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Lab Exodus, a mobile phlebotomy service owned and operated by Rachel Moke, located in ʻEleʻele is one of 3 firms affiliated with Ulta Lab Tests, headquartered in Scottsdale, Airz., and acted as a collecting depot, where specimens were illegally collected directly from a person without a request by an authorized person, a requirement under Hawaiʻi law.

There were 672,350 people employed in November while 15,350 were unemployed. Those numbers mean there was a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 688,000 statewide.

Businesses are encouraged to monitor their information online and file reports timely to remain in good standing, which might be a prerequisite to qualify for contracts, loans and other forms of assistance.

Starting this year through 2029, Hawaiian Airlines will renovate lobbies and gates in Honolulu, Līhuʻe, Kahului, Kona and Hilo to improve passenger flow and comfort.

Kaua‘i numbers followed the same statewide trend in November 2025, with the total number of visitors to the Garden Isle down 1% compared with the year before and visitor spending up by 13.1% compared with November 2024.

The annual rankings, compiled by Newsweek in partnership with Plant-A Insights Group, evaluated about 8,800 financial institutions nationwide.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Office of Consumer Protection joined a coalition of 50 attorneys general announcing a nearly $150 million settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and Mercedes-Benz Group AG.

Happy holidays from Kauaʻi County Office of Economic Development. The staff and administration wish you and your ʻohana a happy, healthy and prosperous 2026. Check out these updates about programs, grants and events happening around the island.

Monico’s Restaurant Bar & Taqueria in Kapaʻa has unexpectedly closed due to eviction, stunning regulars just before the holidays.

The recall was issued by Danone U.S. for its So Delicious Dairy Free Salted Caramel Cluster Non-Dairy Frozen Dessert pints because of the potential presence of foreign materials.

Shareholders to receive $21.20 per share in cash, representing a 40% premium to closing price earlier this month; merger expected to close during the first quarter of 2026.

Special gift is airline’s way to celebrate Giving Tuesday, new loyalty program and mark its commitment to local nonprofits that rely on air travel to deliver essential services in Hawai‘i and beyond.

The mild retraction will is expected to be followed by a weak recovery in 2026, caused by several factors including slowdown in tourism, inflation and tariffs, among others.

“From the lūʻau to nighttime swimming, our entire trip to the Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i was a highlight reel of great experiences and great hospitality,” said Good Housekeeping’s professional travel tester in his notes.

There were 669,850 people employed in September and 17,200 unemployed for a total seasonally adjusted labor force of 687,000 statewide.

Credit union announces total $50,000 donation for the Hawai‘i Resilience Fund at Hawai‘i Community Foundation and Safety Net Fund at Aloha United Way as part of the statewide “Aloha for Hawai‘i” giving campaign.

The resort and Takenaka Corporation recently presented 4 organizations with $100,000 each in continued support of the Kauaʻi community and celebrated colleagues who have worked 30-plus years at the resort with a luncheon and presentation of financial gifts.

Enrollment for Foundational Safety course now open; registration due by Dec. 19 for in-demand production training starting in January 2026.

Bring the entire ʻohana and head down to the shopping center in Poʻipū for some festive fun and seasonal cheer in celebration of the holidays.

Resort’s leisure senior sales manager honored with Outstanding Achievement in Sales and Marketing Award, celebrating her excellence, integrity and service within the travel and visitor industry as well as her lasting impact on the Kaua’i community.