Business
YWCA of Hawai’i Island Receives Accreditation
YWCA of Hawai’i Island has been accredited as a provider of high-quality home visiting services to families who want to improve their child’s health, nutrition and developmental outcomes.
PMG Expands to Kaua‘i, Acquires KONG Radio
Pacific Media Group has purchased KONG Radio Group on the island of Kauaʻi from ‘Ohana Broadcast Company LLC.
Lyft Hires Market Manager for Hawai‘i Region
Lyft has hired Rob Mora as its new market manager for Hawai‘i.
IRS Issues Guidance on Tax Cuts & Jobs Act
The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance on the business expense deduction for meals and entertainment following law changes in the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.
Hawai‘i Community College Nursing Program Receives $69,333
Hawai‘i Community College (via UH Foundation) was awarded $69,333 for the school’s nursing program to help address healthcare labor shortages on Hawai‘i Island.
The RISE Project Accepting Scholarship Apps
The RISE Project is accepting scholarship applications to be awarded next spring.
AT&T Offers Discounts to Military, Veterans
Starting Oct. 5, active military and veterans and family members on an AT&T Unlimited &More or AT&T Unlimited &More Premium wireless plan can receive discounts.
HCFCU Holding Free Medicare Seminar
It’s important to be educated on the answers to Medicare questions.
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s Networking Event
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event.
OHA Hires New Chief Operation Officer
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) has selected Sylvia Hussey, Ed.D., as the agency’s new Ka Pou Nui (Chief Operating Officer).
Landfill, Recycling & Transfer Station Closed for Ironman
The Puʻuanahulu Landfill in Waikoloa and the Kealakehe Recycling and Transfer Station in Kailua-Kona will be closed all day on Saturday, Oct.13, 2018.
Hoʻomaluō Program Being Launched at ADA Meeting
The Hawai‘i Convention Center is launching the Hoʻomaluō Program to mark its 20th year of operations.
Hawaiʻi Student Debt Among the Lowest in U.S.
Thanks to the affordability of the 10-campus University of Hawaiʻi System, Hawaiʻi is ranked ninth in the nation when it comes to low student debt.
UH Mānoa Foreign Language Program Funding Reaches $10M
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa was awarded an an estimated $624,000 in funding by the U.S. Department of Education (US Ed) for their Title VI Language Resource Center.
Australia to Be Included in Global Entry Program
An agreement has been reached between the U.S. and Australia to launch a pilot program allowing Australian citizens to apply for expedited customs clearance.
ALS Foundation to Hold Fundraiser at Pali Lanes
ALS Foundation of Hawaii is planning to hold a fundraiser, tentatively set for Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, at the Kailua Pali Lanes bowling alley.
Roger Kaiwi Named Hawai‘i Coffee Company’s Second Q Grader
While most people have not heard of Q graders, these coffee experts have achieved legendary status within the industry.
WORKSHOP: Helping Nonprofits ‘Get the Word Out’
The Big Island Press Club and Nā Leo TV will offer a workshop to help local nonprofit organizations get their news releases on air, in print and online.
Hilo & Kailua-Kona Walmarts Raise Funds for Kapi‘olani
Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart stores are helping to raise money for the Kapi‘olani Medical Center for Women & Children.
Medicare Advantage Premiums Decline, Benefits to Increase
On average, Medicare Advantage premiums will decline while plan choices and new benefits increase.
