Business
‘Emigration Celebration’ to Be Aired on TV
The Hawai‘i Floriculture and Nursery Association (HFNA) is presenting a one hour video entitled “Emigration Celebration” on Hawaiʻi Island’s public access TV.
OHA Releases ʻĀina Summit Report & Call to Action
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) has released a community-driven report that details the current challenges of protecting the ʻāina.
Tourism Declines on Hawaiʻi Island in Q1 of 2019
Visitor spending plummeted by -19.3% to $203 million while arrivals fell by -6.7% to 163,987.
KCH Dietary Department Welcomes Chef Sam Choy
The Kona Community Hospital (KCH) dietary department welcomed Chef Sam Choy to its inaugural guest chef event.
Hawai‘i Forest Institute Awarded Funding
The Hawai‘i Forest Institute (HFI) was recently awarded $82,500 in grant funding through the generosity of the Kaʻūpūlehu Foundation.
Hawaiian Airlines Introduces New & Expanded Award Levels
Hawaiian Airlines reports a new and expanded award levels, providing HawaiianMiles members with more options to redeem their miles for flight awards.
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.
USPS Opening ‘Post Office on Wheels’ at Merrie Monarch Festival
The U.S. Postal Service will debut a mini “post office on wheels” at the Merrie Monarch hula festival from April 24 through 27, 2019.
PUC Opens Proceeding to Investigate PBR for Hawaiian Electric Companies
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has opened a proceeding to investigate performance-based regulation for the Hawaiian Electric Companies.
First Hawaiian Bank Foundation Donates $35K to HIUW
The First Hawaiian Bank Foundation has contributed $35,000 to the Hawai‘i Island United Way (HIUW) 2018–2019 campaign.
ACLU Hawai‘i Announces New Board Members
The ACLU of Hawai‘i (ACLU) reports new members for its Board of Directors.
WORKSHOP: How to Hire, Train & Retain Stellar Employees
The West Hawai‘i Small Business Development Center will be offering a workshop, “How to Hire, Train, and Retain Stellar Employees” on Thursday, April 25.
West Hawai‘i Mediation Center to Hold Fundraiser
The West Hawai‘i Mediation Center (WHMC) will hold a talk-story fundraiser at Hale Halawai Pavilion on Ali‘i Drive, Saturday, April 27, 2019, at 4:30 p.m.
Walmart Plans Remodeling of Kailua-Kona Store
Walmart has plans to remodel two stores in Hawai‘i in 2019, including the Kailua-Kona store located at 75-1015 Henry St.
Sustainable Businesses Showcased at Chamber Networking Event
Sustainable businesses gathered to share their expertise in green business practices and environmental stewardship at KKCC’s annual Kuleana Green Business Fair.
DCCA Launches ‘BusinessCheck’ Campaign
The Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumers Affairs (DCCA) has begun airing a public service announcement (PSA) to highlight the BusinessCheck website.
Red Cross & Alexa Team Up to Offer Assistance
The American Red Cross is expanding its reach with voice technology through Alexa.
HCFCU to Host Free Cyber Security Seminar
Business owners can stay up-to-date on how to safeguard their companies cyber security by attending the free seminar, Securing Your Business, in Kailua-Kona.
‘Fueling Dreams’ Returns to Fuel Awareness for Special Olympics
Par Hawaii’s 14th annual Fueling Dreams campaign returns to fuel support and awareness for Special Olympics Hawai‘i athletes and programs across the state.
Request to Address Regulatory Conflict for Medical Cannabis Banking
Hawai‘i Banking Commissioner requests congress address regulatory conflict for medical cannabis banking.
