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Friday, September 29, 2023Brought to you by the Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union.Categories: Education, CommunityFriday, September 29, 2023Brought to you by the Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union.Categories: Community, EducationFriday, September 29, 2023Brought to you by the Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union.Categories: Community, Education
Friday, September 29, 2023Nick Adler and Jim Shipman of CBRE, are pleased to announce the leasing of a property comprising of 17,022 square feet of improvements on 1.0 acres of land. The improvements consist of 7,500 SF of ground floor warehouse, 4,800 SF of ground floor office/showroom, and 4,722 SF of second floor office/showroom. Nicholas T. Adler (S)Vice PresidentLic. RS-7841Office | Showroom | WarehouseCategories: Economy, Community
Friday, September 29, 2023Wednesday, October 4th 2:30PM - 3:30PM | ZoomREGISTER HERE Attention all youths aged 14-24! The Vibrant Hawaiʻi Ambassadors of ʻOAKA (ʻŌpio Alliance for Kuleana Advancement) invite you to join our Youth Financial Literacy Workshop. In this workshop, participants will explore practical and healthy financial practices, including budgeting and understanding money mindsets, which are fundamental for ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Friday, September 29, 2023In our ongoing work with Hawaiʻi Community Foundation's Workforce Funders Collaborative, we are inviting community partners to provide insights and perspectives in a survey and focus groups. Here's how you can contribute:Take Our Survey: If you are affiliated with an organization or you're an educator, your input is invaluable.Join a Focus Group: Share your unique ideas and insights. Sign up ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Thursday, September 28, 2023The 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship The 2023 VinFast IRONMAN World Championship is thrilled to host the first-ever women’s-only race day in Kailua-Kona October 14, 2023, with the men returning to Pacific shores in 2024. Under the event theme of Holomua – move forward – we will witness the continued evolution of IRONMAN World Championship racing, and incredible feats of athleticism, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Thursday, September 28, 2023Among the countless needs of West Maui residents navigating the long road to recovery is having reliable personal electronic devices, such as cell phones, computers and laptops. These tools are essential gateways to public information, e-learning, community resources and loved ones, and nonprofits like the J. Walter Cameron Center are working hard to get them into the hands of those facing ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, September 28, 2023ROOST Design Hale's Grand Opening and first-ever fundraiser for local non-profit Humanity Hale is scheduled for Saturday, October 7th kicking off at 4 pm.Silent Auction • Music • Community Drinks & Pupus Brewery Block | Bay 7 | 74-5606 Pawai Place Kailua-Kona| RSVP to aloha@roosthawaii.comCategories: Community, Economy
Thursday, September 28, 2023Street Eats, A Kailua Village Food Truck Festival kicks off on Saturday, October 7. Alii Drive will close to vehicle traffic as food trucks and food vendors line up in Historic Kailua Village from 11 am to 5:00 pm. Hawaiian Entertainment and Hula HalauEnjoy live entertainment and hula performances throughout the day in the heart of the village at Emma's Square. The iconic Darlene Ahuna entertains ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, September 27, 2023Experts Provide Guidance on Digital Skills, Medicare, and Social Security Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU), a leading financial institution serving Hawai‘i Island, is excited to announce a slate of upcoming classes and seminars designed to empower and educate the community. Starting with Simplifying Social Security on Saturday, October 7, Scott Chikuma, Regional ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, September 25, 2023Kaloko Tinting has a new phone number. New # 808-333-5733. Get your auto, residential, commercial, and protective films as well as wet okole seat covers right here in Kailua-Kona. Kaloko Tinting is your modern-day one-stop shop if you’re looking for comfort and protection in your home, vehicle, or office. Our installers are trained and certified and we continue to educate ourselves to stay ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, September 25, 2023Welcome New Member - The DripBar in Kailua-Kona. Better health begins with HEALTHY CELLS Feed your Cells. Fuel your Life. The DRIPBaR Kailua-Kona Mobile IV Services Mobile IV Vitamin & Hydration Therapy, Serving The Big Island From Keauhou to Waikoloa At The DRIPBaR Kailua-Kona, we proudly offer Mobile IV Therapy, bringing the revitalizing advantages of IV drips right to the comfort of ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, September 22, 2023HCFCU and Ka‘analike Partner to Collect Donations, Raise Over $12KKailua-Kona, HI – In response to the devastating wildfires that swept through Maui on August 8, 2023, two organizations on Hawai‘i Island partnered up and answered the call for help. Nālani Freitas, chair of nonprofit organization Ka‘analike; and Nellie Medeiros, Corporate Development & Marketing Manager of Hawaii Community Federal ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community.png)
Friday, September 22, 2023Maunakea Observatories Bring Science Fun to Kona Commons KONA, HAWAI`I (September 21, 2023) – Learners of all ages are invited to Kona Commons Shopping Center in Kailua Kona on Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for an entertainment-filled day of astronomy, robotics, and natural sciences. Sponsored by the Maunakea Observatories, this free, open-air event is an opportunity for the community ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, September 19, 2023October 14th 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Hanohano ‘O Kona Featured lecture: Pono Lawai’a, Community Based Fishing in Miloli’i featuring a presentation by Ka’imi Kaupiko and Leillynne Kaupu of Miloli’I, fishnet making demonstrations with Uncle Chuck Leslie of Napo’opo’o, live music, hula, and a Miloli’i Photo Exhibit. 81-6551 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750https://konahistorical.org/hanohanokonaCategories: Education, Community
Tuesday, September 19, 2023December 2nd 2:00 PM – 5:00 PMAnnual Christmas at Kalukalu Visit with Santa - Mouse House Exhibit - Keiki Holiday Crafts - Live Music 81-6551 Mamalahoa Hwy, Kealakekua, HI 96750Categories: Community
Monday, September 18, 2023Welcome to new chamber member - Kukui IT Their goal is to provide their customers with the best service at the lowest possible cost. In addition, they protect your business with our enterprise-class security. Our services start at only $199/mo.kukuiit.comABOUT US: Kukui's world-class team has built some of the most advanced real estate technology available on the market. Since 1996 we have ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, September 18, 2023Join Hawaii Sanctuary by Saima for 6AM ClassesStarting Sept. 18th Aloha!After we did a poll recently asking what time in the morning would be best to be able to join a group fitness class. Almost 50% answered with 6:00AM as the best time for them to be able to make it on time to work. We are now offering every Weekday, Monday - Friday a Class at 6:00 AM MONDAY - YOGA AWAKEN 6:00 AMTUESDAY - MAT ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, September 18, 2023⛳Sponsorships still available, ⛳Registration OpenFind forms at www.JapaneseCulturalCenterOfKona.comRegistration includes a chance to win a Subaru EV sponsored by Big Island Motors.Charity Golf October 21, 2023 Saturday at the Kona Country Club. Contact Chairman Tony Takai at (319) 420-1937JCCK BACKGROUNDOver one hundred years after the first generation of Japanese immigrants settled on the upland ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, September 11, 2023Welcome New Member Ohana Private Car. Looking for a top-notch car service for your family or large group? Allow us to introduce ourselves, we're Ohana Private Car & Fun. Available when you need and we aim surpass your expectations. Ohana Private Car will pick up your group at your hotel/resort, take you to location(s) of your choosing, then deliver you back at the end of your fun filled day. We ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, September 07, 2023Release Date: September 7, 2023 - Today, SBA Administrator Isabella Casillas Guzman announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved nearly $40 million in federal disaster loans for Hawaii business owners and residents impacted by wildfires that began August 8. The SBA, through its Disaster Field Operations Center West (FOCW), has approved nearly $8 million for businesses ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Thursday, September 07, 2023HONOLULU - Hawaiian Airlines today announced it will restart service between Tokyo's Haneda Airport (HND) and Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport (KOA), operating three flights Oct. 29. through Nov. 4 before restarting regular weekly service on Nov. 22. The airline will gradually return to its original thrice-weekly schedule in March 2024."We're very pleased to bring back our convenient ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Thursday, September 07, 2023Christmas with the Chefs Kona Kohala Chefs Association and Sysco proudly present the 32nd year of the Big Island’s premier holiday extravaganza. Enjoy culinary delights and festive libations while dancing under the stars at the historic lu'au grounds of Kamakahonu Bay. Saturday, December 2, 2023 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Courtyard by Marriott King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Tickets Now ...read moreCategories: Community, EducationThursday, September 07, 2023The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority (HTA) invites the public to attend its 2023 Hawai‘i Tourism Conference, which will be held on Monday, October 2, and Tuesday, October 3, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center. The conference will focus on the ongoing efforts to shape Hawaiʻi's regenerative tourism future, stimulating travel demand to the Hawaiian Islands while prioritizing the well-being of our people, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Wednesday, September 06, 2023KAMUELA, HI - MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans at Queen's North Hawai'i Community Hospital are now being conducted with a brand new Siemens Magnetom Altea MRI. The new 1.5T MRI has a smaller footprint, a larger opening making it more comfortable for patients, updated software, and a detachable table for easier patient transfers. The new MRI has a wide, 70-cm bore and BioMatrix technology ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, September 06, 2023Championing Women’s Health at Work | October 18, 2023, 11 a.m. to noon PSTWomen make up about 57% of the workforce.1 Their good health leads to improved performance and supports a business’s bottom line. Yet many women face barriers that cause them to delay routine care and wait to address health concerns. Learn how employers can promote women’s health in our next quarterly webinar: REGISTER ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Wednesday, September 06, 2023Latest Happenings at Vibrant Hawaii Thu, Sep 21 | ZoomHawaiʻi Island Housing CoalitionBuilding public-private partnerships to reduce the shelter burden for Hawaiʻi Island residents. RSVP Time & LocationSep 21, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM HST2 more dates Oct. 19, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM HST Nov. 16, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM HSTZoom About the EventHawaiʻi County needs housing that our families and our ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Wednesday, September 06, 2023Calling all Hawaii Island food trucks and food vendors! Street Eats will take over Historic Kailua Village and fill the Village with wafting aromas of savory goodness from new and mainstay trucks, food carts and local restaurant pop-ups. Your culinary creations will be the inspiration to satisfy the cravings of community residents and visitors WHERE: Historic Kailua Village, on Ali’i Drive from ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Tuesday, September 05, 2023Tickets are now open for this year’s event and we hope that you’ll be able to join us for another beautiful day of friends, laughter, and delicious food. A benefit to support the amazing programs and services of Hospice of Kona. If you would like to purchase your tickets before they sell out, please follow the link to our online ticketing platform and reserve your table or individual seat ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Tuesday, September 05, 2023Disaster Assistance Now Available to Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Wildfires in Three Additional CountiesFACT SHEET FLYER SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Low-interest federal Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) are now available to small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in Hawaii, Honolulu and Kauai counties as a result of wildfires that began August 8 in Maui County, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Tuesday, September 05, 2023All-In-One Payroll & HR For over 25 years HR HAWAII has been helping companies reduce their labor costs & stay competitive. Offering a variety of options to meet the unique needs and budgets of Hawaii’s small to medium-sized businesses, HR HAWAII provides a reliable and affordable solution for outsourced Payroll & HR services. From affordable employee health insurance to work comp claims ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, August 30, 2023KAMUELA, HI - Dr. Darin Wright, an ear, nose and throat specialist and member of the Queen’s University Medical Group, has joined the team at Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital. Dr. Wright received his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his internship in general surgery and his residency in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery at The ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy.png)
Wednesday, August 30, 2023Disassembly of the Caltech Submillimeter Observatory’s (CSO) 34-foot diameter telescope on Maunakea began the week of August 28. The entire decommissioning process is expected to be completed by summer 2024 and cost more than $4 million. CSO is the first observatory to be removed under the Decommissioning Plan of the University of Hawai'i Maunakea Comprehensive Management Plan. “Our team has ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, August 28, 2023Yoga, Barre, Mat Pilates and More Hawaii Sanctuary "The Studio" For the last 6 Months we have been tirelessly working on renovating, designing and organizing the new Department of Hawaii Sanctuary Spa. As we are always, slowly and steadily keeping improving and adding to our trusted quality services, we now present you "THE STUDIO" ! It is our mission to provide a high integrity, high standard ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Thursday, August 24, 2023Humanity HalePresents Fall Fest Fundraiser 100% OF ALL PROCEEDS WILL GO TOWARDS OUR FUTURE GROUP FOSTER HOME & COMMUNITY CENTER! Saturday, October 21st 5-9 PM Bolton Farms, Holualoa, HIBest local chef-made tasting stationsSpeciality Cocktails & Nonalcoholic DrinksLive music by Shina Romero & DJArt & Vendors,Face painting & games for the keiki’s!Tickets On Sale Now! Learn More at ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Thursday, August 24, 2023Save the Date.Roost Design Hale will be opening its doors shortly to the Kona community! &##128578; Roost Design Hale is a new interior design studio, showroom and store opening at Brew Block in Kailua-Kona. They'll be offering everything from furniture, decor, local art, and lighting to full-service professional design services and even events. They're currently planning to soft open next week ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Thursday, August 24, 2023Welcome to new chamber memberOmegaNet Inc BUILDING BRANDS BOOSTING SALES Your First Step To Better B2B SellingB2B ECOMMERCE Simply stated, WE INCREASE YOUR SALES! With OmegaNet you have ONE COMPANY that is knowledgeable and experienced in marketing/promotion in the Gift and Home industry, while being professional at web design, web software and E-Marketing and even print advertising. Since ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, August 21, 2023It started with a callout on a private Facebook group page, titled HAL Flight Attendant Mamas, where, on a typical day, "FA mamas and mamas-to-be" swap tips and answer questions about all things related to childcare. But on Aug. 13, Maui flight attendant Anna Sable posted an urgent request for baby supplies after the island's only Walmart, Costco and Target reported supply shortages following the ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, August 21, 2023Southwest Partners with Greater Good Charities and Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to Transport More Than 130 Shelter Animals from Maui to the Pacific Northwest Aug 19, 2023 Southwest has a robust plan at work to support those affected by wildfires in Maui, offering financial assistance and in-kind donations of tickets, and transporting essential workers and crucial items to the island. On Friday, ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, August 14, 2023August 11, 2023Dear Chamber Members, Like you, we are heartbroken by the devastation from the wildfires on Maui. With a united voice, the Island of Hawaiʻi Chamber Hui supports the efforts of the Maui Chamber of Commerce and Chamber of Commerce Hawaiʻi. Please join us in helping our neighbors receive the support they need by donating to one or more of the following relief efforts:Maui Chamber ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, August 11, 2023KECK OBSERVATORY CONGRATULATES AKAMAI INTERNS Ka'ala Deitch, Matthew Fujioka, Angelu Ramos, Xavier TablitWaimea (Kamuela), Hawaiʻi – A heartfelt congratulations to the members of our 2023 Akamai Workforce Initiative Cohort - Kaʻala Deitch, Matthew Fujioka, Angelu Ramos, and Xavier Tablit - who have successfully completed their summer internship with us. The Akamai Internship ...read moreCategories: Community, Education.png)
Friday, August 11, 2023By MICHAEL BRESTOVANSKY Hawaii Tribune-Herald | Friday, August 11, 2023, 12:05 a.m.https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2023/08/11/hawaii-news/two-maunakea-telescopes-to-begin-dismantling-process/ The decommissioning of a pair of Maunakea observatories is imminent. During a Thursday meeting of the Board of the Maunakea Stewardship and Oversight Authority, Greg Chun, director of the University of ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Thursday, August 10, 2023Brad Weinmann formerly of Kona Sports Center has branched off and rebranded the hot tub/swim spa division. The new business, Hawaii Spas & Outdooris located at 74-555 Honokohau St, Unit A1 in the Honokohau Industrial Park. The simplification of the business was the goal. They offer new and used hot tubs, swim spas, cold plunges, and security safes. They look forward to continuing to serve the ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Monday, August 07, 2023Welcome to Aloha Eco Friendly Hawaii Inc. https://aefhawaii.com/ Aloha Eco Friendly Hawaii Inc is a restaurant supplier here in Big Island, Hawaii. We provide range of food packing products with environmentally friendly materials. Looking to buy affordable food packaging products? Order directly from the website, or call us today!Delivery Info You can purchase your items online and pick them up ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, August 07, 2023WELINA MAI E NA KOA A Special Salute to our Soldiers! As a “Mahalo” for your service, we offer special pricing to members of the United States Military. Active military will receive a 5 percent discount off any room, complimentary champagne and Mrs. Barry’s Chocolate-Dipped Shortbread Cookies. We look forward to serving you soon! Two-night minimum stay required. May not be combined with any ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, August 02, 2023We're always asked about grants for small businesses, and frankly, there aren't many, but here are some we just heard about. If interested act quickly, as application deadlines for some of these are coming up soon. PayPal Holdings, Inc., has brought back the Venmo Small Business grant for a second round. The $10,000 grant can be used for anything, including rent, or to digitize or promote a ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, August 02, 2023THE QUEEN’S HEALTH SYSTEM ANNOUNCES LAND PURCHASE IN WEST HAWAII BUSINESS PARK The 31.15-acre parcel will be developed to increase access to health care services on Hawai‘i Island HONOLULU (August 2, 2023) The Queen’s Health System and Lanihau Properties, LLC jointly announced today that Queen’s has acquired a 31.15-acre parcel of land at Honokōhau Nui (West Hawai‘i Business Park) in ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Monday, July 31, 2023Holomua Discover how destination management and stewardship is advancing in our islands. Join our efforts and help move your island’s Destination Management Action Plan forward. HAWAI‘I ISLANDNew Keaukaha Programs Aim to Mitigate Visitor Impacts, Protect Natural and Cultural Resources Jul 11, 2023 The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA), County of Hawai‘i, and Island of Hawai‘i Visitors Bureau (IHVB) ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, July 31, 2023At Atlas Insurance Agency, our mission is to ensure your business is financially prepared to overcome any financial losses. Our experienced insurance agents understand the intricacies involved in all industries, and we are here to tailor an insurance policy specific to your business's needs. Whether your business needs a commercial auto policy or a group medical insurance policy, we are here for ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, July 27, 2023Christian Education & Character Building Pre-K through 12th Grade in Kona, HIMakua Lani Christian Academy (MLCA) was established in 1992 for families desiring Biblical principles at the core of their child's education. In doing this, our commitment to our families is to maintain excellence and to maximize every student's potential intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually. We invite ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Thursday, July 20, 2023HCFCU RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS 2023 PUALU AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY IMPACT THROUGH EDUCATION PROGRAMSAward recipients named at Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting WAIMEA, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU), a leading financial institution devoted to community service, is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded the 2023 Pualu Award by the Kona-Kohala Chamber of ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, July 12, 2023Sustainable island Products Announcing the 2023 Cups for a Cause Recipient: Maui Forest Bird Recovery ProjectWhat this means: Beginning in August, our green stripe cold cup will be temporarily replaced with custom artwork designed to raise awareness and attention to this important cause. You will receive these cold cups in the place of our standard variety for a limited time. A portion of the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, July 12, 2023Welcome New Member - The ERC GroupMore COVID RELIEF FUNDS are available from the Government.Were you affected by COVID-19?Do you have W2 employees?Did you apply for your PPP?Did you apply for ERC?You were forced to close and limit your business and you were given 2 choices: PPP or ERC? Now you can have… BOTH! The ERC Program is not a loan, no repayment and forgiveness required. (get your money ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, July 12, 2023Introducing Eco-Friendly Laundry & Linen Services At Kona Coast Vacations, we believe in preserving the beauty of Hawaii’s ecosystem while providing exceptional property management services. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our new Eco-friendly laundry and linen services. Our commitment to sustainability allows us to care for our managed properties while minimizing our environmental ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, July 10, 2023La`i`ōpua 2020 Program for Families Aims to Perpetuate the Culture KONA, HAWAI`I (July 10, 2023) – La`i`ōpua 2020 is pleased to announce a program for families interested in a cultural experience which offers the opportunity to hand-carve their own papa ku’i ‘ai (board for pounding kalo) and pōhaku ku`i `ai (stone kalo pounder). Kalai Papa & Pōhaku commences August 25 and includes an ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, July 10, 2023Welcome New Chamber Member Hilary Drees USA MortgageGet ready to get approved! It’s easy to get prepared for your application. Depending on your unique financial situation, there are several documents you might need when applying for a home loan. It’s a good idea to start prepping your financial documents before you start to ensure a smooth application process. Here is a list of the most common ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, July 10, 2023New Chamber Member - Computer Integrations, Inc We Service Business PCs-Computers & ServersLocal & Wide Area Networks Support808-726-2928Kailua-Kona, HawaiiInstallation & Maintenance of Local and Wide Area NETWORKS (LAN / WAN) for businesses, including Local and Remote Connectivity. WorkStation Installations and Maintenance. Microsoft Server- Unix Servers, Linux - Ubuntu workstations ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, July 07, 2023The start of the County’s West Hawai‘i Golf Subsidy program began on July 1, 2023, and will run through June 30, 2024. All residents of the County of Hawai'i are eligible for golf rounds at reduced rates.Makalei Golf Course is located at 72-3890 Hawaii Belt Road - Call 808-325-6625forquestions and tee time availability.The Village Course at Waikoloa is located at 68-1792 Melia Street - Call ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, July 03, 2023Welcome new Chamber Member Kona Container Guy Move with Hawai'is Leading Service ProviderSave $ on Monthly Promotion.WHY CHOOSE US We're a local family owned, residential relocation service provider. In 2001, we expanded our shipping services to include personally owned goods, personally owned vehicles and oversized cargo. Since then, our hands on approach to providing in-house services, ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, July 03, 2023Hawai‘i Island HEALTHCARE CONFERENCEBuilding A Healthier Future Together Thursday, October 5, 2023 Westin Hapuna Beach ResortThe conference will bring our community together to identify ways to improve access to care, quality of care and the overall health of our community through partnerships and collaboration. The purpose is to have a shared vision and commitment to the greater good. Featuring ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Friday, June 30, 2023Waimea Country School is pleased to announce the appointment of Laurel Matsuda as the Interim Head of School for the 2023-2024 school year following the departure of Head of School Amy Salling. Both educators were hired by Waimea Country School 17 years ago and have devotedly instituted, promoted, and solidified the school’s mission and teaching philosophy. Matsuda who has been teaching the ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Friday, June 30, 2023Welcome New Chamber Member, Casago Kona LLC. Experienced Property Managers of vacation holiday rentals and long-term rentals in Kailua-Kona on Big Island of Hawai‘i. Absolute Oceanfront & Oceanview Living with The Amenities Of Home. They proudly manage 1 – 4 bedroom properties with a great range of options for all your personal and budget needs. Their team of experts will help you find your ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, June 27, 2023HAWAIʻI ISLAND UNITED WAY BEGINS LEADERSHIP TRANSITION. SEEKS APPLICANTS [HILO, Hawaiʻi] – Hawaiʻi Island United Way (HIUW) is seeking qualified applicants for the President and Chief Professional Officer position that is currently held by Karen Davis. Davis joined HIUW in 2019 and has played a vital role in the organization's success and emergence as a lead supporting non-profit organization on ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 26, 2023TOP 3 QUESTIONS John has answered over 50 frequently asked questions in articles and videos over the years. Here are the top three viewed questions. We hope they can help you better understand your plan. HOW SHOULD YOU HOLD TITLE TO YOUR PROPERTY?Link PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE VS. A TRUSTEE? Link WHAT IS A SIGNATORY? Link WHAT IS JUST ASK JOHN? JUST ASK JOHN is a blog of answers to ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, June 26, 2023Formed in 1929, Kai 'Opua Canoe Club is one of the oldest outrigger canoe clubs in the State of Hawaii. Located in Kailua town on the Kona Coast of Hawaii Island (The Big Island), Kai 'Opua Canoe Club offers outrigger canoe racing to people of all ages, from keiki (children) to seniors. With teams ranging in ability from groups of novices to world champions, we provide activities for enthusiasts ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 26, 2023Humanity Hale was created in 2019 as a safe haven for Hawai’i Island ʻōpio who have experienced or are experiencing trauma, namely foster children and youth. For the first several months, the entire program was self-funded by the CEO of Humanity Hale for whom provided in-kind support to the organization's operations. Driven by their aloha of the children and youth, community mentors who implement ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, June 19, 2023Vasper is a revolutionary health and fitness technology that combines compression, cooling and interval training in a low-impact 21-minute exercise to help the body restore, harmonize and reach peak vitality. THE VASPER SYSTEM COMBINES COMPRESSION, LIQUID COOLING, AND INTERVAL TRAINING. Vasper is based on three scientifically proven principles – compression technology, liquid cooling and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, June 19, 2023Welcome to New Member Hawaii Luxury Real Estate Hawaii Luxury Real Estate specializes in marketing luxury properties on Kohala Coast of the Big Island. We have a strong team of agents knowledgeable in all areas of real estate and vacation rentals. Let us help you find your dream home. Ahmad Mohammadi is the principal broker, owner, and CEO for Hawaii Luxury Real Estate, a full spectrum ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 19, 2023Welcome to new chamber member BottomLine Concepts Let them help you, Get Your ERC Stimulus CheckReceive up to $26,000 per W2 employee. Claim Your Employee Retention Credit.The #1 Rated ERC FirmERC is a free stimulus program from the US Government (CARES Act)Average refund is $200k per application. No limit on funding.Our expert firm specializes in the ERC filing process.Qualify for ERC in just 5 ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, EducationMonday, June 19, 2023https://www.destinationkonacoast.com/ info@destinationkonacoast.com or call and leave a message (808) 329-6748https://hawaii.portcall.com/#!https://cruisedig.com/ports/kailua-kona-hawaiihttps://www.cruisetimetables.com/kailua-kona-hawaii-cruise-ship-schedule-2023.htmlCategories: Community, Economy.png)
Monday, June 12, 2023The Cuvée Difference One-of-a-Kind, Every TimeAbout Passion is at the heart of what we do. Our community is why we do it.Who We Are Our teams have been delivering luxury, privacy and adventure in the best destinations around the world for more than a decade. We’ve curated a rare collection of ultra-luxury villas, chalets and estates, and paired them with immersive experiences and thoughtful ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 12, 2023New Chamber Member Coconut Grove Marketplace Enjoy shopping, dining, events, beautiful oceanfront sunsets, and making lifetime memories in the heart of the sunny Kona Coast at Coconut Grove Marketplace. Marketplace directory: Link ABOUT: Coconut Grove is a 49,513 square foot shopping center that was built in 1989 on the coast of Kailua-Kona. Major retailers include ABC Stores, Outback ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 12, 2023New Chamber Member Waimea Yoga powered by Vasper At Waimea Yoga our mission is to provide a welcoming space that is committed to the health, wellness, and education of our community through the knowledge and experience of a diverse group of mentors, teachers, and the general public, empowering individuals to live their best life.About Waimea Yoga: Waimea Yoga is a place dedicated to our ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, June 07, 2023ADVANCE HEALTH CARE DIRECTIVE Talking about your end-of-life care now makes the transition smoother when the time comes. Letting your end-of-life wishes be known in an Advance Health Care Directive allows your family to focus on happy memories instead of stressful decisions. An Advance Health Care Directive is something that every adult, regardless of health status, should prepare and share ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, June 05, 2023Second Saturday of Every Month 9:30am - 3:30pm Join us for our monthly Morning Market on Saturday, June 10, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Local crafters and makers will be selling gifts, art, crafts, and food! Come see all the goodies in the Kona Commons parking lot fronting Jeans Warehouse. Interested in being a vendor at the Monthly Artisan Markets? Contact (808) 289-1560.Categories: Community
Thursday, June 01, 2023The top Unaged Fresh Cane Juice Rum was Kuleana Rum Works, Hawaiian Rum Agricole Batch No. 105 (93/100 points) Hokulei means “garland of stars” in Hawaiian. It’s a blend of seven rums, ranging in age from 18 months to 18 years.The top-ranked rum in the Rum Aged More Than Three Years category was Kuleana Rum Works (Hawaii) Hokulei Aged Rum, Batch No. 07. The BVI tasting notes described the ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, May 26, 2023Working to make homelessness on Hawaiʻi Island rare, brief, and nonrecurring. HOPE operates 8 shelters across Hawaiʻi Island. We prioritize shelter on vulnerability and need. West Hawai'i Emergency Housing ProgramReferrals are conducted through outreach services and placed on a waitlist. We prioritize placement for shelter based on vulnerability and need. We accept service/therapeutic animals ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Tuesday, May 23, 2023KAILUA-KONA, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 term. Board members serve on a voluntary basis and play a vital role in guiding the strategic direction of the credit union, ensuring the best financial interests of its 46,700 members are served. During their three-year terms, board members are responsible for ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, May 22, 2023Transform your life with Life Enhancement Hawaii LLC. and Callie Kares Consulting and retreats empower you to tap into your own compass and aligned goals to create an authentically successful business and life. Meet Callie, Executive Business Consultant - Over the past two decades Calle Kares has made in a difference around the world and impacted thousands of lives as an intuitive business ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, May 22, 2023Welcome New Chamber Member - Waiola Direct Care | Dr. T. Scott McMurry.DOCTOR TO PATIENT, NOTHING IN BETWEEN We have a new approach to family medicine, and it's called Direct Primary Care. Direct Primary Care allows you to have a direct relationship with your doctor. For around the cost of a monthly cell phone bill, you can receive direct, primary healthcare services that are tailored to your ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, May 15, 2023Celebrating Our Leadership Announcing the Appointment of Executive Director and Introducing New Board MembersAnnouncing the Appointment of Executive Director The Donkey Mill Art Center is proud to announce changes to its executive leadership both on staff and the Board of Directors. On March 28, 2023, the Board unanimously voted to appoint Ashley Raymond as Executive Director. As an artist and ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, May 15, 2023Welcome to Shawna Hiatt with Equity Hawaii Real Estate - New Chamber Member About Shawna Shawna Hiatt is a full time Big Island real estate agent that goes above and beyond the standard expectations of a realtor. With a deep understanding of the obstacles and challenges associated with home buying and selling, Shawna leads her clients every step of the way giving full support and insight into ...read moreCategories: Community
Friday, May 12, 2023Get ready for another Grand Opening event in the Waikoloa Plaza. Join the fun at Rocko's Country Kitchen on May 22 | 5pm to 8pm Waikoloa Plaza 68-1820 Waikoloa Plaza Waikoloa, HI 96738Categories: Community
Friday, May 12, 2023Entrusted with the World’s Freight ABOUTApproved Freight Forwarders got its start in 1991 serving the Guam market and has since expanded to Hawaii and California, serving as a key link to the Pacific and all around the world. Entrusted with the world’s freight, we provide ocean freight consolidations, air freight and over-the-road transport of goods and commodities. We are the only freight ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, May 08, 2023Hawaii Forest & Trail is celebrating its 30 year anniversary! Rob and Cindy Pacheco started HFT with the mission to share the splendor of Hawaii Nei and inspire a deep connection with our natural world. They continue to follow this mission today by inspiring the guests to be responsible stewards of our island home. Through its I’iwi fund, Hawaii Forest & Trail supports many of Hawaii Island’s ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, May 08, 2023P&S Plumbing has expanded to Hilo and is the largest plumbing service on the Big Island. The Best Plumbers Near YouIf you’re looking for a plumber you can trust, P&S Plumbing provides plumbing services in Kailua-Kona and now in Hilo, whether you need them for your home, project, construction site, or company. With more than 25 years of experience, they can rapidly and efficiently fix any plumbing ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, May 08, 2023The end of an era. Today Auto Body Hawaii closed its doors for the last time. From its beginnings in 1973 under the leadership of March and Patty Taylor, to its most recent under Dale and Rissa Matsumoto, Auto Body Hawaii valued customer safety, employee well being, and gave back to the community which it served. The building and business will remain, under a new name and new owners, but it is the ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, May 08, 2023Welcome to new Member Luana Hospitality Group. Luana Hospitality Group creates unique environments with extraordinary experiences to encourage guests to celebrate something every day. Kama'aina owned and operated hospitality group with four Big Island restaurants & beach cottages - Huggo's, On the Rocks, Kai Eats + Drinks, Lava Lava Beach Club Waikoloa Huggo’s ~BIG ISLAND~ Fine ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, May 08, 2023A multicultural, Data-Driven, Integrated Marketing Experts in Travel, Tourism & Hospitality. As the leading integrated marketing agency for the Asia-Pacific region, PacRim Marketing Group has over 30 years of experience helping brands go global the right way through custom marketing strategies, a team of top multicultural specialists, and an extensive network of international partners and media. ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, May 01, 2023Say Aloha to Imua One, an Aircraft Dedicated to Our Employees and the People of HawaiiFull story Today, April 28, 2023, is the fourth anniversary of our first interisland flight within Hawaii. As we look forward to our fifth year of service, we want to take a moment to say mahalo to the people in Hawaii who have welcomed us with warm aloha. We are grateful for the opportunity to serve the ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, April 24, 2023While driving a gas-powered rental car remains an easy go-to option for checking out attractions and getting around the Hawaiian Islands, visiting clients will be pleasantly surprised to learn they can also seamlessly explore Hawai‘i utilizing alternative transportation. With ample options available — such as renting electric bicycles (or e-bikes) or electric vehicles (EV), hopping a trolley, or ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, April 20, 2023Director Hilton Lewis to Step DownRich Matsuda to Serve as Interim Director UC’s Bruce Macintosh and Caltech’s Lynne Hillenbrand to Co-chair Search Committee for New Director Kamuela, Hawaiʻi, April 20, 2023 – The Board of Directors for the California Association for Research in Astronomy (CARA) today announced W. M. Keck Observatory Director Hilton Lewis will step down effective May 30, ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Monday, April 17, 2023Welcome to new Chamber Member Terminix & Skip Thompson The only way to nix it is to Terminix it. For more than 95 years, we've protected what's most valuable to you, with trusted local specialists who go above and beyond to care for you and your home, 365 days a year. When you need Terminix to nix your problem, it's not just a promise. It's a guarantee.www.terminix.com/ | Call today (808) ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, April 17, 2023Welcome to Seahorse Hawaii Farm of Ocean Rider, incA family run business incorporated in 1998, Ocean Rider, Inc. is known as the “The Seahorse Farm in Kona”. URL: https://seahorse.com/ | Farm Tours https://seahorse.com/ocean-rider-seahorse-farm-tours/We used our life savings to start and operate this one-of-a-kind aqua-farm. In July of 1999 our cutting edge technology and hard work paid off ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, April 10, 2023KAILUA-KONA, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) has announced the promotion of Melody Carvalho to the position of Call Center Manager. In her new role, Carvalho will oversee the operation and functions of the call center, including administration, personnel, and community & public relations. She will also keep the Vice President of Operations informed on the performance and ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, April 10, 2023KAILUA-KONA, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is delighted to welcome Christina Salisbury as Internal Auditor. Ms. Salisbury brings extensive experience to this role from Washington Trust Bank in Spokane, Washington, where she most recently served as Lead Business Auditor. A graduate of Eastern Washington University, Salisbury worked in various roles with Washington Trust Bank ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, April 10, 2023Stadia Capital Group is a unique firm with a specific mission to offer our clients capital preservation, reliable monthly income, and protection from market volatility. While other firms seek to offer returns that beat the market, we make commitments. Our Certificate of Investment is designed as an effective investment for those seeking reliable monthly income, or as a short and midterm cash ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, April 03, 2023Welcome New Member Hawaii Development Group Local KnowledgeEvery agent on the Hawai’i Development Group team has a deep connection and reverence for our island home. Our love and knowledge of our communities allows us to guide our clients to the dream home here in Hawai’i. When our co-founders, Lailan Bento and Kelly Valenzuela, began the journey to create a full-service real estate brokerage ...read moreCategories: CommunityFriday, March 31, 2023West Hawaii Today Vietnam Memorial 3.29.2023Categories: Community.png)
Thursday, March 30, 2023Welcome to new member JLL JLL (NYSE: JLL) is a Fortune 500 company and leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management.JJL helps buy, build, occupy and invest in a variety of assets including industrial, commercial, retail, residential and hotel real estate. From tech startups to global firms, their clients span industries including banking, energy, ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, March 27, 2023Protecting What's Vital.Ecolab works with customers in more than 40 industries to help ensure operational efficiency, safety, sustainability, product quality and guest satisfaction.Protecting People and the Resources Vital to Life At Ecolab, this is what we do best. Building on a century of innovation, our 47,000 associates deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, March 27, 2023Kaloko Tinting is your modern day one-stop shop if you’re looking for comfort and protection in your home, vehicle, or office. Our installers are trained and certified and we continue to educate ourselves to stay informed and knowledgeable about our products. As a family-owned company, we take pride in our work and treat each client as a part of our own Ohana. Our PurposeTo offer reliable ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, March 20, 2023Posted March 14, 2023 Maunakea, Hawaiʻi – Astrophysicists using W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea in Hawaiʻi have discovered a galaxy protocluster in the early universe surrounded by gas that is surprisingly hot.A SUPERCOMPUTER SIMULATION OF A GALAXY PROTOCLUSTER SIMILAR TO COSTCO-I THAT IS SURROUNDED BY HOT GAS (YELLOW) BOILING AMID AN INTERGALACTIC MEDIUM FILLED WITH MUCH COOLER GAS ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Friday, March 17, 2023HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HAWAII ISLAND RECEIVES GENEROUS DONATION FROM INTERFAITH COMMUNITIES IN ACTION Hilo, Hawaii, March 17, 2023 – Habitat for Humanity Hawaii Island received a $11,960 check from Interfaith Communities in Action (ICIA). It was presented to Habitat's Family Service Manager Adrienne Eisele at ICIA's Spring 2023 Virtual Pilgrimage kick-off at Church of the Holy Apostles in ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Tuesday, March 14, 2023KAMUELA, HI –– Visiting hours at Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital will expanded to 8:30 am – 8:30 pm starting on Thursday, March 16. Having loved ones close by helps in the healing process and the expanded hours makes it more convenient for those visiting their loved ones in the hospital. Patients are allowed four visitors per day, two maximum at any one time. Visitors must be at least 18 ...read moreCategories: Community
Thursday, March 09, 2023Modern Bags from One of the Oldest and Largest Coffee Producers in Kona Prioritize FreshnessKEALAKEKUA, Hawaii - Greenwell Farms, one of the largest and oldest coffee producers in Kona, released new packaging for its Classic and Flavored Kona Coffee Roasts and an updated website to match. Like Greenwell’s farming practices and 100% Kona Coffee, quality was priority with the packaging ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, March 06, 2023Keauhou, HI (Mar. 6, 2023) – Keauhou Shopping Center welcomes Stephen Hicks as its new general manager. Hicks brings more than 17 years of leadership experience to continue perpetuating the heritage and vibrance of this gathering place for the Keauhou community. “I am excited to join the Keauhou Shopping Center ‘ohana as we look to continue to provide the best shopping experience for our tenants ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, March 06, 2023New Member - "PeopleReady, a TrueBlue company, specializes in quick and reliable on-demand labor. PeopleReady supports a wide range of industries including construction, manufacturing, farming, retail and hospitality. Through its game-changing JobStack staffing app, and operating in over 600 markets throughout North America, PeopleReady served approximately 83,000 businesses and help put ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Monday, February 27, 2023SPECTRUM PARTNERS WITH OVATION TV TO SUPPORT DONKEY MILL ART CENTER WITH $10,000 STAND FOR THE ARTS AWARD Donkey Mill Art Center will use award for youth education programs throughout the community HOLUALOA, HI – Feb. 27, 2023 – Spectrum announced Donkey Mill Art Center received $10,000 through the 2022-2023 Stand For The Arts Awards, a partnership with Ovation TV that recognizes local arts, ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, February 27, 2023We are all familiar with seeing Body Glove's iconic Kanoa II, a 65-foot luxury catamaran on the Kona coast but Body Glove Cruises recently added a 41-foot super-raft to its fleet The Kona Explorer is outfitted with two Suzuki 350 engines to take it farther and faster than most boats without sacrificing the comforts of a bigger vessel: cushioned bench seating, shade, storage for belongings and a ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, February 27, 2023Welcome to New Chamber Member Atlantis Adventures Kona. Dive 100 feet below the surface and experience Kona's marine mysteries. Allow Atlantis Submarines to show you the other 96% of Kona you can't see any other way. Treat yourself to Kona's most beautiful and captivating scenery, habitats, and isolated treasures. An unforgettable 45-minute journey aboard an Atlantis 48-passenger submarine, as ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Friday, February 17, 2023Welcome to New Chamber Member Luana Inn Bed & Breakfast South Kona Book today https://luanainn.com/ Hilltop Oceanview Accommodations in Kealakekua Bay, Hawaii Nestled in the foothills of Mauna Loa mountain and overlooking beautiful Kealakekua Bay, Luana Inn bed and breakfast offers comfortable and peaceful accommodations to experience the magic of the Big Island. The Napo’opo’o road location ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community
Tuesday, February 14, 2023Last month, astronomers from around the country gathered in Seattle for the Winter Meeting of the American Astronomical Society. One of the highlights of the five-day conference was a panel discussion with members of the new Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority (MKSOA). Kaʻiu Kimura, director of the ʻImiloa Astronomy Center, moderated the discussion with three of the 11 members of the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, February 13, 2023Welcome to New Chamber Member Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary!What is the Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary? The Kona Cloud Forest Sanctuary is our multi-generation ohana passion project where we have been providing botanical tours, workshops, experiential learning opportunities, and special events since 1982. The Sanctuary is located on the Kona side of the Big Island of Hawaiʻi, on the slopes of Mt. ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, February 06, 2023New member Light Manufacturing Hawaii Island LightManufacturing opened on the Big Island at the beginning of 2021. Their team worked hard to achieve something remarkable: the world’s first production-scale solar molding facility. Using a patented technology, they’re able to make water tanks without burning any fossil fuel for heat. They started out by offering 290 gallon tanks, then 500 ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, January 31, 2023Hawai’i Island Community Health Center Opens School Based Health Centers At Honaunau Elementary, Kealakehe Elementary and Intermediate Schools Families with school aged children in West Hawai’i have an exciting new resource to look forward as Hawai’i Island Community Health Center (HICHC) has launched School Based Health Centers (SBHCs) providing care on site in local schools. This ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, January 30, 2023Kailua Kona, Hawaii, January 27, 2023 – Sandy, a resident from Kona faced a major hurdle – she needed to replace her roof or she wouldn’t be able to get homeowner’s insurance. Through the generous funding from Lowes International, Habitat for Humanity Hawaii Island was able to replace her 30+ year old roof and solar hot water system. Sandy could now get her home insured. For nearly two decades, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, January 30, 2023To submit an announcement to be shared in the Annoucements section, email calendar@westhawaiitoday.com at least two weeks ahead of an event or required registration date. All submissions will be edited for content, style and parity treatment. Submit an Island Life photo, by emailing the image along with your name and a brief description to islandlife@westhawaiitoday.com.Categories: Community
Monday, January 30, 2023Welcome to new Chamber member Kuleana Spirits, Inc Kuleana Rum Works was born on the island of Hawaiʻi in 2013 to make and share exquisite rum while creating a thriving local business that celebrates the richness of Hawaiʻi. We are here to elevate rum by celebrating it as a world-class spirit. We do this by making rum from the best ingredients on Earth and without added sweeteners, flavors or ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Economy
Monday, January 30, 2023Welcome to new Chamber member ‘Ouli Farms Inc.https://oulifarms.com/ "Ōuli Farms is 840 acres of a new unique balance of homes, farms and club. This upland community is located just above the Mauna Kea Resort on the Big Island. This land was part of the parcel originally acquired by the Rockefeller family for the Mauna Kea Resort. ‘Ōuli Farms will have approximately 140 homes and over 200 acres ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber
Tuesday, January 24, 2023E. F. Cash- Dudley, known to her friends as Eddy, has been practicing law since 1982 and has been licensed in Hawai’i since 2008. She has taught Community Property and Issues in Family Law at Laurence Driven School of Law at Humphrey’s College, as well as conducting seminars at Modesto Community College, Stanislaus County Library, and various paralegal clinics. She has authored three books, and ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber
Tuesday, January 24, 2023Their Spicy Story: We are Rob and Lynn Rostau, a health care practitioner and a seasoned (pun intended) business executive, both long-time Hawai'i residents with three children, ages 8 to 20, all born and raised in the islands. While we have worked for many years in our traditional careers, we have found that some of our best time as a family is spent on the farm. It has allowed us to expand our ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber
Tuesday, January 24, 2023Local Innovation. Global Reach.Startup Hawaiʻi is building a technology startup community on Hawaiʻi Island with the ultimate vision of creating an economic future that is diverse, equitable, and sustainable. This ecosystem - connections, infrastructure, and resources - will empower local tech founders to launch and scale their companies. MissionTo convene and empower every interested ...read moreCategories: Community, Chamber, Economy
Tuesday, January 24, 2023Lono Hawaii Hemp Company Is focused on making available fully functional hemp products for people and their pets to maintain healthy structure and function of the body. We are an FDA-compliant company and therefore are unable to make specific use claims for our products, but we do understand that you have meaningful reasons for shopping Lono Hawaii Hemp Company products. We make Hemp Oils that ...read moreCategories: Chamber, Community
Tuesday, January 03, 2023The Chamber welcomes new member Candice Kirby Designs. Principal designer Candice Kirby is the founder and heart of our design firm. Candice brings years of experience in the design and remodeling world to facilitate our client’s dreams becoming reality. After graduating with a degree in psychology and working in social work for over a decade, Candice realized her passion for design and ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, January 03, 2023Hawaii Boat Clubs is a Members only social organization allowing our members exclusive experiences such as dinners, seminars and training. Members also have unlimited access to our fleet of boats. Brothers Roth and Russell live in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island, where the ocean lifestyle is an integral part of the community. With their love of the water, these brothers spend as much time as ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Tuesday, December 20, 2022The University of Hawaiʻi is partnering with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to collect critical atmospheric measurements on Maunakea that are vital to understanding how Earth’s climate is changing. NOAA scientists recently installed an intake tube less than an inch in diameter and 25 feet long on the UH 88 inch observatory to sample the summit air after data ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, December 19, 2022Welcome to Cutco and Karim El-Tawansy our Hawaii Cutco Rep. Karim has been attending our Living & Design Expo for years and we are so happy to have him as a new chamber member. Come by this year's Living & Design Expo and get a new set of knives or get your set sharpened. Cutco knives are the perfect gift with their Forever Guarantee. After you, pass them on to children, family or friends.The ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, December 19, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 19, 2022 HONOLULU, HI – Governor Josh Green, M.D. submits the Executive Budget for Fiscal Biennium to the Legislature and announces the release of nearly $50 million in grants to non-profit communities. The grants-in-aid were previously delayed, and Gov. Green worked with the Attorney General’s Office and the Department of Budget and Finance to prioritize ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Monday, December 12, 2022Welcome to New Member Studio Palaminohttps://studio-palomino.com/ ABOUT Miami-bred and and now Hawai’i-based, Barbie is the Principal of Studio Palomino. Armed with a business degree and searching for career love, she hoarded dog-eared issues of shelter magazines for years before falling for Interior Design. Her not-so-secret love affair with beautiful furnishings and objects eventually led her ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, December 12, 2022Appointments Critical to the Governor’s Initiatives on Housing, Cost of Living, and Climate Change FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 12, 2022 HONOLULU, HI – Governor Josh Green, M.D. today announced a second round of nominees to serve as Director and/or Deputy Director and other appointed positions for state departments. With these selections, Gov. Green has now identified a Director for every ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, November 28, 2022Welcome CHRISTINA ALVES - Nations LendingSales Manager | NMLS# 1827356(C) 808-896-3208christina.alves@nationslending.com No matter if you’re buying, selling, refinancing, or building your dream home; it’s important to work with an experienced and knowledgeable team. As an expert Personal Mortgage Advisor, I have the knowledge and resources you need in order to stay current with market conditions ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, November 28, 2022Welcome Eric and July Ziemelis Offering real estate services, connection, community and education about life in West Hawaii! They work with community minded people with Aloha to make Hawaii home. Eric and Julie Ziemelis have counseled hundreds of would be homeowners through the work they do on creating books and resource guides, and education on social media channels and in person. They created ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, November 28, 2022Welcome to the Director of Golf Rhett Colbrese who joined Makani Golf Club in October 2022 Rhett learned to play golf in San Diego, California. Competing with the best juniors in the country, he quickly sought out premier golf instruction. Mentored under the great Carl Welty (Jim Mclean’s coach and mentor) Rhett began to study what the best players in the world do the same. With the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Tuesday, November 22, 2022Historic Kailua Village, Kona, HI ~ The Kailua Village Business Improvement District has announced 2023 dates for its signature monthly stroll, Kokua Kailua happening in Historic Kailua Village. Kokua Kailua, the popular monthly village stroll on Alii Drive, happens one Sunday each month from 1 pm to 6 pm. Kona’s Historic Kailua Village closes to vehicular traffic and becomes a festive, ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, November 15, 2022MAUNA LANI, AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION WELCOMES ROSS BIRCH AS GENERAL MANAGER OF MAUNA LANI GOLF November 15th, 2022 - The Island of Hawaii’s Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection announces the appointment of Ross Birch as General Manager of Mauna Lani Golf. Birch will execute Mauna Lani Golf’s strategic goals while overseeing daily operations and enhancing the experiences of guests, residents ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, October 31, 2022The state is proposing the first-ever rules for viewing the creatures at two popular spots off the Kona Coast By Christie Wilsoncwilson@staradvertiser.com Tours offering close encounters with manta rays have become a must-do activity for many Hawaii visitors, especially at two sites off the Kona Coast where vessels deposit hundreds of snorkelers and scuba divers nightly to observe the graceful ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Wednesday, October 26, 2022Four-year project will manage non-native feral pigs, promote native forest regeneration, protect essential source of fresh water WAIMEA, HAWAI‘I ISLAND, Hawai‘i (October 26, 2022)—The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR), in partnership with The Kohala Center (TKC), recently received $234,000 in funding from the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) to protect and improve the ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Monday, October 24, 2022Connections now available between Moloka‘i, Lāna‘i, Kapalua and all Hawaiian Airlines Destinations Press Release HONOLULU - Southern Airways/Mokulele Airlines, the largest commuter airline in the country, and Hawaiian Airlines, Hawai‘i’s largest and longest serving airline, today announced a new bilateral interline agreement to facilitate travel bookings and connections for passengers. Hawaiian ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, October 24, 2022MĀLAMA HAWAI‘I Hawaiʻi Forest & Trail (island of Hawaiʻi) recently announced the launch its Maunakea Summit and Stars Giveback Experience. Guests participating in the company’s newest voluntourism opportunity learn about the west side of the island’s critical Waikoloa Dry Forest habitat on an interpretive walk and giveback experience, collecting native seeds to be used for future plantings ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Thursday, October 20, 2022KAILUA-KONA, HI—Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to welcome Lisa K. Miura to its Supervisory Committee. Appointed by HCFCU’s Board of Directors, this committee has the important responsibility of ensuring the safety and soundness of the credit union in accordance with the Federal Credit Union Act, regulations of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and state and ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, October 18, 2022KAMUELA, HI – Pediatrician Daisy Cortes, MD, has joined the team at Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital. Dr. Cortes earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine, completed her residency in pediatrics at Children’s Hospital of Orange County, and completed a fellowship in pediatric oncology and hematology at UC Irvine-CHOC. Dr. Cortes is a board-certified ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, October 17, 2022The Opening of “Aloha Grown” Store Signals a “Full House” KAILUA-KONA, HAWAI`I - Kona Commons, West Hawai`i’s premier shopping center owned by local partners MacNaughton and Kobayashi Group, today announced that the 320,000-square-foot shopping complex is fully leased. The Shopping Center includes 27 national and locally owned service amenities, shops, and restaurants situated on 10 acres in ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, October 12, 2022UH News Release link: http://manoa.hawaii.edu/news/article.php?aId=12217 NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope shows debris blasted from the surface of the asteroid. Credit: NASA Satellite image captures a plume coming off of the asteroid following NASA’s test. Credit: NASA ATLAS 2 Telescope on Mauna Loa. Credit: Henry Weiland Pan-STARRS1 and Pan-STARRS2 telescopes on Haleakalā. Credit: Jason ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Thursday, October 06, 2022COUNTY OF HAWAII, STATE OF HAWAIIBILL NO. 167 (DRAFT 2) ORDINANCE NO. 22 81 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF THE HAWAII COUNTY CODE 1983 2016 EDITION, AS AMENDED), BY ADDING A NEW ARTICLE RELATING TO PROHIBITION OF NON- MINERAL SUNSCREEN. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE COUNTY OF HAWAII:SECTION 1. Findings and Purpose. Healthy coral reefs protect our island coastal infrastructure, ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Thursday, September 29, 2022Short videos orient visitors how to respectfully engage with coral reef ecosystems before they visit KAHALU‘U BAY, HAWAI‘I ISLAND, HAWAI‘I (September 28, 2022)—In an effort to educate residents and visitors how to respectfully engage with coral reef ecosystems in Hawai‘i Island’s Kahalu‘u Bay, The Kohala Center has released Aloha ‘Āina Kahalu‘u (https://koha.la/aloha-aina-kahaluu), a series ...read moreCategories: Community, Education.png)
Monday, September 19, 2022Aquaculture sales in Hawaii reached a record-high $79.6 million in 2021, surpassing 2020 figures by nearly 20%. The U.S. Department of Agriculture in its annual report released Sept. 8 said $39.3 million — or 49% — of aquaculture sales statewide in 2021 came from producers falling in the “other” category, which comprises various aquaculture products including finfish and shellfish. Algae ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Governor forwards names for Mauna Kea Management Stewardship and Oversight Authority to State SenateTuesday, September 13, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESept. 12, 2022 HONOLULU – Gov. David Ige today submitted the names of eight nominees for the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to the Hawaiʻi State Senate for confirmation. The Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority was established by statute via Act 255 (HB2024). The authority is tasked with managing Mauna Kea Lands. “I want to thank these individuals ...read moreCategories: Education, Community
Friday, September 09, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 8, 2022 HONOLULU—Gov. David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawaiʻi state flag be flown at half-staff at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol and upon all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawaiʻi National Guard in the State of Hawaiʻi immediately until sunset on the day of interment as a mark of respect for Queen Elizabeth II. “The State of ...read moreCategories: Community.png)
Thursday, September 08, 2022Hawaiian Electric is excited to announce the website launch of our Charge Up Commercial Pilot:https://www.hawaiianelectric.com/products-and-services/electric-vehicles/charge-up-commercial This “make-ready” pilot helps reduce the upfront cost of installing EV charging equipment for properties like shops, businesses, condominiums/apartments, office buildings, as well as fleet and parking ...read moreCategories: CommunityFriday, September 02, 2022Congratulations The 2022 State Stars, who were chosen by their SBDC networks, are among the best of the best -- those who demonstrate exemplary performance, make significant contributions to their networks, and are deeply committed to the success of America's small businesses. Link to State Starts 2022 Hawai‘i SBDC State Star 2022 Dennis Boyd West Hawai‘i Center Director Dennis has ...read moreCategories: Community
Wednesday, August 31, 2022Aloha ‘Āina Kahalu‘u is a 10-part video series to introduce visitors and residents alike to Kahalu‘u Bay and how to respectfully engage with this sacred and cherished place when they visit.WAHI PANAKAHALU‘U’S GIFTSCORALREEFTEACHSUN PROTECTIONENTERING THE BAYEXPLORING THE BAYPAPA HONUKAHALUʻU BAY’S RESIDENTSCategories: Education, CommunityMonday, August 29, 2022Dr. Rick Bennett was the guest speaker at the August 9, 2022 Sustainability Committee meeting hosted by Teri Leicher at Jack's Diving Locker. Dr. Bennett has shared a link to a video where he presents information about the water topic.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J923IFmfARc&ab_channel=RichardBennettAbout KKCC Sustainability CommitteeGoal: Promotes sustainable and environmentally ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, August 24, 2022Hawaiian Airlines has been dubbed the "best employer in the state," for 2022 according to a newly released report from Forbes. The "America's Best Employers By State" list, which ranks employers in 50 states and the District of Columbia, was gathered by market research company Statista, who surveyed 70,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 500 employees. The anonymous ratings were ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, August 22, 2022You can Count on Viking Security to meet and exceed your expectations. Viking Security of Hawaii has been Big Islands most dependable security guard agency since 2005. They've been able to successfully handle any tough security situation brought their way. Although under new ownership as of 5/1/21, they've been continuously committed to providing service of the highest quality, paying ...read moreCategories: Community.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
Tuesday, August 09, 2022Link to video (details below): http://go.hawaii.edu/2JS The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship (CMS) is partnering with the Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) to aid recovery of the highly endangered Maunakea silversword atop Hawaiʻi’s highest mountain. Silversword seeds were sown at the CMS greenhouse at the ...read moreCategories: Education, CommunityThursday, August 04, 2022The deconstruction phase of the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) Submillimeter Observatory (CSO) on University of Hawaiʻi-managed lands on the summit of Maunakea is on track to begin before summer ends and be completed by the end of the year. Caltech announced on August 2, 2022, that it received the final required permits from the State of Hawaiʻi and the County of Hawaiʻi to begin the ...read moreCategories: Community, Education
Tuesday, August 02, 2022The Hawaii Island Humane Society Receives $1.5 Million Grant From The Bob & Renee Parsons FoundationFunds will Support Construction Efforts to Complete the Anne Barasch Ryan Animal Hospital Hawaii (August 1, 2022) – The Hawaii Island Humane Society (HIHS) – a private, nonprofit animal welfare organization – was awarded a $1.5 million grant from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation to support final ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Friday, July 29, 2022A kīpuka is an opening of vegetated land spared by a lava flow. After these dramatic, landscape-altering flows, it is nā kīpuka that protect and sustain the plant life and seeds that go on to propagate the surrounding new land, perpetuating life into the future. The past two and half years have certainly felt landscape-altering for many of us, and so it was especially meaningful when last week, ...read moreCategories: 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, EducationThursday, July 28, 2022INSIDE THIS ISSUEDi Napoli ArtKahalu’u Hope SpotNew HOST Park clientsH2 BusRestorative AquacultureHI Aquaculture CollaborativeFrom the DeepPhotographyGovernor Ige VisitStaff UpdatesInternshipsBlue Ocean BarnsDesal ProjectCategories: Community, Education
Wednesday, July 27, 2022QNHCH RECEIVES 5-STAR RATING KAMUELA, HI – The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) updated its “Overall Hospital Quality Star Ratings” for 2022, giving 429 hospitals a rating of five stars, the highest rating possible. Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital was one of only four hospitals in the state of Hawai’i to receive a five star rating. CMS assigns star ratings to hospitals ...read moreCategories: Community
Monday, July 18, 2022Psychiatry and mental health counseling are the Big Island’s two most needed types of health care, according to an islandwide survey completed in March by Community First Hawaii, a nonprofit with a goal of improving access to health care throughout the state. The survey polled more than 2,248 community members and health care professionals from Hawaii County, revealing staffing shortages and low ...read moreCategories: Community
Tuesday, July 12, 2022KAILUA-KONA, HI — Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is honored to be named one of the best credit unions in Hawaii on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. HCFCU was one of just five Hawaii-based credit unions to receive the ...read moreCategories: Community, EconomyTuesday, July 05, 2022On Friday, June 17, Pacific Business News hosted its Hawaii Island Means Business panel event to touch on some of the successes and setbacks affecting the Big Isle business community. Hosted in-person — for the first time since 2019 — at the Fairmont Orchid in Waimea, the discussion was moderated by A. Kam Napier, Pacific Business News’ editor-in-chief, and featured five panelists including Ross ...read moreCategories: Economy, 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: Community, Education
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
Tuesday, May 31, 2022Welcome to new member Hertz Car Rental! Hertz Rental Car. Let’s Go! https://www.hertzcareers.com/ Hertz embraces a people-driven culture that values big ideas. At Hertz, our people are the most powerful asset we have - so we put you in the driver's seat to make a difference. You will find your purpose, put your passion to work, accomplish big things, and truly connect with our customers. We ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Tuesday, February 15, 2022January 4, 2022 marked 85 years of member service for HFS Federal Credit Union! The Credit Union was founded on January 4, 1937 and has grown over the years, with much thanks to the Big Island community for their continued trust and support. A momentous occasion such as this one deserves more than just one day of celebration – which is why they’ll be celebrating all year long! Anniversary Loan ...read moreCategories: CommunityFriday, July 10, 2020Dept of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) is very pleased to announce the live launch of the Buy Hawaii, Give Aloha portal site at https://buy.hawaii.gov/. DBEDT created this portal site to promote the online shopping sites of Hawaii manufacturers, restaurants and farm delivery services. In this first phase, we are promoting the importance of buying local. In later phases we ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, June 03, 2020DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 3, 2020 BOATING AND WATER SPORTS COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS RELAXED STATEWIDE (Honolulu) – Effective immediately, emergency restrictions imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic for commercial and recreational boating and ocean recreation are being relaxed statewide. Commercial and recreational boating can now include up to ten ...read moreCategories: Community.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
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