Business
New Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Workers
Nearly 50 Senate and House Democrats introduced bicameral legislation to guarantee the right for public employees to organize, act concertedly, and bargain collectively.
Town Hall: Future of Puna
The Office of County Councilwoman Eileen O’Hara is hosting a Future of Puna Town Hall on Saturday, June 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pāhoa High School Cafeteria.
OHA Grant for Second Annual Mālama Nā Keiki Festival
Hui Mālama Ola Nā ʻŌiwi (Hui Mālama) announces a $6,500 award from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) ‘Ahahui Grants program.
Hazardous Waste Collection Event, June 16
The County of Hawai‘i announces that the next Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event will occur between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 16, 2018.
Gov. and Lt. Gov. Forum in Kailua-Kona, June 15
The public is invited to attend a moderated Gubernatorial and Lieutenant Governor Candidate Forum on Friday, June 15, 2018, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
HawCC Dean’s List for Spring 2018
Hawai‘i Community College announces the names of the following students who have achieved Dean’s List honors for the Spring 2018 semester.
Reps on Paris Climate Accord: Keeping the Promise While Keeping Up the Call to Action
Senators released new analysis highlighting domestic actions in the past year that are helping the United States still meet its commitment to the Paris climate agreement.
Real Estate Commission to Hold Meetings & Consultations in Hilo
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs announces that the state’s Real Estate Commission will convene its standing committee meetings
CAFNRM Dean’s List, Spring 2018
UH Hilo announces that the following students in the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resource Management received Dean’s List recognition for the Spring 2018 semester:
Campaign Launched to Help Puna Evacuees
Lava Lava Beach Club and partners SimplicityHR by ALTRES and BAYADA Home Care will donate $10,000 each to the Hawaii Community Foundation…
Lots for Sale in Big Island’s First Sustainable ‘Agrihood’
Featuring 11 one-acre vacant lots zoned Ag-1 for agricultural use; Kuwili Lani is a planned, intentional community that is designed to be low-impact.
College of Pharmacy Spring 2018 Dean’s List
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo announces that the following students from the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester:
Kona-Kohala Chamber to Hold Annual Luncheon
Annual membership and installation luncheon welcomes Henk Rogers as keynote speaker; includes Pualu Awards.
Waiākea-Uka Park to Expand
The County of Hawai‘i has received recording clearance on June 4, 2018, for the purchase of a 1-acre parcel of land adjacent to Waiākea-Uka Park in Hilo.
Gov., Lt. Gov. Forums to Be Held in Kailua-Kona
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will present its Governor and Lieutenant Governor Candidate Forums on Friday, June 15, at Kealakehe High School.
Hospice of Kona Volunteer Appreciation Party Spotlights Accomplishments
Hospice of Kona’s (HOK) “Stars of Service” volunteers were appreciated for their more than 10,500 volunteer hours at a Bingo-themed party at the Old Airport Pavilion last month.
National Park Store Opens in Downtown Hilo
All purchases at the store are tax-free and support Hawai‘i’s national parks.
Mauna Lani to be Redesigned Under new Ownership
The Hawai‘i Island luxury resort was recently acquired by Auburge Resorts Collection.
Hawai‘i Community College to Host Special Women’s Event
Registration is required and limited spaces are available.
HCFCU Announces New Board Members for 2018-19
Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union announced that there were three members nominated to the nine-member board of directors by the Nominations and Election Committee.
