News for Education
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Kona Community Hospital launched a Hospital Site and Needs Assessment initiative to evaluate our community’s healthcare needs and the feasibility of a new hospital.
Join hospital officials on the following dates for Public Informational Sessions to learn about current and future healthcare needs of West Hawaii:Monday, June 24
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
West Hawaiʻi Civic Center, Building A
74-5044 ...read more
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Wednesday, June 04, 2025
WEST HAWAII REGION, THE QUEEN’S HEALTH SYSTEMS, AND ALI‘I HEALTH CENTER ANNOUNCE LANDMARK AGREEMENT TO INCREASE PHYSICIAN WORKFORCE IN WEST HAWAI‘I
June 4, 2025
KONA, HAWAI‘I – In a milestone collaboration aimed at transforming health care delivery in West Hawai‘i, the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation West Hawaii Region (WHR), The Queen’s Health Systems (Queen’s), and Ali‘i Health Center have ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Tuesday, June 03, 2025
Auditions 7/30/2025
6:00pm, Wed, Jul 30 2025https://www.konagleeclub.org/auditions
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, June 02, 2025
Connect. Build. Grow.
Register today for the 2nd Annual Kona Coast Leadership Summit, a one-day experience designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and creative influencers who are ready to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
✔️ Berry Bird coffee and Four Seasons lunch
✔️ Practical workshops and standout speakers
✔️ Time built-in to actually connect—not just sit and ...read more
Categories: Economy, Education, Community
Monday, June 02, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber member Stream2Sea.
Stream2Sea has the only mineral-based sunscreen on the planet that’s been tested and proven safe for freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and coral larvae, and has passed the stringent HEL Labs Protect Land + Sea certification.
Stream2Sea is a woman-owned, veteran-operated company that manufactures all our products in our FDA-registered facility in rural ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, June 02, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member Kahilu TheaterABOUT
Mission
Making a place where community, creativity and inspiration thrive.Vision
Kahilu is a flourishing multidisciplinary arts center on Hawaii Island: a place where our community comes together and the arts come alive!
What's On - Live performances and events at Kahilu are a captivating blend of artistry, creativity, and cultural ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Hilo, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is proud to announce the promotion of Tysha McDonald to Hilo Branch Manager. Tysha, a valued member of the Hilo team since 2018, steps into the role previously held by Tyson Klask, who was recently appointed Vice President of Operations.
With more than 15 years of lending experience, Tysha brings a passion for helping members reach their ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
21st Annual International Street Medicine Symposium 2025: Host City "We are excited to announce that HOPE Services Hawai‘i will be co-hosting the 21st annual International Street Medicine Symposium (ISMS) in 2025! This prestigious global event will take place from September 9-12, 2025, in beautiful Hilo, Hawai‘i.
The Street Medicine Institute brings together healthcare professionals, community ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member. Alzheimer's Association, Aloha Chapter
Currently, nearly 100,000 kūpuna and other individuals in Hawaii are impacted by Alzheimer’s disease, or another form of dementia. Serving Oahu, Maui, Kauai, Hawaii Island, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa, the Alzheimer’s Association – Hawaii is here to help.
The Alzheimer’s Association – Hawaii is a ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
HONOLULU, HAWAII | May 21, 2025—The Hawaii Employers Council (HEC) is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural Hawaii Leadership Academy. This premier leadership development program is designed exclusively for director-level professionals and above from diverse industries throughout Hawaii.
The Hawaii Leadership Academy, set to begin Sept. 12, 2025, is a five-week, in-person program ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, May 19, 2025
– U.S. Army Garrison Pōhakuloa Training Area was named as a recipient of the 2024 Army Community Partnership Award, highlighting the exceptional collaboration between the Army and Hawai’i Fire Department to improve readiness, adaptability, and quality of life for military and community members.
The award, presented at the Pentagon on May 15, 2025, was accepted by PTA Commander Lt. Col. Timothy ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, May 19, 2025
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Categories: Education, Community
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Malama Kai Foundation Announces the George A. Wilkins Scholarship Program to Support Hawaiʻi Students in Marine and Ocean STEM Fields
The Malama Kai Foundation (MKF) is proud to announce the launch of the George A. Wilkins Scholarship Program, providing critical financial support to high school graduates from Hawaiʻi who are pursuing degrees in marine conservation and ocean-related STEM (Science, ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Tuesday, May 06, 2025
Tee Off for a Cause!
Kona Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament Set for June 22, 2025
Kailua-Kona, HI — The Kona Hospital Foundation invites the community to hit the green for a great cause at its upcoming Golf Tournament, taking place Saturday, June 22, 2025, at Kona Country Club.
The day kicks off with registration at 7:00 AM and a shotgun start at 8:00 AM. Golfers of all skill levels are ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, May 05, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member Sea Dragon Energy, Inc.
https://www.seadragon.energy/seawater-to-jet-fuel
Sea Dragon Energy, Inc. was created to meet the energy demands of the future with innovations today. Our solutions aim at resolving bottlenecks in the energy system to create truly mobile and on-demand production, storage and consumption of energy. This will allow for a sustainable growth of ...read more
Categories: Economy, Community, Education
Monday, May 05, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber MemberNimbleBrain, Inc. AI Simplified
Smarter AI. Faster Decisions.
Affordable for Every Business.
NimbleBrain’s DeepAgentTM technology simplifies AI so you can launch in minutes — no coding, no overhead.From Idea to Use In Minutes
NimbleBrain turns your ideas into AI-driven solutions in a matter of minutes. Our platform understands your intent through natural ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economy
Friday, April 25, 2025
Connect. Build. Grow.
Register today for the 2nd Annual Kona Coast Leadership Summit, a one-day experience designed for business leaders, entrepreneurs, and creative influencers who are ready to grow, connect, and lead with purpose.
Berry Bird coffee and Four Seasons lunch Practical workshops and standout speakers Time built-in to actually connect—not just sit and listen Friday, June 13 Four ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, April 21, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member Hala Tree Coffee
Offering:
Category100% Kona Coffee(Classic) 100% Kona Coffee(Specialty) 100% Kona Coffee (Micro Batch)Cold BrewGiftsGreenHawaiian Teas
FREE Kona Coffee Farm Tour & Farm Workshops
Coffee Roasting Tour in KonaKona Coffee Farm TourCoffee Brewing Workshop
Embarking on a tour of a Hala Tree Coffee farm promises an immersive and aromatic experience, ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Wednesday, April 09, 2025
Advance Health Care Directive
Helping Hawaiʻi Island Residents Talk About End-Of-Life Care
Having conversations about our end-of-life care choices can feel tough, but these conversations are vital to help ensure our healthcare choices will be respected and honored in all situations. Our Advance Health Care Directive initiative helps Hawaiʻi Island residents talk about their healthcare choices ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, April 07, 2025
By KYVELI DIENER Hawaii Tribune-HeraldThe consolidation of Goodwill Hawaii’s Hilo stores and social service programs to the 67,000 square-foot campus at 17 Makaala St. acquired in late 2023 should be completed by the end of 2026. Goodwill Hawaii Chief Executive Officer Katy Chen estimated that the development of the new Hilo campus is approximately a third of the way done, with all four of ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Wednesday, March 05, 2025
Housing center for youth opens in downtown Hilo22 units will be available for teens and younger adults
By MICHAEL BRESTOVANSKY Hawaii Tribune-Herald
A triad of nonprofits came together Friday to celebrate the opening of a new shelter and outreach center for young people experiencing homelessness.
The Youth Outreach and Supportive Housing Center in Hilo will offer 22 units of housing for ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Friday, February 14, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member Trunk Trainers
Trunk Trainers is a Personal Training Company on a mission to inspire world fitness, one family at a time. What started as a mobile training service from the trunk of Founder Kelsie Wehren's car has evolved into a worldwide resource for fitness education and accountability. Through personalized fitness programming, we strive to provide fun and ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Thursday, February 13, 2025
Wake up and slay your Saturday with lululemon Waikōloa. We'll be hosting a free, community class every Saturday at 9:00am starting on February 22 2025. This class is accessible to all levels and attendance is complimentary.
Come to sweat, stay to shop. Attendees are invited to shop the store
pre-open after class.
Bring your own mat, towel and water. Limited rental mats are available as ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, February 10, 2025
Welcome to New Member Terraformation Hawaii.
Biodiverse Forests. Carbon Removal. Community Benefits.
Planting the Seeds of Biodiverse Native Ecosystems.
Terraformation was founded on Hawaii Island home to two-thirds of terrestrial and marine biomes found on Earth. We have a kuleana (responsibility) to this archipelago that most immediately is impacted by the effects of climate change.
Rising ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, February 10, 2025
Welcome to New Chamber Member Hawaii Employers Council.
Tracie Foglia
(808) 440-8850
tfoglia@hecouncil.org
Building Better Workplaces Together
Why Partner with HEC
HEC is your reliable source of knowledge and expertise. We offer innovative solutions to help better manage your most important asset - human capital.
Human resources play a vital role in driving and executing all business ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, February 10, 2025
Welcome to Edward Jones - Brett Carey
Brett Carey, Financial Advisor
(808) 331-1344
brett.carey@edwardjones.com
Kaloko Industrial, 73-5618 Maiau Street Ste A205, Kailua Kona, HI 96740
As an Edward Jones financial advisor, it is a priority of mine to truly get to know each client's story. And it is, of course, important for you to learn about me as well:
As a doctor, former small business ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Friday, January 31, 2025
$200-Million Revitalization of Mauna Kea Beach HotelBy Elizabeth ‘Ufi – Reporter, Pacific Business NewsJan 31, 2025 Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection on Hawaii Island will close its Beach Wing in February as part of the last phase of a $200 million renovation at the hotel that started last year.The hotel announced that overall renovations, which began on April 15, will be completed in ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economy
Thursday, January 30, 2025
An Innovative Work Based Learning Program for Hawaiʻi Students
Hawaiʻi Island, [Date] — Vibrant Hawaiʻi, a local organization committed to cultivating resilience and innovation across Hawaiʻi Island communities, proudly announces the launch of Kuhikuhi, a new work-based learning (WBL) program designed to prepare students for successful careers in key industries.
With expertise and ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Thursday, January 09, 2025
Read the Article: https://citylifestyle.com/articles/in-the-business-of-eliminating-barriersArticle by Matias ArredondoPhotography by Fletch Photography
Originally published in Kona Coast City Lifestyle
“We're trying to show to this community that there's a better way to do primary care. We want our patients to have peace of mind that they have a medical home here,” says Dr. McMurry.
Learn more ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, January 06, 2025
Kahaluʻu Bay on the Big Island has become a focal point for blending science, tourist education and cultural know-how. So far, hopeful signs abound. Civil Beat ArticleBy Paula Dobbyn/ December 31, 2024
A daughter of the Big Island’s Kailua-Kona region, Cindi Punihaole remembers when the ocean was teeming with life.
“My father taught me how to throw a net,” recalled Punihaole, now 74. “The sea ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, December 30, 2024
Welcome to New Chamber MemberMyles DeCoito
AirMedCare Network | Hawaii Life Flight
Membership Sales Manager
Phone: 808-209-0769
Email: myles.decoito@gmr.net
MSM Track Code: 15280Aloha, I’m Myles DeCoito, Membership Sales Manager. Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Living in Hawaii means many of us live, work, and play in areas that are remote and isolated. You ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Monday, December 30, 2024
Welcome to new member Kama'aina Hale Apartments
Kama'aina Hale is located in the Kailua Kona village district less than a quarter mile from the Pacific Ocean. For over 40 years, this 128 unit complex has provided safe and peaceful affordable housing for local families. Its convenient location in along with its diverse community makes for an ideal place to call home and experience our unique ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Thursday, December 19, 2024
December 19, 2024
KAMUELA, HI - Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital pet therapy teams gathered for a special holiday visit for patients and staff alike.
Busy staff members got to take a quick break with the QNHCH pet therapy animals, and take selfies with their favorite teams. In addition, hospitalized patients who were missing their pets, especially during the holiday season, especially ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Hilo, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is excited to announce the appointment of Luke Eclipse-Ujano to its Board of Directors. Luke fills the seat vacated by David De Luz, Jr., who will continue serving HCFCU as a member of the Supervisory Committee.
A proud graduate of Hilo High School and Hawaiʻi Community College, Luke brings a blend of technical expertise, educational ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Kailua-Kona, HI – Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union (HCFCU) is pleased to announce Steven Kaneko as the new Branch Manager of its Kealakekua Branch. Born and raised in Kona, Steven brings over 30 years of banking experience, deep community ties, and a strong commitment to serving Hawaiʻi Island residents.
Steven joins HCFCU after a successful 23-year career with Bank of Hawaii, where he ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Friday, December 13, 2024
The Kohala Center receives funding from NIFA to support Native Hawaiian farmers
Grant funds will support new and beginning farmers and ranchers to generate food abundance
WAIMEA, Hawaiʻi Island, Hawaiʻi (December 13, 2024)—The Kohala Center today announced that it received a grant award totaling $749,298 that will support the Native Hawaiian community through the United States ...read more
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Thursday, December 12, 2024
Sunrun welcomes Michael Walsh to the Kailua-Kona Sunrun team
"I leverage my expertise in renewable energy solutions to help homeowners transition to solar power. My role involves educating potential customers on the benefits of solar energy, conducting site assessments, and designing tailored solar systems that meet each customer's unique needs. I am passionate about driving sustainability and ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Partnerships Focus on Natural Resources,
Culture, Festivals and Signature EventsNearly $3 million to support 105 community projects, programs and events
statewide in the first six months of 2025
HONOLULU – The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) has announced its upcoming community partnerships focused on natural resources, cultural initiatives, festivals and signature ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, December 02, 2024
Welcome to New Chamber Member Mauna Lani Medical Aesthetics & Ultimate Wellness, LLC
Providing personalized treatments that utilize your body's natural healing factors to achieve optimal health and rejuvenation.
Located north of Kona in The Shops at Mauna Lani
Our Aesthetic ServicesPlatelet Rich Fibrin Matrix(PRFM)Vampire Facial/Facelift®NonSurgical Nose ContouringCollagen Lifting ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, November 25, 2024
Kailua Kona — Club Rehab, Inc. is excited to announce the relocation of our main office and physical therapy clinic to a new, convenient location at 73-5590 Kauhola Street, Suite A, Kailua Kona. This move marks a significant step forward in enhancing the services we provide to our valued clients and community.
Our new location (across from Home Depot) offers easier accessibility, improved ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, November 25, 2024
Ten $1000.00 scholarships to the first 10 students that apply and register for our Palamanui Culinary Arts 2025 fall program.APPLICATION LINK
Categories: Education, Community
Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation has named Damon Matteo as its new executive director and CEO, the organization announced this week.
Founded in 1983, HTDC is a state agency attached to the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism. It is focused on promoting and developing the state’s technology industry, and its programs include support for technology startups, ...read more
Categories: Economy, Community, Education
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Kona, Hawaii – The 2024 Kona Coffee Cultural Festival celebrated the best of Kona’s world-renowned coffee this past week, culminating in the highly anticipated Kona Coffee Cupping Competition. After a rigorous evaluation of the finest coffee, four Kona coffee farms emerged victorious, including a tie, earning the award of title of Kona Coffee Cupping Champion.
This year’s competition brought ...read more
Categories: Economy, Community, Education
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Welcome to new member Lifespan Hawaii www.lifespancarehawaii.com
Newly licensed by the State of Hawaii. Accepting new clients and always hiring!
Everyone deserves to live their best life, every day of their life.Personalized home care up to 24 hours a day by experienced home care aides in addition to social engagement and supported activities.MissionLifespan reimagines what it means to age. ...read more
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Tuesday, November 12, 2024
(Honolulu, Hawaii) November 7, 2024 – The Visitor Aloha Society of Hawaii (VASH) has recently been honored with the Outstanding Organization award by the Law Enforcement and Security Coalition of Hawaii, a recognition bestowed during the 2024 TOP COP Hawaii award ceremony. On October 18, 2024, VASH President & CEO Jessica Lani Rich accepted this prestigious award from Event Chair Ed Howard of Pax ...read more
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Thursday, October 10, 2024
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Friday, October 04, 2024
SBA Awards $9M in Grants to 49 Organizations Across America to HelpUnderserved Communities Access Development Funding and Innovative Research
HONOLULU, HAWAII – Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman, head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice in President Biden’s Cabinet for America’s more than 34 million small businesses, announced that the SBA has issued 49 grants ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Wednesday, September 04, 2024
New Member - The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival 53rd Kona Coffee Cultural FestivalNov. 1-10, 2024 Hawaiʻi’s Oldest Food FestivalSince its inception in 1970, the Kona Coffee Cultural Festival organization has sought to preserve, perpetuate and promote Kona’s unique nearly 200-year coffee heritage. The Festival and the local community embrace visitors and residents by sharing the unique history and ...read more
Categories: Community, Economy, Education
Monday, August 19, 2024
Hawaiʻi telescopes investigate newly-discovered hypervelocity star spotted by citizen scientists
August 9, 2024 Maunakea and Haleakalā, Hawaiʻi – It may seem like the Sun is stationary while the planets in its orbit are moving, but the Sun is actually orbiting around the Milky Way galaxy at an impressive rate of about 220 kilometers per second — almost half a million miles per hour. As swift as ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Monday, July 22, 2024
Welcome to New Member Hawaii Solar Panel CleaningHawai‘i's Top Rated Solar Panel Cleaning Company.
Hawaii Solar Panel Cleaning provides commercial solar panel cleaning services on the islands of Hawaii, Oahu, Maui, Kauai, and Lanai.
Additionally, as a locally owned business with our roots in Hilo, Hawaii, we proudly offer residential solar panel cleaning services on The Big Island from Hilo to ...read more
Categories: Community, Education, Economy
Monday, July 22, 2024
Welcome to new member, the Kona Aloha Singers
Membership in the Kona Aloha Singers is open to all who love to sing with auditions required only for select small ensembles. The Kona Aloha Singers is a non-sectarian 501 (c)(3) non-profit community chorus that rehearses and performs four-part harmony (SATB) contemporary music. We sing Pop, Rock, Broadway, R & B, Hawaiian and, whatever else we ...read more
Categories: Education, Community
Monday, August 22, 2022
ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI PONO PLEDGE WINS INTERNATIONAL TELLY AWARD
Island of Hawaiʻi (August 22, 2022) – The Island of Hawaiʻi Pono Pledge, which advocates for mindful, safe, and pono interactions by travelers while on Hawai‘i Island, was awarded a 2022 Silver Telly Award earlier this year. The award in the Online General, Public Interest/Awareness category recognizes a video that was created to share ...read more
Categories: Community, Education
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Journey with us to the heart of Kailua-Kona as we explore the beauty and sacredness of Kahaluʻu Bay! In this episode, Cindi Punihaole, director of The Kohala Center’s Kahalu‘u Bay Education Center, shares her personal relationship with Kahaluʻu, the value of aloha ʻāina (caring for the land) instilled by her family, and challenges that Kahalu‘u’s coral reefs face today. Join us as we learn simple ...read more
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Monday, June 27, 2022
https://www.hawaii.edu/news/2022/06/24/uh-hilo-honored-for-maunakea-stewardship/
Gov. David Ige with Center for Maunakea Stewardship staff, from left, Jessica Kirkpatrick, Greg Chun and Nahua Guilloz The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce honored the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship (CMS) with its 2022 Pūalu Award for Community Education on Friday, June 24. The award ...read more
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