Profiles

Brows & Esthetics Hawaii is a beauty, cosmetic and personal care salon in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Owner Faren Salinas recently spoke to Big Island Times to discuss her business.

Hawai’i Island Police are asking for the public to provide any information they may have in the July 2021 death of 76-year-old Pahoa resident Michael Rosenbaum.

Kuleana Education Academy, a licensed nonprofit school in Holualoa, is redefining education for students in kindergarten through eighth grade by going beyond traditional academics. The curriculum aims to offer a…

The Legal Aid Society of Hawai’i has announced the appointment of David Kauila Kopper as its new Executive Director, effective June 13.

Alice Schere of Hawaii Island’s Adaptations Inc. received the William K. Trask Chefs Award at the 32nd Annual Hawaii International Tropical Fruit Conference, held at the Royal Kona Resort.

Brandon Kimura added to an already impressive list of career accomplishments by being certified as a Fellow of the Institute for Court Management

Nature lovers Lois and Dick Robbins have made their annual contribution to The Nature Conservancy (TNC) in Hawai‘i to help safeguard the state’s native forests.

Project Hawaii, Inc., an award-winning nonprofit organization, has encouraged volunteers to join them and support homeless children in Hawaii since 2003.

Kumukahi Health + Wellness has its principles rooted in harm reduction, and the organization has been serving the people of the Big Island since 1985 with locations in Hilo and…

Hawaii Diaper Bank, founded by Jessica Histo in 2016, has made over 850,000 donations since its inception, of which over 250,000 were diapers, which were given to 15 partner organizations,…

“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is a well-known phrase that applies to scavenger hunters combing the beach for trinkets.

The Hawaii Wildlife Center aims to protect, conserve and aid in the recovery of the state’s native winged wildlife, hoping to reverse the trend of extinction prevalent on the islands.

With a belief that supportive services can decrease the risk of new crimes, a nonprofit organization, Going Home Hawaii, seeks to provide reentry and recovery programs to individuals coming out…

The cofounder and director of operations for the nonprofit Project Hawaii, Inc., has overseen the evolution of the organization, which started by helping homeless teens and progressed to aiding homeless…

The Waikoloa Dry Forest Initiative (WDFI) is leading the charge to improve and restore a native Hawaiian dry forest that is threatened with endangerment.

Hawaii’s Volcano Circus (HVC) strives to provide a home for a vast array of cultural artists, along with entertainment for the community.

Malama O Puna is a Hawaiian nonprofit corporation that aims to provide a critical habitat for the region’s native species and also to teach future generations about how to preserve…

People who have substance abuse problems face a lot of hurdles while they are on their journey of recovery, especially when it comes to transitioning back to normal life in…

A Rainbow Warrior recently won multiple awards at the premier music award event in Hawaii.

Pauline Victoria of Hilo, Hawaii, was born without arms and legs — but that didn’t stop her from owning her own business or helping others with disabilities find their way.

Kipaipai Art Foundation’s founder Rose Adare discussed the establishment’s data findings, accomplishments and overall objectives for the near future, as well as their two main collaborators: Full Life Hawaii and…

Lt. Col. Kevin Cronin will be Pohakuloa Training Area’s new garrison commander effective Friday, June 4.

Ken Hon has been named the next Scientist-in-Charge for the U.S. Geological Survey’s Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.

Hawai’i Police Department’s Major Aimee Wana, with the Administrative Services Division, said officers not only help maintain the peace and fight crime but also work closely with the community through…