Business
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.
Beneficiaries Receive $18K From Big Island Chocolate Festival
Proceeds totaling $18,000 from the 2019 Big Island Chocolate Festival were awarded to multiple educational organizations.
Hawai‘i Adult Corrections Officer Recruitment Open
The Hawai‘i Department of Public Safety is currently looking for people on all islands interested in becoming a adult corrections officers (ACOs).
LeNoir New VP of Financial Planning & Analysis for Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines announced on Friday, June 7, 2019, the appointment of David M. LeNoir Jr. as vice president of financial planning and analysis.
Kona Accountant Receives SBA Financial Services Award
Jacob Burrill of Burrill CPA has been recognized for his service to small businesses in Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i CC Chancellor Selected as Omidyar Fellow
The Omidyar Fellows Program is dedicated to addressing Hawai‘iʻs most pressing issues.
Free Estate Planning Seminar Offered in Kona
Families with young children are invited to attend a free estate planning seminar hosted by Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union.
Hawaiian Airlines’ New Tablet Technology to Boost Flight Efficiency
Hawaiian is the first U.S. airline to adopt an application that uses satellite communication to continuously inform flight crews about winds, projected turbulence and aircraft performance.
Hawaiian Canoe Racing Assoc. Receives ‘Ahahui Grant
The Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association (HCRA) has received a $3,000 ‘Ahahui Grant from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
STUDY: Hawai‘i Ranks 48th for Economic Growth
In WalletHub’s June 3, 2019, report on the Best & Worst State Economies, Hawai‘i the fourth worst in the nation, ranking 48th in terms of economic growth.
Nature Conservancy Names New Director for Palmyra Atoll
A former Hawaiʻi Island marine program director for TNC, Chad Wiggins has been selected as the organization’s new program director for Palmyra Atoll.
OHA to Host Free Agribusiness Workshop in Hilo June 7
An agribusiness and resource workshop is scheduled for June 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
