Business
HPM Launches Affordable Modular Home Line
HPM is working toward a target price of approximately $100,000 for a base model, including all basic home construction costs.
Fewer Solar Permits Issued Statewide in 2019
Four of Hawaii’s counties showed an 11% drop in solar permits throughout the first half of the year, the President of Big Island-based ProVision Solar shared.
Company Closes Zipline Tours Monday
Skyline Eco-Adventures announced in a press release that it will close all zipline tours across the state for Monday, July 21, 2019.
Blue Hawaiian Named Top Hawai‘i Tour Company
USA TODAY has crowned Blue Hawaiian Helicopters winner of Best Tour Company in Hawai‘i via the publication’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Hawaiʻi County Unemployment at 4.1% in June
Unemployment is continuing to increase in Hawaiʻi County according to the latest data.
Hawai‘i Vacation Rental Numbers Soaring
A recent study by found Hawai‘i has some of the highest percentages of vacation homes in the country.
Hawai‘i Forest Legacy Program Seeks Applicants
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) is seeking new projects for federally-funded forest acquisition programs.
Navy Man Rehabilitates, Prospers as Beekeeper
Dingels turned to Work Vessels for Vets, a national nonprofit whose volunteers focus on creating opportunities for injured veterans starting their own businesses.
Remodeled Kailua-Kona Walmart Opens Doors
A newly remodeled Walmart location at 75-1015 Henry Street opened its doors Friday to the West Hawai‘i public for a first look at the store’s revamped digs.
Company Supports Adult Care With Donation
Hawaiian Telcom has been the proud title sponsor of the tournament since the inaugural event in 2006.
Big Island Grown Prepared for More Growth
Soon, the Big Island will have four cannabis dispensaries open, once Big Island Grown opens its new location on Brewers Block in Kailua-Kona this summer.
Hirono Bill Supports Vets in Small Business
The bill would amend the Small Business Act to waive up-front guarantee fees for veterans and their spouses participating in the Small Business Administration’s (SBA’s) export promotion loan programs.
Fairmont Orchid Voted Top Hawai‘i Island Resort
The Fairmont Orchid has been named the best hotel on Hawai‘i Island by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2019.
Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference Set for Sept.
Geared to farmers, educators, orchard managers and proponents of sustainable agriculture, the conference is presented by the HTFG and open to the public.
Makani Kai Air to Offer Interisland Flights From $49
There will soon be another airline offering flights between Kona and Kahului beginning Aug. 1, 2019.
Coffee Association Conference Coming to O‘ahu
Hawai‘i coffee industry professionals will convene for the 24th Annual Hawai‘i Coffee Association Conference and 11th Annual Statewide Cupping Competition.
Bikeshare Prescriptions Part of AARP Grant
The Hawai‘i grants are part of nearly $1.6 million being distributed to fund 159 quick-action projects across the country.
Salvation Army Announces Keiki Supply Drives
The Salvation Army is staging supply drives across the state in July and August to gather back-to-school supplies for keiki in need.
Tour Company Honored with Readers’ Choice Award
Hawaii Forest & Trail recently claimed second position in the 2019 USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award for the Best Tour Company in Hawai‘i.
Kona-Kohala Chamber Networking Event Open to Public
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event, AfterHours, on Wednesday, July 17, at Humpy’s Big Island Alehouse.
