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$700M settlement announced in Google Play Store misconduct case

Google will pay $630 million in restitution, minus costs and fees, to consumers who made purchases on the Google Play Store between August 2016 and September of this year and were harmed by anti-competitive practices.

Jim Pedone appointed GM and Hannah Taito as Resort Manager at the Royal Sonesta Kaua‘i

Formerly serving as the Director of Sales and Marketing, Pedone brings a wealth of experience in luxury hotels and a commitment to excellence that will help build the Sonesta brand in Hawai‘i.

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay only Hawai‘i hotel to win spot on Conde Nast Traveler Gold List 2024

Opened for less than a year, the mission-driven 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay is the only Hawai‘i hotel to win a coveted spot on what is considered the world’s most prestigious travel award.

Reminder: Kaua‘i businesses that help you toward zero waste

We fill the landfill with 25% recyclables, 25% organics like food and green waste, and 25% construction and demolition material.

Alaska Airlines to buy Hawaiian Airlines in $1.9 billion deal

Alaska Air Group, Inc. with acquire the airline for $18 per share cash. Alaska Air will also take on Hawaiian’s $0.9 billion net debt.

Hawaiʻi recognized as Captive Insurance Domicile of the Year

Captive insurance is a regulated form of self-insurance formed by companies to better manage their risk and provide an alternate insurance option for corporate lines of insurance.

Hawai‘i State FCU announces management promotions

“Duke, Trisha and Genesis have consistently demonstrated their commitment to Hawaii State FCU and have all played integral roles in the growth of our organization – from the opening of our new headquarters, and several new branches on O‘ahu and Maui, to our newest digital banking features,” said Andrew Rosen, president and CEO of Hawai‘i State FCU.

UH named one of nation’s best workplaces for parents, families by Newsweek

The university is one of two Hawaiʻi employers and only eight universities throughout the nation that made the global news magazine’s list of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families.”

Kaua‘i Chamber of Commerce donates to Pacific Missile Range Facility for Navy Birthday Ball

The donation makes the ball, which is today on the birthday of the U.S. Navy, free for all junior sailors and lowers the cost for the other participants.

Bailey replaces Mattson as president & CEO of Castle Hospitality Group

Castle Hospitality Group has selected Matt Bailey to succeed Alan Mattson as President & CEO of the Hawaiʻi-based hotel, condo resort and vacation rental management company.

Koloa Rum Company partners with Foodland to launch exclusive 75th anniversary cocktail

The Koloa Hawaiian Mango-Pineapple Rum Cocktail features Kōloa Kauai White Rum, blended with tropical mango and pineapple, and visually portrays a sunset-like appearance.

Outrigger adds Kaua‘i Beach Resort in Līhu‘e to portfolio

The resort is spread across 25 acres of beachfront property with 350 guest rooms offering ocean views.

Hawaiʻi Health Systems, Kaiser agree on new 4-year contract

During the next 60 days, the two health care providers will focus on finalizing the remaining details of the agreement.

Aloha Petroleum, parent companies donate $100K to support Maui wildfire relief and recovery efforts

The Hawai’i gasoline marketer and convenience store operator also launched an in-store fundraising initiative at its Aloha Island Mart locations on Kaua‘i, the Big Island, O‘ahu and Maui

Made in Hawai‘i Festival to donate of proceeds to Maui wildfire relief effort

The three-day Made in Hawai‘i Festival is planned for this weekend, Aug. 18-20, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Exhibition Halls I and II.

Koloa Rum Co. to host benefit for those impacted by Maui wildfires

Kaua‘i’s own Spirit of Aloha is adding its name to the list of companies, organizations, agencies and individuals from around the globe showing an outpouring of support for wildfire relief and recovery efforts on Maui.

Hawai‘i’s Finest hopes to raise $300K for Maui wildfire relief during benefit concert

The renowned Native Hawaiian-owned brand from Molokai already raised $250,000 for wildfire relief efforts on Maui through its Kōkua Maui T-shirt fundraiser.

2023 Made in Hawai‘i Festival to include Kaua‘i Made vendors

The Kaua‘i Made program, launched in 2006, aims to provide Kaua‘i-made products with more visibility and encourage production of value-added agricultural products.

State levies penalty against ShredCo of Kaua‘i for alleged air permit violations

The violations, which are related to a failure to submit several reports in 2021 and 2022 and pay an annual permit fee of $500 in 2022, were documented and confirmed as a result of record reviews conducted by the Clean Air Branch.

Grove Farm Foundation donates $1M to support Maui relief, rebuilding efforts

The Kaua’i-based foundation is the philanthropic arm of Hawai‘i-born and raised entrepreneur and philanthropist Steve Case’s Grove Farm.
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