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Lyft Partners with Hilo Brewfest to Offer Discounted Rides
Lyft is offering discounted rides for beer lovers planning to attend the 7th Annual Hilo Brewfest at the Wainaku Executive Center on Saturday, June 29, 2019.
Hawaiian Ethos to Begin Sales of Med Cannabis on Big Island
Hawaiian Ethos is the eighth and final licensed medical cannabis dispensary in the state to receive approval to begin sales of medical cannabis…
Hawai‘i Police Officer Recruitment Open
The Hawaiʻi County Department of Human Resources is currently recruiting applicants for Police Officer I (Recruit) positions for the Hawai‘i Police Department.
Big Island Airports to Receive Over $2 Million for Safety Improvements
Four Hawai‘i airports—including both Big Island airports—will receive over $10 M to purchase aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicles, reconstruct taxiways and install lighting.
New Grief Counselors Join Hospice of Kona
Hospice of Kona has added two new grief counselors to its staff in the Maluihi Grief Center bereavement programs.
Hawaiʻi County Unemployment Falls to 3.3% in May
Jobs statewide have increase by 2,200 over-the-year, according to DLIR.
New Wound Care Services Offered in North Hawaiʻi
Two new providers are offering specialty care services for hard-to-heal wounds in Waimea.
24th Annual HCA Conference Slated for July 25-27
Coffee professionals are invited to attend the 24th Annual Hawai‘i Coffee Association’s Conference from July 25 to 27 in Honolulu.
Hawai‘i DOH Partners With Longs to Promote Emergency Preparedness
The Hawai‘i DOH Public Health Nursing Branch is partnering with Longs Drugs (CVS) to provide emergency preparedness guidance and materials at 14 locations.
Servco to Donate $200,000 Worth of Appliances to Hawai‘i Schools
The Hawai‘i Department of Education has partnered with Servco Pacific Inc. to install nearly $200,000 worth of appliances in public schools.
Pacific Media Group Hires General Manager
Jeffrey A. Schatz is joining Pacific Media Group as its general manager on Hawaiʻi Island. Schatz will work directly with both the Kona and Hilo markets.
Food Basket Receives $33K Donation from HFS Credit Union
The donation will support the “We Got Your Back” Keiki Backpack Program.
Rat Lungworm Survivors to Meet in June
The Rat Lungworm (RLW) survivor support group meets to map out a plan of action on Wednesday, June 19 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Kea‘au Community Center.
Kona Community Hospital Transitions to Locally Sourced, Scratch-Cooked Meals
Kona Community Hospital recently created a video that highlights its cafeteria transition to a locally sourced, scratch-cooked model.
Hawaiian Airlines Hiring Japanese Speakers for Flight Attendant Positions
Hawaiian Airlines is hiring Japanese speakers to join its flight attendant team and advance the company’s ongoing growth in Asia and beyond.
Koch Appointed President-GM of Blue Hawaiian Helicopters
Blue Hawaiian Helicopters has appointed Quentin Koch as president and general manager.
County Abandoned Vehicle Auction Set for June 21–23
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Environmental Management’s Abandoned Vehicle Section will hold an auction in June in Kailua-Kona.
HCFCU Honors Employee of the Year, Long-Time Staff Members
HCFCU announced that Roberta Hall was its Employee of the Year during its 82nd Annual Membership Luncheon, which was held at the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort.
Hawai‘i Walmarts & Sam’s Clubs to Raise Money for Kapi‘olani Medical Center
HAWAI‘I: Walmart invites the public to participate in campaign that helps provide critical patient care for local sick and injured children.
HDOA Compost Reimbursement Program Accepting Apps
The Hawai‘i DOA has established the Compost Reimbursement Program that may reimburse agricultural producers for the cost of purchasing compost.
