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JAL Celebrates 1 Year of Nonstop Flights Between Tokyo & Kona
Japan Airlines (JAL) marked the one-year anniversary on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018, of its roundtrip nonstop service between Tokyo and Kailua-Kona on the island of Hawai‘i.
UH Hilo Ranked in 2019 U.S. News and World Report
UH Hilo is ranked in the 96–127 category among Regional Universities West.
Honokōhau Boat Owners Should Contact New Operator
Gentry Kona Marine has posted large “notice-to-vacate” signs on the fence and gate leading into the boat storage facility.
Kona Hospital Auxiliary Awards $12,000 in Nursing Scholarships
The Kona Community Hospital Auxiliary awarded $12,000 in nursing scholarships in August to six local students seeking to pursue nursing careers.
Hawaiian Airlines to Fly Nonstop to Boston Starting in April
Hawaiian Airlines will begin its five-day-a-week service to Boston Logan International Airport on April 4, 2019.
CENSUS: Hawai‘i Has Highest Median Housing Values in US
The U.S. Census Bureau released income, poverty, health insurance, housing and other data from its American Community Survey (ACS) for 2017 on Sept. 13, 2018.
UPDATE: Reservation System Not Yet Operational for Mauna Kea Cabins
The Mauna Kea Recreation Area (MKRA) cabins will be available for lodging, beginning Oct.1, 2018, the Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announced on Sept. 13, 2018.
WORKSHOP: Getting Your Degree Online? Yes, It’s Doable!
Big Island residents interested in earning a college degree online from a University of Hawai‘i campus can get the inside scoop from successful alumni during a workshop later this month.
State to Receive Over $7.5 M for Native Hawaiian Education
The U.S. Department of Education (DOE) will award Hawai‘i a total of $7,502,520 to fund Native Hawaiian education programs.
IRS Urges Taxpayers to Prepare for Natural Disasters
Individuals, families and businesses begin getting ready for a disaster with a preparedness plan that includes key documents, lists of belongings and property.
HELCO Activates Emergency Response Plans for TS Olivia
As Tropical Storm Olivia heads closer to the islands, HELCO is activating its emergency response plans, going through pre-storm checklists and readying crews to respond.
Hawaiian Airlines Waives Change Fees Ahead of Olivia
Hawaiian Airlines is waiving reservation change fees for guests holding tickets for travel on Hawaiian and its codeshare partners to, from, within and via Hawai‘i from Sept. 11 to 13 due to Hurricane Olivia.
Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park reports the following trail and area closures.
Mobile App Shows Where to Find an EV Fast Charger
Electric vehicle drivers will now be able to use the Hawaiian Electric mobile app to find where Hawaiian Electric Companies’ fast charging stations are located.
UH Team Tackles Computer Science Diversity, Retention
Data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that computer science and related industries are projected to grow faster than any other over the next 10 years.
Lāna‘i Air to Expand Routes to Big Island
Lāna‘i Air will expand its routes to Hawai‘i Island and Maui.
HVNP Partners With Mainstreet Pāhoa Association
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park announced a partnership with Mainstreet Pāhoa Association.
Fake Check Study Reveals Growing Problem
BBB did an in-depth study which found that while consumers may write fewer checks in this era of electronic financial transactions, fake check scams are on the rise.
Jaggar Museum Artifacts Being Moved to Pāhoa
As Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park prepares to reopen on September 22, some locations at the park will never be the same.
Hospice of Kona Opens New Grief Center in Hōlualoa
For years, West Hawai‘i residents seeking support, understanding and education on how to manage the emotions surrounding the death of a loved one have found help with Hospice of Kona.
