Business
First Phase of Grid Modernization Plan Approved
The Public Utilities Commission has approved a plan by the Hawaiian Electric Companies to put the latest digital technology to work managing the electric grids.
Hawai‘i Electric Light Opens 5th EV Fast Charger on Big Island
Hawai‘i Electric Light has installed a new utility-owned and operated electric vehicle DC fast charger at Punalu‘u Bake Shop in Na‘alehu.
Walmart Opens Call for Products
Walmart invites entrepreneurs to pitch new, niche and innovative products at sixth annual event on June 18 and 19, 2019.
Big Island Health Centers to Receive Over $5.7M in Federal Funding
Sen. Brian Schatz reports that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will award 14 community health centers in Hawai‘i federal funding totaling $28,750,365.
Lee Joins Hilton as Regional Sales Manager for Korean Market
Hilton Hawai‘i has hired Kyeong “Ken” Mok Lee as regional sales manager for the Korean market.
Nominations Sought to Serve on Water Resource Management Commission
The Nominating Committee for the Commission on Water Resource Management (CWRM) is accepting applications for one vacant Commissioner’s position.
3 International Journals Celebrate 30th Anniversary
The University of Hawai‘i Press celebrates the 30th anniversary for three influential university-based journals.
Hotels Statewide Report Decreases in ADR & Occupancy
In February 2019, Hawai‘i hotels statewide reported decreases in both average daily rate (ADR) and occupancy.
IRS Urges Taxpayers to Protect Personal Information
Find out how to protect your information with these IRS tips.
Hawai‘i County Sees 3.5% Unemployment in February
Statewide, unemployment remained unchanged at 2.5% during February.
Nonprofit Hale Kipa Announces New Board Members
Judy Pyle and Dr. Virginia Hinshaw have joined the Board of Directors at Hale Kipa.
Study: Hawai‘i Residents Rank Highest for Perfect Credit
The report shows Hawai‘i has the highest concentration of people in the nation with an 850 FICO score.
Hawaii Water to Acquire Kalaeloa Water Co.
Hawaii Water Service, a subsidiary of California Water Service Group, will acquire the Kalaeloa Water Company.
Kona Brewing’s ‘Bruddahs’ Make First National TV Campaign
During March Madness 2019 Telecast, Hawaii’s very own craft beer, Kona Brewing Company, will share the spirit of aloha.
Boutique Hotel Hits the Hilo Market
A boutique hotel in Hilo, the Wild Ginger Inn, once described by BuzzFeed News as “the best cheap-ish hotel in all of Hawaii” has hit the market for $2.2 M.
IRA Contribution Deadline Approaching
Contributions made to Traditional IRAs by April 15, 2019, may be eligible for a tax credit or deduction on their 2018 tax return.
UH Law School to Hold Invasive Species & Biosecurity Forum
William S. Richardson School of Law at UH Mānoa invites the community to a free forum, “Invasive Species and Biosecurity in Hawaiʻi,” on Saturday, March 23.
Neilson Appointed as DLNR Aquatics Division Administrator
Brian Neilson has been appointed the next administrator of the Hawai‘i Department of Land and Nature Resources (DLNR) Division of Aquatic Resources (DAR).
More People are Filing Their Tax Return for Free
More people are using the improved IRS Free File option to prepare and electronically file their returns for free, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
