Reshaping Hawaii’s Economy For A Post-Pandemic World
Hawaii’s long-term economic plan is a blank slate by design to be filled in by an ensemble cast, says Alan Oshima, Hawaii’s economic recovery chief.
Hawaiian Airlines To Require Passengers To Wear Face Masks
From check-in to disembarking, passengers will have to wear face masks during flights.
Hawaii’s Restaurants Face An Unknown Future Amid The Pandemic
The industry, which employs 85,000 workers, has fallen off the cliff. Will going into a bar and restaurant be the same if the COVID-19 crisis eases?
CEO: Hawaiian Airlines Got $654 Million From Feds
The airline says the money helps buy time for Hawaii’s largest private employer, which is burning through more than $4 million per day.
COVID-19 Crisis Poses Risks For Hawaii’s Renewable Energy Plans
Even the most optimistic solar developer said extended disruptions to projects will have unavoidable consequences.
State Leaders: Reopening Of Hawaii Is Still About A Month Away
The state and business officials behind the economic recovery plan say they are looking at a phased approach to restarting Hawaii’s economy.
Hawaii’s New ‘Economic Navigator’ Has A Murky Journey Ahead
Alan Oshima, a former utility chief executive, faces the daunting task of crafting a long-term economic plan that people can agree on.
Fed Grants For Small Businesses Run Out
Hawaii firms that acted fast got more than $1.6 billion to pay workers.
Economists Seek Data To Help Hawaii Businesses
Detailed information can help policymakers steer assistance to needy areas and industries.
Hawaii Small Businesses Land $1.6 Billion From Feds
Relief money used to keep employees on the payroll during the crisis does not need to be paid back.