Business
Chamber Networking Event Open to the Public
The public is invited to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s networking event, AfterHours, on Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018.
HCFCU Raises $11,000 during ‘Relay for Life’
Branches islandwide raised donations for cancer research in July.
Data Shows Medicare Major Economic Driver
According to the AARP of Hawai‘i, Medicare contributes $2.4 billion to Hawai‘i’s economy.
Hawaiian Airlines Launches Special One-Way Fares
Hawaiian Airlines launched a special one-way neighbor island fares.
Free Insurance Reviews Offered to Puna Residents
A free review of certificates of home insurance and legal consultation for Puna residents affected by the Kīlauea volcano eruption will be offered by Attorney Jeffrey E. Foster.
Mauna Kea Resort Rebranding
East West Hospitality awarded its management contract for residences at Hawai’i’s Mauna Kea Resort.
Compost Events to Be Held in July, Aug
Compost Hawaii and the Hilo UrbFarm are holding events in East Hawai‘i in July and August 2018.
Hawaiʻi Island United Way Launches School Supplies Drive
Drop off school supplies at any Hawaiʻi Community Federal Credit Union Branch islandwide during July and August.
End of Tour: Jack’s Going Out of Business
The volcanic activity has now claimed at least one long-term tour operation here on the Big Island of Hawai‘i.
24-Hour Road Closure on West Kawailani Street
A continuous 24-hour road closure will begin on Monday, July 30, 2018, at 6 a.m. and continue through Friday, August 3, 2018, at 6 p.m. on West Kawailani Street.
Lyman Museum Fundraiser for Hawai‘i Island Volcano Recovery Fund
With no relief in sight from the Kīlauea volcano eruption, the Lyman Museum is postponing its annual fundraising banquet.
Catholic Charities Receives Grants/Donations for Hawai‘i Disaster Victims
On Hawai‘i Island, funds assist Puna residents who evacuated their homes due to the ongoing volcanic activity.
HDOT On Track to Meet Pipeline Goal for 2018
HDOT reports that the current balance of unexpended federal funds, also known as the “Pipeline,” is currently down from $758 million in 2014 to $468 million.
4,260 Solar Modules to Cut HNL Electric Bill by Nearly 50%
The Hawai‘i DOT will install 4,260 new solar modules on the 7th floor of the Terminal 1 parking garage (the former Interisland Terminal).
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center Elects New Board Members
East Hawai‘i natives and Hilo High School graduates James “Jimi” Kunimura and Sandra Tokuuke were recently elected to the board of directors of the nonprofit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center.
UH Hilo Builds Exchange Program With Musashino University
Faculty and students at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy (DKICP) will begin educational and research projects in Japan.
Stewardship Project to Compile Database, Map of Community Organizations
Do you care about our lands and waters?
HDOT Airport Modernization Improvement Projects
HDOT Airports Division is working in partnership with DFS and global restaurateur HMSHost on more than $69 million worth of improvements at HNL.
Congress Passes Bill to Strengthen Ties Between U.S. & New Zealand
On Monday, July 23, 2018, the U.S. House unanimously passed the Knowledgeable Innovators and Worthy Investors (KIWI) Act (S. 2245).
Dental Blessing & Open House
The West Hawai‘i Community Health Center invites the public to join them for a Dental Blessing and Open House on Friday, July 27 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
