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If you are one of those who get the long weekend, we hope you’re enjoying the extra day off. Take some time to learn about the history of why today is a holiday and a few fun labor facts to go with it.

This is the company’s seventh brick-and-mortar location in the state, and first on Hawaiʻi Island.

Cupcakes, Boom!, Kaulana Mahina, Kumumea and Pawniolo Pets are being supported by the Institute for Native Pacific Education and Culture with grant funds from the state while Stargazer Industries Hawai‘i hopes its presence at the annual festival will open more doors with retailers.

Statewide revenue per available room in July 2024 was $301 with average daily rate at $385 and occupancy of 78.4%.

The “important milestone” brings the merger closer to reality as DOT looks at the airlines’ interim exemption application.

Nine businesses around the island are participating, showcasing the creativity and culinary prowess of talented chefs who have cooked up some delightfully delectable vegan dishes that even the most devoted meat lover would devour.

Exclusive appearance of mascot and spokesperson was in honor of location’s outstanding performance in a national sales performance for the new Smashed Jack burger.

Chef Rhoda Magbitang started Aug. 1 and will also be at the second annual Mauna Lani Culinary Classic, which benefits nonprofit Māla`ai: The Culinary Garden of Waimea Middle School.

Over the coming months, scanning devices will be rolled out where members must scan their physical or digital membership card by placing the barcode or QR code against the scanner.

The product was at one time stocked in a Hilo smoke shop.

Hawai‘i Island welcomed 156,999 visitors last month which is 1.1% less than the 158,739 during June in 2023 and 4% less than the 163,564 in 2019 in June 2019. Spending by visitors on Hawai‘i Island totaled $283.3 million in June this year, 7.5% more than the $263.4 million in June last year and a huge 37.6% increase from the $205.8 million visitors spent in June 5 years ago.

Situated along the Kohala Coast, Hilton Waikōloa Village claimed the top spot for “Best Resort in Hawai‘i,” according to the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the newspaper publication.

The new and innovate market hosted on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at Queens’ Marketplace features fresh produce, local delights, value-added products and more, all locally grown or produced and made on the Big Island. It highlights the rich argricultural and culinary creativity found in Hawai‘i.

Since the start of Adventure Centers Hawai‘i, the nonprofitraised $3,000 and gave away 500 free climbing memberships.

Yelp has given Kaua‘i Sushi Station top marks two years running, citing elaborate presentation and ingredients sourced from Japan.

The Harbor House has spent the past two years supporting nonprofits and community groups.

Hosted at Spinners Cantina, the fashion show featured nine local designers with models strutting the looks for guests gathered on Ali‘i Drive.

Both the Big Island Toyota Hilo and Big Island Toyota Kona locations are included in the sale.

IHG Hotels & Resorts – headquartered in England – intends to rebuild under its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand.

“Congratulations to Lieutenant Lewis on successfully completing the esteemed FBI National Academy. His hard work and commitment to excellence embody the high standards we strive for in Hawaii Police Department,” said Chief Benjamin Moszkowicz.