Business

The organization’s 2025 second quarter forecast shows sharp increases in U.S. import tariffs, sweeping federal layoffs along with volatile fiscal and immigration policies are undermining consumer confidence, raising inflation expectations and worsening the business outlook — nationally and in Hawaiʻi’s visitor-dependent economy.

Hōʻike Community Media has put out its biweekly newsletter with all the nonprofit events coming up in the next two weeks. To submit a nonprofit event in your area, please email events@hoike.org.

The nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting U.S. exports and international trade development has selected Byron Goo as its new chair.

The locally owned and operated Kauaʻi Diner opened its flagship restaurant in 2023 in Līhuʻe.

The limited liability company recalled packages in the 0.6-ounce and 4-ounce bags that were distributed to multiple retail locations.

Haʻaheo originally slated to arrive at east Kaua‘i port the morning of April 25, but will now arrive by noon.

Free program — hosted at Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort in Kōloa — showcased opportunities for career development and growth in the hospitality industry and beyond.

A job fair is planned at the Līhu‘e Post Office, located at 4441 Rice St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25. U.S. Postal Service personnel will be on-site to provide information about the available positions, answer questions and help potential candidates through the application process.

Sampling process helps identify and address any harmful substances present in the property’s soil early on, ensure what type of cleanup methods are necessary and the correct measures are used as well as plan for a safe future for Kekaha.

Marriott’s Kauaʻi Beach Club is hosting a hiring event for sales positions today from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Kīlauea Bakery & Pizzeria’s Sami Livé says being honored with Surfrider Foundation designation is about doing her restaurant’s part for a healthier planet while serving great food and coffee.

The State of Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission is holding hearings around the neighbor islands where the public can weigh in on a proposed temporary rate increase and tariff changes by the shipping company Young Brothers.

The work of the economic development specialist, who has been with Kauaʻi County since the fall of 2021, is focused on making sure the Garden Isle has a sustainable future.

Shenanigans has served military members and local residents since it opened in 1989. The sold-out Business After Hours underscored the strong and valuable relationships between the Navy, Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce, business owners and local community.

The price of local and mainland eggs in Honolulu rose significantly in the first quarter of this year. However, the price between local and mainland eggs was comparable, according to latest statistics from the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture, Market Analysis and News Branch.

The chef is well known on Kaua‘i for his long-standing success as the owner of Sushi Bushido.

The infusion of money from the US Treasury brings total federal support to $40.3 million.

Married couple Govinda Rubin and Sayuri Handa mill and serve organic matcha grown in the ancient Japanese tea village of Wazuka.

Hale Līhu‘e on Rice Street offers coworking and event spaces, as well as a coffee shop that will transform into a cocktail bar later in the day.

The University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization has released the comprehensive report “Investigating and Tackling Barriers and Needs for Small Business Success in Honolulu” on Feb. 3. The report offers critical insights into the challenges faced by small business owners and opportunities for targeted support.