Business
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.
Funding to Assist Community in Volcano Recovery Efforts
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono reported that the Synergistic Hawai‘i Agriculture Council (SHAC) will receive more than $483,000 in federal funding.
Insurance Providers Fund Dental Coverage for Low-Income Hawai‘i Residents
AlohaCare & ‘Ohana Health Plan, reports they will offer basic adult dental care coverage through each company’s expanded Medicaid offering beginning Jan. 1, 2019.
PRP Accepting Applications for Executive Leadership Series
Pacific Resource Partnership (PRP) is now accepting applications for its inaugural Executive Leadership Series.
HFS 2nd Annual Reality Fair Set
Join HFS Federal Credit Union for its second annual Reality Fair, a unique opportunity for students to experience some of the financial challenges they’ll face.
Volunteers Needed to Provide Free Tax Help
Last year, more than 600 Hawai‘i residents gave back to their communities as volunteers that provided free tax services.
Hawai‘i Department Dashboard Recognized by Global Company
The State’s Hawai‘i Department Dashboard was recognized with the first ever Chaucer Digital Innovation Award in the North America category.
WORKSHOP: Planning Your End of Life Decisions in Advance
What if you died without a will? What if you didn’t set up an advance directive?
Hawaiian Hotels and Resorts Promotes 5 Executives
The hotel management company oversees resorts on Kauai, Maui and Hawai‘i Island.
