Business & Tourism
Hawai‘i’s economy, in all its complexities.
What do we talk about when we talk about ‘the economy’ in the Islands? We talk about the cost of living, the cost of doing business, what it takes to make Hawai‘i a place where people can succeed, where they can build a career or a business and afford to raise a family. We cover such issues as Hawai‘i’s efforts to maintain a strong, sustainable tourism industry, but also its attempts diversify the economy. We look at everything from small business success stories to major players such as Hawaiian Airlines and the hotel industry.
News

Darren Strand leading Maui Land & Pineapple's new agave venture
The longtime ag leader will oversee agricultural strategy and operations, implement sustainable growing practices and help guide the farm's continued growth, MLP says.
Stephanie SalmonsNovember 07, 2025

Destination DoHo
Here's what's happening in Downtown Honolulu, as the city and nonprofits work to improve the area and draw more people.
Stephanie SalmonsNovember 06, 2025

FAA warns of cuts to flights as shutdown continues
Flights to and from 40 unspecified "high-volume" markets coming this Friday, warns the FAA.
Michael BrestovanskyNovember 06, 2025

Big Santa returns to Ala Moana
Big Santa’s arrival heralds the start of Ala Moana’s holiday season, and there’s plenty to do in the coming weeks.
Stephanie SalmonsNovember 05, 2025

Honolulu-bound cargo plane crashes in Kentucky
Injuries reported after UPS plane crashes shortly after takeoff in Louisville, Kentucky.
ASD StaffNovember 05, 2025

More pickleball courts opening in Downtown Honolulu
The Pickle Party, a grand opening of eight new courts on the second floor of Pickles at Forté, is set for 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 14.
Stephanie SalmonsNovember 01, 2025

Mana Up Showcase highlights Hawai‘i entrepreneurs
Tickets are on sale now for an in-person marketplace set for Nov. 6 at Bloomingdale’s in Ala Moana Center.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 31, 2025

Home Care Association of America launches Hawai‘i chapter
HCAOA is a nationwide a trade association for private-duty home care providers that recently established a new chapter in Hawai‘i. The organization supports nearly 4,500 home care agencies across the country.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 31, 2025

Alaska, Hawaiian airlines reach merger milestone
Alaska Airlines on Wednesday received a single operating certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration, allowing it to operate alongside Hawaiian Airlines as two separate brands.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 30, 2025

How Neighbor Island students can visit Pearl Harbor
Applications are being accepted for the 2026 spring semester of the Pearl Harbor Explorer Program, which aims to give students a “comprehensive learning experience by visiting multiple historic sites in Pearl Harbor." Neighbor Island students can take advantage of this program through a partnership with Southwest Airlines.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 28, 2025

Bishop Museum welcomes endangered land snails
The diminutive detritivore Endodonta christenseni is a land snail found only on Nihoa, a tiny Northwestern Hawaiian Island that spans less than 180 acres. You can see the snails at Bishop Museum's fourth annual Kāhuli Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 25, 2025

Kaua‘i resort to host Halloween 'Canine Costume Contest'
The Oct. 30 event, done in partnership with the Kaua‘i Humane Society, will also serve as a pet food drive and adoption event.
Stephanie SalmonsOctober 24, 2025