Business
Ocean View PO Converts to USPS-Operated Retail Facility
The Ocean View Contract Postal Unit (CPU) has been converted to a USPS-operated retail facility.
Hawai‘i First to Pass CEDAW Legislation in Every County
The Hawai‘i State Commission on the Status of Women received the annual achievement award from the National Association of Commissions for Women (NACW).
DOH: Food Handlers Must Complete Safety Course
The Hawai‘i DOH reminds all food establishments of regulations that require existing and new permit holders to complete a food handlers education course.
Regulations on Deduction for Passthrough Businesses Proposed
The IRS issued proposed regulations for a new provision allowing many owners of sole proprietorships, partnerships, trusts and S corporations.
Kuikahi Talk: The Four Agreements, a Solution for Peace
The nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center hosts a free talk on Thursday, Aug. 16 as part of their “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace” Brown Bag Lunch Series.
Sen. Hirono Visits Lyon Arboretum
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono continued her backing for the use of native plants during a visit to Lyon Arboretum.
SBA Loans Over $25M in Disaster Assistance
The SBA has approved $6,532,800 for businesses and $18,476,600 for residents to help rebuild and recover from this disaster.
New Platform Created for Those ‘Who Live Aloha in Civic Life’
Civic Square, a Hawai‘i nonprofit, announced that its CivicSquare808 online platforms are live as of Aug. 10, 2018, and available for review and participation.
HELCO Donates $5,000 to Hope Services for Kīlauea Response
A $5,000 donation from HELCO to Hope Services Hawaiʻi was presented during the Pacific Risk Management ʻOhana (PRiMO) disaster management conference.
Airports Division Refinances Revenue Bonds
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) reports that it has successfully refinanced $245 million of outstanding revenue bonds for significant savings.
DOH: Safety Course Required for Food Handlers
DOH Sanitation Branch is telling all food establishments of regulations that require existing and new permit holders to complete a food handlers education course.
All Hawaiian Ports to Full Operations Following Hector
The Coast Guard Captain of the Port reopened all commercial ports in the Hawaiian Islands as of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018.
Paradise Helicopters Donates $10,000 to Assist Big Island Communities
Paradise Helicopters tour company is donating $10,000 to relief efforts for communities on the Island of Hawai‘i affected by recent volcanic activity.
REPORT: Honolulu Least Pet-Friendly Big City in US
In WalletHub’s list of the 100 largest cities in the US, Honolulu came in last for pet-friendliness.
Drones Help Track Kīlauea Eruptions
In the early stages of the eruption in Leilani Estates, immediate concern was for the safety and evacuation of the affected Puna residents and community.
North Kona No. 9 in 25 Top Vacation Rental Ranking
North Kona is ranked No. 9 in a list of the 25 top vacation rental markets in the U.S., according to a report by rental property management company Vacasa.
Federal Support for CTE Programs Becomes Hawai‘i Law
Last week, President Trump signed into law the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act.
Ke Kailani Now Represented by Hawaii Life
Ke Kailani oceanfront community presents one of the last design-build opportunities for buyers looking for custom residential construction within the exclusive Mauna Lani Resort.
State Executes 2nd Phase of Payroll Modernization Project
Gov. David Ige reports the successful roll-out of the second phase of the state’s payroll modernization effort.
New Rental Car Shuttle Pilot Program at HNL Airport
Gov. David Ige and the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reports that an alternative energy pilot busing program at the Daniel K. International Airport.
