Maui Business
Red Cross Needs Volunteers for Hurricane Lane
The Red Cross is seeking volunteers who are willing to be on-call to potentially assist in staffing shelters or assessing damage. Training will be provided.
Hawaiian Airlines to Suspend Beijing Service
Hawaiian Airlines today announced its decision to suspend its thrice-weekly nonstop service between Honolulu and Beijing in October.
Hawaiian Airlines Offering Travel Waivers in Advance of Hurricane Lane
Travelers with tickets on Hawaiian Airlines flights departing to or from Hawaiʻi from Aug. 21-26, 2018 will be permitted a 1-time reservation change…
Mana Up Accelerator Participants Experience Revenue Growth
Mana Up, an initiative to build Hawai’i’s next 100 product companies earning $1 million or more in annual revenue, announced its first cohort expects to increase revenue by 67%.
Maui Countyʻs Office on Aging Executive Receives National Recognition
Maui County’s Office on Aging Executive Deborah Stone-Walls received national recognition for her work.
State Approves New Medical Cannabis Production Facility
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) has issued a Notice to Proceed to Acquire and Cultivate Cannabis to Hawaiian Ethos, LLC for their first production center on Hawai‘i Island.
Maui FCU Awards College Scholarships to Members
Five members of Maui Federal Credit Union, selected at random drawing, were awarded $1000 scholarships to help them pursue higher education.
Small Business Grants for Lanai and Molokai Announced
The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development (OED) announced that applications are now being
accepted for a fifth round of grants for businesses on Lanai and Molokai.
Chad Goodfellow Named CEO for Goodfellow Bros., Inc.
Goodfellow Bros., Inc. announced the appointment today of Chad Goodfellow as Chief Executive Officer of the heavy-civil construction company.
Medical Cannabis Researcher to Discuss Pain Management on Maui
According to the Hawaiʻi Department of Health, 65% of the state’s registered patients use cannabis therapy to manage pain.
Branding Agency Establishes Office on Maui
International strategic consulting and branding agency, On Any Given Monday (OAGM), has established their headquarters on Maui. The company serves clients in all industries and locations.
Maui Electric Rate to Increase $5 for Typical Monthly Bill
The approved 3.8% interim rate increase takes effect on Aug 23, 2018 and will increase the typical monthly residential bill for 500 kilowatt-hours on Maui by $5
Hawai‘i Leads Nation in Fighting Discrimination Against Women
The Hawai`i State Commission on the Status of Women received the annual achievement award from the National Association of Commissions for Women (NACW) at NACW’s annual conference.
Spectrum Launches Faster “Internet Gig” Speeds
Priced at $104.99 per month for new residential customers, Spectrum Internet Gig is now available to more than 70% of the company’s footprint.
Hundreds Join in Demonstration Against Aloha Poke Company
Protesters rallied today against Aloha Poke Company after the company sent cease-and-desist orders to other restaurants with the words “Aloha” and “Poke” in their names.
$6 Million in Scholarships Awarded Through Hawai‘i Community Foundation
Hawai‘i Community Foundation distributes over 250 types of scholarships on behalf of individual givers, local businesses and corporate donors.
Hawaiian Airlines Launches All-Cargo Neighbor Island Service
Hawaiian Airlines today celebrated the launch of all-cargo service between Honolulu’s Daniel K. Inouye International Airport, Līhu‘e Airport and Hilo.
Fraud Scheme Imitates State Procurement Process
The state DCCA is warning businesses of a fraud scheme in which individuals impersonating state officials have attempted to make large purchases via e-mails.
“The Perfect Round” Golf and Room Package at Hyatt Regency Maui
The package provides guests the opportunity to play two rounds daily at the championship Kāʻanapali Kai Golf Course while being accommodated at the resort.
Humane Society Clear the Shelters Day, Aug. 18
Maui Humane Society will participate in national “Clear the Shelters” Day on Aug. 18. Adoption fees will be waived on dogs, cats & critters at the Maui event.
