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How does the federal government shutdown affect Hawaiʻi and Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park?

“We are now in a federal shutdown,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said during his weekly update. “We know our people will suffer and struggle more.”

Business Monday: Pancho’s Tacos brings the taste of Mexico to Hawaiʻi Island

From market hobby cooking for markets, to offering authentic Mexican street food from a food truck in Pāhoa, Keaʻau and Hilo – Pancho’s Taco Truck has become an East Hawaiʻi staple.

Hawai‘i small businesses can take part in Federal Reserve’s 2025 credit survey

The annual survey, which is open through Nov. 14, gathers insights into how small businesses seek financing and the challenges they face.

Western Pacific council urges stronger standards for marine mammal protection in seafood imports

The council urged NOAA to apply more rigorous standards when determining whether foreign fisheries meet U.S. requirements for protecting marine mammals and reducing bycatch.

Kaiser Permanente employees in Hawaiʻi authorize Local 5, HNHP unions to strike

More than 2,000 Kaiser Permanente employees in Hawai‘i have authorized a strike, joining a nationwide wave of healthcare workers prepared to walk out as union contract negotiations stall before the Sept. 30 deadline.

Business Monday: North Kohala ranch offers farm-to-table special with educational tour

Starseed Ranch is offering an exclusive Farm to Table Dinner special with an educational tour at a discounted rate for kamaʻāina.

Hawaiʻi Leadership Forum begins new cohort of Omidyar Fellows with two from Big Island

Cohort X of the Omidyar Fellows include two Hawai‘i Island residents: No‘eau Peralto, executive director of Hui Mālama i ke Ala ʻŪlili, and Rebecca Soon, COO of Solutions Pacific and president of Ward Research.

Top Chefs plant seeds for innovative culinary collaboration at ʻŌuli Farms

The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival and ʻŌuli Farms have launched the Chefs’ Garden, uniting top chefs in a journey of culinary and agricultural creativity through regenerative agriculture.

Middle, high school teams can register for 2025-2026 Hawaiʻi LifeSmarts competition

LifeSmarts is a free, national educational program that teaches students critical life skills in five key areas by holding online quizzes and in-person competitions.

Business Monday: Companies see influx of residential rooftop solar jobs as federal tax credits end in December

The Residential Clean Energy Tax Credit was initially available to homeowners until the end of 2032, but under the Trump Administration it now is ending on Dec. 31.

Hawaiian Airlines names Diana Birkett Rakow as new CEO

She will be Hawaiian Airline’s first female CEO, succeeding Joe Sprague, who will retire after a distinguished career in aviation.

New ‘Green Fee’ tax in Hawaiʻi raises questions about how it will be spent, and even if parts of it are constitutional

Hawai‘i will introduce a unique ‘Green Fee’ for visitors starting January, aiming to raise $100 million annually for climate resilience and sustainable tourism, but cruise ships operators have sued over its constitutionality.

Business Monday: Hydroponic Hut inspires growing produce at affordable costs

Founders Allyson and Allen Blackard combat rising produce costs with innovative hydroponic techniques and inspiring others to grow food.

Business Monday: Meadow Gold milk from Kohala dairy now sold in virtual grocery store

This month, Farm Link Hawaiʻi began offering Meadow Gold’s Island Fresh brand, marking the first time Oʻahu residents have had access to locally produced milk in the virtual grocery store since 2018.

Business Monday: Groomer in Pāhoa makes pets look good while promoting health

Kim Romano, owner of Pāhoa Pet Grooming, combines her animal science background and passion for pet care to deliver personalized and stress-free grooming services in Pāhoa.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: Godzilla takes on the Palace, floating lantern ceremony nears, new paniolo TV series seeks supporters, plus more

This week’s got it all, Big Island — a radioactive reptile on the rampage brings his diverse character to the silverscreen in Hilo, an emotional evening event will fill waters in West Hawai’i with a soft glow to remember loved ones who passed and and an epic paniolo-style BBQ and music festival in Waimea will satisfy your taste-buds and pique your curiosity about a new cultural TV series. Check out our top 10 things to do on the island now!

Business Monday: Tea Hawaiʻi & Co. helps nurture growing industry on the Big Island

Nestled in the lush landscapes near Kīlauea’s summit, Eva Lee and Chiu Leong’s Tea Hawaiʻi & Co. has cultivated a thriving tea estate by embracing agroforestry and collaboration.

Nurses at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital ratify new contract

The vote not only averts a possible 3-day strike that was set to begin today, Hawai‘i Nurses’ Association also says it gives the nurses improved nurse-to-patient staffing ratios and wages closer to their colleagues at Queen’s Health Systems’ two O‘ahu hospitals.

Schatz stop on Big Island includes discussion about local priorities, federal policy and its impacts

U.S. senator from Hawai’i speaks with several Hawai’i Island chambers of commerce; nearly 250 residents turn out for community meeting in Waimea

Business Monday: Hilo farmland protected in perpetuity with help from nonprofits

O.K. Farm’s mission to enhance local food security is assured as more than 74 acres of the farm were established as the Pu‘u‘eo Mauka conservation easement, protecting the land to forever remain a productive agricultural land.
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