Business
Hawaiian Electric to Upgrade Grid Software
The upgrade will help decentralize and balance electricity distribution across the grid.
HDOA Accepting Grant Applications for Food Safety Certification
The deadline to apply is April 15, 2019.
Brown Bag Lunch Talk to Explore Meaning of ʻAlohaʻ
Speaker Ilima DeCosta will explore the true meaning of “Aloha” and the “I Pledge Aloha” community action.
Elemental Excelerator Awarding Tech Startups up to $1 Million
Funding is available for startups working with technologies for energy, mobility, agriculture, water and circular economy.
Mechanical Mulch Loading Not Available at E Hawai‘i Organics, Feb. 8–13
The supply of mulch has been depleted at the East Hawaiʻi Organics Facility in Hilo.
2 Lots for Sale are Most Expensive Properties in Kailua-Kona
Carrie Nicholson of Hawai‘i Life, is listing a 3.64-acre lot for $35 million on the Big Island.
Hawai‘i PUC Staff Proposes Updated Performance-Based Regulations
The Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission (PUC) staff has proposed new performance-based regulations.
‘Falls of Clyde’ Goes on Auction Block
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Harbors Division is notifying the public that the Falls of Clyde vessel is being offered for sale by auction.
Kona Brewing Company Celebrates 25 Years
Kona Brewing Company celebrates a 25-year Liquid Aloha legacy this year.
Entrepreneur Meetups Offered for Small Business Owners
Opportunities for local entrepreneurs to network and learn business strategies.
Hawaiian Airlines Reports January 2019 Traffic Statistics
Hawaiian Airlines welcomed more than 958,000 guests in January 2019.
Foodland Introducing New Collection of Products
Foodland Super Market is introducing its new collection of exclusive products, Maikai, found at all Foodland and Sack N Save stores.
KCH Expands Dietary Initiative
Kona Community Hospital expanded its ongoing healthy dietary initiative to include more organic, locally-grown ingredients.
Kona Historical Society Change in Leadership
The Kona Historical Society (KHS) reports that Joy Holland will step down in March as Executive Director of the museum.
Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i PHF Grants $57,000 to IHS
The Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i, as trustee of the Public Health Fund, presented a $57,000 grant to the Institute for Human Services on Monday, Feb. 4, 2019.
Hawai‘i County Introduces Opportunity Zones Tax Incentive Program
The County of Hawai‘i is introducing a new federal tax incentive program, Opportunity Zones, in Hilo and Kona.
Hawai‘i Named Among Top 10 States in U.S. for LEED Building
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released its annual list of Top 10 States for LEED.
Healthcare ‘Barnstorm’ to be Held in Kea‘au
Hawai‘i could be the first state in the nation to get universal healthcare in which all residents have medical coverage.
Libraries Closing for Institute Day, Feb. 6
All Hawai‘i Island public libraries and support offices will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019, for Library Institute Day.
