Welcome to the Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce!

The Mālama Kai Foundation is inviting ocean lovers, conservation professionals, and community members to raise a glass in support of Hawaiʻi’s marine environment at its upcoming Pau Hana on Thursday, March 19, from 6-8 PM. Read More

As the Kona low storm moves away from Hawai‘i, emergency officials are urging residents and businesses to report any damage sustained during the severe weather. Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency says these reports play a critical role in assessing community impacts and guiding recovery resources. Read More 

Vibrant Hawaiʻi will once again lead the USDA Summer Feeding Program Kaukau 4 Keiki, ensuring that keiki across Hawaiʻi Island continue to have access to nutritious meals while school is out. Nearly 10,000 children are already registered, and the team is preparing to release vendor RFPs. They hope to partner with more local businesses, farmers, and food providers. Read More

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Kings’ Shops on Tuesday, March 17, from 4:00–7:30 PM and enjoy an evening filled with live music, festive fun, and community spirit. Raise a glass at the Shamrock Social Beer Garden from 4:00–7:30 PM, then head to Center Stage at 6:00 PM for a special Hawaiʻi Irish Dance performance. Read More

Hawai‘i Island Community Health Center is hosting its 2nd Annual Healthcare Career Expo on Wednesday, March 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Kealakehe High School Gym. The event is free and open to the public. Read More

Luana Hospitality Group is seeking proposals from qualified valet service providers to operate valet parking services at Huggo’s Restaurant in Kailua-Kona. Services will support approximately 40–70 vehicles daily between 12:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Read More

Vicky Hanes of the Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center has been selected by Hawaii Business Magazine as one of the 2026 HB20 (20 for the Next 20) honorees, acknowledging her meaningful leadership and commitment to advancing community health across Hawaiʻi Island. Read More

Luana Hospitality Group announced the Huggo & Shirley von Platen Luder Scholarship Program, a community-focused initiative honoring the legacy of the couple who founded Huggo’s in 1969. Building on decades of kamaʻaina-owned, ʻohana-operated service, the program expands the group’s commitment to supporting local students and teachers across Hawaiʻi. Read More

Luana Hospitality Group, the Hawaiʻi-based hospitality company behind Huggo’s, On The Rocks, Kai Eats + Drinks, Lava Lava Beach Club Waikoloa and Kauaʻi, has announced its transition from private ownership to employee ownership through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Read More

Two new restaurants, Patina and Kona Biscuit Co., are now open at Queen’s Marketplace, located in Waikoloa Beach Resort! Patina is a new American gastropub. Led by Chef Keith Pajinag, Patina pairs elevated comfort dishes with craft cocktails in a warm, modern space inspired by local flavors and fresh ingredients. Read More

CU Hawai‘i is proud to celebrate our island’s 2026 high school seniors and current college students by creating more possibilities for their academic future with $25,000 in scholarships! Applications will be accepted until Friday, March 20, 2026. Read More

The 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