Local Trees Can Help Solve Our Housing Crisis
A UH graduate’s relentless three-year quest proves even invasive trees can be turned into useful, even beautiful, dwellings.
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Hawaii Agrees with #MeToo
The anti-sexual harassment movement is assessed in separate surveys of 426 Hawaii residents and 443 local business leaders The question: Thinking of the current environment and the movement against sexual harassment, which of the following three statements comes…
Should You Vote Yes or No on Property Tax Measure?
The state Legislature is asking voters to approve a major restructuring of our tax system The state Legislature is trying to muscle into the counties’ main area of taxation, property taxes, and voters will choose Nov. 6 whether to let…
Nonprofit Improves Native Hawaiian Education
InPeace was founded in 1994, long enough ago to have seen lasting results from its early childhood program. “Our Keiki Steps preschool will be in operation for 20 years next year,” says Maile Keliipio-Acoba, CEO of the nonprofit that started…
The Future of Recycling in Hawaii
A City & County of Honolulu leader wants to recycle less because she says it doesn’t make sense economically or environmentally. Environmentalists say “refusing” and “reusing” are much better than recycling. Here’s what you should know. Recycling is changing on…
How to Bridge the Skills Gap When Qualified Workers are Scarce
Employers seeking qualified workers are facing unprecedented skills shortages among potential employees. Here are five proactive strategies companies can take to help ensure a stronger workforce. 1. Tap into employee referrals Many companies are finding success with personal referrals. “These…
Hawaii Village that Houses Formerly Homeless Families Needs Your Vote
Kahauiki Village is up for a national award worth $15,000. Your online vote each day can help it win. Kahauiki Village, the community for formerly homeless families near Sand Island on Oahu, is up for a national award and needs…
Sizzling Parties by Accel Event Rentals
Accel Event Rentals has staged events for Rihanna, Kanye West and Donald Trump, and can do yours too "I may seem relatively young, but I’m actually a veteran in this industry,” says Scott Rabe, 36, president of Accel Event Rentals…
Building for Climate Change in Hawaii
Rising seas and other effects of climate change are changing the way buildings in Hawaii are designed and constructed. In this two-part report, we look at what the building industry is already doing and should be doing, plus some ways…
Talk Story with George Ehara
He's the VP and Division Manager, Swinerton Builders Fifteen years after bringing Swinerton to Hawaii, Ehara offers a nuanced take on the construction industry: Bigger isn’t necessarily better; boom markets have their own challenges; and if you build it, they…
What Makes Waikīkī Dangerous and Who's to Blame?
Oʻahu's tourism and entertainment hub endures an epidemic of beach thefts, random spikes in violent crimes and an understaffed police force. Here’s what’s being done to counter the crime.
Climate Change Story is Our Most Important of the Year
If you are going to die in, say, the next 30 years and have no children or grandchildren and don’t care about the future of Hawaii, you can probably ignore our story on “The Cost of Climate Change.” For everyone…
Ride Along with Hawaii's Longest Commuters
Four people describe their lengthy commutes and the ways they’ve made them tolerable. Plus we offer tips to make your commute more enjoyable. Waialua to Nanakuli, 33 miles one way Start: 6:00 a.m. Good days: 40-45 minutes to work; 50-55…
What Hawaii's Business Leaders Think about Trump
BOSS survey of 443 local business leaders gauges feelings about the president Which of the following best describes how Donald Trump leaves you feeling about America’s economy? What is your feeling about how Trump’s performance would affect your company’s…
Today’s Shidler Students: Different Experiences, Difficult Choices, Distinct Expectations
Business is now the leading college major in America, with more than 300,000 bachelor’s degrees in business conferred in 2015-16, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Students at the Shidler College of Business comprise 8.5 percent of the…
Moneyball: What Hawaii’s Sports Stars Earn
Our list of professional athletes with Hawaii ties includes a baker’s dozen making at least $1 million in 2018 In 1926, Red Grange – football’s first superstar – signed a contract with the Chicago Bears that paid him $100,000 for…
Going to College Before College
Many local high school students can now take courses that give them high school and college credits at the same time. If they stick to it, they will eventually graduate from college in less time and at less cost. Leanne…
Mana Up Names 2nd Cohort of Hawaii Companies Aiming for Worldwide Growth
The startup accelerator aims to feed the global demand for Island brands. Startup accelerator Mana Up today announced its second cohort of 11 local companies, whose products include coffee, clothing, jewelry and stationery – made with Hawaii themes and inspiration.…
Is Customer Service Dead?
In some places, yes, but in others it is thriving and evolving to meet the expectations of customers who want all the options, from online shopping to friendly face-to-face service. When you arrive at Big Island Candies in Hilo, you…
High Seas Entrepreneur
Local sailor charts a unique course in sailing’s toughest challenge – a dangerous round-the-world race. Mark Towill gripped the helm of the 65-foot Volvo Ocean Racing boat in the inky blackness of an Antarctic Ocean night, pushing the boat to…
The Business of Saving the Reef
Changing laws and attitudes are creating opportunities for Hawaii’s natural sunscreen startups It was the squirt and slather heard ‘round the world. Senate Bill 2571, passed by the state Legislature and signed into law by Gov. David Ige, will by Jan.…
Investment & Succession Planning
You worked hard for your money. Succession planning is of vital importance, usually requires a complex planning process, and is too often left until too late. These professionals have the expertise to guide you through a process critical to protecting…
Behind the Scenes at Hawaii News Now [Sponsored]
Many hands (and a few paws) make light work from Sunrise to signoff at Hawaii News Now The Hawaii News Now studios, home to KGMB, KHNL and KFVE, run like a well-oiled machine. The 70-member team is constantly looking for…
What’s the Right Move?
Reader wonders whether to quit a hideous job to focus on finding a better one, or to stay put and hunt for something better on the side Q: Is it really easier to get a job offer when you already…