For December 2011, Hawaii total visitor spending reached the unprecedented high of $1.298 billion, according to statistics released by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.

On Friday, Kaiser Permanente Hawaii celebrated the completion of a 1,000 square foot expansion of its pharmacy at Maui Lani Clinic with a Hawaiian blessing ceremony.

Matson announced today that it is raising its fuel surcharge by five percentage points, from 40.5% to 45.5%, for its Hawaii service, effective February 26, 2012.

The Hawaii Pacific Export Council (HPEC) has secured new grant funding to help Maui businesses grow their global business.

American Savings Bank has been recognized by the American Heart Association for helping employees eat better and move more.

Kihei Charter School’s Energy & Sustainability Learning Center is sponsoring a competition challenging Mauians to design visionary energy and sustainability exhibits.

The Honolulu-based design firm Designer for a Day is looking for a select group of non-profit organization with a space that could use a free design makeover.

Subaru Hawaii has raised $6,700 for Hawaii Wildlife Fund and $2,300 for the Society of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Maui Chapter.

Wailuku Town is reinventing itself and the Maui Redevelopment Agency is spearheading the effort with an innovative collaborative approach called ReWailuku.

Central Pacific Financial Corp. reported a profit of $12.1 million for the 4th quarter 2011, making this its 4th consecutive profitable quarter.