Business
AJCH Offers Job Fair, Readiness Workshop
The American Job Center Hawai’i (AJCH) will host a Job Fair on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Edith Kanaka`ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo.
Kaiser Health Plans Earn Highest State Rating
The National Committee for Quality Assurance has rated Kaiser Permanente’s health plans the highest in the state of Hawai‘i.
SBF in New York for Climate Action Summit
SBF members, and a delegation of government, academic and community partners from Hawai‘i, are attending the UN General Assembly and Climate Action Summit.
Partnership Provides Green Air Travel
Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative (HLRI) last week announced the launch of a partnership with New England based start-up Jet-Set Offset.
Hawaii Association of Broadcasters Awards Scholarships
The Hawaii Association of Broadcasters Inc. has awarded $43,000 in scholarships to assist students who want a career in the local broadcast industry in Hawai‘i.
OHA Seeks Nonprofit to Administer Native Hawaiian Scholarships
OHA is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations to administer a $1.1 million grant for higher education scholarships for Native Hawaiian students.
Hawai‘i County Unemployment Falls to 3.3% in August
Statewide the unemployment rate has remained below 3% for 37 months.
VA Hilo Community Based Outpatient Clinic to Relocate in Oct.
The Hilo Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) will relocate to a larger, refurbished facility in October 2019.
Walmart Wellness Day Set for Weekend
Walmart is inviting customers to Walmart Wellness Day, where they can get free health services and resources, including information on better heart health.
Company Donates Instruments to Schools
Servco Pacific made a donation of musical instruments and services valued at nearly $500,000 to 55 public schools across Hawai‘i.
WORKSHOP: Business Insurance 101
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center will offer a workshop, Business Insurance 101, Sept. 25, from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; registration is at 8:45 a.m.
Smart Charge Hawai’i Program to Make EV Charging Stations Available
A new partnership aims to showcase EVs’ ability to deliver grid services and integrate renewable energy on Hawai‘i Island, Oʻahu and Maui.
Castle Group Rebrands as Castle Hospitality Group
The Castle Group Inc. has rebranded to better reflect its position as a cutting-edge, innovative hospitality company.
Hawai‘i Diaper Bank Holding Drive Event, Sept. 28
Hawai‘i Diaper Bank is holding its first Wipe Out Diaper Need event on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Umeke’s Fish Market in Kailua-Kona.
SBDC Offers Business Insurance 101
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a workshop, Business Insurance 101, on Wednesday, Sept. 25.
ASB Names Nakahara VP, Chief Credit Officer
American Savings Bank (ASB) has hired Steven Nakahara as Executive Vice President, Chief Credit Officer.
HCFCU Offers ‘Planning for Incapacity’ Class
The Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union is offering a tutorial for people to put together a financial plan for themselves to ensure security.
State Hospital Names New Administrator
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has selected Run Heidelberg as the new administrator of the Hawai‘i State Hospital.
The Nature Conservancy Welcomes New Associate Director
Jana Light will lead philanthropy efforts for The Nature Conservancy’s Palmyra Program.
‘Ohana Halloween Pāʻina Now Accepting Vendors
Keauhou Shopping Center is now accepting vendor applications for its 2019 ‘Ohana Halloween Pāʻina event, which will be held this year on Saturday, Oct. 26.
