Business
Castle Resorts & Hotels names Oneha new sales, distribution and marketing chief
Oneha in his new position will focus on driving revenue growth and developing comprehensive sales strategies throughout the organization.
Hawaiʻi County Council passes first reading of bill to prohibit use of disposable plastic
Bill 53 aims to align Hawaiʻi County with goals set forth by the county’s Zero Waste Plan that was adopted in 2007.
Hawai‘i Giving Machines return in 2025, vending joy and igniting holiday cheer
There will be two Big Island locations community members can find the big red vending machines to donate to people in need; one will be at Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo and the other at Queens’ Marketplace in Waikōloa.
Rate increase for Hawai‘i shipping company starts in January
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission unanimously approved a 25.75% rate increase for the limited liability company, Young Brothers, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Business Monday: Wahine-owned business bottles harmony, healing from Hawaiʻi blossoms
Melia Goodenow has spent three decades harnessing the healing energies of Hawaii’s indigenous flowers through Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals and nine different flower essences.
Trump administration removes most coffee products from reciprocal tariffs
U.S. Representatives Jill Tokuda of Hawaiʻi and William Timmons of South Carolina co-chair the bipartisan Congressional Coffee Caucus that urged the administration to remove coffee from tariffs in an effort to protect American jobs and secure a stable supply chain.
Quarterly meeting scheduled for Hāmākua Energy
Hāmākua Energy supplies 20% of the electricity on Hawai‘i Island, and is continuing its ongoing partnership with Hawaiian Electric Company to deliver reliable, cost-effective energy to feed the utility’s grid for island residents and businesses.
White Guava Café gets go-ahead to reopen nearly month after closed for multiple food safety violations
The Hilo restaurant was closed until further notice after receiving a red placard in mid-October from state food safety officials because of several violations, not the least of which was a roach infestation.
UPDATE: ByHeart recalls all Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products because of possible botulism contamination
The manufacturer recalled all batches of the product, which was sold in Hawai‘i at retailers such as Target and Safeway, including 24-ounce cans and 0.6-ounce individual serve packets. U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating.
Last chance to register for upcoming conflict prevention, resolution workshop
Latest in nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center’s training series will discuss the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality assessment, how to enhance the performance of team members and leaders as well as better use your own and others’ motivations and strengths.
Business Monday: Tiki Turtle Cafe thrives with enthusiastic employees, new menu
Tiki Turtle Café in Hilo is more than just a good spot for lunch; it’s a vibrant training ground where young adults with disabilities are learning valuable work skills that empower them to reach new heights.
U.S. Postal Service to observe Veterans Day
Customers can still, however, access many postal products and services through the network of more than 2,600 self-service kiosks, available in select post office lobbies nationwide.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 6-13: Become a dancing storyteller, an adventuring astronaut or a holiday festival vendor and more
The Spooky Season is behind us, Big Island, which means it’s beg … Oh. Nope. Not going there yet. Get those bodies up and going, friends and neighbors. Let’s enjoy as much as we can with as many loved ones as possible to make as many special memories our own brains can hold. Check out the top things to do now!
Community invited to get involved in 3rd annual Amazing Shake Competition at Waikōloa Elementary and Middle School
Waikōloa Elementary and Middle School is looking for judges for this year’s semi-final rounds.
Business Monday: Immigration enforcement impacting production at some small Kona coffee farms
Most farmers who spoke with Big Island Now say they didn’t have direct interaction with Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents who were reportedly on the island several times this year, conducting arrests. But those farmers noticed a lack of workers during the coffee picking season that runs from August to December, resulting in less crop.
Alaska Airlines partners with global consulting firm for audit of tech systems
President and Chief Executive Officer Ben Minicucci explained Alaska Air Group — of which Hawaiian Airlines is a subsidiary — is making the move to strengthen its infrastructure and ensure long-term system reliability following recent IT challenges.
Cooking up collaboration: Hawaiʻi Island Chef Challenge marks 5 delicious years
The kitchens at Hawaiʻi Community College were sizzling as this fast-paced, mystery-basket competition brought together the island’s food community to celebrate local ingredients, mentorship and creativity.
Hawaiian Airlines retires iconic HA callsign after 96 years
Hawaiian Airlines bids farewell to its iconic “HA” callsign today, marking the end of an era as it merges with Alaska Air Group.
Hawaiian Electric launches pre-sales of fundraiser cookbook ‘Generations of Grinds: Years of Tasty Traditions’
Hawaiian Electric employees continue a long-standing tradition of supporting communities with the publication of their latest fundraiser cookbook, “Generations of Grinds: Years of Tasty Traditions,” featuring a collection of over 130 all-new, time-tested recipes from their family archives that celebrate Hawaiʻi’s multi-cultural flavors and traditions.
Business Monday: Tommy Bahama opening 15th Marlin Bar in Waikōloa
The Marlin Bar and retail shop will be located in a 6,940-square-foot building in Queensʻ Marketplace that has never been occupied.
