Business
7-Eleven Hawaiʻi, OmniFoods launch plant-based katsu musubi
7-Eleven Hawaiʻi and OmniFoods have collaborated to introduce a new plant-based katsu musubi, featuring the award-winning Omni Luncheon plant-based meats.
Hawaiʻi Health Systems Corporation, UHA Health Insurance network reach new agreement
A new three-year agreement keeps Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation, with two public hospitals on Kauaʻi, as part of the UHA Health Insurance network of participating providers.
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels to acquire Kauaʻi Beach Resort & Spa
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels announced Thursday it plans to acquire Kaua‘i Beach Resort & Spa in Līhu‘e.
Hawai‘i State FCU promotes three employees to executive leadership team
“With more than 50 years of combined experience in the banking industry and a track record of success within our organization, Aaron, Warren and Chris have proven to be invaluable assets to our team and we look forward to their continued success in their new roles,” said Andrew Rosen.
County departments at Līhuʻe Civic Center closed June 19 due to water leak damage
The water leak was caused when a sprinkler was accidentally activated shortly after 8:50 p.m. on June 18, according to a preliminary report from the Kaua‘i Fire Department.
Southwest ending nonstop flights Sept. 5 between Los Angeles and Kauaʻi, Big Island airports
Southwest Airlines once again will end daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and the airports in Līhuʻe on Kaua‘i and Kailua-Kona on the Big Island the day after Labor Day.
3 Kaua‘i businesses receive grant to help grow operations
A state agency has awarded nearly $1 million to 26 local companies in an effort to help with expenses in fostering economic and employment growth throughout the islands.
Paniolo Cattle Company beef brand to no longer be available at Hawai‘i Safeway locations
Parker Ranch in Waimea on the Big Island announced that the partnership between its Paniolo Cattle Company and the national grocery store chain will end in mid to late July.
President, CEO of Hawai‘i Tourism Authority to step down in September when contract ends
John De Fries is the first Native Hawaiian appointed as Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s president and CEO.
Submissions for Agricultural Dedication Petitions on Kauaʻi due July 3
The deadline to file Agricultural Dedication Petitions on Kauaʻi this year is July 3.
Mazie Hirono, Ron Kouchi hosting live-streamed Hawai‘i on the Hill Policy Summit
Congressional leaders and members of the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the Policy Summit to be streamed on YouTube.
New construction material being used at Kukui‘ula in Kōloa
SIPs are a new building material that provides strength, energy efficiency, and eco-friendliness that are installed in days rather than weeks or months, according to O‘ahu based wholesaler and service provider SIP Systems Hawai‘i.
Donations for student scholarships sought by Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce
The Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce is soliciting donations from the community for its scholarship fund at the Pauahi Foundation.
This year’s Made in Hawai‘i Festival to be biggest ever; tickets on sale Aug. 4
New this year is the Made in Hawai‘i Festival Beer Garden, available to guests ages 21 and older.
Iron Chef Masharu Morimoto partners with Hawaiian brand to release tea, coffee, pancake mixes
Masharu Morimoto’s Hawaiian Paradise Coffee and tea packets retail can be found online nationwide at HawaiianParadiseCoffee.com, Amazon and additionally will be sold at all Morimoto and Momosan locations.
Mahi‘ai Match-Up to award $40,000 in cash prizes to food entrepreneurs
Kamehameha Schools’ 2023 Mahi‘ai Match-Up program focuses on Native Hawaiian crops and invites applicants dedicated to cultivating indigenous and ancestral crops to apply.
Marriott Vacations Worldwide to host hiring event to fill jobs at Kaua‘i Resorts
The company is hosting a hiring event at Marriott’s Waiohai Beach Club on June 8.
First Hawaiian Bank announces five promotions
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Bob Harrison congratulated the bank officers on their promotions.
Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i names David Kauila Kopper as executive director
Legal Aid Society of Hawai‘i has chosen David Kauila Kopper as its new executive director, starting June 13.
Commercial driver license training for women launched by Native Hawaiian Advancement Council
The Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement, in collaboration with the American Association of University Women, will introduce the first Hawaiian Trades Academy commercial driver license training course exclusively for wāhine.
