Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

Alaska Airlines welcomed the first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner painted in its new global livery. The exterior design draws inspiration from the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis, featuring a palette of deep midnight blues and lush emerald greens that channel the aurora’s energy and spirit of the Alaska brand. Utilizing a new aircraft painting technology, it took artists nearly 1,000 hours across 13 days to paint the aircraft exterior from nose to tail. Read More

he Rotary Clubs of West Hawai'i are sponsoring "West Hawai'i Community ConnectFest" on April 25, 2026, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Makae'o Pavilion at Old Kona Airport. The purpose of the event is to connect local families and nonprofit agencies, for agencies to share their programs and services, and for families to get information about services they may be looking for. Read More 

HFS FCU proudly announced that they will award $60,000 in scholarships this year. Twenty $3,000 scholarships will be offered, with ten for graduating Big Island high school seniors and ten for current college students. Applications are exclusively available online at https://hfsfcu.awardspring.com/ and must be submitted no later than Saturday, February 28, 2026. Read More

Salty Swim School is now offering a transformative 5-day retreat for seasoned and aspiring swimmers alike who are ready to ground, align, and connect. Explore hidden magic on the Big Island with water experiences including a sweat lodge ceremony, waterfall hikes, and a cold plunge challenge. Read More