-Horizontal-P301-w1920.png){kind=logo}
-
News for Economy
Wednesday, August 13, 2025Inspired by National Good Neighbor Day,Vibrant Hawai‘i is inviting individuals and community groups to participate in #VibeHI Day, a grassroots movement to create connected and vibrant communities across Hawaiʻi Island. Vibrant Hawai‘i is offering mini-grants of $50 to $100 to support small, meaningful projects - whether it's hosting a neighborhood gathering, sharing a meal or local produce, ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Wednesday, August 13, 2025HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) is inviting residents to take part in a series of free online community input sessions. These sessions will provide a 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 in a way that reflects the needs, ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Wednesday, August 13, 2025Call for Vendors & Lantern Parade EntriesDate: Friday, November 7, 2025Location: Historic Kailua Village (Alii Drive) and Hale Halawai County PavilionTime: Marketplace 2:00–9:00 pm • Lantern Parade marches on at 6:00 pm Kona, let’s light up First Friday! The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival invites artisans, food vendors, community groups, and cultural practitioners to join our bustling First Friday ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, August 04, 20252025 HRWA Training and Technical Conference November 18 - 20, 2025, King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel A three-day summit of talks, activities, and workshops Registration Open!REGISTERTraining & Technical Conference NOVEMBER 18-20, 2025 Golf Tournament NOVEMBER 21, 2025We are thrilled to announce our upcoming HRWA Training and Technical Conference, alongside a golf tournament scheduled for ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
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
Wednesday, July 16, 2025FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 16, 2025 The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works (DPW) is now accepting applications for special activity permits authorizing temporary roadside vending in a designated area of Ane Keohokālole Highway in Kona. As determined by the County Council, the area is defined as the portion of the makai side of the highway between the West Hawaiʻi Civic Center and ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
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
Wednesday, July 16, 2025By Virginia Noone – Reporter, Pacific Business News Jul 9, 2025 Matson Inc. is deepening its commitment to marine conservation, expanding programs aimed at reducing ship strikes on whales and minimizing its impact on ocean biodiversity, according to the Hawaii-based shipping company’s 2024 Sustainability Report. “Our oceans are a vital natural and economic resource that support the livelihoods ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Monday, July 14, 2025July 11, 2025 Kealakekua, HI —Kona Community Hospital (KCH) will begin a parking lot expansion, resurfacing, and paving project on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, with work expected to continue through mid-October. This project is part of the critical infrastructure improvements funded through the Risk of Closure Capital Improvement Project (CIP) allocation provided by the State Legislature and Governor ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
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: Community, EconomyFriday, 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
Tuesday, May 27, 2025Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines Donate $25,000 to Kona Hospital Foundation Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU), in collaboration with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines), is proud to support the West Hawaii community’s healthcare system through a $25,000 donation to the Kona Hospital Foundation. This ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Friday, May 23, 2025To help Hawaiʻi Island families secure a simple and durable place to live, CU HAWAII donated $12,500 to Habitat For Humanity Hawaiʻi Island (HFH) leveraging a matching grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB). The funds to Habitat For Humanity Hawaiʻi Island will be dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving ...read moreCategories: Economy, 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: Community, Economy
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: Economy, Community, Education
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: Community, Education, Economy
Wednesday, April 30, 20252026 IRONMAN World Championship Returns to Hawaiian Roots with Kona as Exclusive Location of Reimagined Single Day Race -- Extensive community feedback shows unequivocally that women and men want to race the IRONMAN World Championship in Kona, Hawai`i, together as one `Ohana -- IRONMAN, in collaboration with local and state officials in Hawai`i, announced today that beginning in 2026 the IRONMAN® ...read moreCategories: Economy, 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
Tuesday, March 18, 2025Welcome to New Chamber MemberFinance FactorsAnne Reid(316) 734-2386 anner@financefactors.com About Finance Factors At Finance Factors, we’re invested in getting you to where you want to be. For over 70 years, we’ve been offering financial services in Hawaii, working diligently to help generations of families realize their financial goals. Our story started in 1952, when several island ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Tuesday, March 18, 2025Welcome to Wise Craft Studio and Horace Dinu office@wisecraftstudio.com (808) 756 4575 ArchitecturePool DesignLandscape designInterior DesignProduct DesignRenderingDraftingScale modelingABOUT I express my passion for life by doing: architecture, woodworking, design, sports, music, drawing, learning about consciousness, and other stuff. In my perception, passion and creativity are very close to ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
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: Community, Economy
Tuesday, February 04, 2025Waikoloa Village expansion includes Holiday Inn, extended-stay hotel By Elizabeth ‘Ufi – Reporter, Pacific Business News Jan 30, 2025 Meridian Pacific, Ltd. is expected to begin construction soon on a $113 million project to build two new hotels in Waikoloa Village as part of its estimated $700 million master-planned mix-used development project that will add more retail and restaurants, ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Friday, January 31, 2025$200-Million Revitalization of Mauna Kea Beach HotelBy Elizabeth ‘Ufi – Reporter, Pacific Business NewsJan 31, 2025 Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection on Hawaii Island will close its Beach Wing in February as part of the last phase of a $200 million renovation at the hotel that started last year.The hotel announced that overall renovations, which began on April 15, will be completed in ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Tuesday, January 28, 2025The 2025 Power Leaders By Christina O'Connor – Senior Digital Editor, Pacific Business NewsJan 27, 2025 Fourteen leaders from across industries and throughout Hawaii were recently named as the 2025 Power Leaders by Pacific Business News — and were honored at an event at The Kahala Hotel & Resort. Now in its third year, the Power Leaders awards recognize local leaders for their accomplishments ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Thursday, January 23, 2025https://www.bizjournals.com/pacific/news/2025/01/22/alaska-air-group-rolls-out-spring-summer-schedule.html? Alaska Air Group has released details of its combined schedule for Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines, with adjustments beginning to take effect in March. In an email to Pacific Business News, Alex Da Silva, Hawaiian director of external communications, listed the current Hawaiian routes that will ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
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: Community, Economy
Monday, December 30, 2024Welcome to New Chamber MemberMyles DeCoito AirMedCare Network | Hawaii Life Flight Membership Sales Manager Phone: 808-209-0769 Email: myles.decoito@gmr.net MSM Track Code: 15280Aloha, I’m Myles DeCoito, Membership Sales Manager. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Living in Hawaii means many of us live, work, and play in areas that are remote and isolated. You ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Monday, December 30, 2024Welcome to new member Kama'aina Hale Apartments Kama'aina Hale is located in the Kailua Kona village district less than a quarter mile from the Pacific Ocean. For over 40 years, this 128 unit complex has provided safe and peaceful affordable housing for local families. Its convenient location in along with its diverse community makes for an ideal place to call home and experience our unique ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, EducationWednesday, December 18, 2024Kilauea Visitor Center will close for renovations in FebruaryWednesday, December 18, 2024, 12:05 a.m. West Hawaii Today The Kilauea Visitor Center in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will undergo substantial renovations starting in February. (Courtesy photo/ HVNP) Kilauea Visitor Center in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will close Sunday, Feb. 17, 2025 at 5 p.m. for extensive renovations that ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, December 18, 2024Hilo, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is excited to announce the appointment of Luke Eclipse-Ujano to its Board of Directors. Luke fills the seat vacated by David De Luz, Jr., who will continue serving HCFCU as a member of the Supervisory Committee. A proud graduate of Hilo High School and Hawaiʻi Community College, Luke brings a blend of technical expertise, educational ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Wednesday, December 18, 2024Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to announce Steven Kaneko as the new Branch Manager of its Kealakekua Branch. Born and raised in Kona, Steven brings over 30 years of banking experience, deep community ties, and a strong commitment to serving Hawaiʻi Island residents. Steven joins HCFCU after a successful 23-year career with Bank of Hawaii, where he ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Friday, December 13, 2024The Kohala Center receives funding from NIFA to support Native Hawaiian farmers Grant funds will support new and beginning farmers and ranchers to generate food abundance WAIMEA, Hawaiʻi Island, Hawaiʻi (December 13, 2024)—The Kohala Center today announced that it received a grant award totaling $749,298 that will support the Native Hawaiian community through the United States ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Monday, December 02, 2024Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines: Two beloved brands. Taking you further. As two airlines with rich histories of connecting communities, we are working together to create a powerful platform for growth and opportunities across both the Hawaiian and Alaska brands. We are excited to bring you increased benefits, the premium experience that you know and love, and even greater value as you ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Thursday, November 21, 2024The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation has named Damon Matteo as its new executive director and CEO, the organization announced this week. Founded in 1983, HTDC is a state agency attached to the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. It is focused on promoting and developing the state’s technology industry, and its programs include support for technology startups, ...read moreCategories: Community, Education, Economy
Thursday, November 21, 2024For Immediate Release Hawaiian Telcom is pleased to announce the launch of 3 Gig Symmetrical internet service now available to households in all fiber-enabled areas throughout the state. In our increasingly connected world, the need for faster internet speeds never stops. With 3 Gig Symmetrical Fioptics internet service, users can download (receive data) and upload (send data) at speeds of up to ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, November 18, 2024Welcome to New Member Hamajang Studio We founded Hamajang Studio on the belief that great design is site-specific, concept-driven, and rooted in research. Our team embraces the complexities of the design and construction process. Our mission is to streamline this journey for you by making the process personal, collaborative, and fun. Contact us to embark on a simplified, engaging, and ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Monday, November 18, 2024Welcome to New Chamber Member Kona Houses for SaleAbout The moment you meet Kona Houses for Sale’s Jenni Lee, you immediately notice her tenacious energy that will unite you with the spirit, beauty, and romance of the Big Island. With over $21 million in sales in 2018, Jenni feels she is just getting started. “2017 was an important building year, and 2018 was just the first step in that ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy
Wednesday, November 13, 2024Kona, Hawaii – The 2024 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrated the best of Kona’s world-renowned coffee this past week, culminating in the highly anticipated Kona Coffee Cupping Competition. After a rigorous evaluation of the finest coffee, four Kona coffee farms emerged victorious, including a tie, earning the award of title of Kona Coffee Cupping Champion. This year’s competition brought ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community, Education
Tuesday, November 12, 2024Welcome to New Chamber Member Verity CPAsGET YOUR BOOKS IN ORDER WITH VERITY CPAs Verity CPAs offers the right solutions for your business Alicia Spenceraspencer@verity.cpa(808) 546-5026 Kamuela Office65-1298B Kawaihae Rd, Suite 1Kamuela, HI 96743(808) 887-2100About Us Founded in 2012, Verity CPAs is a full-service Certified Public Accounting Firm located on the islands of Oahu and Hawaii. ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Tuesday, October 15, 2024Cyanotech is delighted to share their Top Trends Report from Vitafoods Asia with a summary of informational flyers for their farm-direct Hawaiian microalgae ingredients and an awe-inspiring flight video over their Kailua-Kona Hawaii Farm. Top Trends from Vitafoods 2024 Vitafoods Asia is the premier event for functional ingredients and dietary supplement products. The show recently convened in ...read moreCategories: Economy, Community
Wednesday, September 04, 2024New Member - The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival 53rd Kona Coffee Cultural FestivalNov. 1-10, 2024 Hawaiʻi’s Oldest Food FestivalSince its inception in 1970, the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival organization has sought to preserve, perpetuate and promote Kona’s unique nearly 200-year coffee heritage. The Festival and the local community embrace visitors and residents by sharing the unique history and ...read moreCategories: Community, Economy, Education
Friday, August 23, 2024KOHALA, HAWAIʻI — Hilo-based Puna Plantation Hawaii, Ltd. (Puna Plantation), owner of the KTA Super Stores, KTA Express and KTA Pharmacy banners, will officially acquire the K. Takata Store (Takata), a 10,625-square-foot, family-owned grocery store in Kapaʻau on Sept. 23, 2024. Takata Store owners and brothers Rayton and Jerry Takata are set to retire; they initiated the sale to Puna Plantation to ...read moreCategories: Community, EconomyWednesday, 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
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
