An alcohol and drug abuse education program for parents and a moratorium on the general excise tax for food and non-prescription medicine are among the final recommendations of the state Economic Momentum Commission presented to Gov. Lingle.
Gov. Linda Lingle and state and federal officials visited Midway Atoll as part of a push by the Administration to establish a sanctuary in the federal waters surrounding the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.
Crews are using power washers to remove decades of dirt and grime from floors, walls and fixtures at state park restrooms as part of DLNR's ongoing effort to upgrade park facilities statewide.