Business
New Specialty Pharmacy Opens in Hawai‘i
A specialty pharmacy that serves people who take medications for complex and rare conditions has opened a new, full-service pharmacy for residents of Hawai‘i.
NHCH Announces Addition to Women’s Center
North Hawai’i Community Hospital (NHCH) is adding a new doctor to its Women’s Center.
IRS Introduces New Tax Withholding Estimator
The new Tax Withholding Estimator offers taxpayers a more user-friendly, step-by-step tool for effectively tailoring the amount of income tax they have withheld from wages and pension payments.
SBDC Offers Small Business Workshop on Savings, Energy Sector
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering a new workshop on how companies can become more profitable via the energy sector.
Big Island Grown Grand Opening in Kona
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Big Island Grown will offer activities at its location on Brewer’s Block.
Hawai‘i Government Officials Due Salary Increases
The “common man” doesn’t earn six figures per year, but the state’s public servants and elected officials do.
School Supplies Drive Successful, Ongoing
Drive centers included Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart locations on Hawai‘i Island, as well as several others throughout the state.
Hawaiian Airlines to Offer Tour Bookings via FareHarbor
FareHarbor is a highly ranked software service offering tours, activities and destination-based experiences.
Hawai‘i Island Tourism Declines in First Half of 2019
Tourism on Hawai‘i Island notably decreased during the first half of 2019, but visitor spending and arrivals in June increased.
Hawaiian Airlines Names New Interim VP of Human Resources
Kobayashi has twenty years of legal experience and previously served as Hawaiian Airlines’ managing director.
Hawaiʻi Energy Appoints New Manager
Vaioleti will oversee strategic planning for programs, campaigns and activities focused on underserved populations.
Lyft Offers Expanded Ride Grant Program to Hawai‘i Nonprofits
The company said it will expand its Wheels for All Grants program to support the work of Hawai‘i’s nonprofit organizations focused on building connected, stronger more equitable communities.
Hilton Waikoloa Village Focuses on Native Hawaiian Horticulture
Hilton Waikoloa Village’s newly appointed Director of Landscaping Raymond Keenan is bringing a Native Hawaiian feel to the resort through horticulture.
OHA Accepting Apps for Events Grants Program
Organizations in need of financial assistance to hold community events may apply for funding from OHA’s ‘Ahahui Grants Program beginning Aug. 5, 2019.
Kona’s Greenwell Farms Earns HCA Cupping Championship
The top-scoring coffee was produced by Greenwell Farms in Kona with a washed Geisha variety receiving a score of 85.28.
Hawaiian Airlines Hiring Multiple Positions in Kailua-Kona
Hawaiian Airlines is recruiting for guest service, cargo and ramp agent positions at Kona International Airport, Kahului Airport and Līhu‘e Airport.
Walmart, Salvation Army to Host Back-to-School Drive
In-store shoppers on Aug. 3 will receive lists of supplies needed, and all they have to do to participate is purchase and drop off the requested items at The Salvation Army collection bins located at the front of each store.
Hawaiian Ethos Expands Hours, Sustainability
Along with expanded hours, Hawaiian Ethos has also been collecting feedback on its sustainability initiatives.
Hawaiian Airlines Seeks Pilots Through ‘Ohana by Hawaiian Operation
A new recruitment pathway for aspiring pilots with Hawaiian Airlines will soon be available through the carrier’s ‘Ohana by Hawaiian operation.
KTA Super Stores Program Helps Big Island Schools
Hawaiʻi Island school once again have the opportunity to earn their share of $100,000 through KTA Super Stores Kokua i Na Kula (Help the Schools) program.
