Business
Public invited to weigh in on proposed hike in shipping rates by Young Brothers
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.
‘Making a lasting impact’: Ana Española named Kui Kauaʻi Employee of the Year
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.
Reopen for business: Freshly face-lifted Shenanigans hosts sold-out Business After Hours
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.
Honolulu and mainland egg prices comparable in latest data
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.
Royal Sonesta Kaua‘i Resort hires local restaurant owner as executive sous chef
The chef is well known on Kaua‘i for his long-standing success as the owner of Sushi Bushido.
Hawaiʻi Small Business Capital Program awarded $20 million in federal funding
The infusion of money from the US Treasury brings total federal support to $40.3 million.
Kaua‘i couple makes freshest matcha in Hawai‘i with state’s only traditional mill
Married couple Govinda Rubin and Sayuri Handa mill and serve organic matcha grown in the ancient Japanese tea village of Wazuka.
Rice Street nonprofit opens community hub, business incubator with coffee shop, cocktail bar
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.
UHERO highlights struggles of small business in new report
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.
Vacant lot in Līhu‘e sells for $13.25 million; new owner plans to build U-Haul center
The 11-acre parcel of real estate fronts Kūhiō Highway between Wilcox Medical Center and Walmart.
Webinar opportunities aim to help young adults, first-time homebuyers
As a fresh start to the new year, Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union has several upcoming free online eudcation opportunities to get your questions answered and support your financial goals.
State seeks proposals to showcase islands as prime place for media development
Phase 1 seed funding totaling $400,000 from the Hawaiʻi Film and Creative Industries Development Fund will be used to support local filmmakers, media makers and content creators with the goal of growing Hawai‘i-made media content to be licensed and distributed worldwide.
3rd annual Youth Climate Class starts in January 2025
“The class is not your typical classroom experience; it’s a transformative journey for high school students to explore their role as change-makers in the fight against climate change,” said Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development Director Nalani Brun.
Amaro named one of 31 ‘Women Who Mean Business’ by Pacific Business News
The member services and communications manager at Kauaʻi Island Utility Coopeative oversees internal and external communications and services to more than 33,000 residential and commercial members. Her position includes community engagement and service projects, grants and legislative priorities.
Fewer critters hitchhike to Hawaiʻi on Christmas trees, but local plants less risky
Businesses, organizations and residents advocate for more “ʻāina-friendly” solutions to combat Christmas tree critters.
USDA awards grants to 17 Hawai‘i projects, including 1 on Kaua’i, to support food system infrastructure
Kumano I Ke Ala o Makaweli, a Native Hawaiian-led nonprofit, will use the grant funding to implement the West Kauaʻi ʻOihana Mahi ʻAi Kalo (Taro Farming Industry) Revitalization Project.
Southwest Airlines to reduce Hawai‘i flights in 2025, shifting strategy
The airline that entered the interisland market in 2019 is reducing its flights between islands by as much as 30% beginning in April of next year and also reshaping it services between the mainland and Hawai‘i beginning in the summer.
Businesses want to return to Lahaina. Can they afford to wait for the rebuild?
With the rebuilding of homes underway and the commercial cleanup nearly finished, businesses say the timing is crucial to rebuild and provide jobs for returning residents.
Surfrider raises concerns about issuing new pollutant discharge permit to Kauaʻi Shrimp
Environmental activists testified during a public meeting last week in Kekaha that Kauaʻi Shrimp, the island’s only shrimp farm, should not be issued a new pollutant discharge permit due to concerns about its effluent polluting waters and killing fish.
Service status of Kauaʻi refuse transfer stations
The County of Kauaʻi Public Information Office released the following update on the current status of Kauaʻi’s refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha Landfill as of 5:25 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22: Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station (NEW UPDATE)5-3751 Kuhio Hwy, PrincevilleOpen 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Green waste is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Current […]
