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Monday, February 02, 2026Two 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. Ideal for pau hana drinks, shared plates, or a special night out in Waikoloa. Open ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, January 30, 2026KTA Super Stores is celebrating 110 years of business on Wednesday, February 4, 2026! They are hosting a Customer Appreciation Day at the KTA Downtown Hilo location from 10 AM to 3 PM with samples, giveaways, and more! Location: KTA Super Stores Downtown, 321 Keawe Street, Hilo, HI 96720 Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Time: 10 AM to 3 PMCategories: Community
Friday, January 30, 2026Southwest Airlines introduced assigned and premium seating in response to Customer demand for more options, including Extra Legroom, Preferred, and Standard seating, along with a new group-based boarding process and an elevated travel experience. Read more about the significant moments that marked this ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, January 27, 2026Kailua-Kona, HI – January 2026 As the real estate market across Hawai‘i Island continues to shift, traditional buying and selling strategies are no longer enough. The Hawaii Team is helping clients succeed by embracing creative purchasing scenarios that meet today’s unique market conditions head-on. With interest rates fluctuating, inventory varying by region, and buyers and sellers seeking ...read moreCategories: Education
Tuesday, January 27, 2026Join Salty Swim School on Friday, March 27, 2026, at 8:08 AM for a free Ocean Swim Clinic at ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay! This experience is open to first-time ocean swimmers, new to the Lavaman Triathlon, who are seeking ocean confidence for race day. Limited to 50 participants! Reserve your spot now by scanning the QR code below or calling Salty Swim School at 808-319-8837.Categories: Community, Education
Tuesday, January 20, 2026True North Restoration is a locally owned restoration company specializing in residential and commercial restoration. They work with insurance and out-of-pocket customers to restore spaces impacted by water, fire, sewer, mold, and biohazard damage, as well as asbestos abatement. They can both remediate and reconstruct any space they restore. True North Restoration offers 24/7 rapid response.Categories: Chamber
Monday, January 19, 2026KAILUA-KONA, HI — Kona Quantum Vitality (KQV), a new wellness center in Kailua-Kona, is excited to announce its Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, January 22nd, 2026, from 2:00–6:00 PM, welcoming the community to experience its innovative approach to rest, recovery, and whole-body vitality. The Grand Opening will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony, live entertainment by a local artist, light ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, January 19, 2026KAILUA-KONA, Hawaiʻi — Luana Hospitality announced the appointment of Eric Child as Director of Facilities Maintenance, overseeing facilities operations and maintenance across the company’s restaurant portfolio. In this role, Child is responsible for managing facility maintenance, infrastructure, and operational reliability across Luana Hospitality’s five restaurant locations, including Huggo’s, ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, January 19, 2026CU Hawai‘i is proud to celebrate our island’s 2026 high school seniors and current college students by creating MORE POSSIBILITIES for their academic future with $25,000 in scholarships! They are awarding: Six (6) scholarships for Hawai‘i Island Class of 2026 public or private high school graduates Four (4) scholarships for undergraduates who graduated from a Hawai‘i Island high school or ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Friday, January 16, 2026WAIMEA, HAWAII - As Hawaii Island employers continue to face labor shortages and increasing competition for talent, the Hawaii Employers Council (HEC) will host a professional workshop in Waimea focused on practical, skills-based workforce strategies. The workshop, “Building a Skills-Based Workforce: Strategic Hiring & Development,” will take place on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. The workshop will ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Friday, January 16, 2026Stadia Financial is hosting “Smart Planning for Financial Success” educational workshops for adults ages 40-70 on Wednesday, January 21, and Thursday, January 29. Get Inspired and Prepared To: • Realize your ideal financial plan • Plan for investment success beyond the numbers • Find the best working relationship with your financial advisor The Workshop costs $29 and includes a ...read moreCategories: Education
Coming Fall 2026: UH Hilo’s business program to launch new degree pathway and courses focusing on AIMonday, January 12, 2026The new degree and courses reflect the College of Business and Economics’ response to workforce demand for AI and analytics skills, and UH Hilo’s broader commitment to interdisciplinary education and responsible AI development. Beginning in the 2026 fall semester, the College of Business and Economics is launching a new AI concentration in the Bachelor of Business Administration program that ...read moreCategories: Education
Friday, January 09, 2026Alaska Airlines welcomed the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner painted in its new global livery. The exterior design draws inspiration from the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis, featuring a palette of deep midnight blues and lush emerald greens that channel the aurora’s energy and spirit of the Alaska brand. Utilizing a new aircraft painting technology, it took artists nearly 1,000 hours across ...read more
Tuesday, January 06, 2026The 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. The event is totally free ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, January 05, 2026Salty Swim School is now offering a transformative 5-day retreat for seasoned and aspiring swimmers alike who are ready to ground, align, and connect. You’ll leave feeling clear, joyful, and supported with a deeper sense of calm, clarity, self-love, and self-trust. Explore hidden magic on the Big Island with water experiences including a sweat lodge ceremony, waterfall hikes, and a cold plunge ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, January 05, 2026HFS FCU proudly announced that they will award $60,000 in scholarships this year. Twenty $3,000 scholarships will be offered, with ten for graduating Big Island high school seniors and ten for current college students. Applications are exclusively available online at https://hfsfcu.awardspring.com/ and must be submitted no later than Saturday, February 28, 2026. Any student who meets the ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, December 29, 2025The Kamehameha Schools board of trustees announced that, pending Probate Court approval, Kamehameha preschools and K-12 campuses on Hawai'i Island, Oahu, and Maui will no longer require tuition beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Ke Ali‘i Pauahi’s endowment will cover the full cost of education. The Board of Trustees stated, “It has become clear that tuition no longer reflects either the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, December 29, 2025The Club Kona is thrilled to share that their new location in Kealakekua Ranch Center is coming soon, an inviting 7,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art fitness space designed with your needs in mind. It features premium equipment, including weightlifting machines, a dedicated Olympic lifting station, and a versatile functional area with turf and sled pulls, perfect for all your training goals. For ...read more
Monday, December 29, 2025Bill and Justin Armijo of Trans World Metals supported the Hawaiʻi Police Department, Kona Community Policing Section’s first annual Holiday Toy Drive. The event was held Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at the Kona Walmart. It resulted in the donation of more than 1,000 toys, which were distributed to the Salvation Army and the Boys & Girls Club to help ensure 1,000 keiki across West Hawaiʻi received ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, December 22, 2025Kailua-Kona, HI – December 2025 This holiday season, The Hawai‘i Team, a premier real estate group serving the Big Island of Hawai‘i, is celebrating the spirit of giving with two signature offerings designed to reflect the warmth, beauty, and refined luxury of island living. Each December, The Hawai‘i Team celebrates the season with a cherished holiday tradition for clients and friends on the ...read more
Monday, December 22, 2025Southwest Airlines published a new service for Hawaii that brings the Ninth Island closer to Hilo Town, linking Las Vegas with Hilo (Hawaii Island) nonstop beginning August 6, 2026. The additional service furthers a commitment by Southwest Airlines® to the Aloha State that stretches across the islands with Heart for Hawaii. Southwest® has scheduled the additional time-saving mainland service in ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, December 22, 2025SiteOne Landscape Supply is proud to serve the West Hawaiʻi community as a trusted local wholesale source for irrigation and landscape supplies. They welcome professionals and the public, offering a broad selection of products to support residential, commercial, and agricultural projects of every size. At their Kailua-Kona location, you’ll find industry-leading irrigation solutions, including ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Friday, December 05, 2025Kailua-Kona, HI- Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce the promotion of Janete Palma Camacho to Branch Manager of its Kaloko location. Janete previously served as a Loan Officer at HCFCU's Kailua Branch, where she has been a valued team member since July 2023. With 30 years of lending experience, Janete brings extensive knowledge of mortgage and consumer lending, ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, December 04, 2025Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi — December 2025 — Luana Hospitality Group has launched its annual holiday gift card program, available through December 31, 2025, across all of its restaurant locations on Hawaiʻi Island and Kauaʻi. The program includes a seasonal promotion that provides bonus promo cards with qualifying gift card purchases. From now through the end of the year, guests who purchase a $50 gift ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, December 04, 2025HONOLULU – In a landmark partnership, Hawai‘i’s largest private health care organization has teamed up with the state’s provider of acute and long-term care across the islands to improve health care delivery in the growing west region of Hawaiʻi Island. The Queen’s Health Systems (Queen’s) and Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to jointly develop an ...read more
Monday, December 01, 2025Holiday happenings at the Kailua Village Business Improvement District are here! On Sunday, December 7, experience a Kailua Kalikmaka Holiday Concert, the 10th Annual Lighted Boat Parade, and Kokua Kailua, where you can stroll historic Kailua Village and shop small. On Saturday, December 13, see the Keiki Kalikimaka themed Kailua Village Christmas Parade presented by the Kailua Village Parade ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, November 26, 2025Keauhou Shopping Center will host its annual Small Business Saturday celebration on Nov. 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the center’s courtyard. Guests can enjoy exclusive promotions, in-store specials and holiday festivities that support Hawai‘i Island merchants. “Local small businesses embody the aloha, creativity and community pride that make Keauhou special,” said Stephen Hicks, general ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, November 26, 2025Path Technologies crafts custom software tools that empower those who provide care, fostering deeper connections and more impactful support. They would love to build software locally in Hawaii. Please reach out if you have any tech needs, from launching a website to automating your business.Categories: Chamber
Tuesday, November 25, 2025Sharky Hearts Behavior Support Services provides individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism on the Big Island. Their new Kona clinic offers 1:1 skill-building, behavior support, parent training, and school collaboration in a fun, naturalistic learning environment. They focus on improving communication, social skills, independence, and daily living skills through ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Tuesday, November 25, 2025On Saturday, December 6, at 12 PM, celebrate Sharky Hearts Behavioral Support Services' grand opening of their new clinic at Palani Court! Tour the space and enjoy appetizers and refreshments. Families and kids are welcome. New Clinic Address: Palani Court 74-5620 Palani Rd. Suite 101 Kailua-Kona, HI 96750Categories: Community
Monday, November 24, 2025Trans World Metals, LTD., in partnership with the Kona Police Department, is hosting a Kona Toy & Food Drive! The drop-off location will be at the Kona Police Department. They will be accepting toys and non-perishable canned goods before and after the event. For more information, please contact Sergeant Wyattlane Nahale at 808-326-4646 ext. 259.Categories: Community
Friday, November 21, 2025Join us for an engaging and interactive session to learn more about the BizBoost Program, designed to help small businesses access federal aid resources, technical assistance with legal, accounting or financial services, and funding opportunities to grow and thrive. A partnership between Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, Hawaii Technology Development Corporation and Kona Kohala Chamber of Commerce, ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community
Thursday, November 20, 2025The Hawaii Team, led by Realtor® Dan Polimino, is proud to present Sky Estate, a breathtaking contemporary residence positioned above the Kona coastline. Spanning more than 7,500 square feet, this architectural masterpiece harmonizes modern design, natural light, and the endless horizon of the Pacific Ocean to create a private luxury retreat unlike any other. From the moment you enter, Sky Estate ...read more
Thursday, November 20, 2025It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Kona Commons! The shopping center is transforming into a merry island wonderland, where twinkling lights, festive music, and even a little snowfall bring the spirit of the holidays to life. Shoppers and families are invited to celebrate the season with a lineup of cheerful events sure to make spirits bright. Kona Commons’ sparkling new 14-foot ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, November 17, 2025Andrea Chen is a financial advisor with professional designations. She brings experience helping individuals, families, and business owners build financial security and confidence for the future. With a background in both business and education, her approach is centered around clarity and connection. She simplifies complex strategies so her clients understand their options, what to expect, and how ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Monday, November 17, 2025A new federally funded two-year initiative is in the works that aims to help Hawaii’s smallest businesses and nonprofits access federal funds at no cost, with the support of on-island experts in financial, legal, and accounting. Hiring of those experts is underway for individuals and small companies. These contractors will be compensated up to 20 hours per week to support businesses and ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community
Monday, November 17, 2025Waikoloa Plaza is hosting their Annual Christmas Charity Bike Run on November 29 from 12 PM to 4 PM. You can donate new, unused, and unwrapped toys for local charities. Join them for photos with Santa, face painting, bounce houses, and live music!
Monday, November 17, 2025HOPE Services Hawai‘i welcomed nearly 100 people experiencing homelessness to its West Hawai‘i campus for its Annual Homeless Luncheon, a day dedicated to community, connection, and essential services for the unsheltered community in West Hawai'i. The event transformed the Friendly Place Campus into a hub of support and celebration. Guests enjoyed a restaurant-quality lunch, accompanied by the ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, November 10, 2025Malama Kai Foundation is hosting a Reef Talk presented by Robin W. Baird with Cascadia Research Collective. Join them on Thursday, November 20, at 5:30 pm at the Ridge to Reef Restoration Center (3RC) at 73-4485 Kahilihili Street, Kailua-Kona. The event will also be live-streamed on their YouTube channel @malamakai. Contact MKF's Reef Talks Coordinator for more information at ...read more
Monday, November 10, 2025Please join the International Lunar Observatory Association for a free community event featuring talks on the Moon (Mahina) and its importance in Hawaiian culture, local Galaxy astronomy, and Moon missions. Presenters include Kimo Pihana (Hawai'i Kumu), Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope Director Jean-Gabriel Cuby, EAO / JCMT Support Astronomer Harold Peña, International Lunar Observatory Association ...read more
Monday, November 10, 2025Showcasing Hawai‘i Island-sourced ingredients, Original Hawaiian Chocolate Factory (OHCF) offers a selection of four tasty specialty bars to enhance its line of milk, dark, and rare criollo chocolates. Milk or dark chocolate bars containing your choice of Kona coffee, Kona Sea Salt, macadamia nuts, or roasted cacao nibs are available at OHCF’s on-site plantation Chocolate Shoppe in Keauhou-Kona. ...read more
Monday, November 10, 2025Trans World Metals, LTD. has been in the precious metals business for 39 years, since 1986, and has been a worldwide broker and dealer in precious metals, including gold, silver, palladium, and platinum bullion, as well as gold-silver backed IRAs. Learn more about our new member here: https://www.transworldmetalsltd.com/Categories: Chamber
Monday, November 10, 2025The Kona Hospital Foundation is proud to announce its 2025 GivingTuesday campaign, focused on raising $57,200 to purchase 13 brand-new, state-of-the-art baby bassinets for the Women’s Health Services (WHS) unit at Kona Community Hospital. GivingTuesday — a global day of giving celebrated the Tuesday after Thanksgiving — will take place on December 2, 2025. This year, the Kona Hospital Foundation ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, November 10, 2025The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary (KCFS) has been awarded the Better Business Bureau (BBB) Foundation’s 2025 Torch Award for Ethics, recognizing its leadership in values-driven business practices, environmental stewardship, and community impact. The BBB Foundation Torch Award for Ethics celebrates organizations that exemplify trust, character, and commitment to both people and place. KCFS earned ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, November 05, 2025HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) invites Hawai‘i Island residents to take part in community input sessions, which will provide space for community members to share their insights, experiences and ideas on the future of tourism on their island. “These sessions are a chance for residents to share their mana‘o on tourism so that the Island of Hawai‘i’s destination management plans ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, November 03, 2025KONA, HAWAI`I (October 23, 2025) – Learners of all ages are invited to Kona Commons Shopping Center in Kailua Kona on Saturday, November 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for an entertainment-filled day of astronomy and natural sciences. Sponsored by the Maunakea Observatories, this free, open-air event is an opportunity for the community to meet with scientists and educators and learn how Hawai`i contributes ...read more
Monday, November 03, 2025PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Road Closure for Lantern Parade To ensure the safety of participants and spectators, Alii Drive in Kailua Village from Kaahumanu Place to Hualalai will be temporarily closed for the annual Kona Coffee Cultural Festival Lantern Parade on Friday, November 7 starting at 5:30. Road will reopen at 7:00 pm. Please plan accordingly and use alternate routes during the ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, October 06, 2025Life Flight Network is the nation’s largest not-for-profit air medical transport provider, operating nearly 60 aircraft across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, and Hawai‛i. For more than 47 years, our highly trained flight nurses, flight paramedics, flight respiratory therapists, and pilots have delivered lifesaving, ICU-level care and rapid transport in our patients’ most critical moments. ...read more
Monday, October 06, 2025Welcome to the Bingo Fundraiser Benefiting Humanity Hale! Join WHAR for a fun-filled evening of bingo games while supporting a great cause. The event will be held at the Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel, so come on down and bring your friends and family for a night of excitement and giving back. Your participation will help make a difference in the lives of those in need. ...read more
Monday, October 06, 2025KAILUA-KONA, HI—Family Support Hawaii was awarded a $450,000 grant from The Stupski Foundation. This transformative gift will significantly enhance our programs, ensuring that children and families across West Hawaii receive the support they need during the most critical stages of development, most especially through this difficult time.Operating supplies and materials for innovative center will ...read more
Monday, October 06, 2025New initiative empowers local business to use AI in ways that grow our economy and expand opportunity while respecting community & culture. Kailua-Kona, HI – September 17, 2025 – A new initiative launched on Hawai‘i Island to help small businesses embrace AI technology while staying rooted in our community values. alohastate.ai officially kicks off this fall with a three-part, free workshop ...read more
Monday, September 29, 2025At Aloha Kona Urgent Care, we are committed to providing patients and their families with quality, convenient, and affordable urgent care services. Since our founding in 2015, Transformation Health Network, LLC has remained dedicated to delivering whole-person health care, growing over the years into one of the most trusted urgent care providers in the area. Our unique model of care integrates ...read more
Friday, September 26, 2025Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i — Kai Eats + Drinks, the vibrant oceanfront restaurant located along Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona, is excited to announce the launch of its new Italian-inspired dinner menu. This fresh offering blends the restaurant’s playful, local vibe with timeless Italian flavors, providing guests with an all-new evening dining experience on the Kona coast. The Italian dinner menu features ...read more
Monday, September 22, 2025KEAUHOU-KONA, HAWAI’I ISLAND—Indulge in holiday fare and festivity while supporting the future of our local culinary industry at the 33rd Christmas with the Chefs. Time is 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 inside and out of the ballroom at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay. Temptations include savory and sweet tasting stations by the isle’s top chefs, confectioners and beverage ...read more
Monday, September 15, 2025Save-the-Date! The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will host our 19th Annual Living & Design Home Expo on Saturday & Sunday, March 14 & 15, 2026 at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa, Kaleiopapa Convention Center. More details on sponsorship & exhibitor registration will come soon. The expo is open to the public and admission is free. Previous images can be found ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Thursday, September 11, 2025KAMUELA, HI – Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital is joining thousands of people and their pets around the world for the “World’s Largest Pet Walk” on Saturday, September 27. The World’s Largest Pet Walk encourages everyone to enjoy the health benefits of being active with pets. Community members and their pets are welcome to join the hospital’s pet therapy teams on a two-mile walk starting ...read more
Thursday, August 28, 2025The International Sea Turtle Society has been a registered non-profit organization (501(c)(3) since February 1996. The International Sea Turtle Society (ISTS) will host its 44th ISTS Symposium in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi, marking the first time this premier global event has ever been held in Hawaiʻi or the Pacific Islands. The symposium is expected to draw close to 1,000 participants from more than ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Tuesday, August 12, 2025Cyrus Johnasen joins Pacific Media Group as the general manager for the Big Island Radio Operations. Hilo born and raised, Johnasen will manage stations KBIG, KAPA and The Beat, working with the radio team to develop strategic partnerships, and strengthen PMG’s position in the Hawaiʻi Island market. He will also play a key role with PMG’s digital division with the Big Island Now team. In his new ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, August 04, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member, MPI Security Hawaii. At MPI Security, they’re proud to protect Hawai‘i’s homes and businesses with reliable, state-of-the-art security solutions. As a locally owned company, they bring island expertise and a commitment to excellence, offering services like security cameras, video monitoring, fire alarms, and more. With MPI Security, your safety is our priority, and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, August 04, 2025About The Hawaii Team Statistics that Speak for Themselves The Hawaii Team, led by Dan Polimino, is a boutique real estate team dedicated to luxury and world-class properties. We set ourselves apart through the discriminating handling of each property and our singular marketing expertise, concierge-level service and global network. In just 18 years, Dan Polimino has completed almost 1,300 ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, July 28, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member Kona Hospital Foundation. The Kona Hospital Foundation is dedicated to improving Kona Community Hospital for the entire community. We fund medical technology, expanded services and enhanced facilities that would otherwise be unavailable. The Kona Hospital Foundation, a nonprofit corporation, was created in 1984 to accept gifts and solicit donations for new medical ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Monday, July 28, 2025Welcome to Customized Curriculum by Kristen - New Chamber Member REVOLUTIONIZING EDUCATION We are a private company that tutors kids and designs curriculum that you need. We started in 2018 and have grown to teach over 100 children on the Big Island of Hawaii and on the mainland through online tutoring. We are not a tutor that helps with a one time homework question, or to help you study for ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, July 16, 2025QUEEN’S NORTH HAWAI’I COMMUNITY HOSPITAL GOES GREEN KAMUELA, HI - After several years of planning, the Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital (QNHCH) solar power project has kicked off. A solar field is being installed on QNHCH property at the south end of the hospital campus. This one-acre solar field is expected to produce over 1 million kwh per year, saving an estimated $170,000 annually, ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Tuesday, July 08, 2025Welcome to New Member Kumukahi Health + WellnessMission KH+W connects our Hawai‘i Island at risk community with health equity and wellness through collaboration, advocacy and education empowering people to live longer, happier and healthier lives.Vision Kumukahi Health + Wellness aspires to empower individuals with comprehensive support and guidance for HIV care, sexual health, substance use, ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Tuesday, July 08, 2025Welcome to New Member Colors of Hawaii Printing - Kona's Printer Since 1990 We are the only real offset printshop in Kona. No one else comes close to the quality of our reproduction and craftmanship. We just added to our equipment list The newest Xerox Versant 280 Digital press. This is only one on Big Island at Colors of Hawaii Printing in Kona. Call: 808-326-1000 or 808-494-5335 email: ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Friday, June 20, 2025Hilo, HI (June 20, 2025) – HFS Federal Credit Union is honored to announce that it has been named the Best-in-State Credit Union in Hawai’i by Forbes for 2025. This prestigious recognition marks the seventh time in eight years that HFS Federal Credit Union has earned a place on the respected Forbes list. “We are deeply grateful for this recognition and humbled by the continued trust our members ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Friday, June 13, 2025Introducing the Outdoor Accents® Sage System™ from Simpson Strong-Tie, the brand most trusted by the pros. Designed with homeowners in mind, the Sage System delivers strength, beauty, and simplicity, making it easier than ever to create a stunning outdoor pergola. The system features rigorously tested connectors with ZMAX® galvanized steel and a sleek black powder coat finish, offering durability ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, June 09, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member Kona Glee Club Kona's completely new, innovative Glee Club! Combines singing Pop and R&B music in harmony with choreographed dance moves to produce an unforgettable experience for participants and audience. Rehearsals begin August 6th, 2025. "The Kona Glee Club is a Nonprofit 501c3 (EIN 33-3268351) founded by Ilene Cohen Harrington in 2025. After she launched ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, June 02, 2025Welcome to New Chamber member Stream2Sea. Stream2Sea has the only mineral-based sunscreen on the planet that’s been tested and proven safe for freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and coral larvae, and has passed the stringent HEL Labs Protect Land + Sea certification. Stream2Sea is a woman-owned, veteran-operated company that manufactures all our products in our FDA-registered facility in rural ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, June 02, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member Kahilu TheaterABOUT Mission Making a place where community, creativity and inspiration thrive.Vision Kahilu is a flourishing multidisciplinary arts center on Hawaii Island: a place where our community comes together and the arts come alive! What's On - Live performances and events at Kahilu are a captivating blend of artistry, creativity, and cultural ...read moreCategories: Education, CommunityFriday, May 30, 2025Hampton Inn Kailua-Kona Bay to Open Summer 2025 Following Major Renovation The Kailua-Kona tourist district will soon welcome the Hampton Inn Kailua-Kona Bay, opening in Summer 2025. Formerly Uncle Billy’s Kona Bay Hotel, the beloved oceanfront property is undergoing a $30 million renovation led by Sandy Shapery and 12th & A Hotel Partners, with financing arranged by Summit ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Thursday, May 29, 2025Hilo, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce the promotion of Tysha McDonald to Hilo Branch Manager. Tysha, a valued member of the Hilo team since 2018, steps into the role previously held by Tyson Klask, who was recently appointed Vice President of Operations. With more than 15 years of lending experience, Tysha brings a passion for helping members reach their ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Tuesday, May 27, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member. Alzheimer's Association, Aloha Chapter Currently, nearly 100,000 kūpuna and other individuals in Hawaii are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, or another form of dementia. Serving Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii Island, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, the Alzheimer’s Association – Hawaii is here to help. The Alzheimer’s Association – Hawaii is a ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Friday, May 23, 2025WHAR said a big Mahalo to Uncle Kaniela and Aunty Anna Akaka for blessing the new office of the West Hawaii Association of Realtors, which is now located in The Brewery Block at 74-5617 Pawai Pl., Suite 107, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 Mission: Provide REALTORS® in West Hawaiʻi with a pathway to professional growth and vibrant community collaboration, while advocating for the protection of real ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, May 21, 2025Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce the appointment of Tyson Klask as its new Vice President of Operations, effective April 21, 2025. Tyson joined the HCFCU ‘ohana in 2017 and most recently served as Hilo Branch Manager, where he led the successful opening and growth of HCFCU’s first East Hawai‘i branch. A dedicated leader with a passion for ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Tuesday, May 06, 2025Hawaiian Telcom Named Top-Rated Internet Provider in Hawai‘i by Ookla®, a Global Leader in Connectivity Intelligence Honolulu, Hawai‘i — Internet speed for home and business has become an increasingly important criterion in choosing an internet service as data-rich applications become more sophisticated. However, the validity of claims made by internet service providers that they are the ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, May 05, 2025Welcome to New Chamber Member Sea Dragon Energy, Inc. https://www.seadragon.energy/seawater-to-jet-fuel Sea Dragon Energy, Inc. was created to meet the energy demands of the future with innovations today. Our solutions aim at resolving bottlenecks in the energy system to create truly mobile and on-demand production, storage and consumption of energy. This will allow for a sustainable growth of ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, May 05, 2025Welcome to New Chamber MemberNimbleBrain, Inc. AI Simplified Smarter AI. Faster Decisions. Affordable for Every Business. NimbleBrain’s DeepAgentTM technology simplifies AI so you can launch in minutes — no coding, no overhead.From Idea to Use In Minutes NimbleBrain turns your ideas into AI-driven solutions in a matter of minutes. Our platform understands your intent through natural ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Tuesday, April 22, 2025KAMUELA, HI – “Giving from the heart” and “passionate about our patients” is how Stephany Vaioleti, President, Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital, and other leaders describe the hospital’s volunteers. The hospital’s volunteers are being recognized this week for their exceptional community contributions as part of National Volunteer Appreciation Week. Queen’s North Hawai’i Community ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Friday, April 11, 2025Welcome to new chamber member eMortgage Hawaii At eMortgage Hawaii, their mission is to set a high standard in the mortgage industry. They are committed to quality customer service - putting the people they serve first. Their goal is to carefully guide you through the home loan process, so that you can confidently select the best mortgage for you and your family from the many mortgage options ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, April 09, 2025AfterHours, Kuleana Green Business Expo at Pu‘u Wa‘awa‘a Ranch, Earlier Option Open to Tour Blue Planet Energy Research Lab Celebrating the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce’s commitment to environmental stewardship, the Sustainability Committee hosts the April AfterHours Networking Event featuring the Kuleana Green Business Expo on April 16 at Pu‘u Wa‘awa‘a Ranch in North Kona. From 5:00 to 7:00 ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Tuesday, April 01, 2025Hawaii's Fairmont Orchid resort unveils multimillion-dollar 'transformative' renovation The Fairmont Orchid on Hawaii Island has completed the majority of a multimillion-dollar renovation project to refresh all 540 guest rooms and suites, the resort's private Gold Floor, and its meeting and events spaces. The exact dollar figure of the project was not disclosed, but resort officials noted that it ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, April 01, 2025Media Release HOPE Services Hawai‘i Acquires Kani Leʻa Apartments to Provide Permanent Affordable Housing in Kona KAILUA-KONA, HI – HOPE Services Hawai‘i has officially acquired the Kani Leʻa apartment building, expanding its efforts to provide permanent, affordable housing in West Hawai‘i. Located at 75-5706 Kalawa St. in the heart of Kailua-Kona, the complex comprises 12 two-bedroom, one-bath ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, March 27, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From: Kona-Kohala Chamber of CommerceContact events@kona-kohala.comor (808) 329-1758 Sold-Out Crowd Hears from Mayor Kimo Alameda, Hawai‘i County Leadership at Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Luncheon KAILUA-KONA— The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) recently welcomed Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda to its annual Mayor’s Luncheon to hear about the county’s ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber
Friday, March 07, 2025Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is excited to announce Sonia Jazmin as its new Human Resources Manager. With extensive experience in human resources, Sonia brings a strong background in recruitment & retention, employee training & development, and benefits administration to her new role. Sonia joins HCFCU from Ali‘i Health Center, where she built the HR ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Friday, March 07, 2025Kona-Kohala Chamber Welcomes Crowd to Building & Design Home ExpoSix businesses tapped for exceptional industry displaysKEAUHOU-KONA, HAWAIʻI—Island residents flocked to the 18th Annual Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Living & Design Home Expo February 22-23 to see the latest in home improvement services and products. Held at the Outrigger Kona Resort & Spa’s Kaleiopapa Convention Center, the free ...read moreCategories: Chamber
Tuesday, March 04, 2025Welcome to new Chamber member Hala Tree Coffee Hala Tree Coffee products 100% Kona Coffee (Classic)100% Kona Coffee (Specialty)100% Kona Coffee (Micro Batch)Cold BrewGiftsGreenHawaiian Teas Gift Card Coffee Club Farm TourAbout In 2012 Jean and I came to Hawaii’s ‘Big Island’ for a week’s vacation. We had the most amazing time, the kind of vacation everyone dreams of. Everything was perfect ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Monday, March 03, 2025COLDWELL BANKER ISLAND PROPERTIES wants to thank everyone for stopping by their booth at the 18th Annual Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Living and Design Home Expo February 22-23, 2025 "CONGRATULATIONS to Susan C. for winning our gift basket valued at $250 !!! We hope that you enjoyed visiting our booth and playing our ‘Price is Right’ game. Should you have any questions about Real Estate, ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, February 25, 2025Kokua Roofing Unveils New Brand Identity: "Roofing Excellence Redefined"A Renewed Commitment to Hawaii’s Homes, Communities, and the Roofing Industry February 25, 2025 – KAILUA-KONA, HI – Kokua Roofing Services, a trusted leader in Hawaii’s roofing industry for nearly 50 years, is proud to announce a comprehensive rebrand that reflects its legacy of trust, commitment to community, and its ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Tuesday, February 25, 2025Welcome to new Chamber member Mauka Hualalai Rentals, Your Kona Luxury Car Rental Agency Located in Kona on the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii. Our vehicles are upgraded models offering the fun, comfort, and safety to meet your needs. We offer a range of vehicles for rent: convertiblesSUVstrucksvanssports cars Pick your favorite luxury brands: BMW, Porsche, Jaguar, Fiat, and more!Your Car ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, February 14, 2025Welcome New Chamber MemberFlight of Aloha. Located in the lobby of King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel 75-5660 Palani Rd, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740 1-888-48A-LOHAExperience Hawaii Like Never Before Flight of Aloha, Hawaii's first flying theater ride experience! Soar through breathtaking landscapes, discover the islands' rich history, and explore untouched areas once reserved for royalty. Glide over ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, January 23, 2025Toby Taniguchi is the yonsei of his family’s company on the Big Island of Hawai’i. That is, he is the fourth generation to lead the business, Puna Plantation Hawaii Ltd., based in Hilo. The company comprises businesses including six KTA Super Stores, KTA Express, five KTA Pharmacy locations and K. Takata Store, which Puna Plantation acquired in September. Puna Plantation’s origins stretch back ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, January 06, 2025Kahaluʻu Bay on the Big Island has become a focal point for blending science, tourist education and cultural know-how. So far, hopeful signs abound. Civil Beat ArticleBy Paula Dobbyn/ December 31, 2024 A daughter of the Big Island’s Kailua-Kona region, Cindi Punihaole remembers when the ocean was teeming with life. “My father taught me how to throw a net,” recalled Punihaole, now 74. “The sea ...read moreCategories: Community, EducationWednesday, June 26, 2024Kailua Kona Cruise Ship Schedule 2025 Schedule January 2025 01 08 15 21 22 29 February 2025 05 06 07 12 19 21 26 March 2025 05 12 19 26 April 2025 02 09 14 15 16 17 23 24 26 27 28 29 30 May 2025 01 07 09 10 14 21 28 June 2025 01 04 08 11 18 25 July 2025 02 08 09 13 16 23 29 30 August 2025 04 06 13 20 27 September ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy.png)
Monday, August 22, 2022August 18, 2022 A BIG MAHALO goes out to Queens' Marketplace for hosting our AfterHours networking event last night - the first AfterHours since February 2020. Our members were so happy to gather and spend time together! The purpose of these chamber events are to expand reach, increase visibility and build relationships with West Hawaiʻi’s business community. Attendees are encouraged to meet, ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, August 22, 2022ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI PONO PLEDGE WINS INTERNATIONAL TELLY AWARD Island of Hawaiʻi (August 22, 2022) – The Island of Hawaiʻi Pono Pledge, which advocates for mindful, safe, and pono interactions by travelers while on Hawai‘i Island, was awarded a 2022 Silver Telly Award earlier this year. The award in the Online General, Public Interest/Awareness category recognizes a video that was created to share ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Thursday, July 28, 2022Journey with us to the heart of Kailua-Kona as we explore the beauty and sacredness of Kahaluʻu Bay! In this episode, Cindi Punihaole, director of The Kohala Center’s Kahalu‘u Bay Education Center, shares her personal relationship with Kahaluʻu, the value of aloha ʻāina (caring for the land) instilled by her family, and challenges that Kahalu‘u’s coral reefs face today. Join us as we learn simple ...read moreCategories: Community, Education.png)
Monday, June 27, 2022https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2022/06/24/uh-hilo-honored-for-maunakea-stewardship/ Gov. David Ige with Center for Maunakea Stewardship staff, from left, Jessica Kirkpatrick, Greg Chun and Nahua Guilloz The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce honored the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship (CMS) with its 2022 Pūalu Award for Community Education on Friday, June 24. The award ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Sunday, June 26, 2022Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Gathers to Hear from Governor Ige,Install New Board, Present Pualu Awards, Reboot Business Expo KAILUA-KONA – The chief executive for the State of Hawaiʻi, Governor David Ige, joined the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce (KKCC) for its annual meeting on Friday, June 24, 2022. The event marked the organization’s first in-person membership luncheon in three years due ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community
Wednesday, July 01, 2020Hawaiʻi County General Plan 2040 UpdateSummary of Public Comment and Revised Timeline The Planning Department appreciates the communities and stakeholders that were part of the robust public outreach in 2019 on the Hawaiʻi County General Plan 2040 Update. A variety of community engagement activities produced valuable input that is actively shaping the next draft. Later this year Planning ...read moreCategories: Economy.jpg)
Thursday, May 21, 2020Reef-friendly sunscreen initiative leads to reduction of oxybenzone in Kahaluʻu BayContinued efforts needed to save coral reefs KAHALU‘U BAY, Hawai‘i Island, Hawai‘i—May 21, 2020—The results are in: oxybenzone levels have dropped dramatically at Hawai‘i Island’s Kahalu‘u Bay. Thanks to tens of thousands of visitors who responded positively to The Kohala Center’s ongoing “Reef-Friendly Sun ...read moreCategories: Community
