Business
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.
Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library to Close Temporarily
The Thelma Parker Memorial Public & School Library will close for interior renovation work from July 16 to 19, 2019.
Magic’s Beach Grill Gives $3K Donation to Canoe Clubs
The oceanfront restaurant Magic’s Beach Grill has donated nearly $3,000 to Keauhou and Kai ‘Opua canoe clubs.
STUDY: Hawai‘i Among Worst States to Start a Business
Hawai‘i ranks 47th in the nation among the worst states to start a business in the U.S.
Cadirao Named Director of Executive Office on Aging
Cadirao already has nearly two decades of program management experience within the Office on Aging.
Hawaii Island Humane Society Reorganizes, Hires CEO
HIHS is restructuring its management and operations with new leadership and resources.
3D Mammography Coming to Hilo
Hilo is expecting new technology to help detect breast cancer early beginning Aug. 1 at Hawai‘i Radiologic Associates Ltd.
HIplan’s Wyban Earns SBA Small Business Advocate Award
Dr. Jim Wyban was recently named SBA’s Small Business Advocate for Innovation for his work developing HIplan and the Hawaii Island Business Plan Competition.
Hawai‘i County Issues New Residential Greenwaste Disposal Guidelines
Hawai‘i County’s greenwaste recycling facilities are only for the use of residential customers with self-hauled greenwaste from private residential properties.
Aloha Festivals Receives OHA ‘Ahahui Grant
The $7,000 award will be used to support the festivals’ mission of perpetuating the aloha spirit.
Hawaiian Airlines’ In-Flight Entertainment to Support Nonprofits
During July, passengers who view in-flight entertainment on Hawaiian Airlines will be helping support local nonprofits.
Hospice of Kona Beneficiary of Ohana Fuels Program
Hospice of Kona will receive a portion of the proceeds from every gallon of gasoline purchased at Ohana Fuels stations on Hawai‘i Island through September.
