Business
PIDF Receives $50,000 Grant
Local nonprofit Partners in Development Foundation was granted $50,000 from the Hawai‘i Community Foundation (HCF).
Hawai‘i Ranked as #2 ‘Grinchiest’ State
According to a report from GetCenturyLink, Hawai‘i ranks as the 2nd ‘Grinchiest’ state in the U.S.
Baseline Limit for Hawai‘i Homebuyers Increases
The Federal Housing Finance Agency has increased the maximum conforming loan limits for mortgages to be acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2019.
Hawai‘i Joins Other States in Settlement With Debt Buyers
The State of Hawai‘i Office of Consumer Protection reports that Hawai‘i joined 41 states and the District of Columbia in reaching a $6 million settlement.
2019 Pele Awards Entries Being Accepted
Entries are now being accepted for the 2019 Pele Awards Competition, which recognizes exceptional design and advertising work created in Hawai‘i.
New Doctor Joins North Hawai’i Community Hospital
Dr. Jenny Sullivan has joined the Primary Care Clinic at North Hawai’i Community Hospital.
Ala Moana Center Launches New App
Ala Moana Center, the largest open-air shopping center in the world, unveiled its new app on Thursday, Nov. 1, 2018.
Chamber Networking Event Open to Public
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event AfterHours.
Mauna Lani Prepares for Relaunch; Names General Manager
Auberge Resorts Collection resorts and residences, reports that Sanjiv Hulugalle has been appointed General Manager and Vice President of Mauna Lani.
Hawaiian Airlines Brings Business Class Auction Upgrade to Asia
Hawaiian Airlines reports the expansion of its Business Class auction upgrade service.
Paradise Helicopters Expands Service
Paradise Helicopters, the leading Hawai‘i-based helicopter tour company, is expanding service to Waimea-Kohala Airport.
Kamuela Provision Company Appoints New Manager
Hilton Waikoloa Village has appointed Joslynne McDonough as manager of Kamuela Provision Company.
Eco-Tour Operators Honored at Annual Event
Hawai‘i Ecotourism Association (HEA) celebrated its Annual Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018, at the Hilton Waikīkī Beach Hotel.
ACF Kona Kohala Chefs Awards 7 Scholarships
The American Culinary Federation (ACF) Kona Kohala Chefs Association awarded seven scholarships on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, at the Christmas with the Chefs gala.
Cannabis Provider Changes Brand Name
Lau Ola LLC, a medical cannabis provider, reports that beginning Monday, Dec. 3, 2018, the company will operate under the new brand name of Big Island Grown (B.I.G.) Dispensaries.
2019 Calendar Features Hawai‘i State Capitol at 50
The year 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Hawai‘i State Capitol.
DBEDT Director to Join Sanhi Government Strategies
Luis P. Salaveria will join the firm on Dec. 4, 2018.
Hilo Lagoon Centre to Host ‘Pau Hana in the Penthouse’
Three nonprofits and two businesses will host PAU HANA IN THE PENTHOUSE from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at The Hilo Lagoon Centre on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018.
Hawaiian Airlines to Open IT Center in Arizona
Hawaiian Airlines Inc. reports that it will open a technology center in the Phoenix area of Arizona in the first quarter of 2019.
Visitor Spending Down in October
Visitors to the Islands of Hawai‘i spent a total of $1.31 billion in October 2018, down slightly (-0.7%) compared to a year ago.
