Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

The Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai‘i, extended the entry deadline for its 8th Annual Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest until Thursday, April 30. The extension provides Hawai‘i Island kindergarteners through sixth graders more time to submit their original artworks illustrating this year’s theme “Make Every Drop Count.” Read More

Hop on by Kona Commons for Free Photos with the Easter Bunny on April 3rd from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM and April 4th from 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM! The Easter Bunny will be walking through the shopping center, handing out treats for the keiki and spreading a little springtime joy. Bring the whole ‘ohana and create an egg-celent Easter photo. Read More

As the Kona low storm moves away from Hawai‘i, emergency officials are urging residents and businesses to report any damage sustained during the severe weather. Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency says these reports play a critical role in assessing community impacts and guiding recovery resources. Read More 

Hawai‘i Island Community Health Center is hosting its 2nd Annual Healthcare Career Expo on Wednesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kealakehe High School Gym. The event is free and open to the public. Read More

Vibrant Hawaiʻi will once again lead the USDA Summer Feeding Program Kaukau 4 Keiki, ensuring that keiki across Hawaiʻi Island continue to have access to nutritious meals while school is out. Nearly 10,000 children are already registered, and the team is preparing to release vendor RFPs. They hope to partner with more local businesses, farmers, and food providers. Read More

Luana Hospitality Group is seeking proposals from qualified valet service providers to operate valet parking services at Huggo’s Restaurant in Kailua-Kona. Services will support approximately 40–70 vehicles daily between 12:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Read More

Vicky Hanes of the Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center has been selected by Hawaii Business Magazine as one of the 2026 HB20 (20 for the Next 20) honorees, acknowledging her meaningful leadership and commitment to advancing community health across Hawaiʻi Island. Read More

Two new restaurants, Patina and Kona Biscuit Co., are now open at Queen’s Marketplace, located in Waikoloa Beach Resort! Patina is a new American gastropub. Led by Chef Keith Pajinag, Patina pairs elevated comfort dishes with craft cocktails in a warm, modern space inspired by local flavors and fresh ingredients. Read More

The Rotary Clubs of West Hawai'i are sponsoring "West Hawai'i Community ConnectFest" on April 25, 2026, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Makae'o Pavilion at Old Kona Airport. The purpose of the event is to connect local families and nonprofit agencies, for agencies to share their programs and services, and for families to get information about services they may be looking for. Read More